Hi,

        Any thoughts on the new  features?  They look great to me.  Of course no one has one yet but that won't keep us from talking about it 

                        I especially like the quick change base idea. I think it inherently upgrades other features that are on the OF1400 besides just being quick change.  The copy rings can be tight fitting but still quick change. The offset for the guide rail is much better than  the foot (maybe Daviddubya gave them this idea )

         What do the rest of you like / dislike?

                     

Seth


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360 Degree Dust Shroud
Tool-less Base System
The Chip Deflector, Template Guides and other base accessories are attached using a magnetic, self-centering retainer and held in place UNDER the base plate.
30 Degree Handle Offset for Ergonomics
Balance - Not Top Heavy
Plunge Depth - 70mm + 10mm (allows collet to plunge BELOW the base for templates and an alternative position for bit changes)
One Twist Plunge Lock
Double Locking Plunge Columns
Dust Collection Tube and Power Cord are positioned at the top, great in combination with the Boom Arm but it keeps them out of the way.
2mm Offset On Stop Turret for finish pass
1/10mm Micro-Adjustments on plunge depth, guide rail adapter and parallel edge edge
Available Base Accessory Kit


There's a few quick ones that come to mind...

I personally think the new handle configuration lends itself to an OF 2200 beer stein

I have just entered pricing for the OF 2200 Accessories.  I am still looking for some pics, but at least there is pricing on the page so you can weigh the value of purchasing in the kit or individually the templates you may need.

OF 2200 Accessories Prices

T

I am curious as to that one as well.  There is an extra guide with the mm set but I can't fig'r out the other $72.00.  Perhaps Shane can shed some light?  Otherwise, I am all over it.

Timmy

 I concur Doctor

T

From a dealer standpoint it is going to be fun learning about these tools first hand.  I currently have perhaps just a tad bit more info than (as they say in the south sometimes,) y'all.  I will do my best to expedite any information that comes forth!!!  I am hoping to get more pictures, and perhaps get my hands on some manuals that I can post.

There is a ton of what I call "anticipatory anxiety" regarding these tools.  They all look super to me! 

In answer to the green lever, I think you are right Seth.  It looks like it has an offset stop on the rod.  Festool has put so much thought into the ergonomics of this router, my guess is why not actuate the feature with a small movement of the thumb.  Run the initial pass, move the lever and pass it again without resetting the depth/and having to turn off the router to do it....it just makes sense to me.

i actually had a chance to see this router a couple of months ago. i was very impressed, though i did not get a chance to keep it for too long.yes i will be buying this when it is released.....though i would like to know about introductory offers.

Hi,

       Anyone else notice the new type of systainer insert on the accessory set?  Looks like closed cell styrofoam.

Seth

the  foam is now used in ts 75 saw case. at least in mine.....that sucks if there is no introductory offer....that takes the sting out of forking over a couple of grand....kind of.......................sort of. boy, price increase and no introductory offers...............i guess once the dealer has hooked his addicts; there is no reason to worry.

Hi,

   Do you have other Festools with the plastic inserts?  If so how does the foam compare?  Does it seem like it will hold up?

Seth

Is the 2200 really 20 amps?  How many have a 20amp outlet?  I doubt you can use it to autostart the vac?  Am I missing something?

The OF 2200 is rated for 2200 watts. Assuming you have 110V at the outlet, (sometimes a big assumption), it draws 20 Amps at full load. I don't think you'll ever see full load.

This router has soft start so you won't get a starting spike.

You can use it with the CT 22 or CT 33.

I have 20-amp outlets in my garage/shop but I ran a dedicated circuit and put in 20-amp outlets so I could have plenty of power.


Tom

I don't recall the 2200 I checked out being stamped with an amp rating, it had the normal watts rating.

I wonder if all Festool's tools will be rated in amps now, I hope so. I think it was Nick that was real critical about the wattage rating, it this case he's right, off by five amps.