Festool DIA 160x1,8x20 TD28 Diamond Saw Blade for Laminate and HPL 160mm 28T

Name: Festool DIA 160x1,8x20 TD28 Diamond Saw Blade for Laminate and HPL 160mm 28T
Brand: FESTOOL
SKU: FES578699
Price: 10041.57 ZAR
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Festool DIA 160x1,8x20 TD28 Diamond Saw Blade for Laminate and HPL 160mm 28T

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Brand: FESTOOL
Model: FES578699
UPC: 4014549459119

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R 10,041.57

Ex VAT: R 8,731.80

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Festool DIA 160x1,8x20 TD28 Diamond Saw Blade

At a Glance: Professional 160mm PCD diamond-tipped saw blade with 28 teeth for consistently clean cutting of laminate, HPL, fibre cement and other highly abrasive materials.

Take on exceptionally hard and abrasive sheet materials with confidence using the Festool DIA 160x1,8x20 TD28 Diamond Saw Blade. Developed for compatible Festool plunge-cut and portable circular saws, this specialist blade features 28 teeth tipped with high-quality polycrystalline diamond for outstanding wear resistance and consistently clean cutting performance. Its trapezoidal roof tooth geometry is optimised for decorative laminates, HPL, CPL, compact boards, fibre cement, gypsum-bonded boards, cement-bonded boards and solid surface materials. The blade can deliver up to 15 times the service life of a conventional carbide saw blade in suitable abrasive applications, reducing blade changes and helping maintain uninterrupted productivity. With its slim 1.8mm cutting width and machine-matched geometry, the DIA blade provides efficient cutting progress, dependable precision and excellent finished-edge quality.

Diamond cutting performance for demanding abrasive materials

The DIA LAMINATE/HPL blade is purpose-built for materials that quickly blunt conventional carbide teeth. Its PCD cutting edges, dedicated TD tooth profile and precisely matched cutting angles provide long-lasting sharpness and reliable cutting quality across demanding workshop, installation and façade applications.

Product Highlights

Extremely long service life: Provides up to 15 times longer blade life than conventional carbide blades in suitable abrasive materials.
28 diamond-tipped teeth: High-quality PCD cutting edges provide exceptional wear resistance and durable sharpness.
Consistently clean cuts: Maintains dependable cutting quality throughout an extended working life.
Specialised TD tooth geometry: Trapezoidal roof teeth are designed for extremely hard and abrasive panel materials.
Broad material capability: Suitable for laminate, HPL, CPL, compact boards, fibre cement and mineral-bonded boards.
Fewer blade changes: Extended durability helps minimise interruptions during production and installation work.
Efficient 1.8mm kerf: The slim cutting width reduces unnecessary material removal and supports rapid cutting progress.
Matched Festool performance: Cutting angles, tooth profile and blade dimensions are coordinated with compatible Festool saws.
Ideal for façade construction: Excellent for repeated cutting of abrasive cladding and fibre cement materials.

Extra Information

The official Festool product designation is DIA 160x1,8x20 TD28.
The blade is compatible with the Festool TS 55 F, TSC 55 K, TSC 55 KS, HK 55, HKC 55 and HKC 55 K.
The 28 cutting teeth are tipped with polycrystalline diamond rather than conventional carbide.
In suitable abrasive applications, the blade can achieve up to 15 times the service life of a conventional carbide saw blade.
The blade is intended for particularly hard and abrasive materials rather than general-purpose timber cutting.
Use the blade only in machines approved for a 160mm blade with a 20mm arbor bore and 1.8mm cutting width.
Cutting quality and blade life depend on the exact material, feed rate, machine condition and correct blade installation.
Diamond blades require specialist equipment and expertise when inspection, servicing or repair becomes necessary.
The guide rail, saw, extraction equipment and other accessories are not included.

Pro Tips

Use a smooth, steady feed rate and allow the diamond teeth to perform the cutting without forcing the saw.
Support brittle boards on both sides of the cutting line to reduce vibration and accidental breakage.
Use a compatible Festool guide rail when a straight, clean and accurately positioned cut is required.
Set the cutting depth only slightly deeper than the workpiece to reduce exposed blade area and improve extraction.
Connect a suitable dust extractor when cutting fibre cement, mineral-bonded or solid surface materials.
Keep the blade body clean and free from accumulated resin, laminate residue and mineral dust.
Avoid cutting steel fixings, screws or nails, as impact with unsuitable materials may damage the PCD teeth.
Make a test cut in an offcut when working with an unfamiliar laminate or composite material.
Store the blade so that the diamond teeth cannot strike other blades, metal tools or hard surfaces.

