Festool HW S8 D22/16/R2,5+6 Carbide Hand Rail Cutter 8mm Shank

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Festool HW S8 D22/16/R2,5+6 Carbide Hand Rail Cutter 8mm Shank

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Festool HW S8 D22/16/R2,5+6 Carbide Hand Rail Cutter

At a Glance: Professional 22 mm carbide-tipped profile cutter for routing elegant concealed hand grips into furniture doors and drawer fronts in a single operation.

The Festool HW S8 D22/16/R2,5+6 hand rail cutter provides an elegant alternative to visible handles and fittings on modern furniture. Its specially formed profile allows a complete recessed hand grip to be routed directly into a suitable door or drawer front, creating a clean, streamlined appearance without adding external hardware. Manufactured from first-class steel and fitted with wear-resistant carbide cutting edges, this professional router bit delivers high stability, excellent run-out accuracy, precise contours and a long working life. The double cutting-edge design produces efficient, balanced cutting, while the combination of 2.5 mm and 6 mm radii creates a smooth, comfortable grip profile. An 8 mm shank makes the cutter compatible with a broad selection of Festool routers equipped with the correct collet.

Elegant handle-free furniture with one precision profile

Perfect for contemporary kitchens, cabinets, wardrobes and custom furniture, this cutter enables the craftsperson to form a discreet finger grip as part of the furniture front itself. The result is a professional handle-free design with clean lines, comfortable access and no visible fittings to interrupt the finished appearance.

Product Highlights

Concealed hand-grip profile: Creates an elegant integrated grip without visible handles, knobs or fittings.
Complete profile in one operation: The specially developed geometry can form the entire hand grip on a suitable door or drawer front in a single routing pass.
Dual-radius design: Combines 2.5 mm and 6 mm radii to produce a smooth, practical and comfortable grip profile.
Carbide-tipped cutting edges: Wear-resistant HW blades provide dependable sharpness and long service life.
Double cutting edge: Two cutting edges support efficient material removal and a consistently shaped profile.
Precision construction: First-class steel and accurate manufacturing provide excellent stability and run-out accuracy.
High-strength brazing: Securely brazed carbide cutting edges support reliable professional routing.
Broad Festool router compatibility: Suitable for numerous Festool routers equipped with an 8 mm collet.

Product Compatibility

Festool OF 900: Compatible when fitted with the correct 8 mm collet.
Festool OF 1000: Suitable for use with the corresponding 8 mm collet and routing setup.
Festool OF 1010: Compatible with Festool OF 1010 routers using an 8 mm collet.
Festool OF 1010 R: Suitable for the current OF 1010 R router platform.
Festool OF 1400: Compatible when the router is equipped with an approved 8 mm collet.
Festool OF 2000: Suitable for use with the appropriate 8 mm collet.
Festool OF 2200: Compatible with the OF 2200 router using an approved 8 mm collet.
Other routers: Use only when the router manufacturer approves a 22 mm profile cutter with an 8 mm shank and all speed and capacity requirements are met.
Suitable workpieces: Designed primarily for routing integrated hand grips into furniture fronts, doors and drawer faces made from suitable routable materials.

Features

22 mm cutter diameter: Provides the required profile width for the integrated hand-grip shape.
16 mm cutting length: Enables the cutter to form a practical recessed grip in a suitable furniture front.
59 mm overall length: Provides the geometry and reach required for the specialised hand-rail profile.
8 mm shank: Fits approved Festool 8 mm router collets.
2.5 mm profile radius: Forms the smaller transition radius within the grip profile.
6 mm profile radius: Produces the larger curved section for a smooth, comfortable grip.
HW-tipped design: Carbide cutting edges provide excellent wear resistance in regular professional use.
Double cutting edge: Supports balanced operation, efficient cutting and a clean profile.
Precision steel body: Manufactured for stability, accurate rotation and consistent contour formation.

Benefits

Modern handle-free appearance: Creates clean furniture fronts without external handles interrupting the design.
Reduced hardware requirements: The grip is machined directly into the workpiece, eliminating the need for a separate handle in suitable designs.
Consistent professional profiles: Purpose-designed geometry helps reproduce the same hand-grip shape across multiple components.
Comfortable everyday use: The combined radii form a smooth profile that is comfortable to grip.
Efficient production: The complete profile can be formed in one routing operation once the setup has been correctly established.
Long cutting life: Wear-resistant carbide edges maintain effective cutting performance through demanding workshop use.
Excellent accuracy: Stable construction and low run-out support crisp transitions and precise contours.
Festool system versatility: The 8 mm shank works with an extensive range of compatible Festool routers.

Application

Routing concealed hand grips into furniture fronts.
Producing integrated finger pulls in drawer faces.
Creating handle-free cabinet and cupboard doors.
Manufacturing modern kitchen and bathroom cabinetry.
Routing grip profiles in wardrobe and storage-unit fronts.
Custom joinery and fitted-furniture production.
Creating repeatable profiles across matching furniture components.
Replacing visible handles with a clean routed design.

