Thanks for the review! Have had my 55 for years , in fact my first FESTOOL. It has worked for most of my furniture making except for thicker hardwoods. Got a great deal at Festool recon for a 75 and spent the money and have not regretted it!! Bill
Hello. I am 52 years old and I have been making furniture for my new home for a year now. I have a TS 60 KEBQ-Plus-FS plunge-cut saw. At first I bought a Makita but I returned it and bought a TS 60. I am a total amateur and I only build furniture for myself. I work using laminated chipboard. In Poland, plywood is very expensive and furniture is mainly made of furniture chipboard. When I bought Festool, I focused on quality, safety and precision of work. I am very satisfied and I do the vast majority of cuts on my favorite plunge-cut saw, even though I also have a DeWalt DWE7485 table saw. Unfortunately, the poor precision of the DW (only the expensive Freud disc gave a good cutting result) and the small space to work are very good promotions for my Festool. I have appreciated the KickbackStop system many times. Overall, I am very satisfied. However, I have a problem with how to cut a new anti-splinter tape. After the replacement I cut it very badly and have uneven ends, could you explain this process. Or is there a film on the channel that illustrates this? Thank you for your positive approach and professional advice, thanks to your content I learned a lot. Greetings from Poland.
I remember on a Festool live, you mentioned something I haven’t heard repeated, but you showed how a TS 75 can cut 3 sheets of 18mm/0.75” plywood whereas the TS can only do 2 of those sheets. I had never thought about it, but 50% more productivity is a huge difference. If I may make a request, could you do a video on re-calibrating 90° on the track saw? There’s next to no resources on that and I think my track saw is cutting a perfect 90° and that’s kicking my behind on 8/4 when I go to glue up the boards. Thanks again Sedge - have a great Sunday and stay Sharp!
I had a Makita cordless track saw for a while, but I always used it attached to air so when the TS60 came out I switched to it. But I also keep a cheap and remarkably good Wen cordless track saw in the back of my car for breaking down stock to get it to actually fit in the car. It’s a good option for the very infrequent times I want a cordless saw and don’t care about being attached to air.
I have a Cordless Makita tracksaw and the Ts75. Makita does all the easy grunt work...the TS75 can handle the rest. Festool and Makita being able to run on the same tracks is awesome.
I have been wanting a tracksaw for years and when I saw the TS60 was coming I waited a bit longer. I wanted the anti kick back thing. If you have ever caused a kick back you will know the feeling of standing there afterwards while you think about the poor life choices you have made.
É uma verdadeira aula , aqui no Brasil temos um revendedor da festool e simplesmente são máquinas espetaculares, verdadeiro sonho de consumo, muito caro pra realidade do brasileiro aí optamos por Makita sp6000 uma cópia das ts 55 festool , isso é uma afirmação os japoneses copiam muito as ferramentas e tecnologia da gigante festool , obrigado pelas informações ❤
I have a TSC 55 KEB and the blade has gone out of alignment. I cannot see in the manual how to correct this toe in. Can you let me know how to find out how to fix this? Thanks, Brian
Thanks Sedge, I checked with Festool here in the UK and they advised that unlike earlier models, it is not straightforward to adjust the toe in on the KEB. I have decided to send it back to Festool to service and fix this. Hopefully it will be under warranty. Thanks for your prompt reply. Brian
Would the TS75 EQ-F- Plus cut plywood like the 2.2mm blade on the TS55? Was thinking TS75 EQ-F- Plus vs TS60 KEBQ-F-Plus. Except the 60 is Quik (like the drink). Nice video. Subbed. Watched about 15 so far. Plan is to equip a small personal shop with the best - so I have to watch ALL your videos! :) Thanks
Brian, I have a question which may be challenging to answer. About 2 years ago I purchased a Festool AT 65 E tracksaw which had minimal use. Essentially new. This is about 20 years old, has a 2 hp motor with variable speed and 65mm cut (same power as the TS60 but greater depth of cut), and has an aluminium case (as opposed to the current plastic versions) - a heavier machine, but that should not matter on a track. Given this, is there an advantage in purchasing a TS60? Perhaps there is a video in comparing old with new? Regards from Perth, Derek.
