And a lot less dust ends up on the floor, saving us time. If you figure in the premium top-notch blade (I paid $60.00 for my 7-1/4" Forrest WWII), the guide rail (a non-integrated guide runs about $60), its performance, pleasure of use and a three year warranty (an indication of the tool's reliability), the price does not seem out of line. Double-boxing was not necessary since the saw and the saw accessories were shipped in their own Festool "systainers". They work great. Bob Marino of Festool asked if I would try the Festool ATF 55E circular saw in our shop and pass on a review. The Festool ATF 55E comes with a rubber dust extraction fitting that directs the dust directly behind the saw. Part number 490651 Switch Atf 55 E. 490651 is a genuine Festool part. As long as your waste is to the right of the guide, and you place the guide on the cut mark, your workpiece will be splinter free and will cut as accurately as you marked it. We offer a complete line of Festool … Tenryu PSA-16056D2 Aluminium (Fits Festool TS 55 Festool #496307) $80.00 $60.00. However, since they are not "integrated" with the saws, I do have to be careful in operation to keep the saw up against the fence of the guide. You must have JavaScript enabled in your browser to utilize the functionality of this website. E-Mail Us! In case you're not familiar with Festool … I have owned an ATF 55 EB/1 with table system since new. Festool Panther-Sägeblatt PW12, Kreissägeblatt mit 12 Zähnen, Zahnform PW, Spanwinkel 20°, passend für TS 55 / TSC 55 / ATF 55 / AP 55, Art.-Nr. To use it, you simply press the stop release and move the stop to the desired depth setting. I just got the newer Festool saw, so I don't need this one. Because of the plunge design of the saw, it is necessary to apply downward pressure against the depth stop during a cut-this pressure in conjunction with the non-slip strips, keeps the guide from slipping. Special thanks to Christian Oltzscher (President and CEO of Festool USA) and Bob Marino (Festool Sales Rep) of Festool USA for providing the Festool ATF 55E circular saw for our use and review. 496301 FESTOOL Spannelemente MFT-SP (2 Stück) Festool … The depth stop adjustment scale is in millimeters and I don't use the metric system. Wow, thanks Christian for your comments. I have made and use a number of guides with our circular saws. If you use our Rotex dual mode sander in the aggressive mode with coarse grit sandpaper without dust extraction, the sandpaper will clog up very quickly [similar to a drum sander without dust extraction]. The ATF 55E/CT22E combination would be the ticket when working in a customer's home (or your home), especially a carpeted room, as it leaves very little dust/debris to clean up. It is simple and very accurate. I know some do, but I bet the majority do not. They're relatively quiet, easy to wheel around, the hose locks into the inlet, and generally do what a dust extractor should do, suck dust! Page 1 TS 55 EQ Circular Saw Instruction Manual Important: Read and understand all instructions before using this tool. They are very accurate and easy to use. Excellent Ergonomics Our PC743 has a fairly effective dust collection tube that rotates to any direction, and you can connect it to a dust extractor using a reducer. ; Page 2: Warranty Proprietary Notice All drawings and information herein are the property of Festool… for TS 55, TSC 55, ATF 55, AP 55. When used with the ATF 55E circular saw and our covered cutting table, the CT22E extracts virtually all of the dust. Consequently, reaching across a panel with the saw is not a problem, especially with the provided guide rail to guide the cut. Finally, using a dust extractor will extend the lifetime of the tool itself. for TS 55, TSC 55, ATF 55, AP 55. We would love to hear from you! I have not seen a splitter fitted to a circular saw before. It weighs about the same, perhaps a little less than our PC 743, and is several pounds lighter than our DeWALT 364. (Note that this is not uncommon among aftermarket cutting guides. C $112.01. Consequently, a lot less dust ends up in our lungs, saving our health. This part has been I would not recommend it as a framer's saw or a general purpose, throw-it-in-the-back-of-the-truck type saw. The quality and accuracy of cut I get with the ATF 55E