What sawing applications is this circular saw blade designed for?

It is designed for fast rip cuts in solid wood, hardwood, and softwood along the grain.

Which circular saws is this blade compatible with?

It fits circular saws using a 230 mm diameter blade with a 30 mm bore, such as the Festool HK 85.

Why does this saw blade have 18 teeth?

The 18 teeth with Panther tooth geometry allow fast cutting progress with minimal feed effort.

What are the exact dimensions of this saw blade?

The blade has a 230 mm diameter, a 30 mm bore, and a 2.5 mm cutting width.

Is this saw blade suitable for cross cuts or fine finishing?

No, for fine finishing cuts or cross-grain sawing, choose a blade with a higher tooth count.

FESTOOL HW 230x2,5x30 PW18 circular saw blade WOOD RIP CUT - 500646

Name: FESTOOL HW 230x2,5x30 PW18 circular saw blade WOOD RIP CUT - 500646
Brand: FESTOOL
SKU: 02660650
Price: 49.95 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: FESTOOL 500646 | EAN 4014549232071

Recommended Retail Price €68.82

49.95 tax incl.

€41.28 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 19/10/2026

Ordered before 20:00 - delivered as of 19/10/2026
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Fast and powerful rip cuts

Practical benefits

Efficient cutting in solid wood: You achieve fast progress along the grain with specially designed teeth that require minimal feeding effort.
Festool fine grain carbide teeth: The high-grade carbide tips stay sharp longer, giving you consistent and dependable cutting results every day.
Stable control during cuts: With a 2.5 mm kerf and balanced steel body, you maintain complete stability across hard and soft woods.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Festool Panther Wood Rip Cut circular saw blade 230x2.5x30 PW18, you power through fast rip cuts along the grain in solid wood. Its 18 fine-grain carbide teeth and Panther tooth geometry minimise cutting resistance and reduce motor strain on saws such as the Festool hk 85. Featuring a 230 mm diameter, a 30 mm bore, and a 2.5 mm cutting width, this blade delivers steady control when ripping beams, framing timber, and thick planks.

Product information FAQ

€49.95

tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Saw blade diameter: 230 mm
Bore size: 30 mm
Number of teeth: 18
Kerf width: 2,5 mm
For material: Wood
Mounting (saw blade/cutter): Round

Product description

Quality cuts better.

The ideal circular saw blade for rip cuts in solid wood. Quick sawing action with little effort thanks to the balanced shape of the teeth. Made from high-quality steel with saw teeth made from fine-grain carbide.

High cutting performance for rip cuts in solid wood
Saw teeth made of high-quality metal - for optimum saw progress and perfect cuts
Cutting angle and tooth shape are adapted to the application and machine
Colour coding makes it easier to select the correct saw blade

Ideally suited for

For quick sawing with less force, particularly rip cutting in solid wood
Suitable for hardwood and softwood
Splitting boards and other solid wood materials
Furniture manufacture
Patio construction
Timber construction
Facade construction
For HK 85

All Features

Saw blade diameter: 230 mm
Bore size: 30 mm
Number of teeth: 18
Kerf width: 2,5 mm
For material: Wood
Mounting (saw blade/cutter): Round
Tooth shape: PW
Standard blade thickness: 1.80 mm
Cutting width: 2.50 mm
Diameter: 230.00 mm
Hole dia.: 30.00 mm
No. of teeth: 18
Chip angle: 28.00 °

Brand FESTOOL
02660650
EAN 4014549232071
Supplier number FESTOOL 500646

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What sawing applications is this circular saw blade designed for?: It is designed for fast rip cuts in solid wood, hardwood, and softwood along the grain.
Which circular saws is this blade compatible with?: It fits circular saws using a 230 mm diameter blade with a 30 mm bore, such as the Festool HK 85.
Why does this saw blade have 18 teeth?: The 18 teeth with Panther tooth geometry allow fast cutting progress with minimal feed effort.
What are the exact dimensions of this saw blade?: The blade has a 230 mm diameter, a 30 mm bore, and a 2.5 mm cutting width.
Is this saw blade suitable for cross cuts or fine finishing?: No, for fine finishing cuts or cross-grain sawing, choose a blade with a higher tooth count.