Festool HW Roundover Router Bit R3 22mm Diameter 8mm Shank with Ball Bearing for Edge Routing
R 2,450.08
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R 2,450.08
R 2,450.08
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Festool S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK Roundover Router Bit – 3mm Radius, 22mm Diameter
At a Glance: Professional Festool HW carbide roundover router bit featuring a 3mm rounding radius, 22mm cutting diameter, 3.2mm cutting length, 48mm overall length and 8mm shank. Specially designed for trimming and profiling 3mm plastic or solid wood edges with a precise 10° transition. Supplied with a robust steel guide ball bearing and featuring an optimised bearing mounting system that allows operation with a 12.7mm guide bearing or without a bearing, depending on the routing setup. Compatible with Festool OF 1010, OF 1010 R, OFK 700, MFK 700 and MFKC 700 routers.
Give furniture, cabinetry and decorative panels a beautifully refined finishing touch with the Festool S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK Roundover Router Bit. Engineered for professional edge machining, this precision cutter combines a smooth 3mm rounding radius with a specially developed edge transition geometry, allowing craftspeople to produce neat, consistent profiles on suitable plastic and solid wood edges.
Whether you are finishing kitchen cabinet doors, trimming furniture edging, refining solid timber components or machining applied plastic edge strips, the Festool R3 roundover cutter provides the accuracy and control needed for professional results. Its specialised profile is particularly suited to 3mm edging with a 10° transition, making it an excellent choice for furniture manufacturers, cabinetmakers, joiners and installation specialists who demand consistent edge quality.
Unlike a conventional straight trimming cutter, which primarily removes excess material to produce a flush surface, the Festool roundover bit creates a smooth, rounded edge profile. This helps soften sharp corners, produces a more comfortable finished edge and contributes to the clean, professional appearance expected from high-quality furniture and interior fittings.
The cutter features a precisely manufactured 22mm cutting diameter and 3mm radius, with a cutting length of 3.2mm. This compact working geometry is particularly useful for detailed edge-finishing applications where controlled material removal and an accurately formed transition are more important than aggressive cutting depth.
One of the standout features of this Festool cutter is its flexible guide bearing arrangement. The cutter is supplied with a sturdy steel ball bearing that provides a dependable reference surface when following suitable workpiece edges. Its optimised bearing mount also allows operation with a compatible 12.7mm guide ball bearing or without a bearing, depending on the machine, guide arrangement and application.
The cutting edges are manufactured from HW tungsten carbide, a hard, wear-resistant cutting material well suited to repeated routing operations. Carbide cutting edges help maintain their cutting geometry during normal use, supporting consistent results and a dependable working life when processing suitable wood and plastic edging materials.
With its precision 8mm shank, the cutter fits the appropriate collets of compatible Festool routers, including the OF 1010, OF 1010 R, OFK 700, MFK 700 and MFKC 700. This makes it a versatile addition to professional edge-processing systems used in workshops and on installation sites.
Compact, accurate and carefully engineered, the Festool S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK provides a reliable solution for transforming square or sharp edging into attractive rounded profiles with the precision and attention to detail associated with Festool routing accessories.
The Festool S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK belongs to the manufacturer's specialist range of edge-profiling router cutters. Its geometry is developed for machining suitable plastic and solid wood edging, particularly 3mm edge material requiring a controlled 10° transition.
The cutter combines a 3mm roundover radius with a 22mm cutting diameter, providing an accurately defined profile that helps soften sharp edges and improve the appearance of finished furniture components.
Its flexible ball bearing arrangement offers additional versatility, allowing the operator to select a suitable guide bearing or use the cutter without a bearing where the routing system provides an appropriate alternative guiding method.
Product Highlights
- Original Festool roundover cutter: Precision-engineered routing accessory developed for professional edge finishing and profiling.
- 3mm rounding radius: Creates a smooth, accurately defined rounded edge profile.
- 22mm cutting diameter: Compact cutter geometry designed for precise edge-processing applications.
- 3.2mm cutting length: Suitable for detailed edge machining and the intended 3mm edging application.
