Q: Can this cutter be used in a drill press?
No, the power tapered tenon cutter is designed for use in a hand electric drill or brace only. In a drill press, the workpiece's rigid alignment can overload the cutter and cause the shank to fail.
05J4602 - Tapered Tenon Cutter, 5/8"
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To make simple, fast work of mortise-and-tenon joinery, this system uses power tenon cutters and matching countersinks (sold separately) to produce strong flush-fitting joints in round or dimensioned stock. The cutters produce a symmetrical tenon with a 60° tapered shoulder that fits neatly in a countersunk socket. The main blade shapes the tenon and shoulder, while a finishing blade smoothes the tenon to a consistent diameter and cuts a slight relief at the base of the shoulder to ensure it seats flush. The finishing blade's cutting depth is adjustable, so you can fine-tune the tenon diameter for close fit.
Cutting capacity for all sizes is 1 1/2" greater than the tenon diameter. Sizes 5/8" to 1" cut 2" long tenons (not including the tapered shoulder) and are for use in drills with a 3/8" or larger chuck. Sizes 1 1/4" to 2" cut 3" tenons and are for use in drills with a 1/2" or larger chuck. All have hex shanks and anodized bodies, and can be used in an electric drill or hand brace (not for use in a drill press).
To shape the tenon socket to match the tenon shoulder, we offer two sizes of countersinks separately, each with interchangeable bushings sized to match our tenon cutters.
Made in Canada. Patented.
No, the power tapered tenon cutter is designed for use in a hand electric drill or brace only. In a drill press, the workpiece's rigid alignment can overload the cutter and cause the shank to fail.
Run the 5/8" to 1" sizes at 500 to 700 rpm and the 1 1/4" to 2" sizes at a slower 100 to 200 rpm using a high-torque drill.
An undersized tenon usually means the round-tipped finishing blade has been advanced too far; back it off slightly and make another test cut.
Use the small countersink for the 5/8" to 1" tenon cutters and the large countersink for the 1 1/4" to 2" sizes, since each countersink's bushings are matched to that size range.
Yes, both O1 tool steel blades arrive ready for rough work but cut more easily and leave a smoother finish with additional sharpening on an oil or water stone.
| Materials | Anodized aluminum body; O1 tool steel blades (Rc58–60) |
| Dimensions | 5/8", 3/4", 7/8" or 1" dia. (2" tenon length); 1 1/4", 1 1/2", 1 3/4" or 2" dia. (3" tenon length) |
| Compatibility | Fits electric drills with a 3/8" or larger chuck (5/8"–1" sizes) or a 1/2" or larger chuck (1 1/4"–2" sizes); accepts matching countersinks (sold separately) |
| Capacity | Maximum stock diameter of tenon diameter plus 1 1/2" |
| Includes | Tapered tenon cutter |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| RPMs | 500–700 rpm (5/8"–1" sizes); 100–200 rpm (1 1/4"–2" sizes) |
| Safety | Eye protection required during use; blades are sharp and should be handled carefully. |
| Certifications | U.S. Des. Pat. No. D639,829 |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Veritas Power Tapered Tenon Cutters
To make simple, fast work of mortise-and-tenon joinery, this system uses power tenon cutters and matching countersinks (sold separately) to produce strong flush-fitting joints in round or dimensioned stock. The cutters produce a symmetrical tenon with a 60° tapered shoulder that fits neatly in a countersunk socket. The main blade shapes the tenon and shoulder, while a finishing blade smoothes the tenon to a consistent diameter and cuts a slight relief at the base of the shoulder to ensure it seats flush. The finishing blade's cutting depth is adjustable, so you can fine-tune the tenon diameter for close fit.
Cutting capacity for all sizes is 1 1/2" greater than the tenon diameter. Sizes 5/8" to 1" cut 2" long tenons (not including the tapered shoulder) and are for use in drills with a 3/8" or larger chuck. Sizes 1 1/4" to 2" cut 3" tenons and are for use in drills with a 1/2" or larger chuck. All have hex shanks and anodized bodies, and can be used in an electric drill or hand brace (not for use in a drill press).
To shape the tenon socket to match the tenon shoulder, we offer two sizes of countersinks separately, each with interchangeable bushings sized to match our tenon cutters.
Made in Canada. Patented.
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