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The Festool Panther 160mm Rip Cut Saw Blade is designed for professionals and serious woodworkers who require high-speed, efficient ripping in solid hardwood and softwood. This specialized blade offers exceptional cutting progress, making it an ideal choice for furniture building and large-scale carpentry projects; however, because of its low tooth count and aggressive geometry, it is optimized for speed rather than fine finish quality, meaning a secondary finishing pass may be required for decorative surfaces.
| Model Part Number | 205550 |
|---|---|
| Brand | FESTOOL |
While it can cut plywood, the 12-tooth count is optimized for solid wood ripping and may cause excessive splintering on veneer surfaces; a higher tooth count blade is recommended for plywood.
This blade is designed for Festool saws with a 20mm arbor. Please verify your specific saw's arbor size and blade diameter requirements before installation.
If you notice increased resistance when pushing the saw through the wood, visible burning marks, or if the cut quality significantly drops, it is time to have the carbide teeth professionaly resharpened.
The cutting width (kerf) of the Festool 205550 blade is 1.8mm.
It is not recommended. The aggressive tooth geometry and low tooth count will result in a very rough cut when cutting across the wood grain.
Verify that your guide rail is properly clamped and that you are maintaining consistent pressure against the rail throughout the cut.
Check if the blade teeth are coated with resin buildup; clean the blade and ensure your feed rate is consistent—moving too slowly can cause friction burns.
Ensure the blade is tightened securely to the arbor and check for any debris on the flange surfaces that might be preventing a flush seat.
To install the blade, ensure your Festool saw is disconnected from power or that the battery is removed. Use the integrated spindle lock on your TS or HK saw to remove the arbor bolt, seat the 160mm blade onto the 20mm arbor, and tighten securely. This blade is compatible with the TS 55 T, TSC 55 K, HK 55, and HKC 55 series. To maintain performance, clean the blade periodically using a resin remover to prevent pitch buildup. Always inspect the carbide teeth for signs of chipping before starting a major project, and store the blade in its original packaging or a dedicated blade case to protect the tooth geometry from accidental impact.
