Bosch GCM12SD vs Hitachi C8FSE | Compare Power Saws


Model	Bosch GCM12SD	Hitachi C8FSE
Basic Info
Suggested Price	$649.00	$261.80
Release	Sep 2013	Sep 2012
Overview
Top Features	Patented axial-glide system for durable precision and compact workspace Expanded cutting capacity: 14-Inch horizontal capacity, 6-1/2-inch vertical capacity, 6-1/2-inch crown capacity (45-degree spring) Large easy-to-read uniform bevel and stainless steel miter scales with marked detents and roof pitch angles High-precision Squarelock fence aligns fence 90 degrees to table and requires no adjustment; one-touch lock/unlock to slide fence for added support Large form-fitting ambidextrous ergonomic trigger handle provides comfort for all-day use	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
All Features
Cord Length (ft.)	6
Certifications and Listings	1-UL Listed,CSA Listed
Power Tool Features	Electric Brake,Positive Stops
Tools Product Type	Power Tool
Product Width (in.)	22.5 in
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Right	60
Dust Collection Method	Bag
Table Length (in.)	16
Bench & Stationary Tool Type	Slide Miter Saw
Bevel Type	Dual
Blade Diameter	12 in	8.5
Miter Saw Type	Sliding
Manufacturer Warranty	1 Year
Amperage (amps)	15
Product Depth (in.)	31 in
Maximum Cutting Thickness (in.)	4
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Left	52
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Left	4″X14″
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Right	4″X14″
Maximum miter capacity	60
Power Tool Product Type	Bench & Stationary
Arbor Size	1	1.6
Bench or Stationary	Bench
No Tool Blade Change	No
Maximum Speed (rpm)	3800
Electric Brake	Yes	Yes
Reconditioned	No
45 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Left	4″X10″
Cordless/ Corded	Corded
Returnable	90-Day
Table Width (in.)	40
Product Height (in.)	24.25 in
Width (Inches)		21.84
Maximum Bevel Degrees (Degrees)		48.0
45 Degree Crosscut Capacity Max. – Left		8.65
Base Construction		Aluminum
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
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
Bevel		Yes
Quick Release Vise		Yes
Compound		Yes
Warranty (Parts)		57
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