Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus-FS Plunge-Cut Saw Kit with Pro-Tech PT16060AL Aluminium Saw Blade

Extra Information

• This kit is listed as FESKIT002 and includes Festool 577010 plus the Pro-Tech PT16060AL aluminium-profile saw blade.
• The Festool 577010 machine set is the TS 55 FEBQ-Plus-FS and includes the FS 1400/2 guide rail.
• The Festool TS 55 uses 160 mm saw blades with a 20 mm bore.
• The included Pro-Tech PT16060AL saw blade is 160 x 2.2 x 20 x 60T and is intended for aluminium panels, aluminium profiles and selected plastics.
• Use the correct blade for the material. Do not use a wood-only blade for aluminium profiles.
• For cleaner cuts and safer operation, connect the saw to a suitable Festool dust extractor whenever possible.

Features

• Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus-FS: Professional mains-powered plunge-cut saw for accurate guided cutting.
• FS 1400/2 guide rail included: Supports straight, clean and repeatable cuts with the Festool guide rail system.
• 1 200 W power consumption: Provides strong cutting performance for timber, board and suitable sheet materials.
• Variable speed: 2 000 - 5 800 min⁻¹ speed range allows the cut to be adapted to the material and blade.
• 55 mm cutting depth: Cuts up to 55 mm at 90° and up to 43 mm at 45°.
• Spring-loaded guide wedge: Helps prevent blade jamming and improves control when entering existing joints.
• Clip-on splinterguard: Helps reduce tear-out and supports cleaner cutting results.
• Pro-Tech PT16060AL blade: Fine-grain carbide-tipped saw blade with trapezoidal/flat tooth design for aluminium profiles, aluminium panels and selected plastics.

Benefits

• Cleaner cuts: The guide rail and splinterguard system helps reduce rework after cutting panels, boards and doors.
• More accurate site work: The plunge saw and guide rail combination makes long straight cuts easier and more repeatable.
• Better material control: Variable speed and the correct blade choice allow the user to match the cut to the workpiece.
• Added aluminium capability: The included Pro-Tech PT16060AL blade gives the kit an extra option for aluminium and plastic cutting tasks.
• Safer blade changes: FastFix helps make blade changes simpler and more controlled.
• Professional storage: The saw is supplied in a Systainer³ for organised transport and protection.

Application

• Precise plunge cuts in board and sheet materials
• Cutting interior doors to length using the guide rail
• Cutting chipboard, plywood, MDF and timber-based panels
• Manufacturing expansion joints in parquet flooring and false joints
• Cutting and processing plasterboard with a suitable blade and extraction setup
• Straight guided cuts on site or in the workshop
• Cutting aluminium profiles and aluminium panels with the included Pro-Tech PT16060AL blade
• Cutting selected plastics with the correct speed setting and blade support

Safety

• Wear eye, ear and dust protection when cutting wood, board products, aluminium, plastic or composite materials.
• Use the correct blade for the material being cut and never use a damaged or incorrect saw blade.
• Clamp the workpiece and guide rail securely where required before cutting.
• Keep hands clear of the blade path and never reach underneath the workpiece while cutting.
• Allow the saw blade to reach full speed before entering the material.
• Do not force the saw through the material; use a steady feed rate suitable for the blade and material.
• Use dust extraction whenever possible, especially when cutting board, MDF, plastics or coated materials.
• When cutting aluminium, secure the material firmly and watch for sharp swarf and hot chips.
• Disconnect the plug it cable before changing blades, adjusting the saw or carrying out maintenance.
• Allow the blade to stop completely before lifting the saw from the cut or placing it down.

Specifications

In the box:

• Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus-FS plunge-cut saw
• Festool saw blade HW 160x1,8x20 WD42
• Splinterguard
• Flag window / vision panel
• Hex key WAF 5
• plug it-cable H05 RN-F-4
• Guide rail FS 1400/2
• Systainer³ SYS3 M 337
• Pro-Tech PT16060AL saw blade TCT 160 x 2.2 x 20 x 60T aluminium profile