{"product_id":"festool-578246-fs-1400-limited-edition-100th-anniversary-blue-anodized-55-in-guide-rail-promo","title":"Festool 578246 FS 1400 Limited Edition 100th Anniversary Blue Anodized 55-in. Guide Rail (PROMO)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/accuracy.svg\" alt=\"accuracy\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraight, Clean Cuts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe splinter guard sits right on the cut line, so you can line up fast and get cleaner edges with less tear-out and less rework.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/circular-saw.svg\" alt=\"circular-saw\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Multiple Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThis Festool guide rail works with compatible track saws, routers, and jigsaws, so one rail can handle cutting and groove-routing jobs across your setup.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/handle.svg\" alt=\"handle\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStays Put on the Work\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eBacking strips help grip smooth material and protect the surface, which makes setup quicker and reduces the need to fight the rail while you work.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Festool 578246 FS 1400 Limited Edition 100th Anniversary Blue Anodized 55\" Guide Rail is a precision guide rail for track saw, router, and jigsaw work. This is a guide rail designed for straight, splinter-free cuts and routing grooves. Model Number 578246. If you want cleaner results without dragging big sheet goods across stationary machines, this rail gives you a controlled, repeatable cutting path right where the workpiece sits.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe big reason guys buy a rail like this is accuracy that actually saves time. Festool builds the FS 1400 around a splinter guard positioned directly at the scribe mark, so you can place the rail on your line and cut with less guessing. That matters on finished plywood, veneered panels, interior trim stock, and any job where chipped edges turn into touch-up work. The slideway lining also helps the saw or router move smoothly along the rail, which keeps the cut consistent and makes the whole setup feel more controlled.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis rail is more than just a straightedge. It is part of Festool's guide rail system, which means it is meant to work with compatible saws, routers, jigsaws, clamps, limit stops, connectors, and other rail accessories. Festool also calls out zero-play guidance when paired with compatible circular saws because the guidance jaws can be adjusted to fit the rail without tools. That tighter fit is what helps deliver clean, exact cuts instead of a tool wandering on the track.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn the job, the practical stuff matters as much as the cut quality. The underside grip strips help the rail stay positioned on smooth materials and help protect the workpiece surface. That speeds up setup, especially when you are making layout-sensitive cuts on sheet goods or finished stock. When extra hold is needed, the rail is also compatible with clamps and other securing accessories, so you can scale from quick shop cuts to more locked-in production work.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 55 inch length hits a sweet spot for cabinet parts, sheet breakdown, furniture work, interior finishing, and general woodworking. It is long enough for many common rip and crosscut tasks, but still manageable to move, store, and carry. At about 5.864 lbs assembled weight, it stays light enough to handle easily without feeling flimsy. The aluminum construction is called out as lightweight yet robust, which is exactly what you want in a rail that needs to stay straight and travel well.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnother strong point is flexibility. Festool notes that multiple guide rails can be connected for longer cuts, which is a big deal if you are breaking down larger panels or handling site-built cabinetry and millwork. With the right accessories, the system also supports angle transfer, precise groove routing, and other guided operations that go well beyond basic straight cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis limited-edition version adds the 100th-anniversary blue anodized finish, so it stands out from the standard rail while keeping the same core function. That special finish is nice if you appreciate Festool history or just want something different in the shop, but the real reason to buy it is still performance: fast setup, accurate alignment, cleaner cut edges, and compatibility with the broader Festool guide rail platform.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho should buy it? Woodworkers, cabinet installers, finish carpenters, remodelers, and serious DIY users who want better control when cutting sheet goods or routing straight grooves. If you already run Festool guide-rail-compatible tools, this is an easy fit. If you are trying to get cleaner results with less measuring, less tear-out, and less wrestling material onto larger machines, this rail makes a lot of sense.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-1\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFestool 578246 FS 1400 Limited Edition 100th Anniversary Blue Anodized 55\" Guide Rail Delivers Cleaner Cut Lines\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/50898467520806_2b6cecbb70f6.jpg\" alt=\"Festool 578246 FS 1400 Limited Edition 100th Anniversary Blue Anodized 55 inch Guide Rail guiding a track saw through a wood panel on a worktable for straight, splinter-free cutting\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf edge quality matters, the splinter guard is the feature that earns its keep. It gives you a clear reference right on the cut line and helps reduce tear-out, especially on sheet goods and finished surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSplinter guard sits directly at the scribe mark for easier alignment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned for splinter-free sawing, including angled cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSmooth Tool Travel Means More Controlled Results\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/50898467520806_8694f2b99f41.jpg\" alt=\"Festool 578246 FS 1400 Limited Edition 100th Anniversary Blue Anodized 55 inch Guide Rail with a compatible Festool saw riding on the rail for guided cutting control\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA guide rail only helps if the tool tracks cleanly. Festool's slideway lining is built to let the saw or