WEN 70716 vs Makita LS1221

Model WEN
70716
Makita
LS1221

Basic Info

Suggested Price $129.01 $299.18
Release Jan 2015 Sep 2012

Overview

Top Features
  • Powerful 15 amp motor supplies 5500 RPM
  • Bevel anywhere from 0 to 45 degrees to the left and miter up to 52 degrees in both directions
  • Includes 60-tooth carbide tipped blade, dust collection bag, support arms, fence and hold down clamp
  • Spacious worktable and powerful saw provide a max cutting capacity 3.25 inches thick and 11.5 inches deep
  • Weighs in at a mere 30 pounds and is backed by a 2-year warranty
  • Powerful 15.0 AMP motor delivers 4,000 RPM
  • 4-1/2″” tall pivoting fence for cutting up to 5-1/2″” crown molding
  • Positive miter stops at 9 settings: 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, 45° right or left and 0° (90° cuts)
  • Horizontal D-handle design for easy and comfortable operation
  • Carbide tipped blade for precision cutting
  • Electric brake for maximum productivity
  • Pivoting fence for supporting larger material
  • 40T Carbide Tipped Blade (A-93706)
  • Vertical Vise (122540-9)
  • 2 ea. Extension Wing (323726-0)
  • Socket Wrench #13 (782232-8)
  • Dust Bag (122852-0)
  • LS1016LX5
  • LS1216LX4
  • LS1216L
  • LS1016L
  • LS1016
  • LS0714
  • LS1040F
  • LS1040
  • 12-inch compound miter saw kit; easily handles a 4 x 6 at 90-degrees
  • 15 amp motor delivers 4,000 rpm; horizontal D-handle; positive stops at 9 settings
  • Carbide-tipped blade; fiber-reinforced polycarbonate and aluminum coating
  • Includes vise, blade, 2 extension wings, socket wrench, dust bag
  • 24 by 26-1/2 by 23-7/8-inches; 36.4-pounds; 1-year warranty

All Features

Maximum Speed (rpm) 5500
Tools Product Type Power Tool
Electric Brake Yes
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Left 3.25 x 8.06
Manufacturer Warranty Two year warranty
Certifications and Listings ETL Listed
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Left 52
Power Tool Features Electric Brake,Lockout Power Switch,Positive Stops
Bench & Stationary Tool Type Compound Miter Saw
Amperage (amps) 15
Reconditioned No
Cord Length (ft.) 6.5
Returnable 90-Day
Maximum Cutting Thickness (in.) 3.25
Maximum miter capacity 52
Dust Collection Method 1.5 in. Dust Port
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Right 52
Cordless/ Corded Corded
Power Tool Product Type Bench & Stationary
Product Height (in.) 24
No Tool Blade Change No
Bevel Type Single
Arbor Size 5/8 1″
Miter Saw Type Sliding Compound
Maximum Degree Bevel Cuts – Left 45
Blade Diameter 10
Product Depth (in.) 32
Bench or Stationary Bench
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Right 3.25 x 8.06
Product Width (in.) 28
45 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Left 1.625 x 11.625
Includes Carbide Blade, Vertical Vise, Dust Bag, Socket Wrench, Extension Wing,
Features Horizontal D-Handle Design, Electric Brake, Pivoting Fence
Bevel Capacity 0 Degrees to 45 Degrees
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. W 5-1/2″
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. W 6″
Country of Origin (subject to change) United States
Item Compound Miter Saw
Bevel Single
Blade Dia 12″
Amps 15.0
Slide No
Voltage 120VAC
Bevel Stops 0 Degrees , 15 Degrees , 22.5 Degrees , 31.6 Degrees , 45 Degrees
Blade Type 40T Carbide
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. H 3-7/8″
No Load RPM 4000
Corded/Cordless Corded
Miter Capacity 0 Degrees to 52 Degrees Left, 0 Degrees to 48 Degrees Right
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. H 3-7/8″

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