CMT Beading Bit - 1/4 in. R. - 1/2 in. Shank

CMT Corner Beading Bit – 1-1/8 in. Diameter – 1/2 in. Shank

Create elegant rounded corner details on furniture, cabinetry, table legs, and custom woodworking projects with the CMT Corner Beading Router Bit. Designed with a smaller cutting diameter near the bearing, this bit produces a distinctive bead profile that adds classic decorative appeal to outside corners and edges.

Use a single pass to create a smooth rounded edge or make two passes to form a complete round corner bead. The precision-ground carbide cutters deliver clean, consistent results while the bearing-guided design ensures accurate routing along the workpiece edge.

FEATURES:

• Creates decorative rounded corner bead profiles for furniture, cabinetry, trim, and woodworking projects.
• 1-1/8 in. diameter cutting profile adds a traditional, handcrafted appearance to outside corners.
• Smaller cutting diameter adjacent to the bearing creates a unique corner bead shape compared to standard bull nose bits.
• Use one pass for a rounded edge or two passes for a full-round corner bead.
• Precision-ground carbide cutting edges provide clean cuts and long-lasting performance.
• 1/2 in. shank provides excellent stability for table-mounted routers.
• Ideal for shaping table legs, furniture components, cabinet details, and custom millwork.

Safety Tips:

Always wear proper eye protection and a dust mask when routing. Never use damaged or worn router bits. Follow the recommended feed rate and avoid forcing the bit through the material. When using smaller diameter bits, take multiple passes for safer operation and improved cutting results.

How CMT Produces High-Quality Router Bits

• Precision CNC Manufacturing: CMT uses fully automated CNC machinery operated by specially trained technicians to produce router bit bodies and shanks with exceptional accuracy and balance.
• Heat-Forged Steel Bodies: Large diameter bits may require heat forging before precision machining. This process creates a radial grain structure that increases strength, durability, and reliability.
• Advanced Brazing Technology: CMT’s computerized brazing process creates a strong silver-copper-silver bond between carbide tips and steel bodies while providing shock absorption to protect cutting edges.
• Application-Specific Carbide: CMT formulates carbide grades for specific cutting applications, balancing hardness and toughness for clean performance across a wide range of materials.
• Precision Grinding and Sharpening: Multi-axis CNC grinding equipment sharpens each cutting edge to exacting tolerances for smooth cuts and extended tool life.