and its guide rails, in conjunction with our panel cutting table, does away with any further though we've had about purchasing a panel saw. However, our 96" guide rail is awkward and heavy. Consequently, I thought you might be interested in how the tools are packaged for shipment. The Festool ATF 55E circular saw out performs my DeWALT 364 and PC 743 in several ways. It is a real pleasure to use the ATF 55E, the guide rails, and the CT22E. Festool systainer for ETS 150 sander. Our crosscut guide rail is also quite large and awkward. I bought the ATF 55 when they were on closeout. Auto starts when a connected power tool is powered on. Festool Kreissägeblatt 160 x 2.2 x 20 W48, Feinzahn-Sägeblatt mit W Zahnform, Spanwinkel 5°, passend für für TS 55/TSC 55/ATF 55/AP, Art.-Nr. Since we use our DeWALT 364 circular saw with shop-made cutting guides and table as a "panel saw", I enthusiastically accepted the offer to work with the Festool circular saw, its guide rail and a Festool dust extractor. $22.99 shipping. The longer of the two rails was packaged in a wood-framed, hardboard covered container. Extremely quite operation (we've been having vac wars, Fein vs. Festool, and the Fein wins, which probably means it loses. If you have any pricing inquiries, questions, … (This is uncommon among the aftermarket cutting guides. And what about price? It only takes a few minutes with the ATF 55E and its accessories to agree. Regardless from whom you purchase your Festool tools, most if not all your Festool purchases will be delivered direct to your door from one of two Festool warehouses. - Festool®, 488916 | Brush Holder Of 1000 E 1 Pair - Festool®, 219047 | Oval Head Screw Pt-3,5X8-T15 - Festool®, 439824 | Motor Housing C Ap 55 - Festool®, 439696 | Chip Deflector Aw-Ap 55 - Festool®, 439973 | Torsion Spring Atf 55 E - Festool®, 443971 | Guide Support At 65 E - Festool®, 442597 | Grub Screw Din 551-M6X12-14H - Festool®, 439236 | Key Ap 55 E Mit Zapfen - Festool®, 228592 | Cup Square Bolt Din 603-M6X12-4.6 - Festool®, 440713 | Rotary Knob D34 M6/8T Blue - Festool®, 438855 | Pivot Insert Ap 55 E Hinten - Festool®, 439789 | Threaded Plate Ap 55 E - Festool®, 438856 | Pivot Insert Ap 55 E Vorne - Festool®, 484685 | Guide Plate Atf 55 E Vollst. - Festool®, 200717 | Hexagon Nut Din 934-M5-08 - Festool®, 445503 | Plastic Knob Atf 55 E - Festool®, 201134 | Pressure Sprin Gra-1/4-B - Festool®, 203740 | Oval Head Screw Din 7985-M5X40-4.8-Pr30 - Festool®, 401246 | Circlip Din 472-32X1,2 - Festool®, 440457 | O-Ring 33,05X1,78-Nbr-70Shore - Festool®, Festool Gear housing 487566 (OBSOLETE, NO LONGER AVAILABLE), 228591 | Oval Head Screw Din 7985-M4X40-4.8 - Festool®, 440441 | Spindle Stop Kn Ap 55 E - Festool®, 444142 | Supporting Ring Ap 65 E - Festool®, 444234 | O-Ring 12,8X3,2 Perbunan - Festool®, 228692 | Dowel Pin Din 7346-5X12-St - Festool®, 439889 | Lock Bracket Atf 55 E - Festool®, 438943 | Blade Cover Win Ap 55 E - Festool®, 443331 | Plug-In Bracket Ap 65 E - Festool®, 400014 | Countersink Pt-4,0-10-Pzv - Festool®, 228663 | Oval Head Screw Pt-3,5X16-Kt15 - Festool®, 446282 | Motor Housing Atf 55 Eb 2 Blatt - Festool®, 438198 | Viewing Window Ap 88 E - Festool®, 440991 | Adjusting Wheel Ap 55 E - Festool®, 440228 | Bearing Cover Atf 55 E - Festool®, Festool Control electronics 120V 488372 Obsolete, 228659 | Ball Bearing 6201 Dducm D8 As2Sm - Festool®, 440554 | Zentrierbolzen Atf 55 E - Festool®, 440209 | Spring Din2098-1,80X14,50X123,0 - Festool®, 228580 | Oval Head Screw Pt-4,0X25-Kt15 - Festool®, 228798 | Ball Bearing 6000 Z1D1 Din 625 - Festool®, 228559 | Ball Bearing 608 2Z C3 Din 625 - Festool®, 451080 | Air Conduct Atf 55 E Usa - Festool®, 228708 | Oval Head Screw Pt-4,0X60-Kt15 - Festool®, 488710 | Wire Atf 55 E Usa Assortment - Festool®, 228727 | Countersink Din 965-M4X10-4.8-Torx - Festool®, 486202 | Rotary Knob D34 M6X27,5 Blau - Festool®, 203780 | Ch. Base (Sole Plate-Shoe) For instance: The blade / blade carriage does not lock in the extended position. I have decided to add comments from owners, readers, and .... regarding the tools I review. On the negative side, they are prone to tip over (though better balanced than most shop-vacs) and provide no onboard storage for the cord or hose-- consequently, depending on who last used it, the cord and hose are generally under foot. Do you have any questions, E-Mail Us! The Festool catalog advertises the phrase LIKE NOTHING ELSE on its cover. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. However, we don't use it as a selling point. Millimeters-Metric System. The blade / blade carriage does not lock in the extended position. I highly recommend the saw for cabinet making, finish carpentry, or other fine woodworking. If you're at a customer's site or home, you do the job, straighten up, and leave! The adjustment screws also serve as "stops", ensuring that the blade will return to 0/90° after setting the blade for a bevel cut, without rechecking or recalibrating the blade to the base. I received four packages. Since we use our DeWALT 364 in place of a panel saw, we outfitted it with a Forrest WWII blade. Ending Today at 1:42PM PST 2h 21m. And I'm not just saying this because I want to sell dust extractors. With the right blade it will cut construction lumber, metals, or whatever, but I think I would purchase a second, less-expensive saw for such duties. The channel also accepts the accessory angle guide. 15.8200 490651 + Add to Cart. The standard blade 6-1/4", 48-tooth blade supplied with the saw provides extremely clean rip and crosscuts in sheet goods. Peter Teubel >I have a lightly used Festool ATF55E circular saw for sale. Our Fein units each have a large conical cloth filter that allows the big stuff to collect in the tank. The angle marks on the guide are accurate, however I am finding it best to align the angle guide and guide to a square or a reference board. Festool Plastic Knob ATF 55 E FES445503. Then, when you make your cut, you simply engage the plunge action and push down on the saw until the blade carriage hits the stop. Perhaps the saw's most unique feature is its plunge action. This was helpful, especially in the case of the plastic no-snag deflector-I had no idea what it was used for until I read the systainer card! The motor is protected for both overheating and overloading. Excellent Blade Play Guide Rail Video Part 2 (2.1 MB), Play Guide Rail Video Part 3 (560 KB) 1 bid. The ATF 55 E was tested with Festool saw blades listed in the Festool catalogue. The dust collection capability of the ATF 55E, when mated to the Festool … Festool 495375 For TS 55 Plunge Saw, 160mm, 20mm Arbor, 48 Tooth, Solid Surface. Play Guide Rail Video Part 1 (1.3 MB), Play Guide Rail Video Part 2 (500 KB) Some dust escapes towards the front at the end of the cut (as the blade exits the workpiece), but that's it. Consequently, you will realize a real cost savings in material (sandpaper) and the time it takes to change it. I believe that scaring craftsmen with lung cancer to push them to buy a dust extractor is the wrong thing to do. If you're working in someone's home, it is especially important to collect your dust and debris. Systainer Case The Festool dust extractor serves as a base for systainer cases, allowing you to wheel them around the shop or to/at a job site. At best, dust is a nuisance in the shop and job site that must be discarded. In fact, when cutting, the saw housing and base provide a near perfect seal since the blade is not exposed (the blade cover is fixed, it does not rotate open like most saws). ), The splinter guard serves its two purposes well providing excellent protection against splintering and providing a zero reference for the guide. Festool Thinks of Everything Page 13 La ATF 55 E ha sido expuesta a pruebas con las hojas de La ATF 55 E a été testée avec les lames de scie présentées sierra Festool expuestas en el catálogo de la casa Festool… ), The no-snag deflector is a simple piece of black plastic that does a good job of preventing the extractor hose and saw's AC cord from snagging the end of the guide. 