The Festool HK 55 portable circular saw. The new mitre-saw system for more independence combines precision and efficiency with a high level of user-friendliness, optimised ergonomics and ease of use. Features such as the cutting depth adjustment with plunge cut function, pendulum hood remote control, guide wedge and FastFix saw blade change, for example, provide the best possible working conditions.
Strengths and benefits
High-torque 1200 W motor with power electronics ensures constant power when sawing
Safe and easy handling thanks to the cutting depth adjustment with plunge function, pendulum hood remote control and guide wedge
Angle adjustment with central clamping mechanism from 0 to 50 degrees
Main areas of use
Rip and cross cuts in materials up to 55 mm thick
Cutting roof battens to length
Sawing lining boards/shuttering to size
Sawing boards to size
Cutting chipboard to size
Items included
Circular saw blade WOOD STANDARD HW 160 x 1, 8 x 20 W18
Hex key, WAF 5
Systainer SYS3 M 337
Technical details
Power consumption: 1 200 W
Idle engine speed: 2 000 - 5 400 min⁻¹
Saw blade diameter: 160.00 mm
Angular range: 0 - 50 °
Cutting depth 0°, 90°: 0 - 55 mm
Cutting depth 45°/50°: 42/38 mm
Dust extraction connection diamater: 27/36 mm
Product weight: 4.40 kg
Drive type: Mains
Sawing wood: Total vibration average, Ah: 2.50 m/s²
Sawing metal: A-weighted sound power level, LWA: 100.00 dB(A)
Sawing metal: Standards series EN: 62841
Sawing metal: Uncertainty (noise) K: 3.00 dB
Key Features
The quick-acting closure - Coupling the HKC 55, HK 55 and HK 85 with the FSK cross cutting guide rail, which is available in three lengths, is incredibly easy. In no time at all, you have a mobile, easy-to-handle compound mitre saw system for precise and accurately angled cuts.
Stop System - The fixed positioning bolt and the adjustable stop allow angled cuts from –60° to +60° to be made and repeated exactly. For simple work, the most common angle settings are locked into place in the rail.
The retraction function - To ensure it is always ready for use, the cross cutting guide rail has an adjustable stop and an integrated rubber spring, which automatically brings the HK/HKC back to the starting position.
Pendulum hood remote control - To enable a clear view of the saw blade, the pendulum guard can be moved backwards from the front handle. This uncovers the saw blade and ensures your hands always remain at a safe distance from the saw blade.
Guide wedge - The guide wedge enables unobstructed, stress-free and therefore safe sawing. As it is integrated into the spring-mounted pendulum hood, it is also possible to carry out plunge cuts in a safe and unobstructed way.
Viewing window and gauge marker - The open construction and the viewing window on the inside provide a good view of the scribe mark and saw blade. The continuous gauge marker also increases precision.
Easy depth adjustment - Simply push the lever and set the desired cutting depth using the clearly visible and easy-to-read scale, then release – and you're done. When combined with the plunge cut function, you can also make plunge cuts to the preset cutting depth easily and conveniently.
FastFix saw blade change - Quick, one-handed and with no need for tools. Saves time and improves quality, because working with a material-specific saw blade goes without saying.
Scribe mark = cut - Precision work even for mitre cuts of up to 50° (HKC 55, HK 55) and 60° (HK 85). When sawing in combination with the guide or cross cutting guide rail, the scribe line will always follow the cutting edge exactly, even when mitre cutting.
Precision guidance - The HK 55 demonstrates its versatility when combined with the Festool guide rail system, too.