Router Bit CMT straight with cutting drill 3x13x55 mm model 174.030.11

Router Bit CMT straight with cutting drill 3x13x55 mm model 174.030.11 is a straight router cutter manufactured by CMT for creating precise grooves, dados and slots in solid wood and wood-based panels. The integrated cutting drill tip ensures accurate entry and reduced wandering at the start of the cut, while the straight cutting edges provide clean, vertical walls. With a 55 mm overall length and a 13 mm cutting diameter, this bit balances reach and control for typical joinery and edge-slotting operations on handheld routers and router tables.

Advantages

The integrated drilling tip improves centring and reduces tear-out at the beginning of cuts, enabling consistent routing starts. Straight fluted cutting edges deliver smooth, vertical walls and predictable chip removal, which helps produce uniform grooves and dados. The bit's overall length and slim shank make it suitable for moderate-depth cuts while maintaining stability in both handheld and table-mounted setups. Manufactured to CMT's quality standards, it offers repeatable performance for workshop and on-site woodworking.

Suitable for

• Cutting straight grooves and dados in solid wood
• Slotting and mortising for joinery tasks
• Routing grooves in MDF, plywood and particleboard
• Use in handheld routers and router tables for furniture and cabinet making

Key specifications

• Cutting diameter: 13 mm
• Cutting length / flute length: 3 mm
• Overall length: 55 mm
• Type: straight router bit with integrated cutting/drill tip
• Suitable materials: solid wood, MDF, plywood, particleboard

How to use

Select a suitable router speed and secure the bit in the router collet according to the router manufacturer's instructions. Use the integrated cutting drill tip to position the bit at the desired start point and apply steady feed rate to avoid burning or chipping. For deeper grooves, make multiple shallow passes rather than a single deep cut. When using a handheld router, maintain firm control and work against the bit rotation; when using a router table, use featherboards or guides for consistent pressure and alignment.

Usage recommendations

Use appropriate personal protective equipment including eye and hearing protection and a dust mask. Ensure the workpiece is securely clamped and that the router is unplugged when changing the bit. Clean resin build-up regularly and inspect the bit for wear; replace the cutter when performance degrades to maintain clean, accurate cuts.