Derek.... I believe the AT65 had or has a 2.4 mm kerf blade. The TS60 now has a 1.8 mm blade and it is a smoother quicker cut even through 57 mm hardwood ..... it is truly a night and day difference...
@@sedgetool Brian, will a thin kerf blade for the T60 work on the AT 65 ? Not only fit the arbor, but also cut along the same position on the track? Regards from Perth, Derek
I do 90% rough carpentry and 10% finish carpentry and woodworking. A dumb question, but are these saws too nice to drag up on a roof for precision sheathing work or trimming deck boards? Will they hold up to breaking down 30 4x8 sheets per day?
Great video Sedge! Do you need to worry about the splinter guard between saws? In other words if I use my 75 on the rails I normally use w a TSC55 do I mess up that guard?
Hiya Sedgy! Great review, do all of these use the same track, in other words are they compatible with the same track or are the tracks different sizes?
I work most of the time with my plunge saw because I can saw in a relaxed way. I rarely use the table saw. Thank you Sedge for this Tips . Greetings and Thumbs up .
Thanks for the review! Have had my 55 for years , in fact my first FESTOOL. It has worked for most of my furniture making except for thicker hardwoods. Got a great deal at Festool recon for a 75 and spent the money and have not regretted it!! Bill
Great to hear!
Hello. I am 52 years old and I have been making furniture for my new home for a year now. I have a TS 60 KEBQ-Plus-FS plunge-cut saw. At first I bought a Makita but I returned it and bought a TS 60. I am a total amateur and I only build furniture for myself. I work using laminated chipboard. In Poland, plywood is very expensive and furniture is mainly made of furniture chipboard. When I bought Festool, I focused on quality, safety and precision of work. I am very satisfied and I do the vast majority of cuts on my favorite plunge-cut saw, even though I also have a DeWalt DWE7485 table saw. Unfortunately, the poor precision of the DW (only the expensive Freud disc gave a good cutting result) and the small space to work are very good promotions for my Festool. I have appreciated the KickbackStop system many times. Overall, I am very satisfied. However, I have a problem with how to cut a new anti-splinter tape. After the replacement I cut it very badly and have uneven ends, could you explain this process. Or is there a film on the channel that illustrates this? Thank you for your positive approach and professional advice, thanks to your content I learned a lot. Greetings from Poland.
Thanks for the info....
This is the video I did on the splinter guard...hope this helps..
ruclips.net/video/z_UNrtA1-gU/видео.html
@@sedgetool Great, that's what I meant. Thank you for the very valuable tips. Best regards
I remember on a Festool live, you mentioned something I haven’t heard repeated, but you showed how a TS 75 can cut 3 sheets of 18mm/0.75” plywood whereas the TS can only do 2 of those sheets. I had never thought about it, but 50% more productivity is a huge difference.
If I may make a request, could you do a video on re-calibrating 90° on the track saw? There’s next to no resources on that and I think my track saw is cutting a perfect 90° and that’s kicking my behind on 8/4 when I go to glue up the boards.
Thanks again Sedge - have a great Sunday and stay Sharp!
Thanks for the suggestion .... Have a GREAT weekend Aaron....
I had a Makita cordless track saw for a while, but I always used it attached to air so when the TS60 came out I switched to it. But I also keep a cheap and remarkably good Wen cordless track saw in the back of my car for breaking down stock to get it to actually fit in the car. It’s a good option for the very infrequent times I want a cordless saw and don’t care about being attached to air.
cool
Excellent detailed explanation with regard to 45 degree cuts for each model.👌🏽
Glad it was helpful!
Had my TS-55 REQ since it came out. Great saw. I do mostly sheet goods. Buying today, I think I'd go with the TSC-55. Batteries are convent.
Good choice!
Really good info!! Had a TS55 for years... Meets my need > Love it!!
Right on!
I have a Cordless Makita tracksaw and the Ts75. Makita does all the easy grunt work...the TS75 can handle the rest. Festool and Makita being able to run on the same tracks is awesome.
ok
I have been wanting a tracksaw for years and when I saw the TS60 was coming I waited a bit longer. I wanted the anti kick back thing. If you have ever caused a kick back you will know the feeling of standing there afterwards while you think about the poor life choices you have made.
