Key Features
Straight, Clean CutsThe integrated splinterguard doubles as your cut line, so setup is quicker and the edge stays cleaner with less tear-out. 55 Inch Guide RailThis Festool guide rail is sized for precision cuts up to 49 inches long, which makes it a practical everyday track for sheet goods and trim work. Clamps IncludedThe included screw clamps lock the rail or workpiece in place through the guide rail slot or Festool MFT table, cutting down on shift during the cut.
Overview
Festool 491498 FS 1400 55″ Guide Rail with Two 4-11/16-in Screw Clamps is a guide rail kit built for straight, repeatable cuts with compatible Festool saws, routers, and jigsaws. This is a guide rail designed for precision cutting and guided tool control. Model Number: 491498-489570. If you want cleaner cut lines, faster setup, and better control than freehand work or improvised straightedges, this setup gets you there with the rail and clamps in one package.
The FS 1400 guide rail is 55 inches long and is intended to make precision cuts up to 49 inches long with a Festool TS plunge cut saw. That size is a sweet spot for a lot of real work. It is long enough for common crosscuts and rip work on sheet material, but still manageable to carry, store, and set up on site. The integrated splinterguard serves as the cut line, so once it is trimmed to your saw, you can place the rail exactly where the blade will cut instead of measuring offsets every time.
What matters on the job is not just straightness, but repeatability. The integrated splinterguard also helps prevent tear-out and splintering, whether cutting across the grain or with it. That means less cleanup on finish material and less second-guessing before you commit to the cut. Festool also builds non-skid rubber strips into the underside of the rail, which helps keep the track from shifting during setup and cutting. On lighter work, that can save time. On critical work, the included clamps give you a more secure hold.
The included Festool screw clamps are not throw-in accessories. They are core system parts designed to work with Festool guide rails and MFT multifunction tables. They insert into the bottom T-slot of the guide rail for flexible positioning, and they can also be used with the holes and channels on the Festool MFT system. Each clamp has a clamping thickness of 4-11/16 inches (120 mm), which gives you enough reach for a wide range of panels, tops, and workholding setups.
One of the better things about this setup is that it is not locked into a single tool use. The rail is part of the broader Festool guide system, so you can use compatible Festool routers or jigsaws on the same rail for expanded capability. That matters if you want one straight reference system for cutting, routing, and guided layout work instead of separate jigs for each task. Multiple guide rails can also be connected for longer cuts when the job calls for it.
From a practical standpoint, this kit is a good fit for carpenters, cabinet installers, trim crews, remodelers, and serious DIY users who care about clean edges and predictable results. If you already run Festool guided tools, this is one of those system pieces that pays for itself in setup time and cut quality. If you are working without a fixed table saw on site, a guide rail like this lets you bring the tool to the material instead of wrestling full sheets across a stationary machine.
Set the Cut Line Fast
The rail gives you a clear visual reference before the saw ever touches the material. That means faster alignment and fewer setup mistakes when accuracy actually matters.
- Integrated splinterguard acts as the cut line
- Helps reduce tear-out and splintering during cuts
Lock the Rail Down When It Counts
Non-skid strips help, but clamps are the move when you need the rail absolutely fixed for repeat cuts, slick material, or edge-critical work.
- Includes two Festool screw clamps
- Each clamp offers 4-11/16 inch (120 mm) clamping thickness
What’s in the Box
- (1) Festool FS 1400 Guide Rail, 55 in
- (2) Festool Screw Clamps, 4-11/16 in (120 mm)
Key Specifications
| Guide Rail Length | 55 in |
|---|---|
| Maximum Precision Cut Length | 49 in |
| Clamp Capacity | 4-11/16 in (120 mm) |
| Included Clamps | 2 |
| Weight | 7.0 lb |
| Rail Features | Integrated splinterguard and non-skid rubber strips |
Compatibility
Festool Saw Compatibility Use the FS 1400 guide rail with the Festool TS plunge cut saw for precision cuts up to 49 inches long. Guided Router and Jigsaw Use The rail is part of the Festool guided system and can also be used with Festool routers or jigsaws for expanded capability. Festool MFT System The included screw clamps are designed to work with Festool MFT multifunction tables and the bottom T-slot of Festool guide rails.
Built For
Cabinet InstallationFinish CarpentryRemodelingSheet Goods CuttingGuided RoutingWoodworking
Pro Tip
If you are doing repeat cuts on slick or finished material, use the included screw clamps in the rail’s bottom slot instead of relying only on the non-skid strips. It takes a little longer to set up, but it keeps the rail from creeping when the cut has to land exactly on your line.
Tool Nut’s Take
Tool Nut’s Take
Festool 491498 FS 1400 55″ Guide Rail with Two 4-11/16-in Screw Clamps is the right starting rail for serious guided cutting
This is a smart buy for anyone who wants cleaner cuts, faster setup, and a rail system that does more than just guide a saw.
- Who it’s for: Carpenters, cabinet guys, remodelers, and serious DIY users running compatible Festool saws, routers, or jigsaws.
- Why it stands out: You get the popular 55 inch rail length, the splinterguard cut line, non-skid strips, and two proper Festool clamps in the same package.
- Worth knowing: This is a system piece. It really shines when you are already working with Festool guided tools or planning to build around the guide rail and MFT setup.
Common Questions
- What is this product? It is a Festool guide rail kit that includes one 55 inch FS 1400 guide rail and two 4-11/16 inch screw clamps.
- How long of a cut can it make with a Festool TS plunge cut saw? The guide rail is designed for precision cuts up to 49 inches long.
- Can this rail be used with tools other than a plunge saw? Yes. Festool states the guide rail can also be used with compatible Festool routers and jigsaws.
- Can longer cuts be made? Yes. Multiple Festool guide rails can be connected to create longer track length when needed.
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