Festool Wood Universal Saw Blade HW 260x2.5x30 W60 for KS 120 & KS 88

Name: Festool Wood Universal Saw Blade HW 260x2.5x30 W60 for KS 120 & KS 88
Brand: FESTOOL
SKU: FES494604
Price: 4514.33 ZAR
Availability: InStock

Festool Wood Universal Saw Blade HW 260x2.5x30 W60 for KS 120 & KS 88

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Brand: FESTOOL
Model: FES494604
Weight: 0.91kg
Dim: 325.00mm x 300.00mm x 10.00mm
UPC: 4014549085479

Price:

R 4,514.33

Ex VAT: R 3,925.50

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Festool HW 260x2.5x30 W60 Wood Universal Saw Blade

At a Glance: 260mm universal-purpose carbide-tipped saw blade with 60 alternating teeth for accurate rip cuts and cross cuts in wood, wood composites and selected soft plastics.

The Festool HW 260x2.5x30 W60 Wood Universal Saw Blade is a versatile, professional-quality cutting blade developed for the Festool KAPEX KS 120 and KS 88 sliding compound mitre saws. Designed as an all-round blade for everyday workshop and installation work, it delivers an excellent balance between cutting speed, surface quality and dependable accuracy across a broad range of materials.

Its 60 high-quality carbide-tipped alternating teeth produce clean, controlled cuts in solid timber, laminated and multiplex wood, MDF, HDF, building panels, gypsum fibreboard and suitable soft plastics. The medium tooth pitch makes the blade equally capable of handling cross cuts and rip cuts, making it an outstanding choice when one blade must perform a wide variety of cutting tasks.

The tooth geometry, negative chip angle and blade dimensions are precisely matched to compatible Festool KAPEX saws. This carefully engineered combination helps provide smooth machine operation, controlled material engagement and consistently precise cutting results.

A dependable all-round blade for professional wood cutting

The Festool WOOD UNIVERSAL range is identified by its yellow colour coding and is designed for users who regularly move between solid timber, composite boards, construction panels and other commonly used workshop materials. It is the practical blade to keep fitted when productivity, versatility and reliable cut quality are equally important.

Product Highlights

Universal cutting performance: Suitable for a broad selection of solid wood, wood composites, building panels and compatible soft plastics.
Clean and accurate results: The 60-tooth configuration provides a refined medium cut with reduced breakout on correctly supported material.
Rip and cross-cut capability: Alternating teeth and a medium chip angle allow the blade to perform effectively both across and along the grain.
High-quality carbide teeth: Durable cutting edges provide dependable cutting progress and a long working life when used correctly.
Machine-matched design: The blade geometry is specifically adapted for Festool KS 120 and KS 88 KAPEX sliding compound mitre saws.
Festool colour coding: Yellow identification makes it easy to recognise the blade as part of Festool's wood-cutting range.

Extra Information

This blade is designed for use with the Festool KAPEX KS 120 and KS 88 sliding compound mitre saws.
The blade offers a medium cut quality, making it ideal for general-purpose woodworking where both speed and a clean finish are required.
The designation W60 refers to the alternating-tooth configuration and the blade's 60-tooth count.
The yellow Festool colour coding identifies the blade as suitable for wood and wood-based materials.
Always confirm that the blade diameter, arbor size, cutting width and rotational rating are suitable for the machine before installation.
Material condition, blade sharpness, saw adjustment, feed speed and workpiece support will all affect the final cut quality.

Pro Tips

Allow the saw to reach full operating speed before bringing the blade into contact with the workpiece.
Use a smooth, controlled cutting motion rather than forcing the saw through the material.
Support long or wide workpieces on both sides of the cutting area to prevent movement, binding and breakout.
Place the visible finished face of the workpiece according to the saw's cutting direction to help minimise visible splintering.
For the cleanest possible results, keep the blade clean and remove accumulated resin or pitch with a suitable blade-cleaning product.
Replace or professionally sharpen the blade when increased cutting pressure, burning, vibration or reduced cut quality becomes noticeable.
Use effective dust extraction to improve visibility, reduce airborne dust and help keep the cutting area clean.

