{"product_id":"festool-578742-5-0-ah-battery-starter-set","title":"Festool 578742 5.0 Ah Battery Starter Set HighPower","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"functions-sheet-content__text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"functions-sheet-content__text\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-style-100-copy\"\u003eReliable power to get started—and keep going. The Festool 18V Starter Energy Set with 5.0 Ah Li-HighPower batteries delivers dependable, high-output performance for professionals getting started with Festool cordless tools or adding proven capacity to an existing system. Designed as a practical, ready-to-use power solution, this set combines strong runtime, fast charging, and everyday versatility in a streamlined package. The set includes two 5.0 Ah Li-HighPower battery packs—true all-around performers engineered for demanding applications. Advanced Li-HighPower cell technology delivers strong, sustained output and long runtime across a wide range of Festool 18V tools, making these batteries ideal for power-intensive, continuous work. Also included is the TCL 6 rapid charger, which recharges batteries quickly to minimize downtime between tasks. Its compact design and integrated wall-mount slots make it easy to set up wherever power is needed—whether in the shop, on the jobsite, or in a mobile workspace. Simple, durable, and built for everyday use, this Starter Energy Set provides the essential power professionals rely on—fully backed by Festool Service for long-term confidence and support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"text-style-100-copy\"\u003eVersatile power across applications: 5.0 Ah Li-HighPower battery packs deliver strong, sustained output for a wide range of tools and tasks. Advanced Li-HighPower cell technology provides up to 50% more power with Festool’s latest generation of saws and the HLC 82 cordless planer compared to a standard 5.0 Ah battery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"text-style-100-copy\"\u003eBuilt for long service life: High-current-resistant cells are engineered to handle demanding, everyday use—helping extend battery lifespan while maintaining reliable performance over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"text-style-100-copy\"\u003eAutomatic dust extraction start. Bluetooth®-enabled battery packs automatically start a paired Festool CLEANTEC dust extractor when the cordless tool is switched on, streamlining workflow and improving jobsite cleanliness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"text-style-100-copy\"\u003eSmart battery insights. When used with the Festool app, Bluetooth® connectivity provides access to detailed battery data including charge level, temperature, and charge cycles—helping you monitor performance and plan work more efficiently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"text-style-100-copy\"\u003eBroad charger compatibility. The TCL 6 quick charger supports most Festool lithium-ion battery packs from 10.8 V to 18 V (excluding BP-XS for CXS\/TXS and MXC chargers), making it a flexible charging solution across the Festool cordless platform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"text-style-100-copy\"\u003eBacked by Festool Service. All battery packs and chargers are fully covered by Festool Service, delivering dependable support, long-term reliability, and peace of mind on every job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"text-style-100-copy\"\u003eExpand your system with high-capacity power for the workshop or jobsite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Festool 18 V cordless tools (except ETSC 125, RTSC 400, DTSC 400)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-gray-lighter-bg content-outbreak rf-row rf-row--outbreak\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-auto-height=\"perline\" class=\"grid grid-fixed rf-row three-good-reasons-teaser\"\u003eIncludes \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"triangle__container\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"triangle__element\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.toolnirvana.com\/products\/festool-578939-highpower-battery-bp-18-li-5-0-hp-asi\" title=\"Festool 578939 HighPower Battery BP 18 Li 5.0 HP-ASI\"\u003eBP 18 Li 5.0 HP-ASI Battery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"triangle__element\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.toolnirvana.com\/products\/festool-201138-battery-charger-tcl-6\" title=\"Festool 201138 Battery Charger TCL 6\"\u003eTCL 6 Rapid Charger\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note this item does not ship in a Systainer - \u003ca title=\"Energy Sets\" href=\"https:\/\/www.toolnirvana.com\/collections\/energy-sets\"\u003eview Systainer Energy Sets here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Festool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52030490902848,"sku":"FES 578742","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/3699\/files\/578742.jpg?v=1779286078","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnirvana.com\/products\/festool-578742-5-0-ah-battery-starter-set","provider":"Tool Nirvana","version":"1.0","type":"link"}