Festool S8 HW 45° D27 12x12 KL Chamfer Cutter with Reversible Blade 27mm

Name: Festool S8 HW 45° D27 12x12 KL Chamfer Cutter with Reversible Blade 27mm
Brand: FESTOOL
SKU: FES499807
Price: 4693.15 ZAR
Availability: InStock

Festool S8 HW 45° D27 12x12 KL Chamfer Cutter with Reversible Blade 27mm

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Brand: FESTOOL
Model: FES499807
Weight: 0.07kg
Dim: 50.00mm x 50.00mm x 100.00mm
UPC: 4014549202289

Price:

R 4,693.15

Ex VAT: R 4,081.00

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Festool S8 HW 45° D27 12x12 KL Chamfer Cutter

At a Glance: Professional 45° chamfer cutter with a four-sided 12 x 12mm reversible carbide blade and sturdy steel ball-bearing guide for machining plastic and solid wood edges.

Produce clean, consistent 45° chamfers on plastic and solid wood edges with the Festool S8 HW 45° D27 12x12 KL Chamfer Cutter. Designed for compatible Festool routers and edge routers, this professional cutter combines a 27mm cutting diameter with a durable 12 x 12mm reversible carbide blade. The square insert provides four usable cutting edges and can simply be rotated when one edge becomes blunt, restoring sharp cutting performance without replacing or sharpening the complete cutter. A sturdy steel ball bearing guides the cutter accurately along the workpiece edge during freehand profiling. The optimised bearing mount is suitable for the supplied 12.7mm guide bearing or for use without a bearing in appropriately guided routing applications.

Four sharp cutting edges from one replaceable carbide insert

The reversible blade can be rotated through four positions as each cutting edge wears. This provides dependable professional cutting quality while reducing downtime and avoiding the need to sharpen a permanently brazed cutting edge.

Product Highlights

Accurate 45° chamfers: Produces consistent bevelled edges on compatible solid wood and plastic materials.
Four-sided reversible blade: The 12 x 12mm carbide insert provides four usable cutting edges.
Sturdy steel ball bearing: Guides the cutter accurately along the workpiece edge during profiling.
Optional bearing-free use: Can also be operated without the guide bearing in suitable guided applications.
Optimised bearing mount: Designed for a 12.7mm ball-bearing guide.
27mm cutter diameter: Provides a compact and controlled cutting profile for edge machining.
8mm shank: Fits compatible Festool routers equipped with a suitable 8mm collet.
Wide machine compatibility: Suitable for selected Festool routers and edge routers, including cordless models.
Reduced maintenance: Restore a sharp cutting edge quickly by rotating the reversible blade.

Extra Information

The official Festool product designation is S8 HW 45° D27 12x12 KL.
The cutter is compatible with the Festool OF 1010, OF 1010 R, OFK 700, MFK 700 and MFKC 700.
It can be used for chamfering compatible plastic and solid wood edges.
The 12 x 12mm reversible blade provides four usable cutting edges.
When one cutting edge becomes blunt, the insert can be loosened, rotated by 90° and secured again.
The cutter is supplied with a sturdy steel ball-bearing guide.
The optimised bearing mount is suitable for a 12.7mm guide bearing.
The cutter may also be used without the ball bearing in suitable guided routing applications.
The router, 8mm collet, dust extractor and additional routing accessories are not included.

Pro Tips

Make a shallow test cut on an offcut before machining a visible finished component.
Use a steady feed rate and avoid pausing in one position, as this may leave a burn mark or indentation.
Keep the ball bearing clean and confirm that it rotates freely before every routing operation.
Rotate the reversible blade when increased feed pressure, burning or tearing becomes noticeable.
Clean the blade seat carefully before turning or replacing the insert so it remains accurately positioned.
Remove larger amounts of material in more than one pass to reduce cutter load and improve the finish.
Route against the cutter rotation during normal handheld edge routing unless the machine instructions specify otherwise.
Use suitable dust extraction to keep chips away from the bearing and maintain a clear view of the workpiece.
Protect finished surfaces from chips trapped beneath the router base.