- 10° transition geometry: Specially designed for trimming 3mm edges with a controlled transition into the adjoining surface.
- HW tungsten carbide cutting edges: Durable cutting material provides excellent wear resistance and dependable performance.
- Suitable for wood and plastic edging: Designed for processing compatible solid timber and plastic edge materials.
- Sturdy steel guide bearing included: Provides an effective reference point for guided edge routing.
- Flexible bearing configuration: Optimised bearing mounting allows operation with a suitable 12.7mm guide bearing or without a bearing.
- 8mm precision shank: Designed for secure installation in compatible router collets.
- 48mm overall length: Compact cutter construction suited to compatible edge-routing systems.
- Professional edge quality: Helps produce attractive, consistent rounded profiles on furniture and cabinetry components.
- Broad Festool router compatibility: Suitable for OF 1010, OF 1010 R, OFK 700, MFK 700 and MFKC 700 routers.
- Ideal for furniture production: An excellent accessory for cabinetmaking, furniture manufacturing and precision joinery.
Product Compatibility
The Festool S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK roundover cutter is specified by Festool for the following router models:
- Festool OF 1010: Compatible with the OF 1010 router equipped with a suitable 8mm collet for controlled edge profiling.
- Festool OF 1010 R: Suitable for the OF 1010 R router with the appropriate cutter mounting and guidance arrangement.
- Festool OFK 700: Designed for use with the OFK 700 edge router for professional trimming and profiling operations.
- Festool MFK 700: Compatible with the MFK 700 modular edge router, making it particularly useful for furniture edging and finishing work.
- Festool MFKC 700: Suitable for the MFKC 700 cordless edge router with the appropriate cutter setup.
Guide bearing compatibility: The cutter features an optimised bearing mounting arrangement suitable for a compatible 12.7mm guide ball bearing or operation without a bearing when an appropriate alternative guiding system is used.
Important Cutter and Bearing Compatibility
Shank diameter: This cutter has an 8mm shank. It must be installed using the correct 8mm router collet and in accordance with the machine manufacturer's instructions.
Guide bearing: Festool supplies the cutter with a sturdy steel guide bearing. Its optimised bearing mount also permits suitable 12.7mm bearing configurations or operation without a bearing.
Specialised profile: This cutter is designed for 3mm edging with a 10° transition. It should not be confused with a conventional general-purpose R3 roundover bit, as the transition geometry may affect the final profile.
Always confirm the required finished profile, routing depth and workpiece material before beginning production work.
Features
Features
- R3 roundover geometry: Precisely formed 3mm radius for creating smooth, rounded edges.
- Specialised 10° transition: Cutting profile intended for 3mm edging with a defined transition angle.
- 22mm cutting diameter: Carefully dimensioned for the specified edge-profile application.
- 3.2mm cutting length: Compact cutting section suited to detailed edge finishing.
- 48mm overall length: Precision cutter construction designed for compatible Festool routers.
- 8mm shank: Suitable for compatible Festool routing machines with an appropriate collet.
- HW carbide cutting material: Wear-resistant tungsten carbide cutting edges support dependable operation.
- Supplied steel ball bearing: Robust guide bearing provides a stable guiding reference.
- Optimised bearing mounting: Allows suitable 12.7mm guide bearing use or bearing-free operation.
- Wood and plastic edge compatibility: Developed for suitable solid wood and plastic edge materials.
- Festool system integration: Compatible with selected OF, OFK, MFK and MFKC router systems.
Benefits
- Attractive edge finishing: The 3mm radius creates a smooth, professional rounded profile that softens sharp furniture edges.
- Precise profile transitions: The specialised 10° geometry supports consistent finishing of suitable 3mm edging.
- Greater routing flexibility: The cutter can be used with an appropriate guide bearing or without one when suitable alternative guidance is provided.
- Consistent machining results: Precision cutting geometry and correct bearing guidance help maintain a repeatable finished edge.
- Long cutting-edge life: HW carbide provides excellent resistance to wear during suitable woodworking and plastic edging applications.
- Improved handling comfort: Rounded furniture edges feel less sharp than untreated square corners.
