Festool Cordless Plunge-Cut Saw TSC 55 KSEB-Basic 18V (576712)

Unmatched Precision, Cordless Freedom: The Ultimate Plunge-Cut Saw.

• Exceptional Power & Runtime: The brushless EC-TEC motor delivers 5,200 rpm for superior cutting performance, optimised with 18V Li-HighPower battery packs for extended operation.
• Enhanced Safety with KickbackStop: The innovative, sensor-based KickbackStop technology reliably protects against dangerous kickbacks during cuts and plunge operations, significantly reducing injury risk and protecting your workpiece.
• Precision and Efficiency: Achieve perfectly splinter-free cuts on both sides with the patented splinterguard and make fast, clean cuts thanks to the specially designed 1.6 mm thin-kerf saw blades.
• Systematic Versatility: Seamless integration with Festool’s guide rails, angle stops, and other accessories ensures precise, repeatable results for diverse applications without complex preparations.

Since 1980, professionals have relied on Festool plunge-cut saws for dependable quality and absolute precision. The TSC 55 KSEB-Basic represents the pinnacle of this expertise: a new generation of cordless plunge-cut saws designed to meet your most demanding challenges with unparalleled accuracy and flexibility.

Experience full power and maximum freedom with this cordless marvel. Immediately ready for use with just one battery pack, it’s perfectly balanced for optimal handling in every application. Unleash its full potential, especially when paired with the high-performance 8.0 Ah Li-HighPower battery pack, ensuring extended runtime and consistent top performance throughout your workday.

The TSC 55 KSEB-Basic excels in cutting performance thanks to its 1.6 mm thin-kerf saw blades, specifically designed for cordless saws. This not only speeds up your work but also extends battery life. The specially configured tooth geometry ensures exceptionally clean cutting results, even in demanding materials.

Your safety is paramount. The intelligent, sensor-based KickbackStop provides reliable protection against dangerous kickbacks when cutting or plunging into the workpiece, dramatically minimising the risk of injury. Combined with the quick-acting brake, you can work with increased confidence and control.

Achieve precise, repeatable mitre cuts effortlessly with an angular range from -1° to 47°. The transparent sliding viewing window offers an excellent view of the saw blade, ensuring optimal orientation for every cut. Blade changes are also quick and convenient thanks to the FastFix spindle stop and sophisticated design.

Elevate your sawing experience with Festool’s intelligently designed system accessories. Guide rails, angle stops, and sawing tables deliver precise results even in complex applications, streamlining your workflow and eliminating the need for extensive preparations or rework. The integrated CLEANTEC bayonet fitting ensures efficient dust extraction, keeping your workspace clean and healthy.

Product information

• Battery voltage (rated voltage): 18 V
• Idle engine speed: 3,500 – 5,200 min⁻¹
• Diameter of the saw blade: 160.00 mm
• Angular range: -1 – 47 °
• Cutting depth: 0 – 55 mm
• Cutting depth 45°: 43 mm
• Dust extraction connection diameter: 27/36 mm
• Product weight without accessories: 3.30 kg
• Transport weight incl. accessories: 6.52 kg
• Drive type: Battery
• A-weighted sound pressure level, LpA: 91.00 dB(A)
• A-weighted sound power level, LWA: 99.00 dB(A)
• Total vibration average, Ah (Sawing wood/metal): 2.50 m/s²
• Performance Features:
• Antistatic function: Prevents static charge accumulation.
• MMC Multi Material Control electronics: Constant adjustable speed and temperature monitor.
• Splinter guard: Patented system for splinter-free cuts on both sides.
• FastFix: Simplifies tool and saw blade changes.
• Guide system: Patented system for safe guidance.
• CLEANTEC: Integrated bayonet fitting for dust extractor connection.
• EC-TEC motor: Brushless, high-power, energy-efficient drive concept.
• Quick-acting brake: For safe work.
• Kickback stop: Prevents dangerous kickbacks, protecting user and workpiece.

Usage

• Achieve precise circular cuts in various materials up to 55 mm thick, including panel materials.
• Perfect for cutting recesses in doors, kitchen worktops, and wall cladding with accuracy.
• Trim interior doors to size efficiently and precisely, especially when used with a guide rail.
• Ideal for producing expansion joints, making repairs to parquet flooring, and creating shadow gaps.
• For optimal performance and extended runtime, pair with Festool 8.0 Ah Li-HighPower battery packs.
• Always use the recommended Festool guide rails for straight, accurate, and repeatable cuts.
• Connect to a Festool mobile dust extractor via the CLEANTEC system for a cleaner and healthier working environment.

Frequently asked questions

• What battery is recommended for optimal performance? For ultimate run time and top performance, we recommend using the 8.0 Ah Li-HighPower battery pack. It is also compatible with the 5.0 Ah Li-HighPower battery pack.
• What safety features does the TSC 55 KSEB-Basic offer? It features the innovative, sensor-based KickbackStop to minimise injury risk from kickbacks and a quick-acting brake for immediate blade stop.
• Can I use this saw for precise angled cuts? Yes, the saw allows for simple, precise, and repeatable mitre cuts by setting angles from -1° to 47°.
• Is the saw compatible with Festool guide rails? Absolutely, the TSC 55 KSEB-Basic is fully integrated with Festool’s guide system for safe, precise, and repeatable cutting.
• How easy is it to change the saw blade? The FastFix spindle stop and sophisticated design make saw blade changes extremely quick and convenient.

Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including eye and hearing protection, when operating power tools. Read the instruction manual thoroughly before use.