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Festool HW S12 D44/30/30° Carbide Chamfer Cutter 44mm

Festool HW S12 D44/30/30° Carbide Chamfer Cutter 44mm
Festool HW S12 D44/30/30° Carbide Chamfer Cutter 44mm
  • Brand: FESTOOL
  • Model: FES491101
  • Weight: 0.19kg
  • Dim: 58 mm x 58 mm x 100 mm
  • UPC: 4014549076491
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R 3,265.43
Ex VAT: R 2,839.50

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Festool HW S12 D44/30/30° Carbide Chamfer Cutter 44mm

At a Glance: Professional 44mm carbide router cutter with a 12mm shank, 30mm cutting length and 30° profile for producing beautifully finished panel edges.

Create an elegant, professionally finished panel profile with the Festool HW S12 D44/30/30° chamfer cutter. This precision router cutter combines a smoothly formed radius with a 30° chamfer, allowing the two profiles to flow naturally into one another for an attractive and balanced transition. It is an excellent choice for profiling the edges of solid timber, suitable wood-based panels and furniture components where a simple straight bevel does not provide enough visual detail. The durable carbide cutting edges deliver clean, consistent results, while the 12mm shank provides the stability required for controlling this substantial 44mm-diameter cutter. Bearing-guided operation follows the edge of the workpiece, making it easier to produce a uniform profile along straight or gently curved components.

A beautifully blended radius and chamfer profile

Unlike a basic chamfer cutter that produces only a straight bevel, this Festool profile cutter creates a radius that transitions directly into the 30° chamfer. The result is a softer and more refined panel edge with a smooth visual transition. The profile is especially effective on furniture panels, table components, shelving, cabinetry and other workpieces where the edge forms an important part of the finished design.

Product Highlights

  • Distinctive combined profile: Produces a radius that merges smoothly into a 30° chamfer for an elegant panel edge.
  • Large 44mm cutter diameter: Creates a substantial decorative profile suited to furniture and panel construction.
  • 30mm cutting length: Provides useful profiling capacity for thicker workpieces and prominent edge designs.
  • Carbide cutting edges: Durable HW cutting material maintains sharpness and supports consistently clean routing results.
  • Stable 12mm shank: The robust shank provides secure mounting and controlled power transfer in a compatible router.
  • Bearing-guided routing: Follows the workpiece edge to help maintain a consistent profile without requiring a separate parallel fence.
  • Professional Festool quality: Precisely manufactured for accurate profiling and dependable performance in demanding workshop applications.

Extra Information

  • HW: Identifies the hard-wearing carbide cutting material.
  • S12: Indicates a 12mm shank diameter.
  • D44: Indicates a cutter diameter of 44mm.
  • 30: Indicates a cutting length of 30mm.
  • 30°: Indicates the chamfer angle produced by the cutter geometry.
  • KL: Identifies the ball-bearing guide configuration used to follow the workpiece edge.
  • The bearing requires a clean, continuous reference edge to reproduce the profile accurately.
  • The final profile size can be adjusted by changing the router depth setting within the safe working limits of the cutter.
  • The condition, grain direction and density of the material can influence the surface finish and recommended feed rate.
  • For best results, the workpiece edge should be flat, square and free from protruding fasteners before routing.

Pro Tips

  • Make a test cut on an offcut of the same material before routing the finished workpiece.
  • Build the full profile using two or more controlled passes rather than removing the maximum amount of material in one pass.
  • Route difficult grain in shallower stages to reduce tearing and improve the final surface finish.
  • Ensure the guide bearing and workpiece reference edge remain clean, as trapped dust can affect the consistency of the profile.
  • Maintain a smooth, continuous feed rate. Pausing in one position may leave burn marks or an uneven surface.
  • Use effective dust extraction to keep the cutting area visible and reduce the accumulation of chips around the bearing.
  • Support large panels properly so that their weight cannot tilt the router or move the workpiece during routing.
  • Where possible, test the complete profile and finishing system together, as stains and clear coatings can emphasise even small routing marks.
  • Clean resin deposits from the cutter with an appropriate tool cleaner to preserve cutting performance and reduce heat buildup.

How to Use

  • Disconnect the router from its power supply and confirm that it is equipped with the correct 12mm collet.
  • Inspect the cutter, carbide edges, shank and guide bearing for dirt, wear or damage before installation.
  • Insert the clean 12mm shank into the collet to the router manufacturer's recommended depth without allowing the shank to bottom out.
  • Tighten the collet securely using the correct procedure and tools specified for the router.
  • Check that the 44mm cutter has unrestricted clearance through the router base and cannot contact any guide, fence or extraction component.
  • Secure the workpiece firmly and set an appropriate router speed for the cutter diameter and material.
  • Adjust the routing depth to create the required portion of the radius and 30° chamfer profile.
  • Make a shallow test pass and inspect the profile, bearing contact and surface finish.
  • Increase the depth gradually until the required profile is achieved, using additional passes where necessary.
  • Feed the router steadily in the correct direction while keeping the base flat and the guide bearing in consistent contact with the reference edge.
  • After completing the cut, move the cutter clear of the workpiece and wait for it to stop completely before placing the router down.
  • Disconnect the router before adjusting, cleaning or removing the cutter.

