Festool HW 190x2,8x30 W48 WOOD FINE CUT 190mm 48-Tooth Saw Blade

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Festool HW 190x2,8x30 W48 WOOD FINE CUT 190mm 48-Tooth Saw Blade

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Festool HW 190x2,8x30 W48 WOOD FINE CUT Saw Blade

At a Glance: Premium 190 mm fine-cut carbide saw blade with 48 alternating teeth, 2.8 mm cutting width and 30 mm bore, designed for exceptionally clean, low-splinter cross-cuts in solid wood, veneered and coated panels, and fine cuts in MDF.

The Festool HW 190x2,8x30 W48 WOOD FINE CUT is a precision 190 mm circular saw blade developed for applications where the quality of the finished cut matters. Its 48 fine-grain carbide teeth use an alternating-tooth geometry that slices cleanly through wood fibres, producing exceptionally neat and low-splinter cross-cuts in solid timber as well as high-quality cuts in veneered and coated sheet materials. The blade is equally well suited to fine cutting of MDF, making it an excellent choice for furniture manufacturing, panel sizing, cabinetmaking and kitchen installation. Manufactured from high-quality steel with precisely matched tooth geometry and an 8° chip angle, the blade combines a stable 1.8 mm body with a 2.8 mm cutting width for smooth, controlled operation. Designed specifically for the Festool AT 65 and AP 65 saws, this WOOD FINE CUT blade is an ideal replacement when clean edges and dependable professional accuracy are more important than maximum feed speed.

WOOD FINE CUT – when the finished edge really matters

Fine-cut saw blades use a higher tooth count than general-purpose or ripping blades. This means more cutting edges are engaged with the workpiece during each revolution, allowing wood fibres and delicate surface layers to be cut progressively rather than aggressively torn away. The result is a noticeably cleaner edge, especially when cross-cutting solid timber or processing veneered and coated panels.

Product highlights

Excellent cut quality: Designed specifically for clean, accurate and low-splinter finished cuts.
190 mm blade diameter: Correct blade size for the compatible Festool AT 65 and AP 65 saw systems.
48 carbide teeth: High tooth count provides the controlled cutting action required for fine cross-cuts and quality panel work.
Alternating-tooth geometry: Successive teeth cut alternately from the left and right for a clean shearing action through wood fibres.
Fine-grain carbide: High-quality carbide cutting edges provide excellent sharpness, durability and dependable professional performance.
8° chip angle: Tooth angle is matched to the fine-cut application and compatible machine for controlled cutting behaviour.
2.8 mm cutting width: Provides a stable cutting kerf appropriate to the intended Festool saw system.
1.8 mm blade body: High-quality steel body provides the rigidity required for precise cutting.
30 mm bore: Correct centre bore for the intended Festool AT 65 and AP 65 machines.
Ideal for veneered panels: Fine tooth geometry helps minimise breakout and damage to decorative veneer surfaces.
Excellent on coated panels: Well suited to furniture and cabinet panels where clean finished edges are important.
Clean solid-wood cross-cuts: Particularly effective when cutting across the grain where coarse blades can produce tearing.
Fine MDF cutting: Suitable for producing clean, controlled cuts in MDF.
Festool colour coding: Application colour identification makes it easier to select the correct blade for the material and cutting task.

Product Compatibility

Festool AT 65: Designed for the Festool AT 65 circular/plunge saw system.
Festool AP 65: Compatible with the Festool AP 65 saw system.

Compatibility note: This is a legacy 190 mm Festool saw blade specifically listed for the AT 65 and AP 65. Before fitting it to any other machine, confirm that the saw is approved for a 190 mm blade with a 30 mm bore, 2.8 mm cutting width and the applicable blade-body specification.

