Felder | FD 21 professional Dowel Boring Machine
Precision Dowel Boring for Professional Woodworking
The Felder FD 21 Professional Dowel Hole Drilling Machine, with a 3x 400 V power supply, ensures maximum precision for dowel and line boring on wood, panel, and plastic materials. Featuring 21 high-quality drilling spindles at 32 mm intervals, a tiltable drilling unit, and a solid cast iron table, it delivers exact holes for dowels and hinges in a compact, professional-grade design.
Key Features
Highlights
- 21-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) in one process.
- Solid Side Fences: Left and right fences with 420 mm profile and optional digital displays for 0.1 mm precision adjustments.
- Linear Fences: Two 1500 mm fences with two stops each, adjustable up to 11 3/4" (300 mm) depth with scale.
- Felder Locking System: Front-mounted, variably adjustable stops for quick, accurate positioning (non-retrofittable).
- Symmetrical Adjustment Gauge: Simplifies precise, symmetrical fence settings.
- Dust Extraction: 80 mm outlet with 434 m³/h volume flow and 470 Pa vacuum for efficient chip removal.
- Optional Accessories: Includes holders for side fences, fence extensions, and two 21-tool holders for organized equipment storage.
- Ergonomic Design: User-friendly controls and welded chassis for durability and precision.
- Optional Two-Step Motor: 1.2/1.5 kW for adjustable drilling speeds.
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The Felder FD 21 is a professional dowel boring machine designed for accurate and repeatable drilling of dowel holes in wood components. It is built for cabinet shops and woodworking operations that require precise joinery without the complexity of CNC machining. The FD 21 is designed for drilling solid wood, plywood, MDF, particleboard, melamine panels, laminated panels, and veneered sheet goods commonly used in cabinet and furniture manufacturing. The FD 21 is best suited for small to mid-size cabinet shops, furniture makers, and professional woodworking operations that need reliable dowel joinery with straightforward setup and operation. The FD 21 is used primarily for dowel-based joinery, including cabinet carcass construction, shelving systems, and furniture components that require accurate alignment and strong mechanical connections. The FD 21 is engineered for consistent accuracy and repeatability through a rigid machine frame, precision boring unit, and adjustable positioning system, supporting tight-fitting dowel joints. Both the FD 21 and FD 29 are professional dowel boring machines. The FD 21 is designed as a more streamlined, entry-level professional solution focused on efficient manual operation, while the FD 29 offers expanded adjustment options and is better suited for higher-volume production and more complex dowel patterns. A dedicated dowel boring machine improves workflow by increasing drilling accuracy, reducing setup time, and ensuring consistent dowel placement compared to handheld drills or multi-purpose machines, resulting in faster assembly and improved joint quality. Yes. The FD 21 is commonly used alongside CNC routers, panel saws, and edgebanders, serving as a dedicated joinery station for dowel-based cabinet and furniture assembly. The Felder FD 21 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 21 is ideal for cabinetmakers, furniture shops, and professional woodworking operations that rely on dowel joinery and need an accurate, efficient, and easy-to-use boring solution.Felder | FD 21 Professional Dowel Boring Machine FAQ
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