The 'DOMINO' DF500 RQ is the second generation and offers the same unique jointing system but with additional features for greater usability. Using rounded loose tenons to join timber as well as Festool connectors which give very strong, accurate and precise joints.
Featuring a robust double pillar guide and more intuitive scale on the righthand side, the base has improved markings on the guide frame for better visibility. There are four selectable stop pins that can be snapped in place and folded away when not needed. The lock level on the 0° to 90° fence adjustment is now a quick release lock level.
Combining exceptional versatility with simple handling for maximum precision, the DOMINO has a patented routing principle with a wide range of adjustment options to make it extremely easy to use. The machine's fence can be adjusted to cut slots centrally in 5 pre-set timber thicknesses (12mm, 15mm, 20mm, 25mm, 28mm) and manually adjusted for other thicknesses. Thin workpieces from 12 mm up can be easily joined with the smallest 4 x 20 mm DOMINO dowels – perfect for drawer sides. The dowels can be placed centrally, offset, in pairs or groups. There are retractable stops for accurate positioning from the edge of the work piece. The jointer fence can be adjusted to 5 pre-set angles and is also infinitely variable between 0 and 90°. There are 6 different sizes of DOMINO available (4x20mm to 10x50mm).
Various accessories increase the versatility of the DOMINO: Support bracket which is a simple right angle bracket that attaches to the base of the Domino with two thumb screws, this can be used to add surface area to the face of the Domino to increase stability during use. Trim stop to help align narrow wooden strips between 22 and 70mm centrally, plus it can also be used for mitre cuts (0° to 90°). Cross stop, which is used for repeat hole spacing between 100 and 205mm without the need for marking the work. Handrail fence and DF-stop for reducing dowel centre from 37 to 20mm. This can be used to add surface area to the face of the Domino to increase stability during use. As well as the wooden Dominos there are also furniture connectors for different jointing options.
Supplied as a DOMINO Q-Plus version complete with: The D5 cutter (for the 5 x 30mm) support bracket, Festool Plug-it Cable 4m and Festool Systainer SYS3 M 187.