Festool 499811 Radius Router Bit for Edge Banding, 1mm Radius

Key Features

Clean 1 mm RadiusBuilt to round over 1 mm wood or plastic edge banding cleanly and consistently. That matters when you need finished edges that look uniform across cabinet parts and trim pieces. 4 Usable Cutting EdgesThe indexable cutters can be rotated to expose fresh edges instead of replacing the whole bit right away. That stretches service life and helps keep cut quality up. Festool Router FitThis radius router bit uses an 8 mm shank and is made for select Festool routers including the MFK 700 platform. If you do edge banding work regularly, this is the purpose-built cutter for it.

Overview

The Festool 499811 Radius Router Bit for Edge Banding, 1mm Radius is a specialty router bit made for rounding over thin edge banding with a clean, repeatable profile. This is a radius router bit designed for finishing 1 mm wood or plastic edge banding. Model Number: 499811. If you use a Festool edge router and want finished edges that do not need extra cleanup, this bit is built for that exact job.

What makes this bit different is how specific it is. The 1 mm radius, 28 mm diameter, and 3 mm cutting length are set up for light edge profiling work rather than general-purpose routing. In plain terms, it is meant to ease the sharp edge on thin banding without digging too deep into the panel face. That is the kind of detail that matters in cabinet work, built-ins, furniture parts, and trim pieces where a small mismatch shows immediately.

Festool also built this cutter for longer working life. It uses reversible, indexable cutters that can be rotated for four fresh cutting surfaces. That is a practical advantage on the bench because you can restore cutting performance without swapping out the whole bit every time an edge dulls. The cutters are also easy to replace via screw, and replacement cutters are available as spare part 500372.

The 8 mm shank gives it the correct fit for compatible Festool routers, and the carbide-tipped cutting design is there for durability when working through wood or plastic edge banding. With an overall length of 2-1/8 in., this is a compact bit aimed at controlled finish work, not aggressive stock removal. There is no bearing included, which fits the intended use on compatible Festool routing setups rather than freehand bearing-guided trim work.

Compatibility is a big part of the story here. Festool lists this bit for use with the OF 900, OF 1000, OF 1010, OF 1010 R, MFK 700, and MFKC 700. That makes it a strong fit for users already in the Festool router system who want a dedicated cutter for edge banding detail work instead of trying to make a general roundover bit do a precision job it was not really made for.

Who should buy it? Cabinet installers, shop guys doing panel processing, finish carpenters, and serious DIY users working with edge-banded sheet goods will get the most out of it. If your work includes laminate-style edge finishing, furniture edging, or repeatable trim-router passes where consistency matters more than brute cutting capacity, this bit earns its place fast.

Get a Consistent Edge Finish

This bit is tuned for one job: putting a small, finished radius on thin edge banding without overcutting the workpiece. If you build cabinets or finish panels regularly, that means less hand cleanup and a more uniform look from piece to piece.

• 1 mm radius designed for thin wood or plastic edge banding
• 3 mm cutting length helps keep the cut focused on the banding area

Use the Cutters Longer

The reversible cutter design is the real value here. Instead of tossing the bit when one edge dulls, you rotate the cutter and get back to work with a fresh cutting surface.

• Two indexable cutters with four usable edges total
• Cutter replacement is done with a screw for quick service

Festool 499811 Radius Router Bit for Edge Banding, 1mm Radius Fit and Control

Because this is a purpose-built Festool router bit with an 8 mm shank, it makes more sense for dedicated edge work than trying to adapt a general roundover bit. You get a setup aimed at precise finishing, not broad material removal.

• 8 mm shank for compatible Festool routers
• 28 mm cutter diameter and 2-1/8 in. overall length for controlled edge profiling

Key Specifications

Radius	1 mm (3/64 in.)
Cutting Length	3 mm (1/8 in.)
Diameter	28 mm (1-1/8 in.)
Overall Length	55 mm (2-1/8 in.)
Shank Diameter	8 mm
Number of Flutes	2
Bit Material	Carbide Tipped
Weight	0.2 lb
Bearing Included	No
Made In	Germany

Compatibility

Compatible Festool RoutersFits Festool OF 900, OF 1000, OF 1010, OF 1010 R, MFK 700, and MFKC 700. Shank InterfaceUses an 8 mm shank, so your router must accept 8 mm router bits. Replacement CuttersReplacement cutters are available as Festool spare part 500372.

Built For

Cabinetmaking Finish Carpentry Furniture Work Edge Banding Woodworking Plastic Edge Banding

Pro Tip

When the cut quality starts to drop, rotate the indexable cutters before you change your setup. On a dedicated edge-banding bit like this, a fresh edge usually gets you back to a clean finish fast without chasing the fence or router settings.

Warranty & Support

3 Years Limited warranty.

Tool Nut’s Take

Tool Nut’s Take

A Niche Bit That Earns Its Keep Fast

The Festool 499811 Radius Router Bit for Edge Banding, 1mm Radius is the kind of specialty cutter that makes a lot of sense if edge-banded work is part of your regular routine.

• Who it’s for: Cabinet shops, finish carpenters, furniture builders, and serious DIY users already running compatible Festool routers.
• Why it stands out: It is built specifically for 1 mm edge banding, and the reversible cutters give you more life before you need replacement parts.
• Worth knowing: This is not a general-purpose roundover bit. It is a precision edge-finishing tool, and that is exactly why it works so well for this job.

Common Questions

• What is this router bit made to do? It is made to produce a 1 mm radius on 1 mm wood or plastic edge banding.
• Which routers is it compatible with? Festool lists it for the OF 900, OF 1000, OF 1010, OF 1010 R, MFK 700, and MFKC 700.
• Can the cutters be reused? Yes. The indexable cutters can be rotated, giving you four usable cutting surfaces in total.
• Does it use a bearing? No. The listed specifications state that no bearing is included.