Question 1

not sure which one to buy the 500 or 700 which one i would use more?

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I bought the 700 thinking it would be perfect because I figure I would just use the smallest bit for any small projects. I quickly learned that I needed to go even smaller so I ended up spending a decent amount on a kit that allows you to use the 700 with the small 500 bits. However, I got tired of constantly switching it back and forth and ended up getting the 500 so now I own both. If I had to do it all over again I would just buy the 500. I think I had the right thought orginally but had it backwards. I can get away with the largest size bit on the 500 better than the smallest size bit on the 700. Here is the thing, if you are building things like decks or other actual construction related items then go with the 700. If you are building furniture and boxes etc then go with the 500. You can easily get away with building even large furniture like beds using the 500. You can always add more of the smaller tennons to a joint if you want more strength.

Question 2

What is the smallest domino this can use

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With the Seneca Woodworking Small Mortise Kit for Festool Domino XL DF700, I have used the 4mm bit and dominos.  You will need to make your own spacer because the pins on the 700 are 5mm.  That means all the spacers on the Domino XL700 that make it great will only work with 5mm bits and up but by making your own spacer using the 4mm is just as easy.

Question 3

I am building a fence and I would like to mortise the 4x4 posts to put rails between them.  Will this tool do that consistently?

Accepted Answer

The domino 700 will cut accurate repeatable mortises all day long. I'm impressed with the inherent accuracy of the machine. I would suggest using the Sipo tennon stock for outdoor projects, as the materials are rot resistant. Good luck...it's an awesome machine

Question 4

What cutter comes with the domino xl?

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The 574447 XL DF 700 Domino Joiner Set includes 1 12mm Domino Cutter (Festool Part 497870).

ASIN	B007RB7JA4
Amperage	13 A
Base Type	Fixed
Battery Description	Corded electric
Best Sellers Rank	#303,446 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #14 in Biscuit & Plate Joiners
Brand Name	Festool
Color	Blue Heavy-duty Plastic
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (172)
Global Trade Identification Number	04014549188217
Included Components	Domino XL 700, D12 cutter, Plug-it Power Cord, Support Bracket, Wrench, T Loc Systainer Sys 5, Trim Stop and Cross Stop
Item Weight	23 pounds
Manufacturer	Tooltechnic Systems LLC
Manufacturer Part Number	574447
Manufacturer Warranty Description	3-Year Warranty
Model Number	574447
Power Source	Corded Electric

574447 XL DF 700 Domino Joiner Set

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