Cordless Circular Hkc55 Eb-basic

Extra Information

• This is the Basic version and is supplied without battery pack and without charger.
• Use Festool 18V Li-ion battery packs and a compatible Festool charger to operate this tool.
• The HKC 55 EB-Basic is especially useful for mobile timber work where cutting accuracy and easy transport matter.
• For best results, use the correct Festool 160mm saw blade for the material being cut.
• Connect to a suitable dust extractor when working indoors or when cutting dust-producing materials.

Features

• 18V cordless operation Provides mobility and independence from power outlets and extension leads.
• EC-TEC brushless motor Offers efficient power delivery and professional cutting performance.
• 55mm maximum cutting depth at 90° Handles common timber, boards and sheet material cutting tasks.
• 0° to 50° bevel range Allows angled and mitre cuts for framing, trimming and installation work.
• Compatible with FSK cross cutting guide rails Converts the saw into a mobile cross cutting system for repeatable angled cuts.
• Compatible with FS guide rails Helps produce straight, controlled cuts in boards and sheet material.
• FastFix system Allows quick saw blade changes for better productivity.
• CLEANTEC dust extraction connection Can be connected to a suitable extractor for cleaner, safer work.

Benefits

• Excellent site mobility: No cable dragging, no hunting for plug points and easier movement around the job.
• Cleaner and more accurate cutting: Guide rail compatibility helps reduce guesswork and improves cut quality.
• Great for repetitive work: When used with FSK rails, repeated cross cuts and angled cuts become faster and more consistent.
• Professional finish: Festool system accuracy helps produce cleaner results in timber, panels and boards.
• Flexible cutting setup: Use it freehand, with an FS guide rail or with an FSK cross cutting rail depending on the job.

Application

• Rip cuts and cross cuts in timber and board materials up to 55mm thick.
• Cutting roof battens and construction timber to length.
• Sawing lining boards, shuttering and timber panels to size.
• Trimming boards and sheet material on site.
• Accurate guided cuts when used with Festool FS guide rails.
• Repeatable angled cross cuts when used with Festool FSK cross cutting guide rails.

Safety

• Wear eye, ear and dust protection when cutting timber, boards or sheet material.
• Always use the correct saw blade for the material being cut.
• Check that the saw blade is properly fitted and secure before use.
• Keep both hands in the correct operating position and away from the cutting path.
• Support the workpiece properly to prevent pinching, movement or kickback.
• Allow the blade to reach full speed before entering the cut.
• Wait for the blade to stop completely before putting the saw down.
• Use dust extraction where possible, especially when cutting indoors or in enclosed spaces.

Specifications

In the box:

• Festool HKC 55 cordless circular saw
• Standard saw blade 160mm x 1.8mm x 20mm 18 tooth
• Hex key, WAF 5
• Systainer3 SYS 4 M 337 storage case
• Tool manual
• Battery pack not included
• Charger not included