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Post by Mark on Jan 1, 2016 4:36:41 GMT -5
Does kss 300 have a brushless motor? No. But the cordless version, the KSS 40 18m, is. |
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Post by mwesterman on Apr 13, 2016 12:30:44 GMT -5
New topic:
Festool is currently in Georgia with their cross-country Festool Roadshow. They have demos and allow attendees to handle the tools. I talked to an emplyee at a Woodcraft store in Atlanta where they have already hosted this roadshow. Festool is also showing off new as yet unadvertised tools, one of which is a small track saw (I assume to be KSS300 size), but with no flexible track. Does anyone know anything further on this new Festool saw?
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Post by Eoj on Apr 13, 2016 18:46:23 GMT -5
New topic: Festool is currently in Georgia with their cross-country Festool Roadshow. They have demos and allow attendees to handle the tools. I talked to an emplyee at a Woodcraft store in Atlanta where they have already hosted this roadshow. Festool is also showing off new as yet unadvertised tools, one of which is a small track saw (I assume to be KSS300 size), but with no flexible track. Does anyone know anything further on this new Festool saw? Check the Festool Owners Group forum for info on the HK 55 . |
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Post by GhostFist on Aug 28, 2016 6:23:37 GMT -5
I've just got to handle festool's new saw, didn't get to cut anything with it though. It is larger and much heavier than the 300/40. the track is longer both ways as it can miter 60 degrees to the left or right. The only kss saws I've handled have been my 300 and my 40 so the size and weight of the hk55 (9.4lbs) took me by surprise. I found it a bit awkward to manipulate. Don't know how it compares to a 400 or a 60 as those saws are it's true competitors.
The kss 300 or the 40's advantage is it's size and weight coupled with surprising power. I'm able to get it in to tighter spots while still being able to use it for heavier work. it's a super compact adaptable machine and the only thing like it on the market.
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Post by MrToolJunkie on Aug 28, 2016 12:54:31 GMT -5
GhostFist - do you find not having variable speed an issue with the 300/40? Are there any set limits for depth? In one of the vids it looked like the user pulled the raise/fall lever out a little bit and it looked like there were set stops, but I think that it was just the video and that this is not the case. But would be good to get a definitive. Also, I know I have asked this before - but I do not think this has a soft-start motor - but is the torque all that much that it kicks or since it is smaller it is really a non-issue?
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Post by GhostFist on Aug 28, 2016 17:23:06 GMT -5
Soft start is a non issue for both the 300 and the 40. There is no variable speed, but you'll be impressed with cut quality despite this. The parallel rise and fall has no set detects. It takes a little practice to plunge in to a specific depth then lock off at that desired depth but it becomes natural after a while.
While I don't own any other kss saws, I still believe these saws, and the 40 in particular, are the most versatile for any Carpenter, compared to any brand's equivalent including other mafell offerings.
This saw is only useless to those who never cut under 1 1/2"
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Post by MrToolJunkie on Aug 28, 2016 23:34:42 GMT -5
Thanks -- I am leaning more toward adding the 300 to supplement my 80. That way I have all my bases covered - 300 for most things and then the 80 for all my 8/4 and where power is needed.
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Post by jozsefkozma on Aug 29, 2016 3:07:25 GMT -5
I owe a 300 and the HKC Both a delight to use But will have to make some decisions Will go to Tool Nut Tuesday  |
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Post by GhostFist on Aug 29, 2016 3:59:22 GMT -5
My experience with the hk, is nothing more than picking it up and fiddling with the buttons so my opinions aren't based on practical use
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Post by hawkyjoiner on Oct 1, 2016 7:56:28 GMT -5
Hi guys I have been using the kss40 that my friend has on a few jobs now and it's great and I am thinking of getting one soon but u was working in a bedroom on Thursday doing oak skirtings a door frame facings and checks and window finishings all with the kss40 and a didn't have to leave the room at all but it was quite messy with dust when I was finished and I emptied the bag twice do u guys think that the kss300 with dust extraction would be a better buy a don't mind setting up the transformer and extractor to do jobs
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Post by wrightwoodwork on Oct 1, 2016 14:29:07 GMT -5
As handy as cordless is if you have power for dust extraction, I would be inclined to go for the kss 300
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Post by GhostFist on Oct 2, 2016 9:23:08 GMT -5
You can still hook the 40 up to an extractor. My festool is equipped with a remote start that i use with the aerofix, my erika, and the kss 40. I believe you can get a 300 for cheaper now but imo the 40bl is a worthwhile upgrade.
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Post by dunk1976 on Oct 4, 2016 13:44:41 GMT -5
How does the remote start work?
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Post by holmz on Oct 4, 2016 15:23:27 GMT -5
How does the remote start work? Like a car door lock and alarm fob with RF. |
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Post by GhostFist on Oct 4, 2016 15:39:36 GMT -5
there's a module panel on the festool ct vacs. A lad on the FOG is manufacturing a remote start module. Essentially you leave your vac in the auto position and just turn it on/off with a wee remote. I'll dig up a link.
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