Specifications

Description	Spec
Brand	Festool
Cat No.	FES491140
Festool Order No.	491140
Model	HW S8 D22/16/R2,5+6
Product Type	Carbide-Tipped Hand Rail Cutter
Cutter Material	HW Carbide-Tipped
Cutter Diameter D	22.00 mm
Cutting Length NL	16.00 mm
Overall Length GL	59.00 mm
Shank Diameter	8 mm
Radius R1	2.50 mm
Radius R2	6.00 mm
Cutting Edges	Double Cutting Edge
Guidance Type	Manual Router Guidance
Compatible Routers	OF 900, OF 1000, OF 1010, OF 1010 R, OF 1400, OF 2000 and OF 2200
Primary Application	Routing Integrated Hand Grips in Furniture Fronts
EAN	4014549077740
Quantity	1 Cutter

Scope of Delivery:

1 x Festool HW S8 D22/16/R2,5+6 Hand Rail Cutter

Extra Info

Extra Information

The workpiece must have sufficient thickness and strength to accommodate the complete routed profile without breaking through or weakening the front.
This cutter does not replace careful router setup. A suitable guide, fence or template should be used to control the routing path accurately.
Always produce a test profile in scrap material of the same type and thickness before routing the finished furniture component.
The final surface quality depends on the material, grain direction, router speed, feed rate, cutter condition and rigidity of the setup.
The model designation identifies a 22 mm diameter, 16 mm cutting length, 8 mm shank and profile radii of 2.5 mm and 6 mm.
Carbide-tipped cutters are durable but can be damaged by nails, screws, metal fittings or other foreign objects in the workpiece.
Use effective dust extraction to improve visibility, reduce airborne dust and help prevent chips from accumulating around the cutter.

Pro Tips

Make a full-size test piece before routing the finished doors or drawers so that grip depth, position and comfort can be evaluated.
Use a securely positioned fence, guide or template with positive start and stop points when producing multiple matching grips.
Mark the centre of every furniture front and use the same reference edge to maintain consistent positioning across a set.
Although the cutter forms the complete profile in one routing operation, staged depth settings may be preferable in dense material or demanding conditions.
Feed the router steadily against the cutter's normal direction of rotation and avoid stopping while the cutter is engaged with the workpiece.
Reduce the feed rate slightly near the end of the cut to maintain control, but keep the router moving to avoid burn marks.
Support the workpiece fully and use sacrificial backing where required to minimise breakout at the ends of the routed profile.
Clean resin and compacted dust from the cutter regularly using a suitable cutter-cleaning method.
Replace or professionally sharpen the cutter when increased feed pressure, burning or poor surface quality becomes noticeable.

How to Use

Disconnect the router from the power supply before fitting or adjusting the cutter.
Inspect the cutter for chipped carbide, cracks, distortion or contamination before use.
Clean the cutter shank and the router's 8 mm collet to ensure secure, accurate clamping.
Insert the shank into the collet to the approved clamping depth without allowing it to bottom out against the router spindle.
Tighten the collet securely according to the router manufacturer's instructions.
Set the required cutter height and cutting depth using a test workpiece of the same material and thickness.
Position and secure the fence, guide, template or stops required to control the grip's length and location.
Clamp the workpiece firmly and connect an appropriate dust-extraction system.
Select a router speed suitable for the cutter diameter and workpiece material.
Start the router clear of the workpiece and allow it to reach full operating speed.
Guide the router through the cut using a smooth, controlled feed without forcing or tilting the machine.
Complete the cut, move the cutter clear of the workpiece and wait for it to stop fully before setting the router down.
Inspect the profile and lightly sand the routed surface if required before applying the final finish.

Safety

Wear suitable eye, hearing and respiratory protection whenever operating a router.
Disconnect the router from its power source before fitting, removing, inspecting or cleaning the cutter.
Use only a clean, undamaged 8 mm collet approved for the router.
Ensure that the cutter shank is inserted to the correct clamping depth and securely tightened before operation.
Never use a cutter with chipped carbide, cracks, bending, damaged brazing or excessive wear.
Do not exceed the maximum router speed permitted for the cutter and application.
Clamp the workpiece securely and never attempt to hold a small component by hand while routing.
Keep hands and loose clothing away from the cutter and maintain control of the router with both hands where applicable.
Inspect the material for nails, screws, fittings and other foreign objects before routing.
Use a stable guide, fence or template and maintain the correct feed direction throughout the cut.
Do not start the router while the cutter is touching the workpiece.
Allow the cutter to stop completely before setting the router down or approaching the cutting area.
Follow all safety and operating instructions supplied with the router and cutter.