router glide without that sticky, grabby feel that can throw off a cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLow-friction slideway lining helps the machine move smoothly\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatible circular saws can be adjusted for zero-play guidance without tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-3\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSet It Down and Get to Work\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/50898467520806_e247beed5332.jpg\" alt=\"Festool 578246 FS 1400 Limited Edition 100th Anniversary Blue Anodized 55 inch Guide Rail in use on a wood workpiece with a track saw during jobsite-style cutting setup\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grip strips on the underside help the rail hold position on smooth stock and help protect the surface. That is a real time-saver when you are making one-off cuts, trim adjustments, or layout-sensitive passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBacking layer helps grip smooth materials during setup and cutting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRail is also compatible with clamps when you need extra hold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-4\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOne Rail, More Than One Job\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/50898467520806_b721e7cf84c3.jpg\" alt=\"Festool 578246 FS 1400 Limited Edition 100th Anniversary Blue Anodized 55 inch Guide Rail being positioned with a guide accessory on a wood panel for accurate layout and guided routing or cutting\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not just a saw track. The FS 1400 is part of a larger Festool rail system, so it can support straight cuts, groove routing, angle transfer, and longer setups when connected to additional rails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse with compatible track saws, routers, or jigsaws\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMultiple guide rails can be connected for longer cutting capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e(1) Guide Rail\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTool Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuide Rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRail Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55\" (1400 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight (lbs)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.864 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue anodized limited-edition design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/circular-saw.svg\" alt=\"circular-saw\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSaw Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eUse with compatible Festool track saws and circular saws designed for the guide rail system.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/drill.svg\" alt=\"drill\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRouter and Jigsaw Use\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eAlso designed for use with compatible routers and jigsaws for straight grooves and guided cuts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/accessories-included.svg\" alt=\"accessories-included\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGuide Rail System Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eWorks with the Festool guide rail accessory system, including clamps, stops, connectors, attachments, and storage solutions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eCabinetry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eWoodworking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eInterior Finishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eFinish Carpentry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eFurniture Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eTimber Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRemodeling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eSheet Goods Cutting\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eIf you are using this rail with a compatible Festool saw, take the extra minute to dial in the guidance jaws for a zero-play fit. That is what gives you the cleanest tracking and helps the splinter guard do its job on finish-sensitive cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e No manufacturer's warranty. \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA track saw rail that earns its spot fast\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Festool 578246 FS 1400 Limited Edition 100th Anniversary Blue Anodized 55\" Guide Rail is the kind of accessory that makes your saw, router, or jigsaw setup feel more dialed-in from the first cut.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woodworkers, cabinet installers, finish carpenters, and serious DIY users who care about straight cuts, cleaner edges, and faster setup on sheet goods and finished stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The splinter guard, low-friction slideway, and Festool system compatibility are the real story here. You are not just buying a straightedge. You are buying repeatability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is sold as a rail only, so its value really shows up when paired with compatible Festool tools and accessories. The 100-year blue finish is cool, but the precision is the reason to grab it.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of product is this?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a guide rail for making straight, controlled cuts and grooves with compatible Festool saws, routers, and jigsaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the rail?\u003c\/strong\u003e The rail is 55 inches long, also identified as FS 1400 or 55\" (1400 mm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this rail be connected to other rails?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Festool states that multiple guide rails can be connected for longer cutting setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it help reduce splintering?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It uses a splinter guard positioned at the scribe mark to help minimize tear-out and produce cleaner edges.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Festool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54171006009638,"sku":"PROMO 578246","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/down_fs_100yfs__578246_z_02a_1.jpg?v=1755059459","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/festool-578246-fs-1400-limited-edition-100th-anniversary-blue-anodized-55-in-guide-rail-promo","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}