How Does the Stock Kapex Blade Perform?

[lambeater]

Hey guys finally taking the plunge and upgrading to a Kapex. Question though how is the blade for cutting most materials? or is it possible to upgrade to the 80 tooth blade when purchasing the saw. Perhaps Shane may Know?
thx
Lambeater

 

[dltflt]

The blade that comes with the saw cuts very nice.  I personally don't see a need for the 80T.

 

[jmbfestool]

The blade which comes with it  is fine for most jobs  (assuming its the same blade we get here in the UK)

 

[lambeater]

"Wow" only 2 kapex owners and no festool support [scared] [big grin] [scared] [big grin]

lambeater

 

[tiralie]

The blade is very good.
I have not had any problems with mine. It doesn't get used everyday but when it does get used it is used heavily.
Unless you want to cut aluminum or something else the blade cuts well.
Tim

 

[billg71]

Kapex Blades

Or search for "Kapex Blade"

 

[Kev]

Another vote for the standard blade that comes with the Kapex KS120 (not sure if the 88 & 120 come with the same blade).

It's a good multipurpose timber blade with a very clean cut.

I'll probably try the finer blade as well soon - I don't know what it's like.

 

[lambeater]

Thx for the replies guys, stock for now then we'll see.

Lambeater

 

[peter halle]

I find the stock blade to work fine.  It is time to get mine sharpened.  I will probably get the two blade combo pack from Festool and then send my original out to be sharpened.

The combo is a good deal $195 for the two versus $250 separately.

Peter

 

[Jesse Cloud]

I "upgraded" to the Woodworker II Chopmaster by Forrest.  Not happy.  Just too many teeth, really wants to burn.  Put the stock blade back on and no probs.

 

[Tim Sproul]

The stock blade is good.  Like any saw blade, optimum performance is dictated by the material being cut and feed rate.

For softer materials, you can improve cut quality by slowing down feed rate.  For example, I use a slow feed rate when working with termite poop or pine trim, a bit faster feed rate for poplar, cherry and similar and multiple passes for cutting really hard stuff like thick jatoba.

So far, I have gotten superb results with the stock blade, so long as I use the appropriate technique.

 

[Steve R]

The stock blade is good.  Like any saw blade, optimum performance is dictated by the material being cut and feed rate.

For softer materials, you can improve cut quality by slowing down feed rate.  For example, I use a slow feed rate when working with termite poop or pine trim, a bit faster feed rate for poplar, cherry and similar and multiple passes for cutting really hard stuff like thick jatoba.

So far, I have gotten superb results with the stock blade, so long as I use the appropriate technique.

TERMITE POOP [eek].

Did the client requested that material?

I'm thinking working with lead removal is more fun than Termite poop.

Cheers,
Steve

 

[MrMac]

Lambeater you won't be sorry using the stock kapex blade. I use mine in my business, and I cut trim all day long with it. The cuts are really smooth, and there's no evidence of "wobble" in the finished cuts.

I see that you are in B.C., are you going to Ultimate tools to get your saw? I know that there are two other Festool dealers in the lower mainland now, but if you want the a knowledgable dealer, go see Dan at Ultimate. Near 2nd and Boundary in Burnaby.

Keep us posted!

Laurie

http://www.lauriescustomfinishing.ca

 

[mlfaber]

+1 for the stock blade. In fact, I picked up a spare regular blade and the fine finish blade in a package deal through Uncle Bob, and have yet to find a need for the finish blade.

 

[EWTHeckman]

Termite poop…

Termite poop…

That's a new one on me. Is that MDF?

 

[tiralie]

Termite poop…

Termite poop…

That's a new one on me. Is that MDF?

New one on me too. Gotta be MDF, 'cause it sure looks like termite poop when you cut it. I like it.
Tim

 

[lambeater]

Lambeater you won't be sorry using the stock kapex blade. I use mine in my business, and I cut trim all day long with it. The cuts are really smooth, and there's no evidence of "wobble" in the finished cuts.

I see that you are in B.C., are you going to Ultimate tools to get your saw? I know that there are two other Festool dealers in the lower mainland now, but if you want the a knowledgable dealer, go see Dan at Ultimate. Near 2nd and Boundary in Burnaby.

Keep us posted!

Laurie

http://www.lauriescustomfinishing.ca

Sorry Mr Mac, gotta shop in Kamloops although I sure had fun going to Ultimate.
thx
Lambeater

 

[gnlman]

Hey, did you sell your Makita yet?
Greg