Have You Chosen The Correct Track Saw ?

[@AaronGeller]

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!

[@sedgetool]

Thanks for the suggestion .... Have a GREAT weekend Aaron....

[@billmellon3517]

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

[@sedgetool]

Great to hear!

[@tellthemborissentyou]

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.

[@warrensmith2902]

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.

[@sedgetool]

Good choice!

[@Trickmanii]

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.

[@sedgetool]

ok

[@barriowoodworks]

Excellent detailed explanation with regard to 45 degree cuts for each model.👌🏽

[@sedgetool]

Glad it was helpful!

[@EdRopple]

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.

[@sedgetool]

cool

[@joebeaton1101]

Really good info!! Had a TS55 for years... Meets my need > Love it!!

[@sedgetool]

Right on!

[@brianjenkins7989]

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

[@sedgetool]

This will help !! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWGZXoqvYs-Kpbs

[@brianjenkins7989]

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

[@AVSMedical1]

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?

[@sedgetool]

This video may answer your question... kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWGZXoqvYs-Kpbs

[@derekcohen1000]

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.

[@sedgetool]

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...

[@derekcohen1000]

@@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

[@RonGuilbault]

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?

[@sedgetool]

this should answer your question kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWGZXoqvYs-Kpbs

[@AF-O6]

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?

[@sedgetool]

yep... but you may want to consider the HK55 for rough carpentry work

[@markpalmer3071]

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 😂

[@sedgetool]

yep

[@mrgunn2726]

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?

[@sedgetool]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWGZXoqvYs-Kpbs

[@robbedoes21]

Nice review. But really miss the TSV 60 KEBQ in the comparison!

[@sedgetool]

ok

[@Out-O-Here]

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

[@sedgetool]

I would go with the TS60

[@Out-O-Here]

@@sedgetool Well ..... Then I will go there TOO! :) luvin' the videos.

[@Eagle1836]

Which ones have the scoring Knife attached for laminates?

[@sedgetool]

TSV 60 ... not featured in this video

[@Eagle1836]

@@sedgetool How does that one compare is it similar to the other 60?

[@kb6dxn]

On the 55 saw can't you put the thinner blade on it?

[@sedgetool]

not on the older versions

[@marcosbatista6227]

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 ❤

[@sedgetool]

Glad it was helpful !!

[@marcosbatista6227]

@@sedgetool yes Always 🙏

[@Benmeglei1]

Buy all 3. Duhhhhh. 😅

[@sedgetool]

Yep...I agree !!🤣

[@milandjordjevic5949]

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 .

[@sedgetool]

Right on

[@PaintballMasterMind]

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!

[@sedgetool]

Glad it was helpful !!!

[@shockdocracing]

When will Festool make a RIGHT handed saw? Those are all left hand friendly….. :-(

[@sedgetool]

I use the saws with my right and my left hands ....

[@shockdocracing]

@@sedgetool. That’s awesome for you! How about us with limited use of the left hand?