Features

WOOD FINE CUT specification: Optimised for high-quality finished cuts rather than aggressive ripping.
190 mm diameter: Matched to the compatible Festool AT 65 and AP 65 saws.
2.80 mm cutting width: Produces the specified kerf required by the compatible machine system.
1.80 mm standard blade thickness: Stable steel body supports accurate, controlled cutting.
30 mm centre bore: Precision bore ensures correct fit on the compatible saw spindle.
48 teeth: Fine tooth count provides clean edge quality in timber and quality sheet materials.
W tooth form: Alternating-tooth geometry delivers a clean shearing action.
8° chip angle: Designed to provide controlled feed and excellent fine-cut performance.
Fine-grain carbide teeth: Provides excellent wear resistance and dependable edge retention.
High-quality steel body: Manufactured for dimensional stability during professional cutting applications.
Application colour coding: Simplifies blade identification in the workshop or on site.

Benefits

Cleaner visible edges: The 48-tooth configuration produces a finer finish than coarse general-purpose or ripping blades.
Reduced splintering: Alternating carbide teeth shear wood fibres cleanly, helping reduce breakout on solid wood and panel surfaces.
Excellent cross-cut performance: The blade is specifically suited to cutting across the grain in solid timber.
Ideal for decorative panels: Fine tooth geometry is particularly valuable when cutting coated and veneered sheet goods.
Professional panel sizing: Provides the cut quality needed for furniture, cabinetry and kitchen construction.
Consistent accuracy: The rigid steel blade body and precisely ground teeth support dependable repeatable cutting.
Long working life: Fine-grain carbide teeth provide excellent wear resistance when used correctly.
Less finishing work: A cleaner saw cut can reduce the amount of subsequent sanding or edge preparation required.

Application

Clean cross-cuts in solid wood.
Fine cutting of veneered panels.
Cutting coated panels.
Fine cutting of MDF.
Furniture manufacturing.
Cabinetmaking.
Kitchen manufacturing and installation.
Panel sizing.
Joinery and interior fitting.
Applications where a clean visible cut edge is required.

Specifications

Description	Spec
Brand	Festool
Cat No.	FES486297
Festool Order No.	486297
Product Type	Fine-Cut Circular Saw Blade
Model	HW 190x2,8x30 W48
Blade Range	WOOD FINE CUT
Cutting Material	Fine-Grain Carbide (HW)
Blade Diameter	190 mm
Cutting Width / Kerf	2.80 mm
Standard Blade Thickness	1.80 mm
Bore Diameter	30 mm
Number of Teeth	48
Tooth Shape	W - Alternating Tooth
Chip Angle	8°
Primary Cutting Type	Fine Cross-Cuts
Suitable Materials	Solid Wood, Veneered Panels, Coated Panels, MDF
Compatible Machines	Festool AT 65, AP 65
EAN / Barcode	4014549132104
Quantity	1 Piece

Scope of Delivery:

1 x Festool HW 190x2,8x30 W48 WOOD FINE CUT saw blade
Supplied in self-service display packaging

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Extra Info

Extra Information

What does 190x2,8x30 mean? The designation gives the blade's principal dimensions: 190 mm outside diameter, 2.8 mm cutting width or kerf and a 30 mm centre bore.
What does W48 mean? W identifies the alternating-tooth geometry used on the blade, while 48 indicates the total number of saw teeth.
What does HW mean? HW is Festool's designation for carbide cutting material. Fine-grain carbide combines excellent hardness with long cutting-edge life.
Why 48 teeth? A higher tooth count means each tooth removes a smaller amount of material. This produces a smoother cutting action and finer finished edge than a low-tooth-count ripping blade.
Alternating-tooth geometry explained: Successive teeth are bevelled alternately left and right. This creates a shearing cut through the surface fibres and is particularly effective for clean cross-cuts and panel work.
Why is the chip angle only 8°? The relatively moderate positive angle provides controlled cutting behaviour suited to fine finishing rather than the aggressive feed associated with coarse ripping blades.
2.8 mm kerf versus 1.8 mm blade body: The carbide teeth project beyond the steel body and create a 2.8 mm-wide cutting slot. The narrower 1.8 mm body can then travel freely through the kerf without excessive friction.
Best suited to cross-cutting: When timber is cut across the grain, many fibres need to be severed cleanly at the surface. The 48-tooth fine-cut geometry is specifically designed for this task.
Excellent for veneered material: The controlled cutting action helps minimise tearing and breakout of thin veneer layers along the cut edge.
When not to choose this blade: For prolonged ripping along the grain in thick solid timber, a lower-tooth-count ripping blade normally provides faster chip removal and lower cutting resistance.

