What is this Festool V-groove cutter used for?

It is designed for routing 135° grooves in aluminium composite panels (such as Alucobond) for precise folding.

What shank size does this router bit have?

It features an 8 mm shank, making it compatible with routers equipped with an 8 mm collet.

What are the cutting dimensions of this bit?

It has a cutting diameter of 18 mm, a cutting length of 3.3 mm, and a 135° cutting angle.

Does this router bit include a guide bearing?

No, this model does not have a ball bearing. It is intended to be guided with a guide rail or parallel fence.

What material are the cutting edges made of?

The cutting edges are tipped with hard metal carbide (HW), ensuring long tool life and clean cuts in composite panels.

FESTOOL HW S8 D18-135°/Alu V-groove cutter - 491443

Name: FESTOOL HW S8 D18-135°/Alu V-groove cutter - 491443
Brand: FESTOOL
SKU: 02332456
Price: 76.8 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: FESTOOL 491443 | EAN 4014549008447

Recommended Retail Price €97.93

76.80 tax incl.

€63.47 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 12/10/2026

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Accurate folding of composite panels

Practical benefits

Dedicated angle for folding: You cut a clean 135° groove specifically designed to fold aluminium composite materials cleanly.
Long-lasting Festool carbide: The tough HW cutting edges stay sharp across extensive routing tasks, delivering consistent and precise finishes.
Solid 8 mm shank: The 8 mm shank fits securely in standard collets, giving you stable operation without vibration.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Festool hw S8 D18-135°/ALU V-groove cutter, you route precise grooves in aluminium composite panels to fold them cleanly without cracking the outer cover layer. Its dedicated 135° angle and 3.3 mm cutting length allow you to shape panels accurately for facade cladding, signage, and exhibition stand construction. High-quality carbide (HW) cutting edges deliver long-lasting sharpness and tear-free performance in abrasive materials. Featuring a sturdy 8 mm shank, this 18 mm router bit mounts securely into your router for stable, controlled cuts when working along a guide rail or parallel fence.

Product information FAQ

€76.80

tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Diameter: 18 mm
Cutting length: 3,3 mm
Shank size (milling cutter): 8 mm
Router bit type: V-groove cutter
With bearing: No
Angle: 135 °

Product description

V-groove cutter

135° router for aluminium composite materialsDurable thanks to carbide-tipped cutting

Ideally suited for

Special router for machining aluminium composite materials
A groove of 135° is routed with this router

All Features

Diameter: 18 mm
Cutting length: 3,3 mm
Shank size (milling cutter): 8 mm
Router bit type: V-groove cutter
With bearing: No
Angle: 135 °
D: 18.00 mm
Nl: 3.30 mm
Gl: 59.00 mm
Alpha: 135.00 °
S: 8 mm

Brand FESTOOL
02332456
EAN 4014549008447
Supplier number FESTOOL 491443

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What is this Festool V-groove cutter used for?: It is designed for routing 135° grooves in aluminium composite panels (such as Alucobond) for precise folding.
What shank size does this router bit have?: It features an 8 mm shank, making it compatible with routers equipped with an 8 mm collet.
What are the cutting dimensions of this bit?: It has a cutting diameter of 18 mm, a cutting length of 3.3 mm, and a 135° cutting angle.
Does this router bit include a guide bearing?: No, this model does not have a ball bearing. It is intended to be guided with a guide rail or parallel fence.
What material are the cutting edges made of?: The cutting edges are tipped with hard metal carbide (HW), ensuring long tool life and clean cuts in composite panels.