Festool HW 160x2,2x20 TF48 LAMINATE/HPL Saw Blade 160mm 48T

Name: Festool HW 160x2,2x20 TF48 LAMINATE/HPL Saw Blade 160mm 48T
Brand: FESTOOL
SKU: FES496308
Price: 4760.43 ZAR
Availability: InStock

Festool HW 160x2,2x20 TF48 LAMINATE/HPL Saw Blade 160mm 48T

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Brand: FESTOOL
Model: FES496308
Weight: 0.34kg
Dim: 225.00mm x 205.00mm x 10.00mm
UPC: 4014549120583

Price:

R 4,760.43

Ex VAT: R 4,139.50

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Festool HW 160x2,2x20 TF48 LAMINATE/HPL Saw Blade

At a Glance: Professional 160mm fine-grain carbide saw blade with 48 trapezoidal/flat teeth for precise, durable cutting of laminate, coated panels, acrylic glass and mineral materials.

Achieve clean, accurate cuts in demanding coated and plastic-based materials with the Festool HW 160x2,2x20 TF48 LAMINATE/HPL Saw Blade. Designed for compatible Festool plunge-cut saws, this specialist 160mm blade features 48 fine-grain carbide-tipped teeth in a trapezoidal/flat tooth configuration. The alternating trapezoidal and flat teeth provide excellent durability and controlled cutting in laminate, high-pressure laminate, melamine-faced panels, acrylic glass, mineral materials and phenolic-resin-bonded products. Its tooth geometry and cutting angle are carefully matched to the intended materials and compatible machines, helping produce precise finished edges while reducing premature tooth wear. The 2.2mm cutting width and stable 1.6mm blade body provide dependable guidance for professional cabinetmaking, shopfitting, interior installation and panel-processing applications.

Specialist carbide cutting performance for laminate and coated panels

The TF tooth configuration combines a trapezoidal tooth that pre-cuts the material with a flat tooth that clears and finishes the kerf. This makes the blade particularly suitable for hard coatings and plastic-based panels that can quickly damage or blunt conventional wood-cutting blades.

Product Highlights

Clean laminate cutting: Optimised for precise cutting of laminate, HPL and coated panel materials.
48 fine-grain carbide teeth: Provides excellent cutting quality, durability and dependable professional performance.
Trapezoidal/flat tooth geometry: Designed to process hard coatings, plastics and mineral-based materials effectively.
Application-matched design: The cutting angle and tooth profile are coordinated with the material and compatible Festool saws.
Stable 1.6mm blade body: Supports accurate guidance and controlled cutting through demanding sheet materials.
Versatile material range: Suitable for melamine boards, acrylic glass, mineral materials and phenolic-resin-bonded products.
Professional edge quality: Helps reduce chipping and additional finishing work when correctly used.
Festool colour coding: Makes it easier to identify the correct blade for laminate and plastic-based materials.

Extra Information

The official Festool product designation is HW 160x2,2x20 TF48.
The blade is designed for the Festool TS 55, TSC 55, ATF 55 and AP 55.
The 48 saw teeth are tipped with fine-grain carbide for durable professional cutting performance.
The TF designation identifies a trapezoidal/flat tooth configuration.
The trapezoidal tooth pre-cuts the hard surface layer while the flat tooth clears and finishes the kerf.
The blade is intended for laminate, coated panels, acrylic glass, melamine resin boards, mineral materials and phenolic-resin-bonded products.
For best results, use a suitable guide rail and ensure the workpiece is supported securely on both sides of the cut.
Cutting quality depends on the material, machine condition, feed rate, blade sharpness and correct installation.
The saw, guide rail, splinter guard and dust extractor are not included.

Pro Tips

Use a Festool guide rail with an undamaged splinter guard when cutting visible decorative surfaces.
Position the finished face according to the saw and cutting setup to obtain the cleanest edge on the required side.
Use a steady, moderate feed rate and allow the 48-tooth blade to cut without excessive forward pressure.
Set the cutting depth only slightly deeper than the workpiece to reduce exposed blade area and improve extraction.
Support panels fully to prevent vibration, flexing and breakage during cutting.
Make a test cut in an offcut when working with an unfamiliar laminate, acrylic or composite material.
Connect suitable dust extraction to help keep the cutting line visible and reduce fine airborne particles.
Clean accumulated laminate residue from the blade using an appropriate blade-cleaning product.
Replace or professionally sharpen the blade when increased feed pressure, burning or excessive chipping becomes noticeable.

