Key Features
Clean 45 Degree ChamfersThe Festool HW 45°-OFK 500 Chamfer Cutter is built to cut a consistent 45 degree edge profile. That matters when you want a clean finished look on edging, panels, and frames without extra sanding and cleanup.Carbide Edge LifeCarbide blades hold up longer in regular routing work, so you spend less time swapping cutters and more time moving through parts. That is a real advantage when you are running repeated edge work.Fast Cutter ChangesFestool calls out easy cutter replacement and quick depth adjustment, which helps when you need to dial in the chamfer and get back to the workpiece without wasting setup time.
Overview
The Festool HW 45°-OFK 500 Chamfer Cutter is a router bit accessory made for edge chamfering with compatible Festool edge routers. This is a chamfer cutter designed for cutting 45 degree chamfers on plastic edging, solid wood edging, solid wood panels, and frames. Model Number 490090. If your job is breaking sharp edges and leaving a clean, uniform bevel, this cutter is the right profile for it.
What makes this bit useful is not just the profile, but how directly it is aimed at common edge-finishing work. Festool lists it for chamfer milling plastic or solid wood edging, plus chamfering solid wood panels and frames. In practical terms, that means it is a good fit when you are finishing visible edges on casework parts, panel work, trim components, or frame stock where consistency matters more than improvising with a general-purpose bit.
The cutter uses carbide blades for long service life. That matters because edge work often means repeated passes across similar material, and a durable cutting edge helps keep the profile consistent over time. Festool also notes easy cutter replacement with a screw and quick depth adjustment. On the bench or on site, that means less downtime when you need to reset the cut or swap the cutter during ongoing work.
The 27.00 mm diameter and 45.00 degree cutting angle define exactly what this accessory is built to do. It is not a multipurpose shaping bit. It is a dedicated chamfer cutter for users who want a predictable bevel profile and want to keep their edge router setup straightforward. Festool also specifies that this version is supplied without a bearing ball, which is important if you are matching it to the intended machine setup rather than expecting a bearing-guided trim bit.
Compatibility is clear: this cutter is sized for the Festool OFK 500 and Festool OFKC 500. That makes it a platform-specific accessory rather than a universal router bit claim. If you already run one of those machines, the fit and intended use are straightforward. If you do not, this is not the bit to buy based on profile alone.
Who should buy it? Woodworkers, finish carpenters, cabinet installers, and shop users doing repeat edge finishing on wood or plastic edging will get the most value here. If you need a dedicated Festool chamfer cutter for fast, repeatable edge breaks on compatible OFK 500 or OFKC 500 routers, this bit makes sense. If you need a broader range of profiles or a universal fit, you should look elsewhere.
Consistent Edge Breaks on Finished Parts
This Festool chamfer cutter is made for one job: putting a clean bevel on the edge of the workpiece quickly and consistently. When you are finishing exposed edges, a dedicated cutter like this is faster to set and easier to repeat than trying to make a general profile bit do the same work.
- 27.00 mm cutter diameter for edge chamfering work
- 45.00 degree angle for a standard, clean bevel profile
- Built for chamfering plastic edging, solid wood edging, panels, and frames
Key Specifications
| Cutter Diameter | 27.00 mm |
|---|---|
| Cutting Angle | 45.00 ° |
| Material | Carbide blades |
| Bearing | Without bearing ball |
| Compatible Routers | Festool OFK 500, OFKC 500 |
| Attachment | Easy installation with a screw |
Compatibility
Router PlatformDesigned for Festool OFK 500 and Festool OFKC 500 edge routers.Profile TypeDedicated 45 degree chamfer cutter for edge chamfering applications rather than a general profile bit.
Built For
Woodworking Carpentry Cabinet Work Frame Chamfering Panel Edge Finishing Plastic Edging Solid Wood Edging
Pro Tip
If you are matching visible edges across multiple parts, lock in your depth setting on scrap first and run all pieces in one setup. With a dedicated 45 degree chamfer cutter like this, consistency comes from not chasing the setting part by part.
Tool Nut’s Take
Tool Nut’s Take
Festool HW 45°-OFK 500 Chamfer Cutter for Clean, Repeatable Edge Work
This is a purpose-built cutter for guys who want the right chamfer profile without messing around with a do-everything bit.
- Who it’s for: Woodworkers, finish carpenters, and cabinet guys using an OFK 500 or OFKC 500 for repeat edge finishing.
- Why it stands out: The dedicated 45 degree profile, carbide cutting edge, and straightforward setup make it a practical choice for clean bevels on edging, panels, and frames.
- Worth knowing: This is a machine-specific accessory and Festool lists it without a bearing ball, so make sure your router and intended setup match before you order.
Common Questions
- What is this cutter used for? It is used for chamfer milling plastic edging, solid wood edging, solid wood panels, and frames.
- What angle does it cut? This chamfer cutter has a 45.00 degree cutting angle.
- What Festool routers does it fit? Festool lists it for the OFK 500 and OFKC 500.
- Does it include a bearing ball? No. Festool specifies that this cutter is supplied without a bearing ball.
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