How to Use

Disconnect the saw from the electrical supply before fitting, removing or inspecting the saw blade.
Confirm that the blade is suitable for the Festool KAPEX KS 120 or KS 88 and that its dimensions match the machine requirements.
Follow the saw manufacturer's blade-changing procedure and engage the spindle lock as instructed.
Install the blade in the correct rotational direction, matching the arrow on the blade with the direction marking on the machine.
Secure the blade and flange components correctly, ensuring that the blade is seated flat and does not contact the guard.
Check that the blade guard, workpiece fence, dust extraction system and all safety devices operate correctly.
Position and securely support the workpiece against the fence, keeping hands outside the designated cutting area.
Start the saw and allow the blade to reach full speed before beginning the cut.
Guide the saw through the material using steady, controlled pressure without twisting, forcing or side-loading the blade.
After completing the cut, allow the blade to stop fully before lifting the saw head or removing offcuts near the cutting area.

Features

260mm blade diameter: Correctly sized for compatible Festool KAPEX KS 120 and KS 88 sliding compound mitre saws.
60 alternating teeth: Provides a balanced combination of efficient cutting and a clean finished edge.
Carbide-tipped construction: High-quality cutting teeth offer durability and consistent performance in demanding applications.
Negative chip angle: The -5° chip angle supports controlled cutting action on a sliding compound mitre saw.
2.5mm cutting width: Produces a stable, accurate kerf during straight, mitre and bevel cutting operations.
30mm arbor hole: Precisely manufactured for secure installation on compatible machines.
WOOD UNIVERSAL configuration: Suitable for multiple timber, board and panel materials without frequent blade changes.

Benefits

Greater workshop versatility: One blade can be used for many everyday woodworking and installation materials.
Reduced blade changes: The universal tooth arrangement allows users to move between rip cuts, cross cuts and panel work more efficiently.
Consistent cutting accuracy: Machine-specific geometry helps the saw and blade work together as a coordinated cutting system.
Professional-quality edges: The 60-tooth configuration helps minimise roughness and breakout when the workpiece is correctly supported.
Reliable service life: Durable carbide teeth withstand regular professional use when the correct feed speed and material are used.
Easy blade selection: Festool's yellow colour coding allows the correct wood-cutting blade to be identified quickly.

Application

Cross cutting solid timber and wooden profiles.
Rip cutting suitable timber sections and boards.
Cutting multiplex and laminated wood panels.
Cutting MDF and HDF fibreboard.
Processing general building and construction panels.
Cutting gypsum fibreboard where an appropriate saw blade application is permitted.
Cutting suitable soft plastic materials.
Producing straight, mitre, compound mitre and bevel cuts with compatible KAPEX saws.

Safety

Wear suitable eye, ear and dust protection whenever operating the saw.
Disconnect the machine from its power supply before installing, removing, cleaning or inspecting the blade.
Only use the blade on compatible machinery with the correct arbor size, blade capacity and operating speed.
Inspect the blade before every use and do not operate it if teeth are cracked, missing, heavily worn or otherwise damaged.
Ensure the blade is installed in the correct direction and that all flanges and fastening components are properly secured.
Never exceed the maximum rotational speed marked on the blade or specified by the manufacturer.
Keep hands, loose clothing, jewellery and other objects away from the blade and cutting path.
Secure the workpiece firmly against the machine fence and use clamps whenever practical.
Do not cut materials containing hidden nails, screws, staples or other metal objects.
Do not force, twist or apply sideways pressure to the blade during cutting.
Allow the blade to stop completely before removing offcuts, making adjustments or leaving the machine unattended.
Use suitable dust extraction and maintain adequate ventilation when cutting materials that produce hazardous dust.

Specifications

Description	Spec
Brand	Festool
Cat No.	FES494604
Manufacturer Item No.	494604
Product Type	Carbide-Tipped Circular Saw Blade
Product Range	WOOD UNIVERSAL
Blade Designation	HW 260x2.5x30 W60
Blade Diameter	260mm
Cutting Width	2.5mm
Standard Blade Thickness	1.8mm
Arbor Hole Diameter	30mm
Number of Teeth	60
Tooth Shape	W – Alternating Tooth
Chip Angle	-5°
Cut Quality	Medium Universal Cut
Primary Material	Wood and Wood-Based Materials
Additional Materials	Building Panels, Gypsum Fibreboard and Suitable Soft Plastics
Compatible Machines	Festool KAPEX KS 120 and KS 88
Festool Colour Coding	Yellow – Wood