TS 75 or 55?

[MkAtCy]

I just had the motor on my TS 75 burn out.  Festool is replacing it as it is less than 30 days old. 

Has anyone heard of this before?  Should I be considering the TS 55 instead?

 

[Paul G]

I haven't heard of many TS75 problems like that, sounds like they are taking care of it right away. I received the 75 during the 55 REQ recall, while I miss the dual depth gauge, lighter weight and cheaper blades of the 55, I like the power and capacity of the 75. You have to decide what's the best fit to your needs, but I wouldn't let one lemon disuade me from the 75.

 

[stphnlwlsh]

I'm also asking this question as it would be my first tool purchase.  I'm starting from scratch and have nothing but a Ridgid electric drill that I received as a Christmas gift.  I'm not sure what I will be doing yet, so why would I purchase a 75 vs. 55?  Is one better suited to different tasks than the other, or is it just the depth of cut and power that is the deciding factors on these two saws?

 

[tjbnwi]

First one I've ever heard of failing.

Tom

 

[ali]

It might not be the motor, could be a switch/connection somewhere. At least festool are sorting it out.

 

[Paul G]

I'm also asking this question as it would be my first tool purchase.  I'm starting from scratch and have nothing but a Ridgid electric drill that I received as a Christmas gift.  I'm not sure what I will be doing yet, so why would I purchase a 75 vs. 55?  Is one better suited to different tasks than the other, or is it just the depth of cut and power that is the deciding factors on these two saws?

Welcome to the forum! A much better starting point is to get even a basic understanding of what you want to be doing. Practically speaking not much different between the two saws other than cut depth and power, that means more weight, size and cost, both of the saw and blades. The added size of the 75 means you'll need a little more minimum rail length than the 55 to cut the same length of material. Poke around the forum and festools website and you'll find a lot more info. But again, all that matters is you get tools to fit your needs, only you can tell us what you're trying to accomplish and it all starts there.

 

[stphnlwlsh]

Thanks for the welcome! I guess furniture is what I'd be building most of all.

I'm wanting to do furniture.  About two years ago, I built this bed for my wife.  I'd like to do some bookcases, outdoor table, kitchen table, maybe some tool storage in the garage.  Right now, I'm a software developer, but it's not what I really love.  I loved building the bed, and I'd like to head that direction professionally.

 

[Paul G]

Thanks for the welcome! I guess furniture is what I'd be building most of all.

I'm wanting to do furniture.  About two years ago, I built this bed for my wife.  I'd like to do some bookcases, outdoor table, kitchen table, maybe some tool storage in the garage.  Right now, I'm a software developer, but it's not what I really love.  I loved building the bed, and I'd like to head that direction professionally.

Since that may involve cutting some hardwoods my preference would be the 75 for the added power. The full spectrum of your needs though obviously doesn't come close to being addressed by a track saw, I'd suggest you start a new thread so we don't hyjack this one going way off topic.

 

[stphnlwlsh]

Thanks.  I found another thread that has helped out a lot in the decision, so I can post on that thread if I have any more questions about the comparison.

 

[sancho57]

I use the TS 75 in my CMS module and use it frequently for cuts that are less then say a 12" width and where it is easier to use then the TS 55 and MFT.

I have ran a lot of 6/4 green oak through it with no problems and a lot of 6/4 pine to.