Bosch GCM12SD vs Makita LS1040 | Compare Power Saws


Model	Bosch GCM12SD	Makita LS1040
Basic Info
Suggested Price	$649.00	$329.80
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	Powerful 15.0 AMP motor for improved performance; 4,600 RPM Dual post compound pivoting arm Bevel cuts up to 45° to the left Miter cuts 0°-45° left and 0°-52° right Positive miter stops at 9 settings: 15°, 22.5°, 30°, 45°, right or left and 0° (90° cuts) Weighs only 27.3 lbs. for easy portability Precision machined aluminum base ensures accurate cuts Performs compound cutting operations Shaft lock for easy blade changes Socket Wrench (782212-4) 40T Carbide Tipped Blade (A-93669) Dust Bag (122852-0) Triangular Rule (762001-3) Vertical Vise (122536-0) LS1016LX5 LS1216LX4 LS1216L LS1016L LS1016 LS0714 LS1040F LS1221 Features powerful 15 amp motor and dual post compound pivoting arm Provides a large capability with cuts 52 degrees right and 47 degrees left with 9 positive stops at 15, 22-1/2, 30, 45 degrees left or right and 0 degrees Durably designed with a machined aluminum base, dual aluminum base, dual slide rails and a carbide tip blade Saw includes vertical vise, blade, wrench and triangular rule Covered by 1-Year warranty
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
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	5/8″
Bench or Stationary	Bench
No Tool Blade Change	No
Maximum Speed (rpm)	3800
Electric Brake	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
Includes		Carbide Blade, Vertical Vise, Dust Bag, Triangular Rule, Socket Wrench
Blade Type		40T Carbide Tipped
Slide		No
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. H		2-3/4″
Bevel Stops		0 Degrees , 15 Degrees , 22.5 Degrees , 30 Degrees , 45 Degrees
Item		Compound Miter Saw
Blade Dia.		10″
Amps @ 120V		15.0
No Load RPM		4600
UNSPSC		27112709
Voltage		120
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. H		2-3/4″
Bevel Capacity		0 to 45 Degrees
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. W		5-1/8″
Miter Capacity		0 Degrees to 45 Degrees Left and 0 Degrees to 52 Degrees Right
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. W		3-5/8″
Tool Weight		24.2 lb.
Features		Dual Post Compound Pivoting Arm, Machined Aluminum Base, Shaft Lock
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