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Festool DF 500 RQ-Set vs Pike Signals EVO
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a domino jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery. The Pike Signals EVO is a battery-powered portable traffic light system.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool DF 500 RQ-Set | Pike Signals EVO | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.60 kg (without accessories) | under 210kg including batteries (RadioMaster) |
| Power consumption | 420 W | - |
| No-load speed | 25,500 rpm | - |
| Domino cutter diameters | 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 mm | - |
| Max routing depth | 28 mm | - |
| Power | - | deep-cycle VRLA batteries, 12V 105Ah |
| Controllers | - | T2 (2-phase), T5 (5-phase), PT5 (5-phase + 4 pedestrian crossings) |
| Battery life | - | up to 14 days (RadioMaster) or 7 days (MicroBox) |
Sources: Festool DF 500 RQ-Set, Pike Signals EVO. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DF 500 RQ-Set if...
The DOMINO DF 500 replaced traditional dowelling and biscuit jointing for many furniture makers and joiners, letting them cut precise mortises for loose tenons quickly. It has no direct equivalent from the other brands in this catalogue, which is part of its appeal to Festool users.
Full DF 500 RQ-Set specifications →Buy or hire the EVO if...
A battery-powered temporary traffic light system for controlling single-lane closures on roadworks and utility jobs. Highways and utility contractors hire it where mains power is not available at the site.
Full EVO specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set and the Pike Signals EVO?
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery; the Pike Signals EVO is a battery-powered portable traffic light system.
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