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Four Steel Rails for Smooth and Accurate Cuts
The LS0714 is engineered with four steel rails and four linear ball bearings for smooth and accurate, adjustment-free cuts. The engineered aluminum base supports large stock for efficient cutting. The compact LS0714 miters from 0 to 47 degrees left and 0 to 57 degrees right, with nine positive miter stops at 15, 22.5, 30, and 45 degrees (left or right), and 0 degree (90-degree cuts). The saw weighs only 28.9 pounds with a compact size (only 26-3/8 inches in overall length) with a convenient carrying handle for easy portability.
Best in Class for a Range of Applications
The LS0714 is engineered for a broad range of trades, including remodelers, carpenters, floor installers, finishers, and general contractors seeking a best-in-class 7-1/2-inch slide compound miter saw for the jobsite or on the benchtop. The LS0714 is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best-in-class engineering.
About Makita Saws
Cut after cut, Makita saws deliver power, performance, and capacity with less weight and more ease-of-use features. Makita has a full range of corded and cordless saws and blades for cutting wood, metal, and masonry, including table saws, miter saws, reciprocating saws, circular saws, jig saws, metal cutting saws, plunge saws, and more, as well as a complete line of blades and accessories.
About Makita
Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial-quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial-strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best-in-Class Engineering.
Warranty
Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. If you are not satisfied with any Makita tool within 30 days of purchase, return it and Makita will provide a replacement or refund. Each Makita tool is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one-year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita's Factory or Authorized Service Centers. Please see makitatools.com for complete details.
What's in the Box
Makita LS0714 7-1/2-Inch Slide Component Miter Saw, 7-1/2-inch C.T. blade, vertical vise, wrench, triangular ruler, two each extension wings, and dust bag.
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Precise Miter and Bevel Cuts
The LS1216L has an exclusive 5-1/2" tall sliding fence system, with four sliding fences featuring upper and lower fence adjustments for more precise miter and bevel cuts to accommodate a variety of cutting applications. The saw miters 0° to 52° left and 0° to 60° right, with positive stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, and 45° (left and right). The dual rear-handle bevel lock is easily accessible with adjustments 0° to 45° (left and right), with positive stops at 0°, 22.5°, 33.9°, and 45° (left and right). Precision adjustments are made easier with dual front bevel scales for improved visibility. The easy one-touch (push in and turn) miter lock system is designed for accurate adjustments and increased efficiency. For more precise cuts, a built-in laser indicates the line of cut, whether the blade is turning or not, and also includes an on/off switch and microadjustments for precise "left-of-blade" or "right-of-blade" cutting.
Ease-of-Use Features
In addition to the large cutting capacity, power, and accuracy, the LS1216L offers a range of conveniences and ease-of-use features. The LS1216L has a patented 4-Steel Rail Sliding System that requires less rear space than competitor dual sliding miter saws. The see-through blade guard system provides greater visibility of blade and line of cut, and has a one-step blade change process for increased efficiency. The ergonomic rubberized horizontal D-handle design has a better fit and added comfort, and the large trigger switch is designed for easier operation.
15 AMP Power for Smoother, Higher-Quality Cutting
The LS1216L has a 15 AMP direct gear box motor that never slips, bogs down, or requires maintenance like belt-driven saws. The soft start feature delivers smoother startups, and the Electronic Speed Control maintains constant speed under load for smoother, higher-quality cutting.
Best in Class for a Range of Applications
The LS1216L is engineered for precision tasks in woodworking shops, as well as for cutting large materials like 4" x 16" beams and wide boards up to 15". It is ideal for a broad range of tradespeople, including finish carpenters, professional woodworkers, case and base installers, cabinet installers, cabinet manufacturers, closet installers, decking and flooring professionals, siding installers, stair installers, and general contractors seeking a best-in-class 12" dual slide compound miter saw for the jobsite, benchtop, or high-production/manufacturing setting.
About Makita's Miter Saws with DXT
Makita's new miter saws with DXT (Deep and eXact Cutting Technology) are designed with an innovative direct drive gearbox and patented retractable guard system engineered for large vertical cutting. In addition, the exclusive 6 linear ball bearings deliver smooth, solid and adjustment-free "dead-on" accurate cuts. The saws also have a patented 4-Steel Rail Sliding System that further increases rigidity to produce superior cuts, as the four steel rails provide less deflection. The four steel rails also enable a more compact rear design than standard two-rail systems. Makita's new miter saws deliver a larger cutting capacity and more accuracy combined with a more compact rear design.