How to Use

Disconnect the router from the mains supply or remove its battery pack.
Inspect the cutter body, reversible blade, retaining screw and ball bearing for wear or damage.
Fit a clean and undamaged 8mm collet to the compatible router where required.
Insert the cutter shank into the collet to the minimum clamping depth specified by the router manufacturer.
Tighten the collet securely using the prescribed machine procedure.
Confirm that the ball bearing is installed correctly and rotates freely.
Adjust the routing depth to produce the required chamfer width.
Secure and support the workpiece on a stable surface.
Connect suitable dust extraction where available.
Position the router so that the ball bearing contacts the reference edge.
Start the router and allow the cutter to reach full operating speed.
Guide the machine smoothly along the edge while maintaining steady bearing contact.
Complete the routing pass and move the cutter clear of the material.
Wait for the cutter to stop completely before setting the router down.
Disconnect the machine before rotating the reversible blade or servicing the bearing.
Clean accumulated dust and resin from the cutter and bearing after use.

Features

45° cutting angle: Creates a defined chamfer along straight, curved and shaped workpiece edges.
Reversible carbide insert: Provides durable cutting performance and can be turned when an edge becomes worn.
12 x 12mm blade format: Uses a square cutting insert with four independently usable edges.
27mm cutter diameter: Offers compact geometry for controlled edge routing.
8mm cutting length: Suitable for producing chamfers within the specified cutter capacity.
55mm overall length: Provides a compact cutter format for compatible Festool machines.
8mm cylindrical shank: Designed for secure clamping in a suitable router collet.
Steel ball-bearing guide: Follows the reference edge and controls the position of the chamfer.
Removable guide bearing: Allows the cutter to be used with or without the ball bearing where the setup permits.

Benefits

Consistent edge profiles: The guide bearing follows the workpiece to produce an even 45° chamfer.
Longer usable cutting life: Four cutting edges are available before the reversible blade requires replacement.
Reduced servicing time: Rotate the insert instead of removing the complete cutter for sharpening.
Lower ongoing accessory costs: The reusable cutter body does not need to be replaced when one edge becomes blunt.
Suitable for multiple edge materials: Processes both compatible plastic and solid wood edges.
Flexible routing setup: Use the supplied bearing for edge guidance or remove it for suitable template-guided work.
Improved routing control: The sturdy bearing and compact cutter geometry support smooth machine guidance.
Festool system compatibility: Designed for use with compatible Festool routers, edge routers and 8mm collets.

Application

Producing 45° chamfers on solid wood edges.
Chamfering compatible plastic edging.
Removing sharp corners from furniture components.
Creating decorative bevelled profiles.
Finishing shelves, worktops and cabinet components.
Furniture manufacturing and cabinetmaking.
Kitchen installation and interior fitting.
Shopfitting and professional joinery.
Bearing-guided edge routing with compatible Festool machines.

Safety

Wear suitable eye, hearing and respiratory protection during routing.
Disconnect the router from the mains supply or remove its battery before fitting, removing or servicing the cutter.
Use the cutter only with compatible routers, a suitable 8mm collet and within the permitted machine speed range.
Inspect the cutter, reversible blade, fixing screw and ball bearing before every use.
Do not use the cutter if the body, blade, bearing or retaining components are cracked, loose or damaged.
Ensure the reversible blade is seated correctly and its retaining screw is tightened securely.
Confirm that the ball bearing rotates freely and cannot contact the cutting edge.
Insert the shank to the minimum clamping depth specified by the router manufacturer.
Secure and support the workpiece firmly before routing.
Keep both hands on the designated machine handles and away from the rotating cutter.
Allow the cutter to reach full operating speed before contacting the workpiece.
Guide the router steadily and do not force, tilt or twist the cutter during the pass.
Do not attempt to remove excessive material in a single pass.
Wait until the cutter has stopped completely before setting down the router.
Do not touch the cutter immediately after use, as it may be hot.
Use only compatible replacement blades, bearings and fastening components.
Follow all operating and safety instructions supplied with the cutter, router and extraction system.

Specifications

Description	Spec
Brand	Festool
Cat No.	FES499807
Model	S8 HW 45° D27 12x12 KL
Product Type	Chamfer Cutter with Reversible Blade
Compatible Machines	OF 1010, OF 1010 R, OFK 700, MFK 700 and MFKC 700
Shank Diameter	8mm
Cutter Diameter	27mm
Cutting Length	8mm
Overall Length	55mm
Cutting Angle	45°
Cutting Material	Carbide
Blade Type	Reversible Insert
Reversible Blade Size	12 x 12mm
Usable Cutting Edges	4
Guide Type	Removable Steel Ball Bearing
Ball-Bearing Diameter	12.7mm
Bearing-Free Operation	Yes
Suitable Edge Materials	Plastic and Solid Wood
Primary Application	Bearing-Guided 45° Edge Chamfering