How to Use

Disconnect the corded saw from the mains supply or remove all battery packs from the cordless saw.
Confirm that the machine is approved for a 160mm saw blade with a 20mm arbor bore and 1.8mm cutting width.
Inspect the blade carefully and do not install it if the body or any diamond tooth is damaged.
Activate the machine's spindle lock and open the blade-change mechanism according to the saw instructions.
Remove the existing blade and clean the spindle, flange and blade-contact surfaces.
Fit the DIA 160x1,8x20 TD28 blade with its rotation arrow matching the direction marked on the saw.
Refit the clamping flange and tighten the blade fastener according to the machine 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 shift, vibrate or close around the blade.
Position and clamp the guide rail where required.
Connect suitable dust extraction for the material being processed.
Start the saw and allow the blade to reach full operating speed.
Guide the saw through the material using a smooth and controlled forward movement.
Complete the cut and wait for the blade to stop fully before lifting the machine or removing offcuts.
Disconnect the saw before inspecting, cleaning or removing the blade.

Features

Polycrystalline diamond teeth: Premium PCD cutting tips withstand materials that rapidly wear conventional carbide blades.
28-tooth configuration: Provides an effective balance between cutting speed, edge quality and long-term durability.
TD tooth shape: Trapezoidal roof tooth geometry is optimised for laminate, compact boards and abrasive mineral materials.
160mm blade diameter: Correctly dimensioned for compatible Festool 55mm plunge-cut and portable circular saws.
1.8mm cutting width: Thin-kerf design supports efficient material removal and reduced cutting resistance.
1.3mm blade body: Provides the stability required for accurate guidance while retaining a narrow cutting width.
20mm arbor bore: Designed for accurate mounting on compatible Festool saw spindles.
10° chip angle: Provides controlled tooth engagement and efficient cutting in demanding materials.
10° relief angle: Supports smooth blade movement and reduced friction behind the cutting edge.
Application colour coding: Makes it easier to identify the appropriate Festool blade for the material.

Benefits

Lower replacement frequency: Exceptional PCD durability means fewer blades are required when regularly processing abrasive materials.
Reduced production interruptions: Long blade life allows extended cutting sessions without frequent accessory changes.
Dependable finished edges: The specialised tooth geometry maintains clean and accurate cutting quality over time.
Improved productivity: Efficient cutting performance helps complete demanding panel and façade work more quickly.
Reduced machine load: The slim 1.8mm kerf lowers cutting resistance compared with wider blade designs.
Greater material versatility: One professional blade handles several difficult laminate, mineral and cement-bonded materials.
Reliable system compatibility: Precisely matched blade dimensions help maintain the performance and accuracy of compatible Festool saws.
Excellent lifetime value: The extended service life can provide significant savings in high-volume abrasive-material applications.

Application

Cutting decorative laminate panels.
Processing high-pressure laminate panels and worktops.
Cutting CPL and compact laminate boards.
Cutting fibre cement façade and cladding boards.
Processing cement-bonded sheet materials.
Cutting gypsum-bonded boards.
Processing solid surface materials.
Façade construction and exterior installation work.
Cabinetmaking, shopfitting and interior installation.
Repeated professional cutting of highly abrasive panel materials.

Safety

Wear suitable eye, hearing and respiratory protection while operating the saw.
Use effective dust extraction appropriate for the material, particularly when cutting fibre cement and mineral-bonded boards.
Check the material safety information before processing boards that may release hazardous dust.
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, arbor bore, cutting width and rotational speed.
Ensure that the blade rotation arrow matches the direction marked on the machine.
Never use a blade with a cracked body, missing tooth, damaged diamond tip or distorted arbor bore.
Do not attempt to repair, straighten or modify the blade.
Secure and support the workpiece on both sides of the cutting line.
Check the material for hidden screws, nails, steel supports and other unsuitable foreign objects.
Keep both hands on the designated saw handles and away from the blade and cutting path.
Do not force, twist or pull the saw backwards while the blade is rotating.
Allow the blade to reach full operating speed before entering the workpiece.
Wait until the blade has stopped completely before lifting the saw or removing offcuts.
Diamond cutting teeth must be inspected, serviced or repaired only by a suitably qualified specialist.
Follow all operating and safety instructions supplied with the saw, blade, guide rail and dust extractor.

Specifications

Description	Spec
Brand	Festool
Cat No.	FES578699
Model	DIA 160x1,8x20 TD28
Product Type	Diamond-Tipped Circular Saw Blade
Blade Range	DIA LAMINATE/HPL
Compatible Machines	TS 55 F, TSC 55 K, TSC 55 KS, HK 55, HKC 55 and HKC 55 K
Blade Diameter	160mm
Cutting Width	1.8mm
Arbor Bore Diameter	20mm
Number of Teeth	28
Tooth Material	PCD Polycrystalline Diamond
Tooth Shape	TD – Trapezoidal Roof Tooth
Chip Angle	10°
Relief Angle	10°
Standard Blade Thickness	1.3mm
Maximum Comparative Service Life	Up to 15 Times Longer than Conventional Carbide Blades
Suitable Materials	Laminate, HPL, CPL, Compact Boards, Fibre Cement and Mineral-Bonded Materials
Primary Application	Cutting Particularly Hard and Abrasive Sheet Materials