About Makita
Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial-quality power tools, and it offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are more compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial-strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800-4-MAKITA (800-462-5482) or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best in Class Engineering.
What's in the Box
Makita LS1216L 12-inch Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw, 60T TCT Saw Blade, Vertical Vise, Dust Bag, Triangular Rule and Wrench.
Makita LS1216L 12" Dual Slide Compound Miter SawMakita LS1216L 12" Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw Features:; Miter saw; Large cutting capacity up to 8" crown molding nested, 6-1/2" baseboard vertical, and 15" crosscut at 90 °; Compact design with a patented 4 steel rail sliding system further increases rigidity to produce superior cuts; Exclusive 6 linear ball bearings deliver smooth, solid and adjustment free dead on accurate cuts; Exclusive 5-1/2" tall dual sliding fence system features versatile upper and lower fence adjustments for more precise miter and bevel cuts; Patented retractable rear guard and triple gear system for increased vertical cutting capacity; Independent laser indicates line of cut whether blade is turning or not, with on and off switch and micro adjustments for precise left of blade or right of blade cutting; Electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load for smoother higher quality cutting; Powerful 15 amp direct drive motor requires less maintenance and delivers 3,200 RPMs with soft start for smoother power ups; Miters 0 ° to 50 ° left and 0 ° to 60 ° right with positive stops at 0 °, 15 °, 22.5 °, 31.6 ° and 45 ° left and right; Bevels 0 ° to 45 ° left and right with positive stops at 22.5 °, 33.9 ° and 45 ° left and right; Ergonomic rubberized horizontal D handle design with oversized trigger switch for better fit and added comfortMakita LS1216L 12" Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw Specifications:; Includes: 60T carbide tipped blade (A-93712), vertical vise (122854-6), dust bag (122852-0), triangular rule (762001-3), socket wrench #13 (782232-8) and wrench #2.5(783208-8); Blade Diameter: 12 ; Arbor: 1 ; Crown Molding (Nested): 8 ; Baseboard (Vertical): 6-1/2 ; Max Cutting Capacity (Bevel/Miter): 90 °/90 ° - 3-5/8 x 15 , 45 °/ 45 ° LR " 3-5/8 x 10-1/2 ; No Load Speed: 3,200 RPM; AMPS (120V): 15.0; Dimensions (LxWxH): 31-3/4 x 25-1/4 x 28-3/8 ; 58.6 lbs
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Hitachi C10FCE2 10-Inch Compound Miter Saw Review
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The included 10-inch tungsten carbide tooth (TCT) saw blade makes easy work of delicate trim and other woodwork, and the large extended flip fence raises to 4 inches to allow for accurate cutting of large workpieces up to 2-5/16 inches high and 5-21/32 inches deep.
Full of User-Friendly Features
The C10FCE2 has plenty of features to help you make the perfect cut the first time. To start, a 15-amp motor generates a no-load speed of up to 5,000 RPM for making crosscuts and miters with ease, even on the toughest cutting jobs.
For ease of use, a comfortable horizontal handle with a vibration-reducing elastomer grip keeps you in control at all times, a large table provides a stable guide and sturdy support, and a built-in clamping system holds your workpiece in place.
The C10FCE2 also includes a dust collector that minimizes accumulation of dust and particles in your both your workspace and the saw's interior components, keeping your jobsite clean and prolonging the life of the tool. An added bonus, easily accessible carbon brushes will help your saw perform for the long term.
Weighing just 26.3 pounds, the C10FCE2 is the lightest tool in its class, making it the most portable 10-inch compound miter saw on the market.
Durably built, this tool is backed with an industry-leading five-year warranty. It is compatible with the UU610 Miter Saw Stand from Hitachi.
About Hitachi: A Tradition of Innovation
Hitachi Power Tools (Hitachi Koki USA, Ltd.) provides professional-grade power tools for a variety of applications, including woodwork, metalwork, concrete, drilling, cutting, and fastening. Hitachi is a leader in power tool research and development and has achieved many firsts in the power tool industry, including creating the first-ever sliding compound miter saw to combine the capacity of a radial arm saw and the convenience of a miter saw. Today, Hitachi continues the tradition of innovation and engineering with new features in addition to classic quality.
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