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FESTOOL HW S8 D30/28 Half-Round Router Cutter with Ball Bearing Guide

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Model: FES491139 6348
Weight: 0.10kg
Dimensions: 102.00mm x 53.00mm x 53.00mm
SKU: FES491139
UPC: 4014549077696

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Festool HW S8 D30/28 Half-Round Router Cutter with Ball Bearing Guide

At a Glance: Carbide-tipped half-round profile cutter with an 8mm shank, R12 radius and 28mm cutting length for beautifully rounded panel edges.

Create smooth, attractive half-round and bullnose edge profiles with the Festool HW S8 D30/28 half-round cutter. This professional carbide-tipped router cutter is optimally matched to 28mm thick laminated timber panels, making it ideal for shaping worktops, shelving, furniture components and decorative board edges. The integrated ball bearing guide runs directly against the workpiece or template, allowing accurate guided profiling without requiring a copying ring. Its precision-ground cutting geometry, generous 28mm cutting length and durable carbide cutting edges deliver clean, repeatable results in solid timber and suitable wood-based panels.

Professional half-round profiling with accurate bearing-guided control

The HW S8 D30/28 is designed to transform a square panel edge into a smooth, comfortable semicircular profile. Its R12 cutting form is particularly well suited to 28mm panels, while the integrated ball bearing guide follows the edge or template to maintain a consistent profile along straight and gently curved workpieces.

Product highlights

Elegant half-round profile: Produces smooth bullnose-style edges on furniture, shelving and panel components.
Ideal for 28mm panels: Optimally designed for profiling laminated timber panels approximately 28mm thick.
R12 profile radius: Creates a generous rounded edge that is both decorative and comfortable to touch.
Integrated ball bearing guide: Runs directly along the workpiece or template for controlled, repeatable routing.
No copying ring required: The bearing-guided design simplifies edge and template routing.
Carbide cutting edges: Durable HW cutting material provides dependable sharpness and professional results.
8mm shank: Suitable for compatible routers equipped with a precise 8mm collet.
28mm cutting length: Accommodates substantial panel edges and full half-round profiles.

Product Compatibility

8mm router collets: Designed exclusively for routers equipped with the correct 8mm collet.
Festool OF routers: Suitable for compatible Festool OF series routers when fitted with an approved 8mm collet.
28mm laminated wood panels: Optimally matched to this panel thickness for a balanced half-round profile.
Solid timber: Suitable for profiling compatible solid wood workpieces using the correct routing settings and technique.
Wood-based panels: Can be used on suitable laminated and veneered boards where the material is securely bonded.
Template routing: The fitted bearing can follow a smooth, accurately prepared template without a copying ring.
Important collet note: Do not fit the 8mm shank into a 1/4 inch, 6mm or 12mm collet.

Features

Half-round cutting profile: Shapes square panel edges into a smooth semicircular form.
R12 cutting radius: Produces a substantial rounded profile suited to furniture and interior joinery.
Carbide-tipped construction: Provides durable cutting performance in timber and suitable board materials.
Ball bearing guide: Controls the routing path directly from the workpiece edge or template.
27mm cutting diameter: Precision-sized cutting geometry for the specified half-round profile.
28mm cutting length: Optimised for full-edge profiling of approximately 28mm thick panels.
70mm overall length: Provides the reach required for the cutter&s deep profile.
8mm cylindrical shank: Offers secure clamping in compatible precision router collets.

Benefits

Professional edge finish: Creates an attractive rounded profile suitable for visible furniture and joinery components.
Comfortable finished edges: Removes sharp corners from shelving, counters, benches and other frequently handled surfaces.
Consistent profile depth: The bearing guide helps maintain a uniform cut along the entire workpiece edge.
Simplified setup: Bearing-guided routing eliminates the need for a separate copying ring in suitable applications.
Accurate repeat work: A prepared template can be used to reproduce the same profile across multiple components.
Long-lasting cutting performance: Carbide cutting edges withstand demanding professional woodworking applications.
Reduced finishing work: Correct routing technique produces a smooth profile that requires less sanding afterwards.