Great comparison, I’ve got the 55 battery with the newer 1.8mm blade. It’s great but it sounds like I need all of them 😂
yep
Nice review. But really miss the TSV 60 KEBQ in the comparison!
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É uma verdadeira aula , aqui no Brasil temos um revendedor da festool e simplesmente são máquinas espetaculares, verdadeiro sonho de consumo, muito caro pra realidade do brasileiro aí optamos por Makita sp6000 uma cópia das ts 55 festool , isso é uma afirmação os japoneses copiam muito as ferramentas e tecnologia da gigante festool , obrigado pelas informações ❤
Glad it was helpful !!
@@sedgetool yes Always 🙏
Let’s saw I wanted both a 70 and 60, can I use the same tracks and not have to replace the splinter guard when going between saws?
this should answer your question
ruclips.net/video/K06-Wy-jWoY/видео.html
Which ones have the scoring Knife attached for laminates?
TSV 60 ... not featured in this video
@@sedgetool How does that one compare is it similar to the other 60?
I have a TSC 55 KEB and the blade has gone out of alignment. I cannot see in the manual how to correct this toe in. Can you let me know how to find out how to fix this? Thanks, Brian
This will help !!
ruclips.net/video/K06-Wy-jWoY/видео.html
Thanks Sedge, I checked with Festool here in the UK and they advised that unlike earlier models, it is not straightforward to adjust the toe in on the
KEB. I have decided to send it back to Festool to service and fix this. Hopefully it will be under warranty. Thanks for your prompt reply. Brian
Would the TS75 EQ-F- Plus cut plywood like the 2.2mm blade on the TS55? Was thinking TS75 EQ-F- Plus vs TS60 KEBQ-F-Plus. Except the 60 is Quik (like the drink). Nice video. Subbed. Watched about 15 so far.
Plan is to equip a small personal shop with the best - so I have to watch ALL your videos! :)
Thanks
I would go with the TS60
@@sedgetool Well ..... Then I will go there TOO! :)
luvin' the videos.
Brian, I have a question which may be challenging to answer. About 2 years ago I purchased a Festool AT 65 E tracksaw which had minimal use. Essentially new. This is about 20 years old, has a 2 hp motor with variable speed and 65mm cut (same power as the TS60 but greater depth of cut), and has an aluminium case (as opposed to the current plastic versions) - a heavier machine, but that should not matter on a track. Given this, is there an advantage in purchasing a TS60? Perhaps there is a video in comparing old with new? Regards from Perth, Derek.
Derek.... I believe the AT65 had or has a 2.4 mm kerf blade. The TS60 now has a 1.8 mm blade and it is a smoother quicker cut even through 57 mm hardwood ..... it is truly a night and day difference...
@@sedgetool Brian, will a thin kerf blade for the T60 work on the AT 65 ? Not only fit the arbor, but also cut along the same position on the track? Regards from Perth, Derek
I do 90% rough carpentry and 10% finish carpentry and woodworking. A dumb question, but are these saws too nice to drag up on a roof for precision sheathing work or trimming deck boards? Will they hold up to breaking down 30 4x8 sheets per day?
yep... but you may want to consider the HK55 for rough carpentry work
On the 55 saw can't you put the thinner blade on it?
not on the older versions
Great video Sedge! Do you need to worry about the splinter guard between saws? In other words if I use my 75 on the rails I normally use w a TSC55 do I mess up that guard?
This video may answer your question...
ruclips.net/video/K06-Wy-jWoY/видео.html
Hiya Sedgy! Great review, do all of these use the same track, in other words are they compatible with the same track or are the tracks different sizes?
ruclips.net/video/K06-Wy-jWoY/видео.html
Well this is downright useful. Had the 55 and 60 queued up in a cart trying to make the right call just last night. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful !!!
I work most of the time with my plunge saw because I can saw in a relaxed way. I rarely use the table saw.
Thank you Sedge for this Tips .
Greetings and Thumbs up .
Right on
Buy all 3. Duhhhhh. 😅
Yep...I agree !!🤣
When will Festool make a RIGHT handed saw? Those are all left hand friendly….. :-(
I use the saws with my right and my left hands ....
@@sedgetool. That’s awesome for you! How about us with limited use of the left hand?