Router bits
Precision for every cut. Whether you're flush trimming, cutting grooves, shaping curves, or working with special profiles, we have the perfect router bit for your job. Designed with the sharpest cutting edges, our bits deliver clean, precise results. And when one edge of the indexable insert bit dulls, just rotate it for extended use. Keep your tools protected and organized in the handy Systainer³, so everything stays within reach and ready to go.
Discover our range of router bits.
Router bits for all applications
Whether flush, curved or with special profiles. In wood, mineral materials or plasterboard. No matter what you need, we have the perfect router bit for your application.
Find the right tool without spending hours searching.
All router bits are perfectly stored away, protected and in easy reach. Whether in the router bit box or in the handy Systainer³ with slots for routing tools.
Sharp cutting edge – perfect results!
Our routers have the sharpest cutting edges. And even once the first cutting edge goes blunt, our indexable insert router bits aren't done yet. Simple turn them around, then continue working. For best results at all times.
Applications for your router
Application examples
Implement practical ideas with step-by-step instructions
Routing
Routing a recessed handle
This Festool illustrated guide provides step-by-step instructions and information about what to look out for when routing a round recessed handle in a wooden front panel. It provides a detailed description of how to prepare by creating a template and adjusting the router and how to proceed. Routing a recessed handle is a particularly suitable solution for sliding doors, as the result is flush with the front of the door.
Routing
Routing and folding plasterboard
Plasterboard panels are ideal for use when lining roof interiors or non-load-bearing internal walls – and are also known by the name Rigips. The information below explains how to rout Rigips and how to then fold and bond the plasterboard panels with glue. This guide contains lots of useful information, with everything from precise cutting instructions to helpful routing tips.
Routing
Routing a handle for wooden boxes
This illustrated example shows how to use a router and a template to rout a handle into boxes or drawers. It explains the process simply and clearly using a transport box as an example. It focuses on how to prepare the cutter correctly, in particular, as this is extremely important to ensure that work is carried out correctly.
Routing
Routing pictures into wood freehand using the router
Rout lines, pictures and letters using the router – with the right tool and a steady hand, it's as easy as can be. Using a simple pattern, this illustrated guide explains how you can rout letters and engrave pictures into wood and demonstrates how versatile a router can be. In just a few movements, you can create stylish decorative elements or embellish existing items of furniture with the perfect router and routing depth.