490651 490651 Switch Atf 55 E is an original Festool part. 2.3300 439972 + Add to Cart. I found the engraved angle lines are accurate, but in use, if I did not set the angle guide (once attached to the guide rail) to a reference board or square, the finished cut was not exactly at the desired angle. $195.43. I have used the guide on melamine without the guide rail clamps and the guide did not slip. CLICK FOR A NOTIFICATION WHEN BACK IN STOCK. Handkreissäge Erstaunlich wenige Leute scheinen davon auszugehen, dass es sich bei einer Handkreissäge um ein Werkzeug zum möglichst effizienten Händeabsägen handelt. Using a dust extractor saves time cleaning up after a job is finished. The saw, guides, accessories, dust collector are all integrated, fitting together like a well-planned system. In conjunction with the Festool MFT (MultiFunction Table), the ATF 55E becomes a formidable crosscut device. We would love to hear from you! Bob Marino of Festool asked if I would try the Festool ATF 55E circular saw in our shop and pass on a review. About the only disappointment I've had with any Festool is that I hadn't waited for the TS 55 once I saw one with all the worthwhile improvements mentioned in this thread. (This is uncommon among the aftermarket cutting guides. Dust collection Item number 496308 Functions. Head Screw M5X40-Taptite - Festool®, 228546 | Disc Din 9021-6,4-100 Hv - Festool®, 200052 | O-Ring 5X1,5-Nbr-70Shore - Festool®, 486744 | Electric Wire At 65 Eb Vollst. There are many good and perhaps obvious reasons to use an efficient dust extractor system. Festool … 496301 Festool Kreissägeblatt HW 160x2,2x20 TF52 FESTOOL 768129 Standard Sägeblatt 160 x 2,2 x 20 Scheintasche W18 Für TS 55, TSC 55 In fact, it's performance is really RARE (Repeatable, Accurate, Reliable, Ergonomic) (okay, I'm getting sappy). Please note that the future price may vary. You must remove the riving knife/splitter to perform pocket/plunge cuts. It's lighter and better balanced than either saw. However, I recommend that anyone who wants a state-of-the-art circular saw and panel cutting system should take a look at the ATF 55E. The plunge action offers several key advantages over conventional saws as I describe in Part 2 of this review. for TS 55, TSC 55, ATF 55, AP 55 Order number: 491952 Panther saw blade 160x2,2x20 PW12 for TS 55, TSC 55, ATF 55, AP 55 Order number: 496301 Show all ... By sending the email address I agree that Festool (Festool UK Ltd, TTS Tooltechnic Systems Ireland Ltd, Festool … Its hose was shipped inside the extractor. A decent panel saw with less versatility, precision, and splinter control will run several times the price of the ATF 55E. Festool Panther-Sägeblatt PW12, Kreissägeblatt mit 12 Zähnen, Zahnform PW, Spanwinkel 20°, passend für TS 55 / TSC 55 / ATF 55 / AP 55, Art.-Nr. The guide rail accessories include an odd-shaped piece of plastic named a deflector. What I Like About the Festool ATF 55E Circular Saw, What I Don't Like About the Festool ATF 55E Circular Saw, Comments From Current/Future Festool Owners. To start cutting, you engage the blade carriage release with your thumb, depress the on/off trigger, and push the blade carriage down against the depth stop. The smaller guide rail was shipped in a box and protected on the inside by 1/4" luan panels. In case you're not familiar with Festool tools, you're not alone. MMToolParts.com All Rights Reserved. Sale price R 19 00 R 19.00 Regular price R 37 00 R 37.00 Save R 18 TEMP SOLD OUT. As long as you do not apply lateral pressure, but do apply downward pressure during a cut, the guides stay in place, even on slick melamine. I like the integration of the ATF 55E, the guide rails, guide rail accessories, the systainers, the dust extractor, and so forth. Not very scientific, but...). However, out of the box, the ATF 55E and its supplied 55" guide rail (and available 106" guide rail) work perfectly in our shop. 1 bid. In response to John's remarks, Christian Oltzscher of FESTOOL USA writes... Was this article helpful? I know all of this, but over the years I have not been a great practioneer in dust collection. C $5.43. Accepts the Fein, Shopsmith, Mr. Nozzle, and other 2-1/2" hoses. The blade is completely enclosed until you begin a cutting operation. I have been using the ATF 55E with my panel cutting table, which I covered with a sheet of �" hardboard. The systainer case included with the ATF 55E is part of a "case" system. Right off I liked the feel of the saw. I know of no other circular saw that provides this feature. Popular . Part 1 includes my usual, like and no like lists. Hopefully, in a week or so we can post pics and possibly more videos of the kitchen remodel (24 feet of cabinets) we're performing, using the Festool tools. In is nice to know that a CEO can articulate the value of his products and is concerned enough about the woodworking community to provide this kind of feedback! 