Festool HKC 55 KEB-Basic Cordless Circular Saw

Name: Festool HKC 55 KEB-Basic Cordless Circular Saw
Brand: FESTOOL
SKU: FES578302
Price: 16708.93 ZAR
Availability: InStock

Festool HKC 55 KEB-Basic Cordless Circular Saw

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Model: FES578302
UPC: 4014549445976

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R 16,708.93

Ex VAT: R 14,529.50

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Festool HKC 55 KEB-Basic Cordless Circular Saw

At a Glance: 18 V cordless circular saw with KickbackStop, 160 mm saw blade, 55 mm cutting depth and FSK cross-cutting guide rail compatibility

The Festool HKC 55 KEB-Basic is a powerful cordless circular saw designed for mobile timber cutting, cross cuts, rip cuts and accurate angled cuts on site. Built around an 18 V battery platform and brushless EC-TEC motor, this saw gives professional users the freedom to cut without a mains cable while still delivering strong cutting performance. With KickbackStop safety technology, an integrated guide wedge, pendulum hood remote control and compatibility with Festool FSK cross-cutting guide rails and FS guide rails, the HKC 55 KEB-Basic is a practical cordless cutting solution for carpentry, roofing, timber construction and installation work.

Mobile circular sawing with Festool system accuracy

The HKC 55 KEB-Basic is designed for users who need a cordless saw that can work freehand, on Festool FS guide rails or as part of the FSK mobile cross-cutting system. It is especially useful where timber, sheet material, roof battens, decking, boards or cladding must be cut quickly and accurately on site.

Product highlights

Cordless cutting power: 18 V battery operation gives freedom of movement for site work, roofing and timber construction.
Brushless EC-TEC motor: Delivers powerful cutting performance with efficient energy use and low maintenance.
KickbackStop technology: Helps reduce the risk of injury from kickback when sawing or plunging into the workpiece.
FSK cross-cutting rail compatibility: Allows fast, accurate and repeatable cross cuts and angled cuts when used with suitable FSK rails.
FS guide rail compatibility: Supports precise straight cuts with Festool guide rails.
1.6 mm thin-cut saw blade: Designed for cordless sawing, lighter cutting pressure and longer battery runtime.
Central angle adjustment: Mitre angle adjustment from 0° to 50° for accurate bevel and angled cuts.
Basic version: Supplied without battery pack and charger, ideal for users already using the Festool 18 V platform.

Extra Information

This is the Basic version and is supplied without battery pack and charger.
The saw is compatible with Festool 18 V battery packs, with the 8.0 Ah Li-HighPower battery pack recommended for top performance and runtime.
It is also compatible with the 5.0 Ah Li-HighPower battery pack.
The HKC 55 KEB-Basic can be used freehand, with Festool FS guide rails or with Festool FSK cross-cutting guide rails.
FSK rails are available in different cutting lengths and are useful for mobile repeat cross cuts and angled cuts.
The Basic set does not include an FSK cross-cutting guide rail or FS guide rail.
For best results, use the correct Festool 160 mm thin-kerf saw blade for the material being cut.

Pro Tips

Use the HKC 55 with an FSK rail when you need repeatable cross cuts on roofing timber, decking, battens or board material.
Use a Festool FS guide rail when long, straight and accurate cuts are required.
Fit a high-capacity 18 V battery when cutting thicker timber or doing repeated cuts during site work.
Use the correct blade for the material. A sharp, thin-kerf blade makes cordless cutting faster and less battery-hungry.
Connect dust extraction when working indoors or when cutting dusty board materials such as OSB, chipboard or fibreboard.
Do not fight the saw through the cut. If the saw is complaining, the blade, feed speed or material support probably needs attention.

How to Use

Select the correct 160 mm saw blade for the material being cut.
Remove the battery pack before fitting or changing the saw blade.
Use the FastFix system to fit the blade securely.
Insert a compatible Festool 18 V battery pack.
Set the cutting depth according to the material thickness.
Set the required cutting angle between 0° and 50° if angled cutting is needed.
Use the saw freehand, or attach it to a compatible Festool FS or FSK guide rail for guided cutting.
Connect a suitable dust extractor to the 27/36 mm extraction connection where dust control is required.
Start the saw and allow the blade to reach full speed before entering the material.
Guide the saw steadily through the cut without forcing it.
Allow the saw blade to stop completely before lifting the saw away or placing it down.

