Festool PSC-E 18 EB-Basic 18V Brushless Barrel Grip Jigsaw (Body Only, T-LOC Systainer)
Festool PSC-E 18 EB-Basic 18V brushless compact knob-handle jigsaw: 40mm in wood, 10mm in steel, 23mm stroke, fixed 90° table. Body only in Systainer³.
Where it sits among jigsaws
Against the 67 jigsaws we list. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.
Full specs
From Festool's own documentation. Checked 03/10/2026. Report a spec error ›
Cutting
Grip & Features
Power & Motor
Physical & Build
The PSC-E 18 is a compact Festool jigsaw with a fixed 90° table, built for material up to 40mm thick rather than deep cuts. It weighs 1.7kg and is the quietest saw in this group at 83 dB(A) LpA. If you need bevel cuts or more than 40mm in wood, the PSC 500 covers 120mm with a tilting table.
Powered by Festool 18V · 5
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Warranty · 3yr
Register in MyFestool within 100 days of purchase for 3 years of free repair, including wear parts such as carbon brushes, bearings and battery packs. Also covers theft replacement for 3 years (excess applies) and 10-year spare-part availability. Not available to dealers, hire companies or resellers. Consumables and accessories are excluded.
Warranty terms are set by the maker and can change. Always confirm current cover on their site before you buy.
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