
Powerful. Smart. Safe. The new edition of the successful top model sliding table panel saw
Design, precision, automation and safety put in a nutshell in the smartest of ways. For more than a decade, the kappa 550 has been the first choice for sliding table panel saws and in its new edition it continues to be right at the cutting edge. Individual specifications, an intelligent operating concept and numerous new impressive Format4 features ensure maximum efficiency and a noticeable increase in productivity.
The e-motion features of the Format4kappa 550 impress with an automatic rip fence, unlimited tool storage and programmable cutting sequences in the smart, in-house software. All axes of the machine can be controlled ergonomically and intuitively by the central operating unit with 15 "touch screen.
The Format4 premium sliding table panel saw kappa 550 is also the world's only sliding table saw with the revolutionary PCS® safety system.
FORMAT4. Uncompromising expertise for the highest of requirements
The Felder Group premium brand has met the highest standards of professional users since 2001. The customised high-performance solutions are uncompromisingly innovative, offer maximum operating comfort and complete productivity.
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... FORMAT4 Premium machines for premium requirements

- Constantly high performance in industrial continuous operation
- Customer specific optimised production solutions
- Solid design with premium components
- Many variations of specification packages with high-tech solutions
- Complete engineering precision
- Premium user comfort
- Award winning design
- Quality and precision from Austria
- Uncompromised productivity
- Perfect service package before, during and after the purchase
- Tailor made financing solutions
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Serious accidents on the sliding table panel saws are a thing of the past - PCS® is currently the fastest non-contact triggering safety device, worldwide.
- PCS detects accident hazards before contact with the saw blade.
- PCS eliminates the hazardous situation in milliseconds.
- PCS is 100% safe against damage to machine and saw blade.
- PCS allows safe operation close to the saw blade.
- PCS supports groove cuts.
- PCS is ready to be used again at the push of a button.
- PCS requires no additional maintenance and cleaning cycles.
- PCS works without additional external energy sources and without external sensors or video systems.
- PCS is resistant to dust and dirt.
*PCS® does not replace any of the legal protective devices required. The machine must be operated with the splitter and the saw guard properly installed according to regulations.

The proven Format4 saw unit made from cast iron offers not only high performance and precision but also extreme smoothness and vibration absorption.
- 3-axis “Control” scoring unit
- Scoring unit park position
- Change the saw blade without tools!
- Large cutting depth, even with a scoring unit
- Spraying equipment for the processing of non-ferrous metals and plastics
- Saw unit with “Easy-Glide” tilt segment guiding system
- Tilting of saw-blade 0°-46°
- Oversized saw arbor with double bearing trunnions

- Absolute vibration-free machining
- Incredible power transmission due to the ultra efficient Poly-V-belt drive technology

- High precision double-sided trunnion support system
- High load-bearing capacity and operating life
- Play-free tilt
- Unaffected by dust
- Completely maintenance free
- No lubrication required
- 6 year guarantee

With the new kappa 550 you can dramatically increase the cutting height of your panel saw. The kappa 550 gives you 202 mm at 90° and 141 mm at 45°. When you are looking at premium class panel saws, these are the figures you should be searching for!

- Tilting of saw-blade 0°-46°
- 202 mm of cutting depth at 90 degrees
- 141 mm of cutting height at 45 degrees

Slot cutting is possible with Format4 panel saws. The use of adjustable dado tools, specifically developed by Format4, can be used thanks to the removable circular saw flange and the table insert.
Choose between two high performance scoring units: Classic, Automatic Both units combine reliable operating and drive technology for perfect scoring results. That’s guaranteed with a 120/125 mm diameter scoring blade and a speed of 8600 rpm.


An alternative to the worldwide unique Format4 saw blade quick change system "Easy-Lock" is now the "Quick-Lock" clamping system, which with the use of just one tool makes it quick and easy to change the saw blade.

The rip fence is positioned by a motor and runs via a dust-free integrated ball spindle in the saw table. The 1/10 mm precision, the high positioning speed, as well as the simultaneous positioning of the crosscut fence, saw blade height and saw blade angle ensure precision and save valuable working time.
- Optional with the x-motion
- Standard on the e-motion model




The 8x ball bearings, integrated guide rollers and bearings of the outrigger table ensure an incredibly smooth operation upon maximum loading capacity. The support rail is moved along an “X-Roll” guiding system and is fast and fine-adjustable. The LED display enables you to set the required angle to one tenth of a degree. The fence can be tilted to any position between -45° and +45° and guarantees precise mitre cuts.


On request, we will equip your Format4 with the digital telescopic fence. Below, you see the cleverly integrated electronic digital scale with values correct to 0.1 millimeter. Additional functions, for example the setting of successive measurements, make your daily working life easier.

The outrigger table can be swung out of the way with ease! No more time consuming, complicated assembling and removing of the outrigger table. The outrigger table swing away system ensures extreme ease of use and at the same time can provide you with extra working space when you need it.

The FORMAT4 overhead saw guard is integrated nicely into the machine design. It is easy and convenient to use. With only a flick of the wrist the saw guard can be moved and tilted completely away from the machine area. The dust extraction hood adjusts itself automatically to the work piece height and always provides optimal working safety and dust extraction performance.

