Key Features
Cleaner Edge Control The Festool PA-HLC 82/EHL 65 Parallel Side Fence keeps the planer tracking straight along edges so it does not drift sideways during rebate work or trimming. Adjustable Rebate Width Infinitely adjustable side guidance from 0 mm to 82 mm lets you dial in the width you need instead of working around fixed positions. Fast Tool-Free Setup A rotary knob makes mounting quick, which matters when you are moving between edge work and open-surface planing during install or trim jobs.
Overview
The Festool PA-HLC 82/EHL 65 Parallel Side Fence, model 578105, is a planer fence accessory built for precise side guidance when working close to an edge. This is a planer fence designed for controlled rebate work, trimming, and straight edge planing. If you use a compatible Festool planer and want more predictable results on carcasses, trim, skirting, infill panels, or doors, this accessory gives you a more controlled way to keep the tool tracking where it should.
What matters here is not just that it attaches to the planer, but what that does on the job. When you are planing near an edge, it is easy for the tool to wander off line and change the cut. The parallel side fence acts as a guide so the planer stays aligned instead of drifting sideways. That means cleaner rebates, more consistent trimming passes, and less time correcting a cut that moved when you did not want it to.
Festool also built in an infinitely adjustable rebate width from 0 mm to 82 mm. That gives you useful flexibility for different edge conditions and material layouts without being locked into preset positions. If you are doing finish work, cabinet adjustments, or fitting doors and panels, that range makes the fence more practical because you can match the setup to the workpiece rather than compromise around the accessory.
Setup is straightforward thanks to the tool-free mounting design with a rotary knob. That is a small detail, but it saves time in real use. Accessories that are awkward to install tend to get left in the box. This one is built to go on fast, which makes it more likely you will actually use it when accuracy matters. Festool also includes a planing shaft cover to help prevent reaching in, which is a smart piece of jobsite-minded design.
The overall size of 165 x 110 x 30 mm and weight of 0.21 kg keep this accessory compact and easy to carry with the planer kit. It is not adding unnecessary bulk, and that matters for installers and trim carpenters who are already moving from room to room with one-handed planing tasks and adjustment work.
Compatibility is specific and important: this parallel side fence is made for the Festool HLC 82 and EHL 65 planers. If those are the tools you run, this accessory fills a real need for edge-guided planing. If you do not use those models, this is not a universal fence and should be matched carefully to the correct planer.
Bottom line, this is for users who want more control out of their planer, especially in finish-oriented work where straight, repeatable edge guidance matters. Carpenters, cabinet installers, remodelers, and serious DIY users fitting doors or trimming panels will get the most from it. It is a simple accessory, but it solves a very real problem and does it in a practical way.
Keep Edge Planing Straight with the Festool PA-HLC 82/EHL 65 Parallel Side Fence
This accessory is all about making a planer easier to control when you are working along an edge. Instead of freehanding a pass and hoping the tool stays put, the fence gives you a physical reference that helps keep the cut straight and repeatable.
- Adjustable side guidance range from 0 mm to 82 mm
- Designed for precise guidance during trimming, assembly work, and rebate planing
- Tool-free mounting with rotary knob for quicker setup changes
Key Specifications
| Adjustment Range | 0 to 82 mm |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 165 x 110 x 30 mm |
| Weight | 0.21 kg |
| Accessory Type | Parallel side fence for planer |
Compatibility
Compatible Planers Fits Festool HLC 82 and EHL 65 planers. Use Case Built for side guidance during rebate work, trimming, and edge planing where straight tracking matters.
Built For
Carpentry Remodeling Woodworking Assembly Work Door Fitting Trim Work Skirting and Infill Panels Carcass Planing
Pro Tip
When you are matching a rebate width across multiple parts, set the fence once and run all pieces in the same setup before changing anything. That is the easiest way to keep doors, panels, or trim parts consistent from one workpiece to the next.
Tool Nut’s Take
Tool Nut’s Take
Simple accessory, real payoff
The Festool PA-HLC 82/EHL 65 Parallel Side Fence is the kind of add-on that makes a compatible planer noticeably easier to trust on edge work.
- Who it’s for: Trim carpenters, cabinet installers, remodelers, and anyone using an HLC 82 or EHL 65 for controlled edge planing or rebate cuts.
- Why it stands out: The 0 to 82 mm adjustment range and tool-free mounting make it practical, not fussy, and the side guidance solves the exact problem that shows up during close-edge planing.
- Worth knowing: This is a model-specific accessory, so it makes sense only if you are running the compatible Festool planers. If you are, it is a smart buy for cleaner, more repeatable work.
Common Questions
- What is this accessory used for? It provides parallel side guidance for a planer, helping keep the tool straight during rebate work, trimming, and edge planing.
- What is the adjustment range? The side guidance is adjustable from 0 mm to 82 mm.
- Which planers does it fit? It is designed for the Festool HLC 82 and EHL 65.
- Does it require tools to install? No. Festool specifies tool-free mounting with a rotary knob.
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