Makita 5377MG vs Hitachi C7ST

Makita 5377MG Hitachi C7ST
Model Makita
5377MG
Hitachi
C7ST

Basic Info

Suggested Price $320.00 $82.79
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Release Sep 2012 Jan 2013

Overview

Top Features
  • Powerful 15.0 AMP motor delivers 4,500 RPM with compressed winding technology to keep the overall size more compact yet deliver jobsite durability
  • Magnesium components create a lightweight saw (13.2 lbs.) that is well balanced and jobsite tough
  • Retractable hook allows tool to remain close by, but never in the way
  • High quality, heat treated hypoid steel gears do not prematurely wear like traditional bronze-alloy worm drive gears
  • Oil bath technology is created with a built-in fan and sealed gear housing to ensure 100% oil surface coating for less maintenance
  • Make quick, one-handed adjustments using large, rubberized levers
  • Better fit and more control with comfortable rubber grip on handle
  • Large cutting capacity (2-3/8″” at 90°) and bevel capacity (0°-51.5°) with positive stops at 22.5°and 45°
  • Settings are easy to read with oversized number and ruler markings
  • Blade wrench is attached to saw for fast and convenient blade changing
  • Large bevel capacity with positive stops at 22.5 degrees, 45 degrees, and 51.5 degrees.
  • Oil-bath technology is created with a built-in fan and sealed-gear housing to ensure 100% oil surface coating
  • Reinforced power cord withstands jobsite abuse
  • 1-year warranty
  • Integrated dust blower for a clear line of sight and clean work surface while cutting
  • Powerful 15-Amp motor to tackle tough cutting jobs
  • Blade speed of 6,000 RPM for smoother, faster, burn-free cuts
  • Soft grip handle for reduced vibration and increased comfort
  • Dust chute efficiently expels dust, chips and debris
  • Single handed depth of cut lever for quick and simple adjustments
  • Lightweight at just 9.5 lbs for superior maneuverability
  • Single handed bevel adjustment with small set screw to set the saw perfectly square
  • Covered by Hitachi’s 5-year warranty
  • Includes: Blade (320843), Case (333557), Box Wrench (940543)

All Features

Cord Length 10 ft. 8.0
Arbor Size 5/8″
Includes 24T Carbide Tipped Blade (A-94530), Blade Wrench (783204-6)
Item Worm Drive Circular Saw
Voltage 120 120.0
Bevel Capacity 0 to 51.5 Degrees 45.0
Bevel Stops 22.5 and 45 Degrees
Handle Type Rubber Grip
Depth of Cut @ 45 Deg 1-3/4″
Blade Side Left
No Load RPM 4500
Tool Weight 13.2 lb.
Depth of Cut @ 90 Deg 2-3/8″
UNSPSC 27112709
Brake Type None
Amps @ 120V 15
Features Lightweight, Retractable Hook, Oil Bath Technology, Make Quick, One Handed Adjustments, Rubberized Levers
Tool Length 17-3/4″
Blade Dia 7-1/4″
Main Handle Type Soft grip handle
Height (Inches) 0.0
Laser / Light No
Maximum RPM (RPM) 6000.0
Gear Type N/A
Blade Material Aluminum
Case Type Case
Blade Diameter (Inches) 7.25
Cutting Depth (Inches) 2.43
Dust Collection No
Depth Control Yes
ETL Safety Listing No
Dust Blower Yes
Max. Depth at 0 Degrees (Inches) 2.43
Dust Chute Yes
Material Polycarbonate resin
UL Safety Listing Yes
Shoe Type Steel
Width (Inches) 0.0
Power Rating 15.0
Accessories Included Yes
CSA Safety Listing No
Dust Chute Diameter(OD) (Inches) 0.0
Motor Bearings Ball Bearings
Guide(s) No
Side Handle No
Horsepower (HP) 0.0
Max. Depth at 45 Degrees (Inches) 1.87
Blade Location Right
Fence Included No
Spindle Lock Yes
Weight (lbs.) 9.5
Amps (Amps) 15.0
Bevel Stop Yes
Package Contents Blade 320-843, Case 333-557, Box Wrench 940-543 and Guide 302-691

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