TPG Adapter (Drop-On) for TPG Parallel Guide System

Quick Tool-Free Drop-on Attachment for Your TSO Parallel Guide System

Designed to connect our TPG Sets to Festool or Kreg guide rails. The Drop-On TPG Adapter performs the same function as our  Slide-On TPG Adapter, but adds a quick, tool-free, "drop-on" attachment method.

Combine two Drop-On TPG Adapters (sold separately) with any of our TPG Sets to complete your TSO Parallel Guide System.

Key Features

• Complete Your TSO Parallel Guide System: The Drop-On TPG Adapter connects using the M6 Comfort Grip Star Knobs and CNC-Machined Centering Spacers included with a TPG-20, TPG-30 or TPG-30/50 Set (sold separately).
• Won’t Interfere with Plunge Cuts: This adapter will not interfere with track saw plunge cuts and easily moves along the guide rail once attached.
• Quick Drop-on Attachment: When placed on your guide rail, the Drop-On TPG Adapter can be fine-tuned by adjusting the two "zero clearance adjustment" screws to eliminate unwanted play; this procedure only has to be performed during first use.
• Permanent Attachment: Can be permanently secured to your guide rail with the included torpedo nut and top-mounted M5 flathead screws.
• Perfectly Parallel and Square: To complete your TSO Parallel Guide System, you can replace Drop-on TPG Adapters with a compatible TSO Guide Rail Square for making perfectly square cuts.

Initial Setup for Quick Use

1. Remove nutplate. Uninstall the nutplate by removing the two flathead screws at the top of the Drop-On TPG Adapter body, and set aside.
2. Drop it in. Place the Drop-On TPG Adapter anywhere along the guide rail T-slot (in lieu of sliding it in).
3. Adjust zero clearance screws. With the Drop-On TPG Adapter head dropped over the guide rail T-slot, use a 3mm Hex Driver (included in the TPG-20, TPG-30 and TPG-30/50 Sets) to turn the two "zero clearance adjustment" screws clockwise until they lightly touch the guide rail.
4. Fine tuning. Carefully back off the adjustment screws just enough that you can lift and replace the Drop-On TPG Adapter, but not so much that you have play between the adapter and guide rail. You should not have to repeat this adjustment procedure for subsequent use on Festool guide rails of the same profile; the adjustment screws feature thread locking compound to prevent unintended movement over time under normal use.

Setup for Permanent Attachment

While most users find it convenient to simply place and remove the parallel guides using the “drop-on” capability, there may be times when you desire a rigid attachment to your guide rail.

1. Loosen nutplate. Loosen the nutplate by partially unscrewing the two flathead screws at the top of the Drop-On TPG Adapter body.
2. Slide it in. Slide the Drop-On TPG Adapter from either end of your guide rail to the desired position.
3. Lock in place. Fully secure the two flathead screws on the top of the Drop-On TPG Adapter.

What's Included

• 1 qty. Drop-On TPG Adapter

What's NOT Included

Previous versions of our TPG Adapters included Comfort Grip Knobs and Centering Spacers, along with a 3mm Ball-Hex Driver. These accessories are now included in the TPG-20, TPG-30 and TPG-30/50 Sets, and no longer included with each TPG Adapter.

Support Documentation

• TPG 20/30/50 Parallel Guide System User Guide (PDF)

How to Build Your TSO Parallel Guide System

• STEP 1: Select a TPG Set based on maximum rip cut width
• STEP 2: Select a method of attachment compatible with your guide rail. Sold separately. Buy any two.
• Drop-on TPG Adapter: Fits Festool & Kreg ACS.
• Slide-on TPG Adapter: Fits Festool, Makita, Milwaukee, RIDGID, Milescraft, Powertec, WEN, Eastvolt and Kreg ACS.
• Compatible Guide Rail Square: Fits DeWalt, Festool, Makita, Milwaukee, Kreg ACS, Powertec, or Triton, depending on the model.