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Format4 | Kappa 550 Sliding Table Panel Saw

Original price $50,000.00 - Original price $50,000.00
Original price
$50,000.00
$50,000.00 - $50,000.00
Current price $50,000.00

The Format4 kappa 550 Sliding Table Panel Saw is a high-precision premium machine with an 8" (202 mm) cutting height, featuring advanced automation, precision, and safety. Equipped with the patented “X-Roll” sliding table, “Easy-Glide” saw unit, and optional PCS® safety system, it offers exceptional performance for professional woodworking, including plastics and aluminum processing.

Key Features

  • Cutting Dimensions: Cutting length up to 145 43/64" (3700 mm), rip capacity 39 3/8"–62 63/64" (1000–1600 mm), cutting height 8" (202 mm).
  • “X-Roll” Sliding Table: X-shaped hardened steel rollers for smooth, durable operation with a 10-year warranty.
  • “Easy-Glide” System: Maintenance-free, dust-resistant tilting mechanism with a 6-year warranty.
  • PCS® Preventive Contact System (Optional): World’s fastest non-contact safety device, detects hazards in milliseconds, lowers blade without damage, and is ready for reuse instantly.
  • Smartouch Control: 15" touchscreen (e-motion) or 10.1" touchscreen (x-motion) with tool database, cutting programs, import/export capabilities, and remote maintenance.
  • Saw Unit “200”: 8" (202 mm) cutting height with 21 21/32" (550 mm) blade, tool-free blade change, and Poly-V belt for maximum power transmission.
  • Scoring Unit: Options include “Classic,” “Automatic,” 2-axis, or 3-axis “Control” with 4 3/4"–5" (120/125 mm) or 5 29/32" (150 mm) blade, plus park position.
  • Crosscut Fence: Supports crosscuts up to 133 55/64" (3400 mm), with precise mitre index system and optional digital stops.
  • Extraction System: Overhead saw guard and below-table extraction for optimal dust and chip removal.
  • Ardis Cutting Optimization Software: Integrated for efficient work steps and cutting plans.
  • Label Printer: Enhances post-processing with barcode scanning for CNC and edgebander programs.

Technical Specifications

Category Details
Electrics
  • 3x 400 V or 3x 230 V motor voltage
  • 50 Hz or 60 Hz motor frequency
  • Motor options: 7.35 kW (10 HP), 10 kW (13.5 HP), or 15 kW (20 HP)
  • Speeds: 3000/4000/5000 rpm (2800/4000 rpm with 15 kW motor); optional 2000–6000 rpm (7.35 kW, 10 kW)
  • Star-delta start standard
  • Optional extractor switch contact
Panel Saw Drive
  • Saw blade diameter: 9 7/8"–21 21/32" (250–550 mm)
  • Max cutting height: 8" (202 mm) at 0°, 5 3/4" (146 mm) at 46°
  • Position-controlled height and angle adjustment (0°–46°)
  • Optional tool compartment with LED lighting for 4 blades (up to 15 3/4") and 1 blade (up to 21 21/32") plus 2 riving knives
  • Dado capability up to 19.5 mm
  • Optional spraying unit for light metals/plastics
  • Scoring unit options: “Classic,” “Automatic,” 2-axis, or 3-axis “Control,” 1.1 kW, 4 3/4"–5" (120/125 mm) or 5 29/32" (150 mm) blade
  • “Easy-Lock” or “Quick-Lock” tool-free blade change systems
  • Scoring unit status light (mandatory with PCS®)
  • Saw table with extension up to 47 1/4" (standard) or 63 49/64" (optional), anodised aluminum
Control
  • kappa 550: 3-line LED display for height, angle, and speed
  • kappa 550 x-motion: 10.1" touchscreen with USB interface and network connection
  • kappa 550 e-motion: 15" touchscreen with USB interface, network connection, and optional e-motion plus software (geometric functions: knee bar, parallelogram, etc.)
  • Optional PCS® Preventive Contact System (available 2024)
  • Optional plug-in connection for overhead saw guard removal
Safety Devices
  • Overhead guard with hoods for 90° and mitre cuts, height-adjustable
  • Optional laser cutting line marker
  • Optional remote unlocking for saw guard
Cutting Width and Parallel Fence
  • Rip capacity: 39 3/8" (1000 mm, standard), 49" (1250 mm, optional), 62 63/64" (1600 mm, optional)
  • Position-controlled rip fence with digital display (49" standard on x-motion, optional on others)
  • Optional digital display with automatic cutting width compensation
  • Parallel fence with fine adjustment, 39 1/4" length, can be swung away
Anodised Sliding Table, “X-Roll” Guiding System
  • “X-Roll” options: 86 5/8" (2200 mm), 110 15/64" (2800 mm), 126" (3200 mm), 145 43/64" (3700 mm)
  • Optional multiple locking mechanism and on/off switch
Outrigger Tables and Crosscut Fences
  • Outrigger table: 49 7/32" x 25 19/32" (1250 x 650 mm) with “X-Roll” or parallelogram adjustment
  • Crosscut fence options: 126" (3200 mm) with 2 crosscut stops, 74 51/64" (1900 mm) with digital stop, or 133 55/64" (3400 mm) with digital stops
  • Optional mitre index system, “digi-compensation plus” for angle/length compensation
  • Optional extendable frame with workpiece roller or swing-away device
General
  • Working height: Not specified
  • Min. transport width: Not specified
  • Extraction connection: Not specified
  • Weight: Not specified
Accessories
  • Optional parts list holder with A4 clipboard
  • Optional container packaging or IPPC packaging

Additional Features

  • Pneumatic Workpiece Holder: Clamping height 3 3/4" (95 mm), 660 lbs (300 kg) force, compatible with all sliding tables.
  • Transport and Mounting Unit: For easy outrigger table removal and storage.
  • Silent-Power® Saw Blades: Available via Felder Group eShop.
Specifications