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Post by GhostFist on May 27, 2015 19:37:45 GMT -5
I would say the charge time is longer on my 5.2 amp batteries but seeing as I change them so infrequently it's not a concern.
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Post by heiko on May 28, 2015 11:58:38 GMT -5
These cells are biger and have more reaction surface (and thicker wiring) that's the reason that they run cooler at the same amps than a normal cell
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Post by heiko on Aug 31, 2015 7:53:56 GMT -5
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Post by GhostFist on Aug 31, 2015 11:37:15 GMT -5
Not bad should bring more blade options as well for the kss85. Would like to see a side by side comparison
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Post by skinee on Aug 31, 2015 16:27:11 GMT -5
it appears this new hk85 will ride on the same track as the smaller hk55 this would definitely be an advantage,you would only have to buy the bare tool of either one to have two saw options(three if you count the hkc cordless version),festool now seem to be capitalising on mafells kss technology and extending it,i still prefer red though.
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Post by GhostFist on Aug 31, 2015 16:51:22 GMT -5
With the exception of the kss85, the whole line has been on the market for some time. The only real upgrades needed would be a cordless 300 and an updated cordless 400, 36v LiHD. Haven't seen the up close details of festools 85so I'll reserve judgement. The hk85 also has a grooving attachment that turns it into something similar to mafells grooving option. Seems like a lot of bolt on action though
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Post by wrightwoodwork on Aug 31, 2015 17:11:44 GMT -5
When I was picking up blade sharpening I did have a brief look at the hkc. The first thing I noticed was the hands doesn't leave much room for your hand between the saw guard and felt tight. Height adjustment or setting seemed finicky. That might because I not used to it. The slop adjustment is a nice idea then again the kss saw is never meant for fine furniture. More roofs and floor joists etc and then saying that I've struggled without it. The only real feature I personally wish it has that the kss400 saw haven't is the ability to lift the saw guard from the inside
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Post by aas on Sept 1, 2015 1:52:34 GMT -5
I saw on the FOG that someone complained there wasn't enough room for their hands, I don't find this a problem, but it is the limit I guess. I've had the HKC since launch and it is a great litle saw. If used on a dedicated FS track, it is possible to get super clean cuts even on cheap melamime. I have also tried it with the TS blade and the cut is even cleaner... but I wouldn't recommend this for doing worktops, just 18mm chip. The 5,2ah batts last an age, and I've had no problems cutting upto 75mm joists (of course they need to be flipped to do a second cut). The HK85 looks interesting, it would also be good to have more than one saw that can use the stupidly expensive FSK rails. I'm guessing for you guys that use a saw like this all day, the Mafell pays for itself, but for someone who wants a good cordless circular saw, that can also be used like a KSS, and on a normal guide rail too, it does have all bases covered.
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Post by henrun on Oct 25, 2015 15:29:29 GMT -5
With the exception of the kss85, the whole line has been on the market for some time. The only real upgrades needed would be a cordless 300 and an updated cordless 400, 36v LiHD. Haven't seen the up close details of festools 85so I'll reserve judgement. The hk85 also has a grooving attachment that turns it into something similar to mafells grooving option. Seems like a lot of bolt on action though Looks like Mafell heard you on that. The new offerings from Mafell seem well thought out. I was considering the HKC55 but was reluctant as I have Mafell and Bosch saws and Routers running the FSN rail system. The KSS 60cc is right up my alley. It looks like Metabo batteries on the new Mafell cordless saw and that would make sense and add cross compatibility with other tools, too bad I am not invested in Mafell/Metabo 18V.
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Post by GhostFist on Oct 25, 2015 15:35:43 GMT -5
Well on the 60 it's bosch 36v batteries. What is it about the 60 that you like? Just wondering the appeal to the 60 over the 400. 5mm increased capacity doesn't seem enough for me to warrant another set of blades. Though I suppose it would still do the 55's
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Post by mick on Oct 26, 2015 8:20:46 GMT -5
For me it's the extra cut depth on bevel cuts the 400 is just a bit shy at cutting 45deg on 2x
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Post by dutch on Oct 26, 2015 15:30:45 GMT -5
I'd like to give my thoughts on the HKC55. I bought the saw not long after it came out because it was such a good price for what it is. Since I've had it, I have used it mainnly on 25mm MDF and dry graded 8x2's which it has coped with OK. A fortnight ago I framed a hipped roof with pressure treated 6x2's, the seat cuts were 20 degrees and the timber was wet, the saw really, really struggled. I was going through 3 batteries in 2 hours and the saw kept cutting out.
The adjustment gibs on the saw are a good idea and work fine on the standard rails but if set to take the play out on the HK rails, the saw will not return to the start postition.
In my opinion the saw is fine with dried timber but not powerful enough for damp stuff. For second fix work on the HK rails the adjustment gibs are pointless because the saw doesn't work as it should.
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Post by GhostFist on Oct 26, 2015 18:18:21 GMT -5
I've been using my 300 on pressure treated for the past couple of weeks. if it's really wet it will struggle but I'm constantly amazed at what the little guy will handle.
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Post by GhostFist on Oct 28, 2015 14:07:24 GMT -5
I've been using my 300 on pressure treated for the past couple of weeks. if it's really wet it will struggle but I'm constantly amazed at what the little guy will handle. BTW don't do this with your 300
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Post by jm on Oct 29, 2015 1:20:00 GMT -5
Did you clog it?
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