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- Cat No: FES205551 5568
- SKU: FES205551
- UPC: 4014549377062
Festool HW 160x1,8x20 W28 WOOD UNIVERSAL Circular Saw Blade
At a Glance: 160mm 28 tooth universal wood saw blade for medium cuts in solid wood and panel materials
The Festool HW 160x1,8x20 W28 WOOD UNIVERSAL circular saw blade is the practical all-rounder for everyday wood cutting. Designed for compatible Festool plunge-cut and portable circular saws, this 160mm blade delivers fast, accurate and reliable medium cuts in solid wood, blockboard, plywood, multiplex, chipboard, MDF and HDF. With 28 carbide-tipped teeth and alternating tooth geometry, it is ideal when you need one dependable blade for both rip cuts and cross cuts in wood-based materials.
This blade offers a balanced cutting solution between fast rip cutting and fine finishing. The W tooth shape, medium chip angle and high-quality carbide teeth make it suitable for a wide range of wooden materials and building panels.
Product highlights
- Universal wood blade: Suitable for a broad range of wooden materials and building panels.
- 28 tooth design: Balanced tooth count for medium cuts with good cutting speed and cut quality.
- Alternating teeth: Suitable for both rip cuts and cross cuts in wood-based materials.
- Carbide-tipped teeth: High-quality carbide teeth provide reliable cutting performance and long service life.
- Festool system fit: Designed for selected TS, TSC, HK and HKC saws for precise, efficient work.
Features
- 160mm blade diameter: Suitable for compatible Festool saws using 160mm blades.
- 1.80mm cutting width: Reduced cutting width supports efficient sawing and longer working time.
- 20mm bore: Designed for compatible Festool saws with a 20mm blade arbor.
- 28 teeth: Universal tooth count for medium cutting quality in wood and panel materials.
- W tooth shape: Alternating tooth design for rip cuts and cross cuts.
- Colour coded: Festool colour coding helps make blade selection quicker and easier.
Benefits
- One blade for many wood jobs: Ideal when working with solid wood and common board materials.
- Balanced cut quality: Provides a good middle ground between cutting speed and finish quality.
- Efficient cutting: The reduced cutting width helps the saw move through material more easily.
- Longer service life: Carbide-tipped teeth are made for durability and consistent performance.
- Better system performance: Designed to work smoothly with compatible Festool saws and guide rail setups.
Application
- Medium cuts in wooden materials
- Machining solid wood
- Panel cutting in blockboard
- Cutting plywood and multiplex/multilayered wood
- Cutting raw chipboard
- Cutting MDF and HDF boards
- General workshop, installation and site cutting tasks
Extra Information
- This blade is part of Festool&s WOOD UNIVERSAL range for medium cuts in wood and building panels.
- The 28 tooth layout makes it a versatile option for users who need both cutting speed and good cut quality.
- Use this blade for general wood cutting where an ultra-fine finish or aggressive rip cut is not specifically required.
- For very fast rip cuts in solid wood, use a dedicated WOOD RIP CUT blade.
- For cleaner finishing cuts in coated or veneered boards, use a dedicated WOOD FINE CUT blade.
Pro Tips
- Use this blade as your everyday all-round wood blade for mixed workshop and site work.
- For straighter and cleaner panel cuts, pair the saw with a Festool guide rail.
- Keep the blade clean from resin and adhesive build-up to maintain smooth cutting performance.
- Match the blade to the job: this blade is ideal for medium cuts, but specialist blades will perform better for laminate, aluminium, plastics or very fine finishing cuts.
How to Use
- Disconnect the saw from the power supply or remove the battery before changing the blade.
- Confirm that the blade diameter, bore size and machine compatibility match your saw.
- Select this blade for general medium cuts in wood and wood-based panels.
- Fit the blade with the rotation direction matching the direction shown on the saw.
- Tighten the blade securely according to the saw&s operating instructions.
- Set the correct cutting depth for the material being cut.
- Allow the blade to reach full speed and feed the saw smoothly through the material.
Safety
- Wear eye, ear and dust protection when cutting wood, MDF, HDF, chipboard or panel materials.
- Disconnect the saw from power or remove the battery before fitting or changing the blade.
- Only use the blade on compatible saws with the correct blade diameter, bore size and speed rating.
- Check the blade for damage, missing teeth or cracks before use.
- Make sure the blade is fitted in the correct rotation direction.
- Secure the workpiece properly and keep hands away from the cutting path.
- Allow the blade to stop completely before lifting the saw or removing offcuts.
Specifications
| Description | Spec |
|---|---|
| Brand | Festool |
| Cat No. | FES205551 |
| Festool Article No. | 205551 |
| Product Type | Circular saw blade |
| Model | HW 160x1,8x20 W28 |
| Blade Range | WOOD UNIVERSAL |
| Diameter | 160 mm |
| Cutting Width | 1.80 mm |
| Hole Diameter | 20 mm |
| Number Of Teeth | 28 |
| Chip Angle | 15° |
| Standard Blade Thickness | 1.20 mm |
| Tooth Shape | W |
| Relief Angle | 10° |
| Suitable For | TS 55 F, TSC 55 K, TSC 55 KS, HK 55, HKC 55, HKC 55 K |
| Main Materials | Solid wood, blockboard, plywood, multiplex, raw chipboard, MDF and HDF |
| Main Applications | Medium cuts, rip cuts, cross cuts and general panel cutting in wooden materials |
In the box:
- 1 x Festool HW 160x1,8x20 W28 WOOD UNIVERSAL circular saw blade