Hitachi C8FSE vs Bosch CM8S | Compare Power Saws


Model	Hitachi C8FSE	Bosch CM8S
Basic Info
Suggested Price	$261.80	$378.76
Release	Sep 2012	Dec 2013
Overview
Top Features	Revolutionary compact slide system allows the saw head to slide along fixed rails, eliminating the need for rear clearance Positive miter stops for quick adjustments to 15, 22.5, 31.6, and 45 degrees to the left and right Precise compound cuts with 48 degree bevel angle left and 5 degree bevel angle right Electronic speed control for consistent RPM while cutting for maximum control Adjustable pivot fence broadly supports work piece, such as crown molding lying flat, for improved stability while cutting	Easy Access Bevel Controls: Bevel lock lever and bevel turret stops are located on side of tool for quick and easy adjustments Integrated Expanding Base Extensions: Expands up to 29-Inches left to right for additional work-piece support Adjustable Front Stabilizing Foot: Maintains saw stability when performing slide cuts allowing maximum capacity Miter Detent Override: Intuitive easy to access thumb-actuated override
All Features
Width (Inches)	21.84
Maximum Bevel Degrees (Degrees)	48.0
45 Degree Crosscut Capacity Max. – Left	8.65
Base Construction	Aluminum
Electric Brake	Yes	No
Dust Chute	Yes
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Max. – Left	12.25
CSA Safety Listing	Yes
Dual Bevel	No
Material	Aluminum
Maximum Degree Bevel Cuts – Right	5.0
Tool Weight (lbs.)	31.0
ETL Safety Listing	Yes
UL Safety Listing	Yes
Height (Inches)	19.09
Blade Diameter (Inches)	8.5	8-1/2 in
Length (Inches)	31.09
Package Contents	8-1/2â TCT saw blade, dust bag, vice assembly, box wrench and sub fence
Miter Stop	Yes
Max. Miter Cut – Left (Degrees)	45.0
Miter Capacity Range-Low (Degrees)	57.0
Straight	No
Blade Speed in RPM’s (RPM)	5500.0
Laser	No
Slide	Yes
Three Position Fence Pivots 0-45 Degrees	No
Cutting Capacity (Maximum) (Inches)	12.0
Amps (Amps)	9.2
Dust Blower	No
Power Rating (HP)	0.0
Maximum Degree Bevel Cuts – Left	48.0
Miter Capacity Range-High (Degrees)	57.0
Max. Miter Cuts – Right (Degrees)	57.0
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Max. – Right	12.25
Spindle Lock	Yes
Arbor Size (Inches)	1.6	0.625
Bevel	Yes
Quick Release Vise	Yes
Compound	Yes
Warranty (Parts)	57
		1-UL Listed
		60
		12
		12.25
		Limited 1 Year
		No
		18
		6
		12.25
		8
		Bag
		Positive Stops
		17.25
		Sliding Compound
		60
		52
		18.75
		90-Day
		31.75
		Corded
		33.25
		Power Tool
		Single
		Bench & Stationary
		Slide Miter Saw
		5600
		Bench
		No
		2.75
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