CMT Straight Bit Short Series - 7 Mm. Dia. - 1/4 in. Shank

CMT Straight Router Bit Short Series – 7 mm Diameter – 1/4 in. Shank

Precision Cutting, Clean Edges, and Reliable Performance

If you want to improve production efficiency while achieving a beautiful, clean edge on your finished work, the CMT Straight Router Bit Short Series is an excellent addition to your router bit collection. Designed for accurate straight cuts, these high-performance bits deliver the precision and durability expected from CMT woodworking tools.

Featuring razor-sharp, double-faced cutting edges, CMT straight router bits combine high-quality Fatigue Proof steel with micro-grain carbide for dependable performance under demanding workloads. The precision-ground cutters provide smooth, accurate results while the optimized design promotes efficient chip ejection for cleaner, more consistent cutting.

The bit's surface is coated with CMT's trademark orange non-stick PTFE coating. This low-friction coating helps reduce the buildup of resin, pitch, and other woodworking residue, keeping the bit cleaner during use and helping maintain smooth cutting performance.

Every CMT router bit undergoes rigorous quality testing for cutting tolerance, balance, and concentricity. This attention to manufacturing precision makes the bit suitable for a wide range of woodworking applications involving plywood, composite materials, and natural woods.

Product Features

• 7 mm Cutting Diameter: Provides a precise cutting profile for a variety of routing applications.
• 1/4 in. Shank: Designed for compatibility with routers equipped with a 1/4 in. collet.
• Short Series Design: Offers a compact cutting configuration well suited to controlled routing operations.
• Double-Faced Cutting Edges: Razor-sharp cutters provide clean, accurate cuts and efficient material removal.
• Micro-Grain Carbide: Provides excellent cutting performance and durability.
• Fatigue Proof Steel Body: Built to withstand demanding woodworking workloads.
• Non-Stick PTFE Coating: Helps resist resin, pitch, and residue buildup on the bit surface.
• Precision Manufacturing: Quality-controlled production helps ensure accurate tolerances, balance, and concentricity.
• Excellent Chip Ejection: Promotes cleaner cutting and consistent material removal.
• Versatile Woodworking Use: Suitable for plywood, composites, and natural woods.

Ideal Applications

The CMT Straight Router Bit is designed for general-purpose straight routing and material removal. It can be used for creating grooves, dados, recesses, mortises, and other straight-sided cuts where precision and a clean finish are important.

The bit is suitable for use with natural hardwoods and softwoods as well as plywood and composite materials. For small-diameter routing applications, taking multiple passes can help maintain control and achieve the desired result.

How CMT Produces High-Quality Router Bits

• Turning, Milling, and Cutting: CMT has made significant investments in modernized production technology. Automated machinery and CNC equipment operated by specially trained personnel help produce router and boring bit bodies and shanks with high levels of accuracy and balance.
• Heat-Forged Steel Bodies for Large-Diameter Bits: Certain CMT bits require additional manufacturing processes. Larger-diameter bits may use heat-forged steel bodies before precision turning. This process creates a radial grain orientation that contributes additional strength and durability.
• Precision Brazing: CMT has developed specialized brazing processes designed to provide a strong connection between the steel body and carbide. Computerized brazing equipment helps reduce inconsistencies associated with traditional hand brazing, while the silver-copper brazing sandwich creates a secure, shock-absorbing bond that helps protect carbide tips during demanding cutting operations.
• Specially Formulated Carbide: Different woodworking applications place different demands on cutting tools. CMT formulates carbide grades for specific applications, ranging from harder compositions designed for demanding materials such as laminates to grades engineered to absorb impact when cutting larger profiles.
• Precision Grinding and Sharpening: The final grinding and sharpening stages are performed to precise specifications. Accurate cutting-edge preparation helps provide the sharpness, balance, and consistency needed for professional-quality routing.

Safety and Operating Precautions

Always inspect the router bit before use. Never operate a damaged, cracked, worn, or otherwise compromised bit. Make sure the bit is properly installed and securely tightened in the router collet before starting the tool.

Always operate the router at the manufacturer's recommended speed and use an appropriate feed rate for the material and cutting operation. Do not force the bit through the workpiece, as excessive feed pressure can affect cut quality and may increase the risk of kickback or tool damage.

Use particular care when making an initial cut with a small-diameter router bit. For the best combination of control, accuracy, and cutting performance, make deeper cuts in multiple passes rather than attempting to remove excessive material in a single pass.

Why Choose CMT Straight Router Bits?

CMT Straight Router Bits are engineered for woodworkers who demand dependable cutting performance, precision, and durability. From the Fatigue Proof steel body and micro-grain carbide cutters to the non-stick PTFE coating and carefully controlled manufacturing process, each component is designed to contribute to clean, consistent routing results.

Whether you're performing general stock removal, cutting grooves and dados, machining plywood, or routing natural and composite materials, the CMT Straight Router Bit Short Series provides a reliable solution for achieving accurate, professional-looking results.

Specifications

• Brand: CMT
• Bit Type: Straight Router Bit
• Series: Short Series
• Cutting Diameter: 7 mm
• Shank Diameter: 1/4 in.
• Cutting Material: Micro-Grain Carbide
• Body Material: Fatigue Proof Steel
• Coating: Orange Non-Stick PTFE
• Recommended Materials: Natural Woods, Plywood, and Composite Materials