Accessories recomended for TS 75 and OF 1400

[claptrap]

I am purchasing the TS 75 and OF 1400.

I would like to get all the accessories necessary to complete the set up. I will be using these tools for site work of general carpentry, built ins, and door/cabinet instillation etc.

First off I am a bit confused about which lengths of track I should purchase in addition to the 75" included. I am a bit leery of a length of track longer then 8' but will be often ripping plywood and straightening stock up to 16'. I also as mentioned above want lengths that are convenient for door adjustments. Is it  realistic to use say the included 75" track joined with a 32" section for breaking down sheet goods?

Any thoughts on must have accessories that will make my use of these tools more efficient and productive will be received gladly.

(PS if I purchase the 22 liter vac should I get the reusable bag?)

 

[Brice Burrell]

I'm a carpenter also, have the smaller TS 55 and the OF 1400 and many other Festool tools. I'd recommend you get the 55" instead of the 32" to join to rip sheet goods, of course you'll need a couple of guide rail connectors. I'd also take a good look at the saw blades and see if there are any you'd want, I'd recommend at least one extra blade so you can keep going when you have a blade out for sharping.

For the router I like the guide rail adapter to use the router on a rail and maybe the edge guide.

I would strongly recommend a dust collector, I happen to like the Festool but some people like the Feins. I have both the Festool CT22 and CT mini and I'm very happy. I don't have the reusable bag but I'll likely pick one up at some point. Routing can fill filter bags quickly so if you think you'll be doing a lot of routing with the vac it might be a good investment.

Maybe a few clamps for the guide rails.

 

[WarnerConstCo.]

Just hang on tight because you are about to tumble down.

Get every accessory now, because you will eventually end up with them anyways.

 

[bobbobbob]

The reusable bag is pretty expensive, plus you lose some of the filtering (the paper bags are part of the filtration).  You may want to check out the plastic Oneida Dust Deputy kit, which is less than half the price of the long life bag, and will cut down on the amount of paper bags you would be using.  The plastic DD has tapered inlets and outlets and fit well with the 27mm and 50mm hoses.  The 36mm hose fits, but not as secure.  From what I hear, the metal DD does not taper, so fit is not quite as good as the plastic. 

But then again, I'm not sure if you will be forever on the go or staying put in a shop.  Here's a link for the DD:  http://www.dustdeputy.com/

 

[ShiroKuro]

As far as guide rails  ... The 2400 is a nice rail ......  used with parallel guides make this an amazing set up for ripping sheet goods ....
I have had the rail for a while and never had any regrets about  buying it .... This is my  first week using it with the parallel guides . I am amazed at the precision that can be achieved with this set up ..... joining rails together works just fine too......
Large MFT table .... make that 2
The vacuum and  the reusable bag for the vac  ...I have been using this  bag for 2 years now ... It really just gets crazy .. The Kapex saw is a great accessory for the 0F 1400 lol ; )

Aloha ,
  Charles

 

[James Watriss]

I picked up the longer rail, drilled for use with the LR32 system. It's a bit more than the same length rail without holes, but it's long enough to break down sheet goods, and if you get into 32mm system or shelf pin drilling, it's invaluable.

Stick with the TS 75. Yes, it's a little overkill for plywood only, but it's got enough capacity to handle beveling the edge on a thick wooden door. You may not always need it, but it's invaluable when you do. The 55 is great for sheet goods, don't get me wrong. And I love it. But there have been a few times when I really wished I had that extra 3/4".

Lastly, I recently had the pleasure of working with the edge trimming accessories. Very specific application, but oh my god was it a time saver... and did an amazing job. (Use with a spiral flush bit)

Welcome to the slippery slope.

 

[Bob Marino]

I would add a few items - the edge guide and guide stop for the router, a pair of clamps for the rail, splinterguards for the saw and rail, deflector for the rail.

  Bob

 

[butzla]

Claptrap,  Looks like you know which router and saw to get.  As for the rails, if you are thinking about a long one to rip sheet stock, go with the 3000 (118").  I have the 2700 and would eagerly trade up for the extra length.  It would be nice to have the longer length for starting and ending the cuts.  Especially since you are getting the TS75, which has a longer footprint.  You won't regret it.

 

[tbellemare]

I completely second that, Stoolman.

The TS 75 comes with a 1900 mm guide rail for a reason and the 3000 is going to be what you want for sheet goods.

If you want to use the router in the horizontal position, you'll want the Edging Plate. If you want to use bits without bearings as if they had bearings, you'll want the Copy Scanning Set. Both of them require the Angle Arm. It is how you attache the Edging Plate and Copy Scanning Set to the router base and it has a micro adjustment.

The Copy Scanning Set can allow you to save your money for the cutting part of bits and not on the bearings. It doesn't work in all circumstances but a lot or the time, it's a really good solution.

There's also the MFS, Router Template System, which can save a lot of time making and storage of routing templates.

Tom

 

[jrs]

I am purchasing the TS 75 and OF 1400.

I would like to get all the accessories necessary to complete the set up. I will be using these tools for site work of general carpentry, built ins, and door/cabinet instillation etc.

First off I am a bit confused about which lengths of track I should purchase in addition to the 75" included. I am a bit leery of a length of track longer then 8' but will be often ripping plywood and straightening stock up to 16'. I also as mentioned above want lengths that are convenient for door adjustments. Is it  realistic to use say the included 75" track joined with a 32" section for breaking down sheet goods?

Any thoughts on must have accessories that will make my use of these tools more efficient and productive will be received gladly.

(PS if I purchase the 22 liter vac should I get the reusable bag?)

Note that they have a bundle pack of blades right now, which offers somewhat of a discount.  Especially if you buy it with the saw (not sure if it applies when you get a saw/vac combo though)

 

[tbellemare]

The current promotions are get a TS 55 plus 2 free Quick Clamps or TS 75 plus 2 free Quick Clamps. These promotions last until the end of June.

The package deal for the blade kit(s) plus saw(s) ended last year. HOWEVER, the blade kit for the TS 55 and the blade kit for the TS 75 are still available at a discount. These kits also contain splinter guards for the guide rail and saw.

Tom