How to Use

Disconnect a corded saw from the mains supply or remove all battery packs from a cordless saw.
Confirm that the machine is compatible with a 160mm blade, 20mm bore and 2.2mm cutting width.
Inspect the saw blade for cracked carbide tips, distortion, excessive wear or other damage.
Activate the saw's spindle lock and place the machine in its blade-change position.
Remove the existing blade and clean the spindle, clamping flange and contact surfaces.
Fit the HW 160x2,2x20 TF48 blade with its rotation arrow matching the direction marked on the saw.
Refit the clamping flange and secure the blade according to the saw operating instructions.
Check that the blade rotates freely and that all guards operate correctly.
Set the required cutting depth and bevel angle.
Support and secure the workpiece so that it cannot move, vibrate or close around the blade.
Position and secure the guide rail where required.
Connect a suitable dust extractor for the material being processed.
Start the saw and allow the blade to reach full operating speed.
Guide the saw forward through the material using a smooth and controlled feed rate.
Complete the cut and wait for the blade to stop fully before lifting the saw or removing offcuts.
Disconnect the machine before inspecting, cleaning or removing the saw blade.

Features

160mm blade diameter: Designed for compatible Festool TS 55, TSC 55, ATF 55 and AP 55 saws.
48-tooth configuration: Provides the high tooth count required for controlled, clean cutting of coated materials.
Fine-grain carbide cutting tips: Deliver durable sharpness and consistent cutting action.
TF tooth shape: Alternating trapezoidal and flat teeth improve durability and cutting quality in hard surface materials.
2.2mm cutting width: Produces a stable kerf suited to the specified compatible machines.
1.6mm standard blade thickness: Provides rigidity and dependable tracking during the cut.
20mm mounting bore: Ensures accurate mounting on compatible Festool saw spindles.
4° chip angle: Supports controlled tooth engagement in laminate, plastics and coated panels.
Material identification coding: Helps users select the appropriate Festool blade for the application.

Benefits

Reduced surface chipping: The specialised tooth geometry helps produce cleaner edges in brittle coatings and decorative laminates.
Long-lasting performance: Fine-grain carbide teeth resist wear during regular processing of demanding panel materials.
Accurate finished components: The stable blade body and application-specific geometry support precise dimensional cutting.
Less finishing work: Cleaner sawn edges can reduce the need for extensive sanding, filing or trimming after cutting.
Broad application range: Suitable for numerous coated, plastic, mineral and resin-bonded materials.
Controlled cutting action: The TF tooth pattern helps manage hard surface layers without excessively aggressive tooth engagement.
Reliable Festool compatibility: Blade dimensions and geometry are matched to the specified Festool plunge-cut saw system.
Professional workshop productivity: A specialist blade avoids the inconsistent results and rapid wear associated with unsuitable general-purpose blades.

Application

Cutting laminate and high-pressure laminate panels.
Processing coated particleboard and fibreboard.
Cutting melamine resin boards.
Processing Trespa® and similar compact panels.
Cutting acrylic glass and suitable plastic materials.
Processing mineral-based sheet materials.
Cutting phenolic-resin-bonded fibres and fabrics.
Cabinetmaking and furniture production.
Shopfitting and interior installation.
Precise panel cutting with compatible Festool plunge-cut saws.

Safety

Wear suitable eye, hearing and respiratory protection while operating the saw.
Use effective dust extraction appropriate for the material being cut.
Check the material safety information before cutting plastics, mineral materials or resin-bonded products.
Disconnect the saw from the mains supply or remove all battery packs before installing, inspecting or replacing the blade.
Use the blade only with compatible machines approved for its diameter, bore, cutting width and rotational speed.
Ensure that the blade rotation arrow matches the direction marked on the saw.
Never use a blade with a cracked body, missing tooth, damaged carbide tip or distorted arbor bore.
Do not attempt to straighten, modify or operate a visibly damaged saw blade.
Secure and support the workpiece on both sides of the cutting line.
Check the cutting path for screws, nails, metal fittings and other unsuitable foreign objects.
Keep both hands on the designated machine handles and away from the blade and cutting path.
Allow the saw blade to reach full operating speed before entering the workpiece.
Do not force, twist or pull the saw backwards while the blade is rotating.
Wait until the blade has stopped completely before lifting the saw or removing offcuts.
Have blunt or damaged carbide blades inspected and serviced only by a suitably qualified sharpening specialist.
Follow all operating and safety instructions supplied with the saw, blade, guide rail and dust extractor.

Specifications

Description	Spec
Brand	Festool
Cat No.	FES496308
Model	HW 160x2,2x20 TF48
Product Type	Carbide-Tipped Circular Saw Blade
Blade Range	LAMINATE/HPL
Compatible Machines	Festool TS 55, TSC 55, ATF 55 and AP 55
Blade Diameter	160mm
Cutting Width	2.2mm
Arbor Bore Diameter	20mm
Number of Teeth	48
Tooth Material	Fine-Grain Carbide
Tooth Shape	TF – Trapezoidal/Flat Tooth
Chip Angle	4°
Standard Blade Thickness	1.6mm
Suitable Materials	Laminate, HPL, Coated Panels, Acrylic Glass, Melamine Resin Boards and Mineral Materials
Primary Application	Precise Cutting of Plastic and Coated Panel Materials

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1 x Festool HW 160x2,2x20 TF48 LAMINATE/HPL Saw Blade

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