Application

Creating half-round or bullnose profiles on panel edges.
Profiling 28mm thick laminated timber panels.
Rounding shelving and bookcase edges.
Shaping furniture tops, benches and counter edges.
Producing comfortable hand-contact edges.
Routing decorative solid timber components.
Template-guided profiling of straight and curved workpieces.
Manufacturing repeat furniture and interior joinery components.
Finishing exposed edges on cabinetry and shopfitting panels.

Extra Information

The stated model remains HW S8 D30/28; the technical cutting diameter is 27mm.
The cutter is optimally suited to approximately 28mm thick laminated wood panels.
The ball bearing guide follows the workpiece or template directly, allowing profiling without a copying ring.
Always use a smooth, defect-free workpiece edge or template because irregularities can be transferred to the routed profile.
Carbide-tipped cutters provide excellent durability but can be damaged by nails, screws, staples or other embedded metal.
For deep profiles, remove the material in several controlled passes instead of attempting the complete cut in one pass.
Router speed should be selected according to the router manufacturer&s instructions, cutter diameter and material being machined.

Pro Tips

Make a test cut in an offcut of the same thickness before routing the finished workpiece.
Mark the centreline of the panel edge and adjust the router height carefully to centre the R12 profile.
Use multiple shallow passes to reduce cutter load, heat build-up, tear-out and strain on the router.
On difficult grain, make a very light initial scoring pass before completing the profile in the normal feed direction.
Ensure the ball bearing rotates freely and remains clean before beginning each job.
Support long panels adequately so that the router base remains stable throughout the cut.
Use effective dust extraction to keep the cutting area visible and prevent chips from accumulating around the bearing.
Apply a final light finishing pass at a steady feed rate for the cleanest possible surface.

How to Use

Disconnect the router from its power source before installing or adjusting the cutter.
Inspect the cutter, carbide edges, shank and ball bearing for damage, contamination or excessive wear.
Fit the 8mm shank into a clean, compatible 8mm collet without allowing the end of the shank to bottom out inside the collet.
Tighten the collet securely using the router manufacturer&s approved procedure and tools.
Adjust the cutter height so that the half-round profile is correctly centred on the panel edge.
Secure the workpiece firmly and confirm that the bearing has a smooth edge or template to follow.
Connect suitable dust extraction and select the correct router speed for the material and cutter diameter.
Start with a shallow pass, feeding the router steadily in the correct direction while keeping the base firmly supported.
Increase the cutting depth gradually over additional passes until the required profile is achieved.
Make a light final pass if required, then switch off the router and wait for the cutter to stop completely before setting it down.

Specifications

Description	Spec
Brand	Festool
Cat No.	FES491139
Festool Order No.	491139
Model	HW S8 D30/28
Product Type	Half-round router cutter
Cutter Material	Carbide-tipped (HW)
Shank Diameter	8mm
Cutting Diameter	27mm
Cutting Length	28mm
Overall Length	70mm
Profile Radius	12mm
Guide System	Integrated ball bearing guide
Recommended Panel Thickness	28mm
EAN	4014549077696
Quantity	1 cutter

Scope of Delivery:

1 x Festool HW S8 D30/28 half-round router cutter
1 x Fitted ball bearing guide
Display packaging

Safety

Wear suitable eye, hearing and respiratory protection while routing.
Disconnect the router from its power source before installing, removing or adjusting the cutter.
Use only a correctly sized 8mm collet that is clean, undamaged and approved for the router.
Inspect the cutter and ball bearing before every use. Do not use a chipped, cracked, bent or excessively worn cutter.
Check the workpiece for nails, screws, staples and other foreign objects before routing.
Secure the workpiece firmly and maintain stable support for the router base throughout the cut.
Keep hands, cables, hoses and loose clothing away from the rotating cutter.
Use the correct speed and feed direction specified by the router manufacturer.
Do not force the cutter or attempt to remove the complete deep profile in a single heavy pass.
Allow the cutter to stop completely before placing the router down or inspecting the workpiece.
Follow all operating and safety instructions supplied with the router and dust extraction equipment.

FESTOOL HW S8 D30/28 Half-Round Router Cutter with Ball Bearing Guide