Festool TS 55 EQ Plunge Cut Circular Saw (set)

by Festool

Product Features

• When used with Festool guide rails, you can achieve perfectly straight and splinter-free cuts.
• Spring-loaded riving knife (splitter) keeps the cut kerf open so that the material does not pinch the blade. This reduces the chance of kickback.
• Combine with a Festool dust extractor to achieve near dust-free performance.
• Blade changes are easier and safer using the FastFix system which locks switch and arbor simultaneously for easy arbor bolt removal.
• MMC electronics provide soft start, variable speed, constant speed under load, and current and thermal overlad protection.

Product Description

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Light, accurate, and easy to handle, the Festool TS 55 EQ Plunge Cut Circular Saw's portable design offers the same precision you'd expect from a traditional panel saw. Ideal for flooring and precision cut outs, it features a dependable, triple motor bearing, constant speed monitoring, and a retractable spring-loaded riving knife for smooth, controlled operation. Plus, FastFix blade changes save time and keep your work flow smooth.

Plunge Cut Circular Saw At a Glance: Compatibility with Festool guide rails for precise, easy-to-replicate cuts Splinterguard to keep both sides of the cut line clean Spring-loaded riving knife to prevent kickback Convenient FastFix blade changing system MMC electronics and triple-bearing motor for long life and easy handling Integrated dust port for quick cleanups and healthier work sites

Ideal for flooring and cut outs. View larger.

Guide rails allow easy-to-replicate cuts. View larger.

Plunge action ensures precise cuts. View larger.

Built-in splinter guard keeps cuts clean.

Spring-loaded riving knife keeps the kerf open.

Rotating dust port accepts multiple hose sizes.

Quick, Controlled Plunge-Cutting Action
Able to handle the same cuts as table saws, sliding miter saws, radial arm saws, and panel saws, the Festool TS 55 EQ is ideal for a broad range of applications. Its plunge action ensures precision when working with a variety of wood surfaces, including flooring.

The saw is designed to allow cut placement anywhere on the cut line for straight cuts and cut outs with clean edges. And for improved accuracy and reduced waste, the TS 55 EQ makes each cut right on the edge of the scribe line, even on bevel cuts.

The TS 55 EQ offers a maximum cutting depth of 2-1/8 inches (55 millimeters) when used without a guide rail, and it gives you 1-15/16 inch of cutting capacity when used with a guide rail. Plus, it makes depth adjustment simple by allowing you to expose only the part of the blade necessary for a given cut.

Clean Finishes with Guide Rail and Splinterguard
Built to work with Festool guide rails, the TS 55 EQ makes it easy to set up for perfectly straight cuts. Guide rail guidance also allows you to use limit stops to cut identical pieces. The saw comes with a versatile 55-inch guide rail.

In addition, an integral guide-rail splinterguard and a second, detachable off-cut side splinterguard work to eliminate tear out on both sides of the saw's cut line. A cut line that's clean and splinter-free on both sides of the blade means you only need to make one pass with the saw, which saves you time. It also means you waste less material, which saves you money.

Spring-Loaded Riving Knife Reduces Kickback
The TS 55 EQ features a spring-loaded riving knife (splitter) that retracts into the housing during plunge cuts. The riving knife keeps the cut kerf open, so the material you are working with won't pinch the saw blade. This reduces the chance of kickback, making the saw safer and ensuring complete control over each cut.

FastFix Blade Changing System Saves Time
When it's time to switch out the blade on your TS 55 EQ, the FastFix system makes the change fast, easy, and intuitive. When this system is engaged, the saw's power switch and arbor are locked simultaneously, so you don't have to worry about accidental start-ups. In addition, the saw is locked into a position that facilitates easy arbor bolt removal, so you can get at the blade quickly.

Robust Design Includes MMC Electronics and Triple Motor Bearing
Different applications place different demands on your tools, and the TS 55 EQ offers variable speed control from 2,000 to 5,200 rpm for equally good results when working with a variety of materials. With its constant speed monitoring, the saw is able to maintain consistent blade speeds under heavy loads, which produces clean, consistent results. And its electronic system includes thermal and current protection, extending the life of the saw.

This saw's robust construction with a triple motor bearing also delivers increased stability, smooth performance, and reduced noise levels--all of which combine to help reduce user fatigue.

In addition, this plunge-cut saw features a Plug-It power cord. This interchangeable cord design allows you to quickly switch between Festool tools without changing your entire setup.

Integrated Dust Control Improves Work Environment
The dependable TS 55 EQ also offers a swiveling dust port that directs dust away from you and your work surface, improving safety and minimizing cleanup time on the job site. This integrated port accepts multiple hose sizes, and it can be used with a Festool CT dust extractor.

The Festool TS 55 EQ Plunge Cut Circular Saw is backed by a three-year limited warranty and a 30-day money-back guarantee.

What's in the Box
Festool TS 55 EQ Plunge Cut Circular Saw, 55-inch (1,400-millimeter) guide rail, 48-tooth carbide blade, limit stop, Plug-it power cord, splinterguard, and Systainer storage case.

Product Description

Festools TS 55 EQ keeps all the great features of its predecessor and adds new features that make the plunge saw more convenient, more capable and more user friendly. A new, larger Thumb Interlock makes it easier to switch on the power and pivot the blade down for cutting, while a new Blade Lock disconnects the power switch, and locks the blade down in position for removal. Plunge cuts in the middle of a workpiece are easier than ever, since the riving knife is now spring loaded, and automatically retracts when plunging. When used with the Festool Guide rail system, the TS 55 ideal for installation of laminate flooring systems, and allows cutting just 3/8" off a wall. Cross cutting veneered materials with most circular saws leaves a splintered mess. Festools new sacrificial Splinter Guard rests on the workpiece directly above the cut, providing "zero clearance" support at the blade for the top veneer, resulting in clean, chip-free cuts in melamine, veneered plywood, and even high-pressure laminates. The suggested 55" guide rail allows for fast precise cuts with little or no setup time, since the edge guide automatically aligns to the cut-line. Electronic variable-speed control automatically maintains a constant blade speed under load, and the soft start and automatic idle cut down on operator fatigue and noise. Surprisingly, the Festool TS 55 EQ uses a 6-1/4" diameter blade, but still provides a 1-15/16" cut at 90 degrees, and 1-7/16" cut at 45 degrees -- plenty to cut construction 2x stock. Festool TS 55 EQ includes a systainer storage box, 48-tooth carbide tipped blade, 55" guide rail, limit stop and chip deflector.

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Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 24.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
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• ASIN: B002UJOKD2
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• Item model number: TS 55 EQ
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
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