Which machines are compatible with this dowel drill bit?

With its 8 mm shank, it fits routers equipped with an 8 mm collet, such as the Festool OF 900, OF 1000, OF 1010, and OF 1400.

What are the dimensions of this bit?

It has a cutting diameter of 3 mm, a cutting depth of 16 mm, and an overall length of 55 mm.

What is the Festool HW D3/16 designed for?

It is designed for drilling accurate dowel holes and hole series in wood and board materials at high routing speeds.

Can this bit be used with the LR 32 hole drilling system?

Yes, combined with a compatible router and the LR 32 system, it creates clean, precise, and repeatable hole series.

FESTOOL HW D3/16 dowel drill bit hw shank 8 mm - 491065

Name: FESTOOL HW D3/16 dowel drill bit hw shank 8 mm - 491065
Brand: FESTOOL
SKU: 02332374
Price: 44.8 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: FESTOOL 491065 | EAN 4014549001677

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Precise dowel and hole series routing

Practical benefits

Reliable Festool cutting power: With this carbide drill bit, you easily rout clean and precise 3 mm holes in wood.
High routing speeds: The specialized geometry ensures optimal performance and smooth operation when you use it at high speeds.
Consistent hole series: In combination with a hole drilling system, you create accurate and uniform hole sequences quickly without a brad point.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Festool hw D3/16 dowel drill bit, you rout clean and exact 3 mm holes in solid wood and panel materials without tear-out. Its carbide tipping resists bit deflection and wear, ensuring long-lasting precision in dense woods. Engineered for smooth stability at high router speeds, this bit delivers consistent performance during demanding joinery tasks. Featuring an 8 mm shank, a 16 mm cutting length, and an overall length of 55 mm, it pairs with routers such as the Festool of 900, of 1000, of 1010, and of 1400. Combined with the lr 32 hole drilling system, you can produce accurate, repeatable series of holes effortlessly.

Product information FAQ

€44.80

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Key features according to our expert

Diameter: 3 mm
Drill bit type: Dowel drill bit
Overall length: 55 mm
Shank size: 3 mm
Shank type: Cylindrical
Material (drill bit): Carbide tip
Number of cutting edges: 2 ea
Cutting length: 16 mm

Product description

Dowel drill

A special cutter for dowel drillings in conjunction with a router. Thanks to its geometry, it is perfectly suited to high speeds.

In conjunction with the hole drilling system, a series of drill holes is quickly and easily created

Ideally suited for

Dowel and hole series drill with an 8 mm shaft, optimised for high cutting speeds when routing

All Features

Diameter: 3 mm
Drill bit type: Dowel drill bit
Overall length: 55 mm
Shank size: 3 mm
Shank type: Cylindrical
Material (drill bit): Carbide tip
Number of cutting edges: 2 ea
Cutting length: 16 mm
D: 3.00 mm
Gl: 55.00 mm
Nl: 16.00 mm
S: 8 mm

Brand FESTOOL
02332374
EAN 4014549001677
Supplier number FESTOOL 491065

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

Which machines are compatible with this dowel drill bit?: With its 8 mm shank, it fits routers equipped with an 8 mm collet, such as the Festool OF 900, OF 1000, OF 1010, and OF 1400.
What are the dimensions of this bit?: It has a cutting diameter of 3 mm, a cutting depth of 16 mm, and an overall length of 55 mm.
What is the Festool HW D3/16 designed for?: It is designed for drilling accurate dowel holes and hole series in wood and board materials at high routing speeds.
Can this bit be used with the LR 32 hole drilling system?: Yes, combined with a compatible router and the LR 32 system, it creates clean, precise, and repeatable hole series.