Features

  • 30° profile angle: Produces a refined chamfer suitable for decorative and functional edge treatment.
  • Integrated radius transition: The rounded section flows directly into the chamfer for a smooth, balanced profile.
  • 44mm cutter diameter: Suitable for producing a clearly defined profile on panel and furniture edges.
  • 30mm cutting length: Allows the profile to be applied across a generous working depth.
  • 80mm overall length: Provides the geometry required for secure mounting and controlled edge routing.
  • 12mm cylindrical shank: Designed for compatible routers equipped with a correctly sized 12mm collet.
  • HW carbide construction: Hard-wearing cutting edges provide a long service life when used correctly.
  • Guide bearing: Runs against a prepared reference edge to control the cutter's position and maintain a uniform profile.

Benefits

  • Professional edge appearance: Transforms a plain square panel edge into a carefully shaped decorative feature.
  • Smooth profile transition: The radius and chamfer blend together without an abrupt change in shape.
  • Consistent results: Bearing-guided routing helps reproduce the same profile along the entire workpiece edge.
  • Reduced finishing work: A clean routing result can reduce the amount of sanding required before applying the final finish.
  • Excellent stability: The 12mm shank provides improved rigidity for this large-diameter cutter.
  • Versatile design potential: Suitable for both functional edge relief and decorative furniture detailing.
  • Long working life: Quality carbide cutting edges withstand repeated professional use when correctly operated and maintained.

Application

  • Creating decorative panel-edge profiles.
  • Profiling solid timber and suitable wood-based boards.
  • Producing radius-to-chamfer transitions on furniture components.
  • Shaping table tops, worktops and counter edges.
  • Adding refined profiles to shelving and cabinet components.
  • Profiling doors, frames and architectural joinery.
  • Softening prominent edges while adding decorative detail.
  • Producing repeatable profiles on straight or gently curved edges.
  • Custom furniture, cabinetmaking and interior fitting work.

Compatibility

  • Shank requirement: A correctly fitted 12mm router collet is required.
  • Suitable Festool routers: Compatible with appropriately configured Festool OF 1400, OF 2000 and OF 2200 routers fitted with a 12mm collet.
  • Material suitability: Intended primarily for routing suitable solid timber and wood-based panel materials.
  • Important: Confirm that the router, base opening, collet and operating speed are suitable for a 44mm-diameter cutter before use.
  • Not universally compatible: This cutter cannot be used in routers limited to 6mm, 6.35mm, 8mm or 10mm shanks unless the manufacturer offers an approved 12mm collet and confirms adequate cutter clearance.

Safety

  • Wear suitable eye, hearing and respiratory protection when routing.
  • Use the cutter only in a router fitted with the correct, undamaged 12mm collet.
  • Never fit a 12mm shank into an incorrectly sized collet or use an unapproved collet reducer.
  • Disconnect the router from its power supply before installing, removing, inspecting or adjusting the cutter.
  • Do not use the cutter if the shank, carbide cutting edges, cutter body or guide bearing is cracked, chipped, bent, loose or damaged.
  • Confirm that the router base opening and all accessories provide sufficient clearance for the 44mm cutter diameter.
  • Select a safe router speed appropriate for the cutter diameter and never exceed the maximum permitted speed stated by the cutter or router manufacturer.
  • Secure the workpiece firmly and keep both hands in the designated operating positions on the router.
  • Keep hands, cables, extraction hoses and loose clothing away from the rotating cutter.
  • Feed the router in the correct direction. Avoid uncontrolled climb cutting, which can cause the router to accelerate unexpectedly along the workpiece.
  • Use shallow, progressive passes when removing a large amount of material.
  • Never start the router while the cutting edges are in contact with the workpiece.
  • Allow the cutter to stop completely before placing the router down or making any adjustment.

Specifications

Description Spec
BrandFestool
Cat No.FES491101
Manufacturer Part No.491101
ModelHW S12 D44/30/30°
Product TypeCarbide chamfer and panel-profile router cutter
Cutting MaterialHW carbide
Shank Diameter12mm
Cutter Diameter44mm
Cutting Length30mm
Overall Length80mm
Chamfer Angle30°
GuidanceBall-bearing guided
Primary ApplicationDecorative profiling of panel and furniture edges
Suitable Router Collet12mm
Quantity1 piece

Scope of Delivery:

  • 1 x Festool HW S12 D44/30/30° chamfer cutter
  • Self-service display packaging
Tags: FES491101 , HW S12 D44/30/30° , Chamfer Cutters , Router Cutters , Carbide Router Bits , 12mm Shank Cutters , 44mm Router Cutters , 30 Degree Cutters , Panel Profile Cutters , Bearing Guided Cutters , Woodworking Accessories , Furniture Making , Cabinetmaking , Festool Router Accessories
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