What is the shank size of this groove cutter?

This router bit has an 8 mm shank and fits routers equipped with an 8 mm collet.

What are the cutting dimensions of this bit?

The router bit has a cutting diameter of 18 mm and a cutting length of 30 mm.

Can this cutter be used for plunge routing?

Yes, the carbide tip design allows for direct plunging into the material and easy drilling.

Does this groove cutter come with a ball bearing?

No, it does not include a bearing and is designed for use with a parallel guide, guide rail, or copy ring.

Which materials can you rout with this bit?

The tungsten carbide edges are suitable for machining solid wood and various panel board materials.

FESTOOL HW S8 D18/30 groove cutter - 490969

Name: FESTOOL HW S8 D18/30 groove cutter - 490969
Brand: FESTOOL
SKU: 02031472
Price: 51.2 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: FESTOOL 490969 | EAN 4014549000670

Recommended Retail Price €69.01

51.20 tax incl.

€42.31 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 14/10/2026

Ordered before 20:00 - delivered as of 14/10/2026
Shipping costs €11.99 VAT included | Free shipping for orders over a total amount of 125 euros
Delivery by DHL
Delivered from Belgium

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Accurate and clean routing with Festool

Practical benefits

Extended plunge cutting durability: The brazed carbide plunge tip lets you enter solid wood smoothly without premature wear.
Flawless and clean finishes: Optimized cutter geometry ensures you achieve chip-free grooves and recesses for furniture construction and hardware fittings.
Stable vibration-free operation: The rigid 8 mm shank provides steady guidance in your router for dependable cutting accuracy.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Festool hw S8 D18/30 groove cutter, you can route clean and precise grooves up to 30 mm deep in solid wood and panel materials. Thanks to the brazed carbide plunge tip, you can plunge directly into the material with ease and minimal wear, making it ideal for routing hardware recesses, rebates, and furniture joints. The optimized cutter geometry prevents tear-out for chip-free edges, while the rigid 8 mm shank provides steady, vibration-free operation and dependable control in your router.

Product information FAQ

€51.20

tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Diameter: 18 mm
Cutting length: 30 mm
Shank size (milling cutter): 8 mm
Router bit type: Straight cutter
With bearing: No

Product description

Groove cutter

If you wish to achieve perfect cutting results with ease when drilling, grooving, rebating and long-hole routing, you are best advised to use the HW groove cutter. The cutter cuts precisely, makes drilling easier and has a long service life.

Long router bit service life even for plunge cutting because of the soldered standard tungsten carbide blade
An optimal cutter geometry, a stable cutter shaft and the proper sharpness ensure flawless surfaces

Ideally suited for

Grooves in furniture manufacturing
Routing fittings
Rebating of solid wood and panel material
Working with templates

All Features

Diameter: 18 mm
Cutting length: 30 mm
Shank size (milling cutter): 8 mm
Router bit type: Straight cutter
With bearing: No
D: 18.00 mm
Nl: 30.00 mm
Gl: 65.00 mm
S: 8 mm

Brand FESTOOL
02031472
EAN 4014549000670
Supplier number FESTOOL 490969

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What is the shank size of this groove cutter?: This router bit has an 8 mm shank and fits routers equipped with an 8 mm collet.
What are the cutting dimensions of this bit?: The router bit has a cutting diameter of 18 mm and a cutting length of 30 mm.
Can this cutter be used for plunge routing?: Yes, the carbide tip design allows for direct plunging into the material and easy drilling.
Does this groove cutter come with a ball bearing?: No, it does not include a bearing and is designed for use with a parallel guide, guide rail, or copy ring.
Which materials can you rout with this bit?: The tungsten carbide edges are suitable for machining solid wood and various panel board materials.