Festool KS 120 REB Compound Mitre Saw
The Festool KS 120 REB is a high-quality sliding compound mitre saw manufactured by Festool, a German power tool company known for precision woodworking equipment. This professional-grade tool combines exceptional cutting capacity with a compact and lightweight design, making it suitable for both workshop and on-site applications. The saw is particularly valued among woodworking professionals, carpenters, and decorators for its precision engineering and attention to detail.
The KS 120 REB features a 260mm diameter blade and a powerful 1600W motor capable of speeds between 1400-3400 RPM, allowing it to handle a wide range of cutting tasks with efficiency and accuracy. The tool is designed to provide the precision needed for high-quality finished results while incorporating numerous detail-oriented solutions that facilitate accurate and comfortable operation.
Distinguished by its twin-column guide system with spherical bushings on both sides, the KS 120 REB maintains the carriage precisely on course across extra-large columns. This double-sealed mechanism ensures an extremely long service life with zero play, resulting in cuts of exceptional accuracy. The saw's design incorporates a dual-line laser that provides clear indication of the cutting line, further enhancing precision.
The tool offers impressive versatility in cutting applications. It can handle cross-cuts up to 305 × 88mm at 90 degrees, with special cutting positions allowing for depths up to 120mm. This makes it ideal for trimming skirting boards and cornices, cutting panels, trimming crown moldings in their original wall position, and processing square timber and beams up to 88mm thick.
Available in both 110V and 240V versions to accommodate different regional standards and worksite requirements, the Festool KS 120 REB comes with a 60-tooth universal saw blade, a bevel for angle transfer, and a workpiece clamp as standard equipment. The tool is also designed with safety in mind, featuring a soft start function, electronic brake, and dust extraction facility to maintain cleaner working conditions.
The Festool KS 120 REB represents the manufacturer's commitment to producing professional-grade tools that combine precision, versatility, and ergonomic design for demanding applications in woodworking and construction trades.
Technical Specifications
The Festool KS 120 REB is engineered with precision components and high-performance specifications to deliver professional-grade cutting results:
Power and Performance
Power Consumption: 1600W, providing substantial cutting power for a wide range of materials
Idle Engine Speed: 1400-3400 RPM, allowing for variable speed depending on material requirements
Saw Blade Diameter: 260mm, providing substantial cutting capacity
Bore Size: 30mm (with 25.4/20mm adapters available)
Cutting Capacities
Cutting Depth 90°/90°: 305 × 88mm (width × height)
Cutting Depth at 45°/90°: 215 × 88mm
Special Cutting Depth 90°/90°: 60 × 120mm
Cutting Depth 50°/90° (left): 196 × 88mm
Cutting Depth 60°/90° (right): 152 × 88mm
Cutting Depth 45°/45° (left): 215 × 55mm
Cutting Depth 45°/45° (right): 215 × 35mm
Crown Molding Diagonal Cut 45°/90°: 168mm
Angle Settings
Inclination/Bevel Angle: 47° left and right
Mitre Angle: 50° left and 60° right
Mitre Stop Angles: 0°, 22.5°, 30°, 45°, providing quick settings for common angles
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (W × D × H): 713 × 500 × 470mm
Weight: 23.1kg (without accessories)
Dust Extraction Connection Diameter: 27/36mm, compatible with standard Festool dust extraction systems
Cable Length: 3.5-4m depending on model variant
Sound Specifications
Standard Equipment
Saw Blade: 60-tooth universal saw blade (HW 260 × 2.5 × 30 W60)
Tools: Hex key (WAF 6)
Accessories: Workpiece clamp, bevel
Variants
Available in 110V and 240V versions to suit different regional power supplies and worksite requirements
Design and Features
The Festool KS 120 REB stands out in the compound mitre saw market with its innovative design elements that focus on precision, versatility, and user experience:
Twin-Column Guide System
The saw features a unique twin-column guide with two bearings for exceptional precision
Spherical bushings on both sides offer a double layer of protection to keep the carriage precisely on course across extra-large columns
The guide system is double-sealed for an extremely long service life, always exact and with zero play
This design allows the saw to move smoothly along the rails, maintaining alignment during the entire cutting action
Dual-Line Laser Guidance
The KS 120 REB includes a dual-line laser system that provides an accurate indication of the cutting line
This feature allows users to see precisely where the blade will cut before making contact with the material
The dual lines enhance accuracy for both straight and bevel cuts
Fine Adjustment System
The saw provides fine adjustment of the saw blade angle accurate to the millimeter from the front of the machine
This precision adjustment allows for extremely accurate angle cuts essential for fine woodworking and professional finishing
The adjustment can be made from the front of the machine, improving ergonomics and workflow
Special Cutting Position
The KS 120 REB features a special cutting position for depths up to 120mm
This allows users to cut strip material vertically against the stop or trim coving and cornices in their "original wall position"
The feature eliminates the need for complex calculations when cutting crown moldings
FastFix Saw Blade Changing System
The FastFix system allows for quick and easy blade changes
This feature enables rapid adaptation to different working materials
The system includes a spindle lock for safe and efficient blade replacement
Construction and Material Quality
The saw features a high-quality cast magnesium base that provides stability while keeping weight to a minimum
Ribbing and strategic reinforcement increase rigidity for precision cutting
The design balances durability with portability for a professional tool that can be transported between job sites
Safety and Control Features
MMC electronics for safe working with variable speed preselection
Soft start function to reduce startup torque
Integrated electronic brake for quick blade stoppage
Overload protection to prevent motor damage
Dust Management
Built-in dust extraction facility compatible with Festool's dust management systems
Connection ports for 27mm or 36mm hoses
Enhanced dust collection helps maintain a cleaner working environment and improves visibility during cutting operations
Ergonomics and Handling
Compact and lightweight design for convenient transportation
The saw's dimensions and handle placement are optimized for ease of carrying
Workpiece clamp included for secure material holding during cutting operations
Pull-out extension table for reliable and accurate support of long workpieces