In the overhead saw guard handle a signal lamp is integrated, which indicates the operating status of the PCS® to the operator.



Your Format4 can be optionally fitted with a spraying unit. High performance lubricating oil can be sprayed directly onto the saw blade, transported via piping from the spraying unit.




One of the valuable accessories in daily use on woodworking machines is the patented double mitre gauge from Format4. It enables double mitre cuts on workpieces of different widths at any angle. The input of the workpiece widths A, B and the input of the desired frame angle, is carried out on the integrated computer via the keypad. The resulting settings appear correct to within a tenth of a degree on the display. Just set the double mitre gauge at the calculated value and work away with a result of … pinpoint accuracy! The fence stop on the fence plates can be adjusted up to 1350 mm with the scale. Depending on the set angles, the length compensating vernier scale is available. This feature also enables you to set the exact workpiece length when making mitre cuts.

kappa 550 e-motion

Removing the scoring blade when using large diameter saw blades is no longer necessary! The new Format4 parks the scoring blade at the touch of a button, leaving enough space for a large diameter blade, and in doing so, saves valuable production time. Additionally the park position also protects the scoring blade from resin.

All axes of the machine can be controlled ergonomically and intuitively by the central operating unit with 15 "touch screen. The in-house software with graphical user interface, a multitude of programs, a USB interface and the prepared network connection make work easier and guarantee efficiency and productivity. The USB interface for importing and exporting data is prepared for network connection and remote maintenance.
Cutting programmes / outrigger table functions / crosscut fence:
- Wrong Mitre
- Compound Mitre Cut (except with controlled crosscut fence)
- Processing of the cutting plans of a cutting optimisation software
- Mitre Cut
Cutting programs / functions in conjunction with a controlled rip fence:
- Rebate
- Groove
- Notches
- Bevel Cut
- Diagonal cut plus
Upon request, the "smartouch" machine control system can be extended with numerous other programs for geometric functions: knee bar, parallelogram, trapezoid, polygon, staircase, triangle, pyramid, cuboid, slots / tenon, corner bench rest

Every cut with the Format4 sliding table saw is a masterpiece of precision. For example, when cutting a pyramid, which is one of 18 predefined cutting programs.
Rabbets, grooves, notches, wrong mitre, rafter cut and various geometric shapes, in short videos we show you how it works: Enter workpiece shape and workpiece dimensions on the touch screen, follow the visual cutting plan - done.
View cutting program videos here
*Please note that some of the cutting programmes shown are not possible on machines without double tilt.

All processing phases can be carried out quickly, efficiently and centrally as a result of the integration of the Format4 cutting optimisation system into the machine and operating concept. Training is not necessary as the user interface is intuitive, clear and easy to use.




The overhead saw guard can be unlocked with one movement and completely swung away from machine table area. If desired, the overhead saw guard can be unlocked directly via a lever on the hood.

Upon request we can equip your kappa with LED lighting and an integrated tool compartment for 4 saw blades with a diameter of max. 400 mm, 1 saw blade with a diameter of max. 550 mm and 2 splitters.

The convenient parts list holder with A4 clipboard is mounted on the overhead control panel, keeping your parts lists in sight at all times.

kappa 550 x-motion

Removing the scoring blade when using large diameter saw blades is no longer necessary! The new Format4 parks the scoring blade at the touch of a button, leaving enough space for a large diameter blade, and in doing so, saves valuable production time. Additionally the park position also protects the scoring blade from resin.

All axes of the machine can be controlled ergonomically and intuitively by the central operating unit with 10.1 "touch screen. The in-house software with graphical user interface, a multitude of programs, a USB interface and the prepared network connection make work easier and guarantee efficiency and productivity. The USB interface for importing and exporting data is prepared for network connection and remote maintenance.
Cutting programmes / outrigger table functions / crosscut fence:
- Wrong Mitre
- Compound Mitre Cut (except with controlled crosscut fence)
- Processing of the cutting plans of a cutting optimisation software
- Mitre Cut
Cutting programs / functions in conjunction with a controlled rip fence:
- Rebate
- Groove
- Notches
- Bevel Cut

All processing phases can be carried out quickly, efficiently and centrally as a result of the integration of the Format4 cutting optimisation system into the machine and operating concept. Training is not necessary as the user interface is intuitive, clear and easy to use.





The overhead saw guard can be unlocked with one movement and completely swung away from machine table area. If desired, the overhead saw guard can be unlocked directly via a lever on the hood.

Upon request we can equip your kappa with LED lighting and an integrated tool compartment for 4 saw blades with a diameter of max. 400 mm, 1 saw blade with a diameter of max. 550 mm and 2 splitters.

The convenient parts list holder with A4 clipboard is mounted on the overhead control panel, keeping your parts lists in sight at all times.

kappa 550




Technology Data
Electrics
Saw unit
Control Systems
Safety devices
Cutting width and rip fence
Sliding tables anodized, “X-Roll” guiding system
Outrigger table and crosscut fence
Packaging
Important Accessories
Customer service & maintenance

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