{"product_id":"festool-203160-parallel-guide-set-for-guide-rail-system-imperial-5s6pjg","title":"Festool 203160 Parallel Guide Set For Guide Rail System, Imperial","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\u003eRepeatable Rip Cuts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eSet your offset from the rail and make consistent parallel cuts without measuring each piece again. That saves time when you are breaking down panels or repeating the same width cut across multiple parts.\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\/capacity.svg\" alt=\"capacity\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide And Narrow Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe main guides handle wider rip cuts up to 650 mm, while the extensions cover narrow repetitive cuts from 1 mm to 195 mm. You get one setup that handles both panel work and smaller strip cuts.\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 Festool Rails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThis Festool guide rail accessory works with any length Festool FS\/2 guide rail. If you already cut with a Festool track saw setup, this is the add-on that makes repetitive sizing much faster.\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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFestool 203160 Parallel Guide Set For Guide Rail System, Imperial\u003c\/strong\u003e is a guide rail accessory set for the Festool track saw system. This is a guide rail accessory designed for consistent rip cuts. Model 203160 gives woodworkers, cabinet installers, and finish carpenters a faster way to size sheet goods and repeat the same cut width without stopping to re-measure every panel.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe whole point of this set is repeatability. The parallel guides use two adjustable stops that register off the edge of the material so your cut stays parallel to that edge. In real shop or jobsite use, that means cleaner workflow when you are trimming plywood, sizing cabinet parts, or making multiple strips at the same width. Instead of marking every line, checking both ends, and hoping nothing drifted, you set the guides and keep moving.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis set combines the longer parallel guides with the parallel guide extensions, which is what makes it more useful than buying only one part of the system. The main guides handle rip cuts up to 650 mm, or 25 19\/32 inches. The extensions cover narrow repetitive rip cuts from 1 mm to 195 mm, or 1\/16 inch to 7 11\/16 inches. That range matters because it lets the same system handle full panel breakdown and smaller filler strips, edge pieces, and repeat parts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom a design standpoint, this is a purpose-built accessory for the Festool guide rail system, not a universal workaround. The guides are made to integrate with Festool FS\/2 rails, and the image shows the kind of setup it is meant for: accurate, controlled cutting on sheet material with the guide rail doing the tracking and the parallel guides doing the positioning. If you already trust a guide rail for straight cuts, this accessory adds another layer of speed and consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt is also practical because it works with any length Festool FS\/2 guide rail. That gives you flexibility depending on whether you are cutting smaller workpieces in the shop or larger sheet stock on site. Guide rail sold separately, so this is best viewed as an upgrade for users already invested in the Festool rail platform rather than a starting point for someone building a cutting system from scratch.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Festool 203160 Parallel Guide Set For Guide Rail System, Imperial is best for cabinetmaking, woodworking, built-ins, closet systems, and finish work where repeatable sizing matters. If your jobs involve breaking down sheet goods and producing multiple parts at the same dimension, this accessory earns its keep quickly. If you only make occasional one-off cuts, it may be more than you need. But for anyone doing production-style panel cutting with a Festool guide rail, it is a real time-saver.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFaster Setup For Repetitive Panel 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\/50175504285990_df2bd4c58bbb.jpg\" alt=\"Festool 203160 Parallel Guide Set For Guide Rail System, Imperial mounted to a Festool guide rail for repeatable rip cutting on a wood panel in a workshop setup\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you need multiple parts at the same width, this setup cuts down the usual layout work. The guides register off the edge of the panel so you can focus on feeding the saw and keeping production moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eParallel guides support repeatable rip cuts up to 650 mm, or 25 19\/32 inches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtensions handle narrow cuts from 1 mm to 195 mm, or 1\/16 inch to 7 11\/16 inches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned for use with Festool FS\/2 guide rails\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\n\u003cli\u003eParallel Guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParallel Guide Extensions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"included-note\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuide rail sold separately.\u003c\/p\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 Accessory Set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Rip Cut Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e650 mm \/ 25 19\/32 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNarrow Rip Cut Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 mm to 195 mm \/ 1\/16 in to 7 11\/16 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible Rail System\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFestool FS\/2 Guide Rails, any length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMeasurement System\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImperial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight (lbs)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e203160\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMade In\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\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\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGuide Rail Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eWorks with any length Festool FS\/2 guide rail.\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\u003eExtension Use\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eParallel Guide Extensions must be used together with the Parallel Guide.\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\"\u003eCabinet Installation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eWoodworking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eBuilt-Ins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eSheet Goods Breakdown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRepeat Rip Cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eFinish Carpentry\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 batching cabinet parts, set the guides once and cut all pieces of that width before changing the setting. That is where the Festool 203160 Parallel Guide Set saves the most time and helps keep every part dead consistent.\u003c\/p\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\u003eFestool 203160 Parallel Guide Set For Guide Rail System, Imperial Is A Smart Add-On For Serious Track Saw Users\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you already cut with Festool rails and do repeat panel sizing, this accessory takes a lot of measuring and second-guessing out of the process.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cabinetmakers, finish carpenters, and woodworkers who break down sheet goods and need repeatable rip cuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e It covers both wider rips and narrow repetitive cuts, and it works with any length Festool FS\/2 guide rail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an accessory upgrade, not a complete cutting system. You still need a compatible guide rail, sold separately.\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 does this accessory do?\u003c\/strong\u003e It helps create repeatable parallel rip cuts by referencing the edge of the workpiece instead of measuring each cut individually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat guide rails does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed to work with any length Festool FS\/2 guide rail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow wide of a rip cut can it handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e The parallel guides support rip cuts up to 650 mm, or 25 19\/32 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan it make narrow repetitive cuts too?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. With the extensions installed, it can make narrow repetitive rip cuts from 1 mm to 195 mm, or 1\/16 inch to 7 11\/16 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Festool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43570338627632,"sku":"201182-201183-KIT","price":157.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/4876\/8304\/files\/ly6gd36srg3m_01f2f3f7-340c-458e-ac5c-8f018f2007b6.jpg?v=1788577550","url":"https:\/\/toolnutus.com\/products\/festool-203160-parallel-guide-set-for-guide-rail-system-imperial-5s6pjg","provider":"InoPrints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}