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Compact and incredibly precise, the Festool Kapex KS 120 Sliding
Compound Miter Saw delivers professional results in the workshop
and on the job site. Advanced electronics, dual laser guides,
micro-bevel adjustments, quick-release fences, and
easy-to-reference scales all help you maintain control over cuts.
And a host of other smart features help keep the saw's footprint
small and its body light and portable--all without sacrificing
power, accuracy, or dust extraction capability.
Dual Laser Design for Accurate Setups
The dual lasers clearly define the material which will be removed
during the cut, and their design allows you to align cuts from
the left right side of the Kapex KS 120. Three-axis adjustment
controls make fine-tuning the lasers easy, and the lasers are
electrically powered and require no batteries. Also, a convenient
button allows them to be operated without turning on the saw.Once
you've determined your cut line, a center-positioned handle
allows you to make cuts with either hand, while a two-stage
trigger helps prevent accidental triggering.
Precise Miter Scale, Miter Lock, and Angle Transfer
The Kapex KS 120's etched, stainless-steel miter scale offers
large, easy-to-read angles--up to 50-degrees on the left and
60-degrees on the right. Positioned far from the axis of
rotation, this scale allows for setups that are accurate within
fractions of a degree. And once you've identified the desired
setting, the miter lock on the Kapex provides an extremely
aggressive hold to prevent inadvertent movement--even when near a
positive detent.
Transfer of inside and outside angles from your work piece to the
Kapex KS 120 is quick and easy, thanks to the included MiterFast
angle-transfer device, which provides a reflective surface for
use with the saw's lasers, as well as a sturdy lock that prevents
slippage and keeps measurements accurate.
Fine Bevel Adjustment and Secure Bevel Lock
The Kapex KS 120 allows for both left and right bevels, and a
fine-adjustment knob controls the bevel of each cut within
fractions of a degree. This bevel knob features three settings:
positive detents at 0 and -45 degrees, free movement between -45
and +45 degrees, and free movement up to +/-47 degrees.
The knob rotates and engages a rack and pinion to move the head,
which is counter spring balanced. This means that once you set a
bevel angle there's no need to worry about it shifting before you
engage the dependable bevel lock.
For added convenience, there are bevel gauges on both sides of
the saw, and the large bevel-adjustment scale is easy to read.
Keyed Clamp and Compact Rail-Forward Design
For added peace of mind, your work piece is held in place by a
sturdy, nonslip clamp, which is keyed to make insertion and
removal of materials quick and easy. A single, lever-actuated
cam-lock secures the clamp in place and a rubber pad protects
your work piece, while the clamp's oblong foot provides a flat
surface to place against the saw's fence.
Also contributing to the Kapex KS 120's accuracy is its
rail-forward design. The saw's robust, 30-millimeter rails are
set wide apart to prevent head play and ensure smooth, accurate
cuts. This design also allows the saw to be placed against a wall
during use, which saves valuable workspace.
Versatile Blade and Unique Cutting Positions
The Kapex KS 120 uses specially designed thin-kerf blades that
reduce stress on the saw's motor, reduce noise levels, and dampen
vibration for cleaner cuts in a variety of applications.
It offers expanded cutting capacity by offering access to a
"special cutting position" that utilizes the back portion of the
blade more effectively. This means that by simply flipping a
lever to put the saw in this position, you can cut 6-5/8-inch
crown molding or cut vertical materials that measure up to
4-3/4-inches by 3/4-inch.
Similarly, simply flipping a knob allows the Kapex KS 120 to cut
trenches, so you can create lap joints or pieces that fit around
pipes and other obstacles.
Robust Construction Includes MMC Electronics and Direct Drive
Motor
Different applications place different demands on your tools, and
the Kapex KS 120 offers variable speed control from 1,400 to
3,400 rpm for equally good results when working with a variety of
materials. With its constant speed monitoring, the saw is able to
maintain consistent blade speeds under heavy loads, which
produces clean, consistent results. Soft-start technology
prevents jolts at start-up and improves your control over cuts,
while overload protection extends the life of the saw.
Also contributing to the Kapex KS 120's performance is a
1,600-watt direct-drive motor, which offers efficient transfer of
energy to the blade and features a magnetic brake that reduces
the a of time that the blade takes to spin down.