- Professional appearance: Cleanly profiled edges enhance the quality of cabinet doors, shelves and finished furniture components.
- Versatile machine compatibility: Suitable for several Festool router platforms used in professional workshops.
- Reduced finishing effort: Accurate routing can minimise the need for extensive manual correction of the edge profile.
- Dependable guidance: The supplied steel bearing helps the cutter follow suitable workpiece reference edges consistently.
Application
- Rounding 3mm plastic edging on furniture panels.
- Profiling suitable solid wood edges.
- Creating smooth R3 radius edge transitions.
- Finishing cabinet doors and drawer fronts.
- Processing furniture edging with a 10° transition.
- Refining decorative timber components.
- Edge finishing during kitchen and cupboard manufacturing.
- Rounding suitable shelving edges.
- Professional joinery and cabinetmaking.
- Furniture manufacturing and repair.
- Precise guided edge routing.
- Edge processing with Festool OFK 700 and MFK 700 systems.
- Controlled routing of suitable plastic and solid wood materials.
Specifications
Specifications
| Description | Spec |
|---|---|
| Brand | Festool |
| Product Description | Roundover Router Bit / Edge Profiling Cutter |
| Cat No. | 499797 |
| Vermont Sales Product Code | FES499797 |
| Manufacturer Designation | S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK |
| Product Type | Roundover Router Bit |
| Cutting Material | HW – Tungsten Carbide |
| Rounding Radius (R) | 3mm |
| Cutting Diameter (D) | 22mm |
| Cutting Length (NL) | 3.2mm |
| Overall Length (GL) | 48mm |
| Shank Diameter (s) | 8mm |
| Special Edge Application | 3mm Edging with 10° Transition |
| Guide Bearing | Steel Ball Bearing Included |
| Alternative Guide Bearing | Suitable 12.7mm Ball Bearing |
| Bearing-Free Operation | Supported with Appropriate Alternative Guidance |
| Suitable Materials | Plastic Edging and Solid Wood Edges |
| Primary Application | Rounding and Profiling Furniture Edges |
| Compatible Routers | Festool OF 1010, OF 1010 R, OFK 700, MFK 700, MFKC 700 |
| EAN Barcode | 4014549202166 |
| Quantity | 1 Piece |
Scope of Delivery:
- 1 x Festool S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK Roundover Router Bit
- 1 x Sturdy Steel Guide Ball Bearing (fitted/supplied with cutter)
- Manufacturer Part Number: 499797
Scope of Delivery and Bearing Information
Supplied as one original Festool S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK roundover cutter with a sturdy steel guide ball bearing.
Important: The Festool router, collet, dust extractor, alternative guide bearings and other routing accessories are not included.
The cutter may be operated with a suitable 12.7mm guide bearing or without a bearing when the correct machine guidance arrangement is used.
Extra Info
Extra Information
- Manufacturer designation: S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK.
- Cutter type: Roundover / edge-profiling router bit.
- HW cutting material: Tungsten carbide cutting edges.
- Rounding radius: 3mm.
- Cutting diameter: 22mm.
- Cutting length: 3.2mm.
- Overall length: 48mm.
- Shank diameter: 8mm.
- Special application: Edge trimming for 3mm edging with a 10° transition.
- Guide bearing: Sturdy steel ball bearing supplied with the cutter.
- Alternative bearing arrangement: Optimised for a suitable 12.7mm guide bearing or bearing-free operation.
- Suitable materials: Compatible plastic edging and solid timber.
- Specified routers: OF 1010, OF 1010 R, OFK 700, MFK 700 and MFKC 700.
What Is a Roundover Router Bit?
A roundover router bit is a specialised cutting tool used to transform a sharp, square edge into a smooth, curved profile.
Instead of leaving a hard 90° corner, the cutter removes a controlled amount of material to create a rounded transition between adjoining surfaces.
Roundover cutters are widely used in furniture manufacturing, cabinetmaking and joinery because they improve the visual appearance of finished components while making exposed edges more comfortable to handle.
The Festool S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK features a 3mm rounding radius and is specifically designed for edge-finishing applications involving suitable plastic and solid wood edging.
