What are the dimensions of this groove cutter?

The cutter has a cutting diameter of 7 mm, a cutting length of 17 mm, and an 8 mm shank.

Which routers are compatible with this bit?

It fits all routers with an 8 mm collet, including Festool models like the OF 1010 and OF 1400.

Can you plunge directly into the workpiece with this cutter?

Yes, the integrated base blade allows direct plunge cuts into the material.

Does this router bit include a guide bearing?

No, this straight bit does not have a bearing and is guided using a side stop, copy ring, or guide rail.

What are the primary applications for this router bit?

It is ideal for routing narrow grooves for fittings, sliding doors, back panels, and joints in sheet or solid wood.

FESTOOL HW S8 D7/17 groove cutter - 490956

Name: FESTOOL HW S8 D7/17 groove cutter - 490956
Brand: FESTOOL
SKU: 02332104
Price: 42.6 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: FESTOOL 490956 | EAN 4014549000519

Recommended Retail Price €52.48

42.60 tax incl.

€35.21 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 14/10/2026

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Accurate grooves with Festool

Practical benefits

Direct plunging into material: The integrated bottom cutting edge lets you plunge straight into workpieces to route closed grooves and mortises easily.
High resistance against breakage: Solid carbide construction minimizes vibration and provides superior fracture resistance during demanding routing tasks.
Extended lifespan in panels: The durable tungsten carbide edge retains its sharpness even when routing repeatedly through abrasive panel materials.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Festool groove cutter hw S8 D7/17, you can route clean, precise grooves 7 mm wide up to a depth of 17 mm. The integrated base blade allows direct vertical plunge cuts into the workpiece, making it easy to create blind grooves, mortises, and recesses. Its solid carbide construction delivers high fracture resistance and minimizes vibration during demanding work in solid timber and sheet materials. Designed with a standard 8 mm shank, this bit fits compatible routers such as the Festool of 1010 and of 1400. It is the dependable solution for routing channels for fittings, furniture back panels, and joints.

Product information FAQ

€42.60

tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Diameter: 7 mm
Cutting length: 17 mm
Shank size (milling cutter): 8 mm
Router bit type: Straight cutter
With bearing: No

Product description

Groove cutter

Whether for fittings, a rear wall or a sliding door, grooves can be used in a versatile manner. These are quickly created with a groove cutter of a suitable diameter.

The base blade allows plunge-cutting of the cutter into the workpiece
Long service lives are achieved thanks to the solid carbide design
Perfectly suited to a multitude of materials

Ideally suited for

More security against small diameter bits breaking because of the low vibration all tungsten carbide cutter design
The partially ground standard tungsten carbide blade provides an increased service life when drilling panel materials

All Features

Diameter: 7 mm
Cutting length: 17 mm
Shank size (milling cutter): 8 mm
Router bit type: Straight cutter
With bearing: No
D: 7.00 mm
Nl: 17.00 mm
Gl: 55.00 mm
S: 8 mm

Brand FESTOOL
02332104
EAN 4014549000519
Supplier number FESTOOL 490956

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What are the dimensions of this groove cutter?: The cutter has a cutting diameter of 7 mm, a cutting length of 17 mm, and an 8 mm shank.
Which routers are compatible with this bit?: It fits all routers with an 8 mm collet, including Festool models like the OF 1010 and OF 1400.
Can you plunge directly into the workpiece with this cutter?: Yes, the integrated base blade allows direct plunge cuts into the material.
Does this router bit include a guide bearing?: No, this straight bit does not have a bearing and is guided using a side stop, copy ring, or guide rail.
What are the primary applications for this router bit?: It is ideal for routing narrow grooves for fittings, sliding doors, back panels, and joints in sheet or solid wood.