Quick, Safe FastFix Blade Changes
With Festool's patented FastFix system, blade changes are fast,
easy, and intuitive. Turning the FastFix knob locks the arbor and
mechanically locks the trigger, so you don't have to worry about
accidental start-ups. This allows the blade to be changed with a
single hand, while a cupped steel arbor nut prevents accidental
over-torquing and damage to the saw and blade.
Compact and Lightweight for Portability
Featuring magnesium-alloy base, the Kapex KS 120 is rigid and
durable yet it weighs just 47 pounds--extremely light for a
10-inch miter saw. This makes it easy to move from workshop to
job site and back again. Two handle locations allow you to keep
the saw's center of gravity near your body while carrying it,
reducing the strain on your back. Plus, the Kapex's head locks
down for transport, keeping the saw compact and preventing
unexpected movement from throwing you off balance.
The saw's travel-friendly design also offers onboard storage for
the arbor tool and the power cord.
Integrated Dust Hood and Dust Extraction
This dependable compound miter saw also offers a swiveling dust
port that directs dust away from you and your work surface,
improving job-site safety and minimizing cleanup time. A pliable,
rubber dust hood directs saw dust from the blade into the dust
collection port as you work, arresting chips and improving the
rate of capture.
This integrated port accepts both 27-millimeter and 36-millimeter
hoses, and it can be used with a Festool CT dust extractor to
achieve impressive 91-percent sawdust collection.
The Festool Kapex KS 120 Sliding Compound Miter Saw is backed by
a three-year limited warranty and a 30-day money-back guarantee
What's in the Box
Festool Kapex KS 120 Sliding Compound Miter Saw, angle transfer
device, 60-tooth carbide blade, hold down clamp, and wrench.
From the Manufacturer
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The Kapex is the most advanced sliding compound miter saw in the
market today. In the hands of a carpenter, this saw will make
cuts that rival the finest trim work being done today. Engineered
to be lightweight and compact, the KS 120 is the perfect saw for
the workshop or the jobsite. Effective dust extraction, precise
cuts, easy adjustments, and quality components are some of the
features that should make this saw the number one choice of
professional tradesmen. The KS 120 has a small footprint with a
great a of power. The power and impressive cutting capacity
of the KS 120 will make you think that you are working with a
much larger saw. This saw rivals the cutting capacity of a 12”
unit and is capable of cutting crown molding up to 6-5/8 inch (in
the nested position) with the special cutting position, and
hardwoods greater than 3” thick, smoothly and precisely. The saw
comes with a MiterFast angle transfer device to eliminate complex
angle calculations by copying the angle directly from the wall to
the saw. Accurate cuts are made easy with dual line, fully
adjustable lasers that clearly define the cut by showing the
material that will be removed by the blade. Easy to read, whether
feeding stock from the left or the right. Work in tighter spaces
and reduce your footprint on-site with the rail-forward design
that allows the head to move and the rails are fixed. Enjoy true
front to rear tracking of the head on the rails thanks to their
robust build of 30 mm machined steel and wide distant for even
greater stability. Dust extraction design starts with the blade
and follows through from the guard to the dust hood to the
rotating dust port to achieve up to 91% dust extraction
efficiency when using a 36 mm hose. Made to be compact and
lightweight while providing accurate repeatable cuts with maximum
capacity, the Kapex fits the bill with tons of use features that
make cutting faster, easier, and smarter. Made in Germany.
- About this item.
- Rail forward design increases precision and creates a compact footprint while preventing head play for accurate cuts.
- Easily align cuts from the left or right side using the dual laser, lasers clearly define material to be cut.
- Micro-adjustable bevel angle with up-front rotary knob, large bevel scale and fine pointers easily set precise angles.
- Dust extraction up to 91% with behind-the-cut dust hood and pivoting 36 mm hose. Mitre angle: 50/60 °. Crown moulding diagonal cut 45°/90°-6-5/8 inch. Special cutting depth 45°/90° (right)-3/4 inch x 4-3/4 inch. Crown moulding diagonal cut at 90°/90°-6-5/8 inch. Saw blade diameter-10-1/4 inch.
- Includes angle transfer device which automatically bisects transferred angles to the saw and aligns.
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