What Does R3 Mean?
The designation R3 describes the radius of the curved cutting profile.
In this case, the cutter produces a nominal 3mm radius, creating a gently rounded edge rather than a sharp corner.
The radius determines the curvature of the profile and is not the same as the outside cutting diameter of the router bit.
The R3 profile is useful for furniture edges and decorative applications requiring a subtle, smooth transition.
What Is the 10° Transition?
Festool specifies this cutter for 3mm edging with a 10° transition.
This refers to the specialised edge-profile geometry used when machining suitable edging materials.
The transition geometry influences how the rounded portion of the cutter meets the neighbouring part of the finished edge.
It is particularly relevant when processing plastic or solid wood edging where a consistent transition is required across multiple components.
Important: The 10° transition is a feature of the cutter profile and should not be interpreted as an instruction to tilt the router by 10°.
What Does HW Tungsten Carbide Mean?
HW is the cutting-material designation used by Festool for tungsten carbide.
Tungsten carbide is significantly harder and more wear-resistant than ordinary steel, making it highly suitable for precision cutting tools.
Carbide cutting edges help retain their cutting geometry during repeated routing operations and can provide a long working life when used with suitable materials and correct operating conditions.
For furniture and edge-finishing applications, this helps maintain consistent profile quality and reliable cutting performance.
Why Does This Cutter Have a Ball Bearing?
A guide ball bearing acts as a mechanical reference when routing along a suitable workpiece edge.
As the router moves along the material, the bearing follows the reference surface while the cutting edges remove material to form the required profile.
This helps control the cutter's position relative to the workpiece and supports consistent edge machining.
The Festool S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK is supplied with a sturdy steel guide bearing designed for dependable operation.
Why Can the Cutter Be Used with or Without a Bearing?
Some routing applications benefit from a ball bearing following the workpiece edge, while others use the router's guide system or machine setup to control the cutting path.
Festool has developed the S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK with an optimised bearing mounting arrangement that allows the cutter to operate with a suitable 12.7mm guide ball bearing or without a bearing.
This versatility makes the cutter useful across different compatible edge-routing configurations.
When operating without a bearing, the workpiece or machine must be guided by an appropriate alternative system. Never attempt uncontrolled freehand edge routing without suitable support and guidance.
What Is the Difference Between Cutting Diameter and Cutting Length?
Cutting diameter (D): The nominal maximum outside diameter of the cutting profile. For this Festool cutter, the cutting diameter is 22mm.
Cutting length (NL): The axial length of the cutting section. For this cutter, the cutting length is 3.2mm.
Overall length (GL): The total length of the cutter from end to end, specified as 48mm.
These dimensions are important when confirming cutter suitability, machine clearance and the required routing setup.
Why Is the 8mm Shank Important?
The shank is the cylindrical part of the cutter secured inside the router's collet.
The Festool S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK features an 8mm shank, meaning the router must have a suitable 8mm collet.
Using the correct collet is essential for secure clamping, accurate running and safe routing.
Do not attempt to clamp an 8mm cutter in an incompatible collet or substitute an incorrectly sized clamping arrangement.
Understanding the S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK Designation
S8: Identifies the 8mm shank diameter.
HW: Tungsten carbide cutting material.
R3: Nominal rounding radius of 3mm.
D22: Cutting diameter of 22mm.
KL: Part of Festool's designation for this bearing-equipped cutter configuration.
OFK: Identifies the edge-routing application family.
499797: Official Festool manufacturer part number.
Pro Tips
- Make a test cut first: Always test the profile on an offcut of the same edging material before machining a finished furniture component.
- Check the 10° transition: The specialised profile is designed for 3mm edging with a 10° transition. Confirm that the profile matches the desired edge finish.
- Use the correct bearing: Ensure the guide bearing is suitable for the intended profile and fitted securely before routing.
- Choose the correct guidance method: When operating without the ball bearing, use the appropriate router guide or support system.
- Secure the workpiece: Clamp panels or furniture components firmly to prevent movement during routing.