439972 439972 Pin 10,2X45 Atf 55 E is an original Festool part. Festool provides a speed chart and blades (at a reasonable cost) to cover a range of materials including solid surface (Corian), plastics, aluminum, construction lumber, veneer plywoods/melamine. Note: Clicking the hypertext links (bold-faced blue text) and blue-framed images will launch additional content. I found it a bit awkward at first, but after using the saw for 15-20 minutes, it became second nature. Riving Knife - Splitter For your own safety, we recommend that you use only those saw blades. The base was not square with the blade as supplied, but I quickly adjusted it by tweaking the two base adjustment screws. Anyone using the Festool can only hear the Fein. Add to Cart Compare . The adjustable sole plate/guide rail bearings ensure the sole plate fits and slides perfectly along the guide rail. Tenryu. We use shop-made guide rails with our DeWALT and PC saws. When finish sanding with fine grit sandpaper, with some materials, the dust emitted from sanding is actually coarser than the sandpaper itself. ). You must remove the riving knife/splitter to perform pocket/plunge cuts. Wertstraße 20, 73240 Wendlingen, GERMANY Telephone +49 (0) 7024 804 0 E-mail info@festool… (See remarks from Festool USA CEO Christian Oltzscher below.). You must adjust the angle guide for square. All material collected by the Festool ends up in the bag. - Festool®, Wilton Cold Front Cooling Fan Parts | WACF-3037. When combined with a dust extractor, it is more effective at collecting the dust than the PC743, probably because more of the blade is covered. In conjunction with the Festool guide rail, it will cut a straight, accurate, clean line. You can improve sanding results by using a dust extractor. It may be a bit unfair to compare DeWALT and PC saws with the ATF 55E, since they were designed first and foremost as framer's tools, and as such do a fine job. I find double-checking the blade for square or setting the blade depth to an exact setting using a rule was awkward, since the blade does not lock in the extended position. However, in regards to the guide rail accessories, it would be great if there were some method of indexing or locking the angle guide to 0° and perhaps 45°, or perhaps a fixed guide. However, anyone with an open mind realizes the dangers of breathing fine dust particles. Festool offers a large reusable bag, but it is quite expensive. 02:00 minutes Usage. Of course complaining about this is like complaining that you have to deposit a $100,000 lottery check you just won. Festool ATF 55 E Circular Saw. All of the controls are easy to find and use. Festool ATF55-E (488369) Circular Saw Parts, 493223 | Armature Atf 55 E 120V Et-Bg - Festool®, 438779 | Cable With Plug Rs 1 Aus Pvc-Heavy-Duty - Festool® Obsolete, 445905 | Mains Cable Ap 55 E Ch-H05Rn-F - Festool®, 450375 | Cable With Plug Of 900 E Usa-Sjo - Festool®, 432436 | Cable Conduit Rtr 1409 - Festool®, 228736 | Countersink M4X10-Taptite-Kt15 - Festool®, 484550 | Retainer Atf 55 E Vollst. Festool 490835 Atf 55 E/basis/mod Plunge Cut Circular Saw 220v Spare Parts Festool 491583 Atf 55 E Gb Plunge Cut Circular Saw 110v Spare Parts Festool 493318 Ap 88 E Circular Saw Spare Parts Festool 499431 Tsc 55 … An angled slot is cast into its blade housing that shoots the dust directly onto the operator (if standing to the right of the saw). The two aluminum guide rails were also packaged well. 1 Modul CMS-MOD-TS-55-R inkl. Using an efficient dust extractor with a sander significantly extends the life of sandpaper. Zubehör Lieferumfang Bestell­Nr. Its dust collection is far superior to our DeWALT 364 and other circular saws I have owned or used. 26 487566: Festool Gear … Most of the controls are bright green, which contrasts nicely to the saw's black plastic housing. And it is head and shoulders above our primary saws in regards to details such as depth adjustment (accuracy and ease), blade changing, noise levels, and so forth. Item number 496301 Functions. The quality of the cuts I've made with the Festool blade are as good if not better than those of the Forrest, and I performed a significant number of side-by-side tests.