{"product_id":"festool-578303","title":"Festool 18V 6-1\/4 in. Cordless Carpentry Saw HKC 55 KEB-F-Basic (Bare Tool) 578303","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Festool HKC 55 KEB-F-Basic (578303) is an 18V cordless circular carpentry saw designed to deliver high torque, accuracy, and efficiency across jobsite framing, timber construction, decking, and finishing work. Powered by a brushless EC-TEC motor and advanced electronics, this saw is optimized for 18V battery operation—particularly with Festool's TBX 8 Tabless Battery or 5.0 Ah Li-HighPower pack—to maximize cutting power and runtime per charge. Supplied as a bare tool inside a Systainer SYS3 M 337 storage case, the HKC 55 KEB-F-Basic handles rip cuts, cross-cuts, and compound angle cuts in solid wood, OSB, chipboard, and profile boards up to 2-1\/8 in. (55 mm) thick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOperational safety and material protection are led by sensor-based KickbackStop technology, which detects binding and stops the motor and blade in a fraction of a second. An integrated riving knife helps prevent material pinch during continuous rip cuts, while a built-in thumb lever lets the operator safely retract the pendulum guard for a clear view of the blade during plunge cuts. The saw features a spring-supported plunge mechanism with an easy-to-read depth scale, FastFix spindle stop for quick blade changes, and an articulating 360-degree dust extraction port compatible with Festool dust extractors or the optional SB\/2-TSC\/HKC dust bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for seamless jobsite versatility, the HKC 55 KEB-F-Basic integrates directly with Festool FSK cross-cutting guide rails (available in 250 mm, 420 mm, and 670 mm cutting lengths) to function as a mobile miter saw system with integrated angle stops from -60 degrees to +60 degrees and an automatic return feature. It is also fully compatible with standard Festool FS guide rails for long, dead-straight rip cuts. When beveling from 0 degrees to 50 degrees, the saw maintains alignment so the scribe line always matches the actual cut line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrushless EC-TEC Motor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers long motor service life, high cutting torque, and efficient battery performance under heavy cutting loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensor-Based KickbackStop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Detects binding instantly to stop blade rotation, reducing jobsite disruptions and protecting the workpiece and operator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/16 In. Thin-Kerf Blade System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specially designed 1.6 mm thin-kerf saw blades reduce motor load to increase cutting speed and extend battery runtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFSK Cross-Cutting Rail Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects to FSK guide rails to create a portable miter saw system with repeatable angle stops from -60 degrees to +60 degrees and automatic return.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFS Guide Rail Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounts on standard Festool FS guide rails for precise, splinter-free rip and panel cuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0° to 50° Bevel Adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precise angle setting ensures consistent beveling, with the scribe line matching the cut line at any angle setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring-Supported Plunge Function:\u003c\/strong\u003e Depth adjustment lever and scale enable accurate preset plunge cuts and controlled entry into sheet goods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuard Thumb Lever:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conveniently located lever allows safe manual retraction of the lower guard for unobstructed view during cut alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Riving Knife:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps the kerf open to prevent blade pinching and stress-free cutting in solid timber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFastFix Spindle Stop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lockable arbor mechanism makes saw blade changes fast and simple using the onboard hex key.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWOOD STANDARD HW 160 x 1.6 x 20 W18 Circular Saw Blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5 mm Hex Key\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSystainer SYS3 M 337 Storage Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Basic model (578303) is supplied as a bare tool without batteries, chargers, or guide rails, making it ideal for users who already own Festool 18V batteries, chargers, or FSK cross-cutting rails. For full cordless operation, pair with Festool BP 18 TBX 8 or 5.0 Ah Li-HighPower battery packs and an SCA 16 or TCL 6 charger.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Festool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44808142061661,"sku":"FT578303","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/1342\/3453\/files\/89119969-2e69-11f1-8a70-005056b3ad01_1600_1200.webp?v=1787749193","url":"https:\/\/beavertools.com\/products\/festool-578303","provider":"Beaver Industrial Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}