Festool HW S8 D12/30 Groove Cutter – 12 mm Diameter, 30 mm Cutting Length, 8 mm Shank

Overview

Festool Groove Cutter HW S8 D12/30 At a Glance: 12 mm cutting diameter | 30 mm cutting length | 8 mm shank | Tungsten carbide cutting edges Bring precision to furniture construction and everyday joinery with the Festool HW S8 D12/30 groove cutter. Designed for grooving, rebating, plunge cutting and elongated recesses, this versatile router bit helps create accurately positioned cuts in solid wood and panel material. Its 12 mm cutting diameter and 30 mm cutting length make it a practical choice for furniture grooves, fitting recesses and guided routing tasks. Tungsten carbide cutting edges, carefully designed geometry and a stable shank support clean results and dependable service life. Carbide cutting performance for precise joinery The HW cutter combines durable tungsten carbide cutting edges with a brazed carbide plunge-cutting tip. This construction supports entry into the material as well as lateral routing, making the cutter useful for both open grooves and recesses that begin within the workpiece. Product Highlights • 12 mm cutting diameter: Produces nominal 12 mm wide grooves in a single guided pass. • 30 mm cutting length: Provides cutting-edge length for a range of groove and rebate dimensions. • Plunge-cutting capability: Suitable for starting recesses within the workpiece when used with an appropriate plunge router. • Tungsten carbide cutting edges: Designed for durability during demanding woodworking applications. • Versatile routing: Suitable for furniture grooves, fitting recesses, rebates and template work. Product Compatibility • Festool OF 900 and OF 1000: Use with the correct 8 mm collet. • Festool OF 1010 and OF 1010 R: Compatible when equipped with an appropriate 8 mm collet. • Festool OF 1400: Suitable with the correct 8 mm collet installed. • Festool OF 2000 and OF 2200: Compatible with the appropriate 8 mm collet. • Template routing: Use suitable guides or copying accessories matched to the router and intended cut. Compatibility Note: This cutter has an 8 mm metric shank. Fit it only in a correctly sized 8 mm collet. Check router clearance, clamping requirements and permitted operating speed before use.