Product Description
CMT Router Bit for Domino Joining - 6mm Right-Hand (RH) is a precision-engineered spiral router bit built specifically for use with the Festool DF500 Domino joinery machine. Designed to rout clean, accurate mortise slots in solid wood and wood composites, this bit brings professional-grade performance to furniture assembly, cabinet joinery, and loose tenon woodworking. The 6mm cutting diameter and M6x0.75mm threaded shank are sized exactly for the Festool DF500 system, making this a direct-fit replacement or upgrade bit for demanding joinery work.
Key Features
- Extra-fine micrograin carbide spiral portion - delivers sharp, long-lasting cutting edges that maintain precision slot dimensions through repeated use in solid hardwood and wood composites.
- Black P.T.F.E. coating on the spiral portion - resists pitch, resin, and glue buildup on the cutting geometry, reducing friction and extending service life between cleanings.
- Premium quality super-strength steel body - provides a rigid, vibration-resistant foundation that keeps the bit running true at high cycle rates in the Festool DF500.
- 2 cutting edges (Z2) with 2 spiral flutes - the dual-flute, dual-edge configuration promotes efficient chip evacuation from the slot, reducing heat buildup and producing cleaner mortise walls.
- Right-hand (RH) rotation - matched precisely to the spindle direction of the Festool DF500, ensuring correct cutting geometry and safe operation without modification.
- M6x0.75mm threaded shank - threads directly into the Festool DF500 tool chuck, providing a secure, play-free connection for repeatable slot depth and positioning accuracy.
- 28mm cutting height and 49mm total length - slot depth capacity suited to standard Domino loose tenon joinery applications in furniture and cabinet construction.
Why This Product
- Engineered specifically for the Festool DF500 Domino machine with a matching M6x0.75mm threaded shank and right-hand rotation - no adapters or workarounds required for a precise, tool-ready fit.
- The P.T.F.E.-coated, micrograin carbide spiral cuts cleaner slots in solid wood, chipboard, MDF, and plywood compared to uncoated tooling, keeping mortise walls smooth and tight-fitting for strong tenon joints.
- A 2-flute spiral geometry actively clears chips from the slot as the bit oscillates, which is critical in the Domino machine's plunge-and-swing cutting action where chip clearance directly affects joint quality.
- At 6mm diameter, this bit is sized for standard 6mm Domino loose tenons - the most commonly used tenon size across furniture joinery, cabinet assembly, and solid wood panel work.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 380.060.11
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Diameter: 6mm
- Cutting Height: 28mm
- Total Length: 49mm
- Shank: M6x0.75mm
- Number of Teeth: 2
- Number of Flutes: 2
- Rotation: Right-hand (RH)
- Material: HW (Hardmetal / Tungsten Carbide)
- For Machine: Festool DF500
- Product Type: Router Bit for Domino Joining
Approved Applications
- Routing mortise slots in solid hardwood and softwood for Domino loose tenon joinery
- Slot cutting in wood composites including chipboard, MDF, and plywood
- Furniture joinery and panel assembly
- Cabinet carcass and face frame assembly using loose tenon joints
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this bit compatible with the Festool DF700 Domino machine?
According to the product data, this bit is specified and approved for use with the Festool DF500 only. Compatibility with the DF700 is not confirmed in the source data, so it is recommended to verify the correct shank specification for the DF700 before attempting use.
What does the P.T.F.E. coating on the spiral portion do?
The black P.T.F.E. coating applied to the spiral portion of the bit helps prevent pitch, resin, and glue from adhering to the cutting geometry during use. This reduces friction, keeps the bit running cooler, and makes cleanup easier - which helps maintain slot quality and extends the working life of the bit.
What type of carbide is used in this router bit?
The spiral portion is made from extra-fine micrograin carbide, which provides a sharper cutting edge and greater wear resistance compared to standard carbide grades. This construction is suited to high-cycle joinery work in both solid wood and wood composite materials.
How does the 2-flute spiral design benefit Domino joinery slot cutting?
The 2-flute spiral configuration provides 2 cutting edges and 2 chip evacuation channels. In the Festool DF500's plunge-and-oscillate cutting motion, efficient chip clearance from the slot is essential for producing clean mortise walls. The spiral geometry actively moves chips out of the cut zone, reducing heat and improving slot surface quality for tighter-fitting Domino tenon joints.
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