Felder | FD 29 professional Dowel Boring Machine
Precision Multi Boring for Professional Woodworking
The Felder FD 29 Professional Dowel Boring Machine delivers maximum precision for dowel and line boring on wood and panel materials. Featuring 29 high-quality drilling spindles at 32 mm intervals, a tiltable drilling unit, and a solid cast iron table, it ensures exact holes for dowels and hinges in a robust, professional-grade design.
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Highlights
- 29-Spindle Drilling Unit: High-quality spindles with 32 mm spacing and quick-change chucks support drill bits up to 35 mm for precise dowel and hinge boring.
- Tiltable Drilling Unit: Pneumatically adjustable from 0°–90° for versatile drilling angles, with 8 mm depth compensation for corner connectors.
- Pneumatic Workpiece Holders: Two pressure cylinders ensure maximum clamping force for secure workpiece stability.
Details
- Combination Drilling Segments: Optional segments for accurate hinge holes (Blum, Hettich, Grass, Salice, Lamello Cabineo) in one process.
- Digital Side Fences: Left and right fences with 420 mm profile and digital displays for 0.1 mm precision adjustments.
- Linear Fences: Two 1500 mm aluminum crosscut fence extensions (left and right) with four stops, adjustable up to 11 3/4" (300 mm) depth with scale.
- 90° and 45° Mitre Fence: Optional fence for precise angled drilling, enhancing comfort and accuracy.
- Dust Extraction: 80 mm outlet for efficient chip removal.
- Tool Holders: Optional bracket with two 21-tool holders for organized equipment storage.
- Ergonomic Design: Welded chassis and user-friendly controls for durability and ease of use.
- Quick-Change System: Five tool-receiving sockets with bayonet lock for fast tool swaps.
- Optional Pneumatic Clamp: Additional clamp for enhanced workpiece stability.
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The Felder FD 29 is a professional dowel boring machine designed for precise drilling of dowel holes in solid wood and panel-based components. It is commonly used in cabinetmaking, furniture manufacturing, and woodworking shops that require accurate, repeatable joinery. The FD 29 is designed for drilling solid wood, plywood, MDF, particleboard, melamine panels, laminated panels, and veneered sheet goods commonly used in furniture and cabinet construction. The FD 29 is primarily used for dowel-based joinery, including cabinet carcass construction, furniture frames, shelving systems, and panel-to-panel connections where precise alignment and strength are required. The Felder FD 29 is well suited for professional cabinet shops, furniture manufacturers, and small to mid-size production environments that require consistent dowel hole accuracy without full CNC automation. The FD 29 is engineered for high accuracy and repeatability through a rigid machine structure, precision boring unit, and adjustable positioning systems. This ensures consistent dowel alignment for tight-fitting assemblies. A dedicated dowel boring machine improves workflow by reducing setup time, increasing drilling accuracy, and ensuring consistent spacing and depth compared to handheld drills or multi-purpose machines. This leads to faster assembly and improved joint quality. Yes. The FD 29 is commonly integrated into shop workflows alongside CNC routers, panel saws, and edgebanders, serving as a dedicated joinery station for dowel-based assembly. The FD 29 allows operators to adjust boring positions and depths to accommodate different dowel layouts and component sizes, supporting a wide range of furniture and cabinet design requirements. The Felder FD 29 is manufactured in Austria. Felder Group machinery is known for Austrian-built equipment that emphasizes precision engineering, build quality, and long-term reliability. The FD 29 is ideal for professional woodworking shops, cabinetmakers, and furniture manufacturers that rely on dowel joinery and need accurate, repeatable hole drilling to improve assembly quality and efficiency.Felder | FD 29 Professional Dowel Boring Machine FAQ
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