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I doubt that will happen. There are new regulations in the USA for all construction that might disturb lead based paint. The reason that Festool USA is doing it because the old HEPA filters that...

I think what you are experiencing is normal based on my own personal experience and that of many users from Festool USA's forum. All of the Rotex sanders run pretty hot, even more so when they are...

Very cool. Anyone want to start guessing what the new tools will be??

You need a 1/2" or 12mm shim (plywood shown in the image below) between the extension top and the mounting bracket to make the extension flush with the MFT. You will also need long bolts once the...

I assume you mean the older model MFT tables, the MFT 1080 and 800, not the MFT/3. Not that it really matter since the answer is same, no, none of the other tables connect to the MFT/3-Kapex.

I did a review of the parallel guides a couple of years ago, you can check it out on my website. The guides are nice but they also have some draw drawbacks. Overall I like them.
Review of the...

Craig, the EQ does have the Plug-It (detachable) cord. I couldn't fine any info on the other two models so I'm not sure what they are. As for useful accessories, I think you'll want to look at the...

Well, the right angle and eccentric chucks set the Festool drills apart. I also think Festool's Centrotec quick change bit system is one of the bast out there. The drills themselves are first too...

I'd guess you have the old version of the bag like I do. The new version doesn't have large outside pocket for the 800mm rail.

There is a version of the CT26/CT36 vacs that have the auto cleaning feature that are available in Europe (and maybe Downunder as well). I'm pretty sure the CT26 I compared the pricing with did not...

Justin, the Protool vac is 48 liters with the auto cleaning function, I think that would explain the big price difference.

I have a set, I did a review a couple of years ago. Review of the Festool Parallel Guides

The hose garage isn't needed to fit the Workcenter, at least not on my N. American versions. Also works with the boom arm.

BTW, it is possible to make the Workcenter work with the CT Midi/Mini...

Here's my review, I plan on updating as I get more hands on time with the Workcenter.
Review of the Festool Workcenter WCR 1000

You guys are going to love the new T-Locs, so much easier to use! :2tsup:



Tanos makes the Systainers for Festool and numerous other companies. Festool, Tanos, Protool and other companies are...

I've had a day to play with the new Workcenter and I have to say so far I really like it. Here's a quick video I shot today.

YouTube - Festool Workcenter

Well, it is and it isn't. It's featured on Festool USA's blog and I would expect to see it March first on the regular site.
The new Festool Workcenter WCR 1000

I've pre-ordered one, when it...

I've found the Centrotec brad point drill and forstner bits to be of outstanding quality. I have no experience with the Colt 5 Star bits so I can't give you a comparison. BTW, I also have the...

Brett, I've got some of their specialty bits and they are first rate. I wouldn't bother with expense of Festool bits for the common profiles, Whitesides are also top notch and are about half to two...

Well, I'm a Yank, here are some of my thoughts. We don't get all of the tools, and the ones we do get arrive here a year or more later than you get them (and we don't have the ProTool brand here.) ...

I think the first thing to look at is if your blade is dulI. From your description it doesn't sound like the splitter is out of alignment. The track isn't going to become misaligned but the saw...

That someone is Rick Christopherson, here's the link: http://www.waterfront-woods.com/festool/Domino_DF_500.pdf

Jill, I'd guess there is dust causing the one of the lasers to be a little dimmer than the other.

Jim, Festool offers a 4 mm cutter and tenons for 1/2" or 12 mm stock. I'm sure you could use them with your 10 mm ply although the tenon won't be centered in the ply. Spacing isn't critical on...

I think you'd be father ahead using the Domino on a perfectly flat work surface. It doesn't take much error in alignment of the tool before it affects joint. In other words, if your stock is...

Did you read the manual? :no: :U

Here's a link to what Rob is talking about (you can thanks Rob because this is from his review).
Kapex review

The info you want is about half way down the...

There is a product out of the USA called the Qwas square for the Festool guide rails. Great product for making square cuts. I don't it it would be worth the cost of importing one or not. They retail...

I have one of these and from my limited experience it's been a nice accessory. One advantages you have over the aluminum spacers is you're not limited to a select number of spacings. The MGS can be...

How to use the Parallel guides with the LR32 hole drilling system.

All text and photos by Brice Burrell, copyright 2010.

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When I...

I'd like to add a few things to this discussion. The car industry doesn't recall vehicles because of a small number of incidents (generally speaking) and they certainly don't do it for for the good...

Sorry, I didn't see this post before. Yes, 250 mm blades do work in the Kapex. There are several companies in the US reboring the arbor of 10" (250 mm) blades to fit the Kapex.

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I was wrong about the new Granat abrasive. I had it backwards, Granat is made for solvent based VOC finishes and other hard finishes.

As it turns out, this is not correct, you aren't going to be able to carve with the new Carvex jigsaw. Festool USA's CEO set the record straight on the FOG forum.

I've never worked with the stuff so you may be right Justin about a blade with fewer teeth, a rip blade or the 36T universal blade. The high tooth count of the solid surface/laminate blade at full...

I think this sound advice. I'm sure there is some improvement in performance of the abrasives but I doubt it's enough to discard the old sanding pad. I'm taking Rod's approach and replacing my 150 mm...

I'm wasn't familiar with Durra panel so I looked it up. I assume the density and thickness of the products makes it so difficult to cut. I have two recommendations you may want to try. First is a...

Anthony is right, this is a safety issue so the problem needs to fixed correctly. I meant my reply to get you back up and running until you have time to get it looked at.

This has been discussed on the FOG forum. Check out Rob's reply number 7 here: KAPEX update

And this thread seems to have a long term fix:...

I'm glad it all worked out for you. I agree this is a bit strange that Festool doesn't make this info more readily available. Although, both of my ETS125 and DTS400 worked fine without any break in...

I'm unfamiliar with this type of finish. As was already touched on, some caution is in order when sanding tough finishes so you don't damage wood, especially if it is a veneered surface. Also if...

Brian, I have a few ideas on what could be happening. The first thing that comes to mind is a mistake in setting the fence height correctly. I'll assume you are indexing the the Domino off the base...

I'm sorry, I meant the new CT 26 and 36 vacs. The older 22/33 models are available in the US.

Too bad the CT vacs won't make it to the US in the near future. BTW, that's 10 thumbs up. :U

What material did you sand and what abrasive did you use?

I'm glad to help out. :2tsup:

Hello, welcome to the world of Festool. Yes, all of the options for Festool abrasives can be confusing at first. I'll give you a quick rundown on each type of abrasive.


Rubin: Its made for...

Your not alone, other have had this problem before too. The small Festool sanders work better a the 6-8 hour break-in period. During this time the motor's brushes seat (wear in to fit the armature)....

The part number is correct but the image shown on the Festool USA site is not correct (it's the OF1010 and part of the older model OF1000 edge guide). I searched the Festool Germany and Australia...

David, I hate when someone posts when they see a good deal on Ebay, while they mean well it only prevents guys like you from getting a the good deal. Too bad.

The screw holes were the exact right place too, wow. :U Great looking wood.