Key Features
Clean Edge Profiles The Festool HW R2-OFK 500 Roundover Cutter mounts directly on the spindle for high run-out accuracy, which helps produce a smoother, cleaner roundover on finished edges. Two Carbide Cutting Edges The double-bladed design uses two carbide edges for longer cutter life and consistent cutting when you are rounding plastic edging or solid wood. Built for Edge Routers This roundover cutter is sized for the Festool OFK 500 and OFKC 500, so it is made for edge work rather than general-purpose routing.
Overview
The Festool HW R2-OFK 500 Roundover Cutter is a dedicated router bit for edge profiling with Festool edge routers. This is a roundover cutter designed for rounding plastic and solid wood edging. Model number 490092, this cutter is built for users who want a small, controlled profile with clean results on finished parts, trim edges, and solid wood components.
What matters here is how purpose-built this cutter is. Festool lists a 27 mm diameter, a 2 mm radius, and a 2-tooth cutting pattern. In practical terms, that gives you a light, refined roundover rather than a heavy profile, making it a good fit when you want to soften an edge without changing the look of the piece too much. The two cutting edges also help keep the cut consistent while extending service life compared to a single-edge design.
The design is specific to edge routing. Festool calls out the special hollow shaft cutter design, which fits directly on the spindle for high run-out accuracy. That matters because edge work shows everything. If the bit does not run true, the profile can look uneven and the finish quality drops fast. A direct-fit design helps keep the cut cleaner, especially on visible workpieces where the edge profile is part of the final look.
Another useful detail is the low installation height created by the flush ball bearing mount. Festool notes that this helps when routing in rebates or on stacked panels, where clearance can become a problem with bulkier cutter setups. The cutter profile also transitions into a 5 degree run-out on the blade to help protect the surface, which is the kind of detail that matters when you are working on finished stock or sensitive edge material.
This cutter is intended for specific machines, not as a universal router bit. It is sized for the Festool OFK 500 and OFKC 500 edge routers, so it makes the most sense for users already working in that platform. If your work regularly involves trimming and finishing edges on plastic laminate, applied edging, or solid wood parts, this cutter fits that job better than a general-purpose bit that tries to cover everything.
Who should buy it? Cabinet installers, finish carpenters, shop users, and serious DIYers who already own an OFK 500 or OFKC 500 and want a precise small-radius roundover cutter for edge finishing. If you need a dedicated Festool router bit for controlled edge easing and repeatable finish quality, this is the right kind of accessory. If you need a general-purpose cutter for many router platforms, this is not that product.
Built for Precise Edge Rounding
This cutter is made for one job: creating a small, clean roundover on the edge of plastic or solid wood. The direct spindle fit and edge-router-specific design help keep the profile controlled where finish quality matters most.
- 2 mm roundover radius for a subtle finished edge
- 27 mm cutter diameter with 2 cutting edges
- Low installation height helps when working on rebates or stacked panels
Key Specifications
| Tool Type | Roundover cutter |
|---|---|
| Cutter Diameter (mm) | 27 mm |
| Radius (mm) | 2 mm |
| Number of Teeth | 2 |
| Cutting Edge Material | Carbide |
| Application Material | Plastic edging and solid wood |
Compatibility
Compatible Routers Designed for Festool OFK 500 and Festool OFKC 500 edge routers. Best Material Match Intended for rounding plastic edging and solid wood edges.
Built For
Woodworking Cabinetry Finish Carpentry Edge Profiling Plastic Edging Solid Wood Finishing
Pro Tip
A 2 mm roundover is small enough that any wobble shows up fast on finished work. On edge material and visible trim, make a test pass on scrap first so you can confirm the profile and bearing setup before touching the final piece.
Tool Nut’s Take
Tool Nut’s Take
Festool HW R2-OFK 500 Roundover Cutter for Clean, Small Radius Edge Work
This is the kind of dedicated cutter that makes sense when edge quality actually matters and you already run a Festool edge router.
- Who it’s for: OFK 500 and OFKC 500 users doing cabinetry, finish work, and solid wood edge finishing.
- Why it stands out: Direct spindle fit for high run-out accuracy, a subtle 2 mm radius, and a low-height design that works better in tight edge-routing situations.
- Worth knowing: This is a specialized Festool router bit, not a universal option, and Festool notes it is supplied without the bearing ball.
Common Questions
- What does this cutter do? It rounds over the edge of plastic edging or solid wood to create a small finished radius.
- Which routers is it designed for? Festool lists this cutter for the OFK 500 and OFKC 500.
- What size roundover does it cut? The cutter has a 2 mm radius.
- How many cutting edges does it have? It uses a 2-tooth, double-cut design.
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