Festool Domino DF 500 Q Joiner
- Corded, 24300 rpm cutter speed
- 3.5 A motor
- 5 mm D5 cutter supplied
- Trim stop and cross stop included
- 13.2 pounds, aluminum and stainless steel
- Systainer case with support bracket and Plug-It cord
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A corded Domino joiner supplied with a cutter, two stops and a Systainer case, aimed at woodworkers who join panels and frames. The listing gives no cutting depth or width range, so check those before ordering tenons.
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ASIN: B0GRCN8775Category: Woodworking Routers
Overview
Not a router for edge profiles, this Festool Domino joiner uses a fixed base and a fast cutter to make joinery cuts in timber. Aluminum and stainless steel parts form the body, and the kit includes a trim stop, cross stop and support bracket.
A fixed base with stops helps repeat the same cut position from piece to piece, and the Systainer case holds the parts together for the shop or a job. The listing is short on depth settings, fence angles and dust extraction, and says nothing about tenon sizes.
Who it's for
Cabinet shops, joiners and serious hobbyists who assemble frames and carcasses will use the stops and fixed base. Casual woodworkers who need a few joints may find simpler methods enough.
Pros and cons
- Fixed base for repeatable cuts
- Trim and cross stops included
- Support bracket in the kit
- Systainer case for storage
- Cutting depth and width not listed
- Category label says router
Performance notes
A fast rotating cutter removes material in a controlled slot, and a fixed base places each cut at the same height and position from the reference face. The stops index the position along the edge, which is how joints line up across a whole carcass. A tool of this weight stays steady during the cut, and good clamping of the workpiece does the rest.
Specifications
| Brand | Festool |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 13.2 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 24300 rpmhigher than 54% of 70 woodworking routers |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Amperage | 3.5 A |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum, stainless steel |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Domino joiner DF 500, D5 (5 mm) cutter, trim stop, cross stop, support bracket, wrench, Plug-It cord, SYS3 M 187 Systainer |
| Other details | |
| Base Type | Fixed |
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Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Festool Domino DF 500 Q?
The joiner, a D5 5 mm cutter, a trim stop, a cross stop, a support bracket, a wrench, a Plug-It cord and a SYS3 M 187 Systainer case.
Is the Festool Domino a woodworking router?
No. The category label says router, but the title and kit list describe a Domino joiner with a fixed base.
Does the Festool Domino DF 500 Q include Domino tenons?
The listing does not mention tenons, so assume they are a separate purchase.
Is it cordless?
No. The power source is corded electric.