Fine-cut blade versus universal blade

A universal blade is designed to balance cutting speed and finish across a broad range of work. The WOOD FINE CUT blade shifts that balance strongly toward finished cut quality. Its 48 teeth engage the workpiece more frequently, making it especially suitable for cross-cutting solid wood and cutting decorative panels where visible breakout would otherwise require additional finishing work.

Pro Tips

Use this blade when the finished cut edge will remain visible or requires minimal subsequent sanding.
For cross-cutting solid timber, allow the blade to work at a smooth, controlled feed rate rather than pushing the saw aggressively.
Keep the carbide teeth clean. Resin and adhesive build-up can increase friction and make an otherwise sharp blade appear blunt.
When cutting coated or veneered board, support the material properly so vibration cannot damage the decorative surface near the cut.
Where your saw system uses a guide rail or splinter protection, keep these components in good condition to maximise edge quality.
Make a test cut in an offcut when processing expensive decorative board to confirm the correct blade orientation, feed and finished edge quality.
Do not compensate for a dull blade by increasing feed pressure. This increases heat and can worsen breakout.
Have the blade professionally sharpened once noticeably greater cutting force is required or the edge quality begins to deteriorate.
Use effective dust extraction wherever possible. Cleaner cutting conditions improve visibility and reduce chip accumulation around the saw.
For long rip cuts in thick solid timber, consider a suitable lower-tooth-count blade rather than using the fine-cut blade for every application.
Store the blade so its carbide teeth cannot knock against other metal tools or saw blades.

How to Use

Disconnect the saw from its power supply before installing, removing or inspecting the saw blade.
Confirm that the machine is approved for a 190 mm blade with a 30 mm centre bore and the required cutting width.
Inspect the blade for damaged, cracked or missing carbide teeth and ensure the steel blade body is not distorted.
Clean the saw spindle, blade flange and corresponding blade-contact surfaces.
Fit the HW 190x2,8x30 W48 with its direction of rotation matching the markings on the saw.
Install and tighten the blade-retaining components according to the machine operating instructions.
Check that the blade is seated correctly and all guards and safety components operate freely.
Set the required cutting depth and securely support the workpiece.
Connect suitable dust extraction where available.
Start the saw and allow the blade to reach operating speed before entering the material.
Guide the machine through the workpiece using a smooth, controlled feed rate.
Avoid sideways pressure or twisting of the saw during the cut.
Allow the blade to stop completely before making adjustments, removing offcuts or setting the machine down.
Clean the blade periodically and inspect its carbide teeth to maintain optimum cutting quality.

Safety

Wear suitable eye, hearing and respiratory protection whenever operating the saw.
Use the blade only with machines approved for its 190 mm diameter, 30 mm bore and cutting-width specification.
Disconnect the saw from the power supply before fitting, removing, cleaning or inspecting the blade.
Inspect the blade before every use for chipped, cracked, missing or severely worn carbide teeth.
Never use a blade with a cracked, warped or otherwise damaged steel body.
Install the blade in the correct direction of rotation according to the markings on the blade and machine.
Ensure the spindle, flanges and blade-contact surfaces are clean and correctly assembled.
Use all guards, riving devices and other safety equipment specified for the saw.
Secure and support the workpiece so the kerf cannot close unexpectedly and pinch the blade.
Maintain a stable stance and keep hands away from the cutting path.
Never twist or force the blade sideways through a cut.
Do not exceed the maximum rotational speed permitted for the blade.
Allow the blade to reach operating speed before entering the material.
Wait until the blade has stopped completely before removing offcuts, making adjustments or putting the saw down.
Wood dust, MDF dust and dust from manufactured boards can present health hazards. Use suitable extraction and respiratory protection appropriate to the material.
Have carbide saw blades serviced or sharpened only by suitably qualified professionals who can maintain the original tooth geometry and safe blade condition.
Read and follow the Festool saw and saw-blade operating and safety instructions before use.