Features

18 V battery drive: Provides cordless operation for mobile cutting tasks.
5 200 min⁻¹ idle speed: Supports fast cutting progress through timber and board materials.
160 mm saw blade: Provides cutting capacity up to 55 mm at 90°.
KickbackStop: Intelligent safety feature helps stop the saw blade in kickback situations.
Integrated guide wedge: Helps prevent the saw blade from jamming during the cut.
Pendulum hood remote control: Allows the guard to be opened safely and conveniently while keeping hands away from the blade.
Spring-assisted plunge-cut function: Supports controlled plunge cuts to a preset depth.
FastFix blade change: Makes saw blade changes quick and easier with the spindle stop system.
CLEANTEC extraction connection: 27/36 mm dust extraction connection for cleaner cutting with compatible extraction equipment.
Systainer³ storage: Keeps the saw and accessories protected and organised during transport.

Benefits

More freedom on site: Cordless operation means fewer extension leads and easier movement around roofs, timber frames and work areas.
Faster cross-cutting workflow: When paired with an FSK rail, the saw becomes a mobile cross-cutting system for repeatable straight and angled cuts.
Improved safety: KickbackStop, the guide wedge and pendulum hood control help make sawing more controlled and safer.
Cleaner cutting results: Guide rail compatibility helps improve cut accuracy and finish quality.
Longer battery efficiency: The thin-cut 1.6 mm blade is designed to reduce cutting resistance for cordless work.
Practical timber construction tool: Ideal for cutting battens, boards, cladding, decking and sheet materials on the job.

Application

Rip and cross cuts in materials up to 55 mm thick
Mobile cutting on work sites
Cutting roof battens and profile boards to size
Cutting timber for wooden structures
Cutting boarding and shuttering to size
Cutting boards, cladding boards and decking to size
Cutting OSB boards, chipboard and pressure-resistant wood fibre insulation boards
Accurate angled cuts with compatible FSK cross-cutting guide rails
Precise straight cuts with compatible Festool FS guide rails

Safety

Wear eye, ear and dust protection when cutting timber, board products, decking, cladding or construction materials.
Use the correct saw blade for the material being cut.
Check that the saw blade is sharp, undamaged and securely fitted before use.
Do not bypass or ignore safety features such as KickbackStop, the guide wedge and the quick-acting brake.
Clamp or support the workpiece properly before cutting.
Keep hands clear of the blade path and never reach underneath the workpiece while cutting.
Allow the blade to reach full speed before entering the material.
Do not force the saw through the cut; use a steady feed rate suitable for the blade and material.
Use dust extraction whenever possible, especially when cutting OSB, chipboard, fibreboard or dusty materials.
Remove the battery pack before changing blades, adjusting the saw or carrying out maintenance.
Allow the saw blade to stop completely before lifting the saw from the cut or placing it down.

Specifications

Description	Spec
Brand	Festool
Cat No.	578302
Product Type	Cordless Circular Saw
Model	HKC 55 KEB-Basic
Drive Type	Battery
Battery Voltage	18 V
Battery And Charger Included	No
Motor Type	Brushless EC-TEC Motor
Idle Engine Speed	5 200 min⁻¹
Saw Blade Diameter	160.00 mm
Saw Blade Bore	20 mm
Saw Blade Supplied	HW 160x1,6x20 W18
Angular Range	0 - 50°
Cutting Depth At 0° / 90°	0 - 55 mm
Cutting Depth At 45° / 50°	42 / 38 mm
Dust Extraction Connection Diameter	27/36 mm
Product Weight Without Accessories	3.60 kg
KickbackStop	Yes
Guide Wedge	Yes
Pendulum Hood Remote Control	Yes
Spring-Assisted Plunge-Cut Function	Yes
Blade Change System	FastFix
Quick-Acting Brake	Yes
FS Guide Rail Compatible	Yes
FSK Cross-Cutting Guide Rail Compatible	Yes
Dust Extraction System	CLEANTEC Compatible
Sawing Wood Vibration Value Ah	2.50 m/s²
Sawing Wood Vibration Uncertainty K	1.50 m/s²
Sawing Wood Sound Pressure Level LpA	91.00 dB(A)
Sawing Wood Sound Power Level LWA	99.00 dB(A)
Noise Uncertainty K	3.00 dB
Standards Series	EN 62841-2-5
Storage	Systainer³ SYS3 M 337