Festool DF500 Connector
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ear3
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Not sure -- in the meantime, there's an aftermarket version for the DF500 called Dominofix:http://www.dominofix.com/ I ordered a bunch when they came out, but still haven't gotten around to using them. They are certainly not as robust as the XL connectors, and seem closer to a Lamello Zeta P connector in terms of strength.
bertv
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I have done that: domino and cam screw. Pretty solid, but I would avoid heavy loads.
ear3
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Or pocket screws. Are you looking specifically to make a KD/RTA piece?
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Dominofix said:
Do you have any retailers in the US?
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Brice Burrell said:
Unfortunately not at the moment. But we do ship worldwide and shipping is free on orders from 100€
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A German Festool Rep told me in person that they are working on a Domino connector and that they are well aware of the demand. They are not far off in presenting one. No time frame disclosed.
He also said it was difficult making a system based on anything smaller than the 8mm Domino and they had been looking at options for the fastening system, i.e. extra hole for a tightening hex key or "other".
He also said it was difficult making a system based on anything smaller than the 8mm Domino and they had been looking at options for the fastening system, i.e. extra hole for a tightening hex key or "other".
Dominofix said:Henrik R / Pingvinlakrits said:A German Festool Rep told me in person that they are working on a Domino connector and that they are well aware of the demand. They are not far off in presenting one. No time frame disclosed.
He also said it was difficult making a system based on anything smaller than the 8mm Domino and they had been looking at options for the fastening system, i.e. extra hole for a tightening hex key or "other".
I doubt that to be honest... if a Festool rep has told you that then he would be fired instantly for sharing sensitive information.
Festool has tried it a few years ago but it’s difficult to have one according their standards and prIce classes so they made the XL connectors.
That makes two you will have to doubt as my local Festool (UK) representative told me much the same when I asked why there were no connectors for the DF500.
Of course he could have been talking out of his rear, but the demonstrator at the open day said exactly the same whilst he showed me how the connectors worked with the DF700.
I am delighted to report that both are still employed by Festool and I bought the DF700 and the connectors after the demo. I hope they do bring out similar connectors for the DF500 as the design and quality ticks all the boxes for me.
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I have used the current Festool connectors in a big project and really liked what they can do.
I think it would be very difficult to achieve the same level of results in a much smaller form factor.
I think it would be very difficult to achieve the same level of results in a much smaller form factor.
Moderator note: Festool has always been quiet about products in development. At this point in time Dominofix is posting here about what Festool is or isn't doing. If Festool does come out with a DF500 connector then Dominofix will be a direct competitor and will not be allowed to post about and market their products here.
I am posting this for clarity - not to criticize their products nor to prevent anyone from purchasing them.
Peter
I am posting this for clarity - not to criticize their products nor to prevent anyone from purchasing them.
Peter
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I used the Festool corner connectors in building a bed frame. There was a connector and a 14mm X 100mm tenon at each corner. I had to beat the corners together with a dead blow hammer to seat the 14mm tenon. The connector did pull the joint together the last mm or so. In retrospect, I could have used two Festool connectors at each corner and done away with having to beat the pieces together. I also could have used two 14 X 100mm tenons glued at one end and pinned at the other end. The pounding would have been doubly difficult however.
Banging away with a dead blow hammer on a piece of furniture you are delivering makes clients edgy. Fortunately, the wood was oak so it didn’t dent and the finish was MinWax rub-on poly so it held up. For the above reason, my next project using Festool connectors will use only connectors and no tenons.
Banging away with a dead blow hammer on a piece of furniture you are delivering makes clients edgy. Fortunately, the wood was oak so it didn’t dent and the finish was MinWax rub-on poly so it held up. For the above reason, my next project using Festool connectors will use only connectors and no tenons.
Cheese
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FWIW...I'd think that if Festool was going to release a knock-down style connector for the DF 500, they'd have already released a 12mm version for the DF 700 as opposed to just the 14mm version they currently have.
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Svar said:
I agree...there's a reason why Festool publishes these particular photos for recommended application of their metal connectors.
The metal connectors cost 6 times more than the wooden Dominos, so it's financially advantageous for Festool to recommend that the metal connectors be used for every knock down joint, yet they don't do that.
Just pick up a roll of emery cloth and then it's easy to sand the Dominos to size once they're installed. It comes in widths from 3/4" to 2" and in grits from 50 to 500. It's used a ton in lathe work.
