CMT Straight Bit Short Series - 3/8 in. Dia. - 1/2 in. Shank
3/8 in. Dia, 1/2 in. Shank
CMT Straight Bit Short Series – 3/8 in. Dia. – 1/2 in. Shank
Get efficient, professional-quality routing performance with the CMT Straight Bit Short Series. Designed for clean, accurate cuts and demanding production work, this 3/8 in. diameter straight router bit features a 1/2 in. shank for increased stability and reduced vibration during operation.
The razor-sharp, double-fluted carbide cutters are engineered to deliver smooth, precise cuts while providing excellent chip ejection for more consistent material removal. Constructed from durable Fatigue Proof® steel and high-quality micrograin carbide, the bit is built to withstand demanding workloads and maintain reliable cutting performance over extended use.
CMT’s exclusive orange non-stick PTFE coating helps prevent resin, pitch, and other debris from adhering to the bit. This keeps the cutting edges cleaner, promotes smoother operation, and helps extend the useful life of the tool.
Precision Engineering for Reliable Results
Every CMT router bit undergoes strict quality-control testing to ensure accurate cutting tolerances, proper balance, and precise concentricity. The result is a dependable straight bit capable of producing professional-quality results across a wide range of woodworking applications.
Versatile Woodworking Applications
The CMT Straight Bit Short Series is suitable for routing grooves, dados, mortises, recesses, and other straight-sided cuts. It performs effectively in natural hardwoods and softwoods, plywood, and composite materials, making it a versatile addition to both professional and advanced woodworking tool collections.
Key Features
- 3/8 in. cutting diameter with a 1/2 in. shank
- Short-series design for controlled, efficient routing
- Razor-sharp double-fluted carbide cutters
- Micrograin carbide for long-lasting cutting performance
- Fatigue Proof® steel body for durability under demanding workloads
- Excellent chip ejection for cleaner, more consistent cuts
- Orange non-stick PTFE coating helps resist resin, pitch, and buildup
- Precision tested for balance, concentricity, and cutting tolerance
- Suitable for plywood, composites, and natural woods
- Ideal for professional woodworking and production applications
Built for Clean, Consistent Cuts
Whether you are producing grooves and dados, machining recesses, or performing general straight-cut routing, the CMT Straight Bit Short Series provides the durability, precision, and cutting efficiency needed for demanding woodworking applications.
| Product Group | Router Bits |
|---|---|
| BRAND | CMT |
| SHANK SIZE | 1/2 in. |
| GUIDE POSITION | None |
| QUANTITY | (1) Each |
| Overall Length | 2-5/8 in. |
| OVERALL DIAMETER | 3/8 in. |
| CUTTER HEIGHT | 1 in. |
| SKU | TF5-8012 |
| Prop 65 |
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including nickel and cobalt, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products can expose you to wood dust, a substance known to the State of California to cause cancer. Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust mask or other safeguards for personal protection. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood.
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