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Festool 18V Cordless Portable Tools Owner's Manual

Quick guide for Festool 18V cordless portable tools, including battery and charger compatibility, drilling, fastening, sawing, routing, sanding, and dust extraction systems.

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Quick guide from the manual

This document serves as a product catalog and quick reference guide for the Festool 18V cordless tool ecosystem. It provides an overview of available batteries, chargers, drilling and fastening tools, saws, routers, sanders, and dust extraction systems. Users should refer to individual tool manuals for detailed safety and operational procedures.

Overview of Festool 18V cordless tools and accessories
Overview of Festool 18V cordless tools and accessories

Batteries and Chargers

Festool offers a range of 18V batteries and chargers. Key components include:

  • Batteries: BPC 18 LI 3.1Ah, Bluetooth Battery Packs (5.0Ah, 8.0Ah), and 4.0Ah HPC packs.
  • Chargers: TCL 6 (40 min), SCA8 with AIRSTREAM technology (30 min), SCA16 Quick Charger (16 amp with cooling), and TCL6 Rapid Duo (charges 2 packs).
  • Compatibility: Note that the TCL6 Rapid Duo is not compatible with 8Ah batteries.

Drilling and Fastening

The 18V platform includes various drills and drivers:

Using the Duradrive cordless screwgun
Using the Duradrive cordless screwgun
  • CXS18/TXS18: Compact drills with Centrotec chuck (up to 10mm).
  • T18/C18: Versatile drill/drivers.
  • QUADRIVE TPC18/4: Percussion drill with 4 metal gears, max impact rate 57600 bpm.
  • TID 18: Impact driver with 1/4 inch tool-less shaft.
  • BHC 18: Rotary hammer drill for concrete (up to 18mm).
  • DWC 18: Duradrive cordless screwguns for drywall.

Portable Cordless Saws

The range includes:

Using the VECTURO OSC 18 cordless oscillator
Using the VECTURO OSC 18 cordless oscillator
  • VECTURO OSC 18: Cordless oscillator with Starlock and anti-vibration system.
  • ISC 240: Insulation saw for mineral and natural fiber insulation (240mm depth).
  • Jigsaws: PSBC Carvex and PSC420 barrel grip models.
  • Circular/Plunge Saws: HKC55, TSC55, and TS60K models featuring kickbackstop technology.
  • Mitre Saws: SYMC 70 symmetric mitre saw and KAPEX KSC60 sliding compound mitre saw.
  • Table Saw: 18V CSC SYS50 saw.

Routers and Sanding

Using a Festool router with a guide rail
Using a Festool router with a guide rail
Using the ROTEX RO150 sander
Using the ROTEX RO150 sander
  • Routers: OF 1010 REBQ (one-handed), OF 1400, and OF 2200 (powerhouse).
  • Sander: ROTEX RO150 3-in-1 random orbital sander for coarse sanding, fine sanding, and polishing.

Dust Extraction

Festool provides various dust extractors for different needs:

Universal cleaning set components
Universal cleaning set components
  • Cordless: CTLC/CTMC SYS, MINI, and MIDI series.
  • Corded: CT 15, CT 25, and professional series (CTM 26, 36, 48).
  • Specialty: AutoClean models for Planex and Renofix grinders.
  • Filtration: Systems categorized by suitability for harmless, harmful (wood/filler), and carcinogenic/pathogenic dust.

Manufacturer information

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Practical help

Common problems

TCL6 Rapid Duo charger not charging

Ensure you are not attempting to charge 8Ah batteries, as this charger is not compatible with them.

Dust extraction performance drop

Check if the main filter is clogged. Use appropriate filter bags (Selfclean, Waste, or Safety) and consider using the Separator CT-VA for large quantities of dust.

Before use

  • Verify battery voltage compatibility (18V system).
  • Ensure the correct blade or bit is installed for the material (e.g., wood, metal, concrete).
  • Check that the dust extraction hose is securely connected if required.
  • Confirm the battery is sufficiently charged (recommended 3Ah minimum for some tools).
  • Ensure the tool is in the correct gear or mode for the task.

Specs in practice

AIRSTREAM technology
Active cooling system in chargers that reduces charging time.
Centrotec chuck
Festool's proprietary quick-change chuck system for bits and accessories.
Kickbackstop technology
Safety feature in plunge saws that stops the blade instantly to prevent kickback.

Images and diagrams

  • The catalog provides visual representations of tool sets, including the contents of Systainers.
  • Polishing system is color-coded: Orange (high abrasive), Blue (polish & seal), White (ceramic high gloss), Black (residue removal).

Model compatibility

  • Most 18V tools are part of the Festool 18V Cordless System.
  • Dust extractors are categorized by dust class (L, M, H) for specific material suitability.

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