- Use controlled feed pressure: Allow the carbide edges to cut smoothly without forcing the router through the material.
- Watch for plastic overheating: When routing suitable plastic edging, maintain an appropriate feed rate and speed to reduce the risk of melting or excessive heat buildup.
- Check the cutter before use: Inspect the carbide edges and ball bearing for damage, contamination or excessive wear.
- Maintain the bearing: Keep the steel guide bearing clean and ensure it rotates freely before starting work.
- Use dust extraction: Connect a suitable dust extractor to reduce airborne chips and dust during routing.
- Protect finished surfaces: Ensure the bearing and workpiece reference edge are clean to avoid unwanted marking during guided routing.
- Store the cutter carefully: Protect the carbide cutting edges from impact when the cutter is not in use.
How to Use
- Confirm compatibility: Check that the selected Festool router is suitable for the S8 HW R3 D22-KL OFK cutter and is equipped with the correct 8mm collet.
- Prepare the workpiece: Ensure the plastic or solid wood edging is securely attached, clean and suitable for routing.
- Secure the material: Clamp the panel or furniture component firmly to a stable supporting surface.
- Disconnect the router: Switch off the router and disconnect the power supply, or remove its battery where applicable, before installing the cutter.
- Inspect the cutter: Check the carbide cutting edges, shank and bearing arrangement for damage or contamination.
- Install the cutter: Insert the 8mm shank into the router's matching collet according to the machine manufacturer's instructions.
- Check the bearing arrangement: Ensure the supplied bearing is correctly secured, or configure the cutter for the appropriate alternative guide arrangement.
- Set the routing depth: Adjust the router so the cutting profile produces the required rounded edge and transition.
- Connect dust extraction: Attach a suitable dust extractor where supported by the routing machine.
- Perform a test cut: Use a scrap piece of the same material to verify the resulting 3mm radius and transition geometry.
- Adjust if necessary: Refine the depth and guiding arrangement until the intended profile is achieved.
- Begin routing: Start the router and allow the cutter to reach the appropriate operating speed before engaging the workpiece.
- Guide the router steadily: Maintain controlled movement and keep the guide bearing or alternative guide in consistent contact with the reference surface.
- Complete the profile: Continue along the intended edge without excessive force or sudden directional changes.
- Allow the cutter to stop: Switch off the machine and wait until the cutter has stopped rotating completely before lifting or repositioning the router.
- Inspect the finished edge: Check that the rounding radius and transition are smooth, even and consistent.
- Clean after use: Remove accumulated routing dust and chips from the cutter and bearing before storage.
Safety
Safety
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment: Use suitable eye protection, hearing protection and respiratory protection for the material being routed.
- Disconnect before adjustments: Always switch off and disconnect the router from its power source before fitting, changing or inspecting cutters and guide bearings.
- Use the correct collet: Secure the cutter using a suitable 8mm collet according to the router manufacturer's instructions.
- Check maximum permitted speed: Never exceed the speed marked on the cutter or specified by the manufacturer.
- Inspect the cutting edges: Do not use cutters with cracked, chipped, loose or otherwise damaged carbide cutting edges.
- Check the guide bearing: Confirm that the bearing is correctly installed, rotates freely and is free from damage before routing.
- Secure the workpiece: Clamp panels and other workpieces firmly to prevent unwanted movement.
- Maintain suitable guidance: Always use the appropriate bearing, guide or machine support system for controlled routing.
- Control routing depth: Avoid attempting excessive material removal in a single pass.
- Keep hands clear: Never place hands near the rotating cutter or beneath the routing path.
- Use suitable dust extraction: Wood dust and plastic routing debris may present inhalation hazards. Use effective extraction and appropriate respiratory protection.
- Avoid unsuitable materials: Do not use the cutter for metal, masonry or other materials outside its intended application.
- Prevent overheating: Use appropriate operating settings and feed rates, especially when routing plastic edging.
- Wait for complete stop: Allow the cutter to stop rotating completely before setting down the router or handling the cutter.
- Follow manufacturer instructions: Always observe the Festool router operating manual and applicable cutter safety instructions.
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