DEWALT DW713 vs Makita LS1216L

Model DEWALT
DW713
Makita
LS1216L

Basic Info

Suggested Price $239.00
Release Sep 2012 Mar 2013

Overview

Top Features
  • The item is DEWALT DW713 10-Inch Compound Miter Saw
  • Used for Woodworking, Portable Table Saws
  • The product is manufactured in Taiwan
  • 15 Amp, 5,000 rpm motor delivers extended power and durability
  • Stainless steel detent plate with 11 positive stops provides repeatable accuracy and jobsite duability
  • Tall sliding fences support crown molding vertically 4-1/2-inch and easily slides out of the way for bevel cuts
  • Machined base fence support maintains fence perpendicularity with blade for cutting accuracy
  • Cam miter lock for quick and accurate miter table positioning; Miter detent override for fine adjustment and precise miter angles
  • DW713 Miter Saws manufactured before 2012 are Type 1, saws manufactured 2012 and after are Type 2.
  • Powerful 15.0 AMP direct drive motor requires less maintenance and delivers 3,200 RPM
  • Large cutting capacity for up to 8″” crown molding (nested), 6-1/2″” baseboard (vertical), and 15″” crosscut at 90°
  • Compact design with a patented 4-Steel Rail Sliding System further increases rigidity to produce superior cuts
  • Independent laser indicates line-of-cut whether blade is turning or not, with on/off switch and micro-adjustments for precise “”left-of-blade”” or “”right-of-blade”” cutting
  • Exclusive 6 linear ball bearings engineered to deliver smooth, solid, and adjustment-free “”dead-on”” accurate cuts
  • Exclusive 5-1/2″” tall dual sliding fence system features versatile upper and lower fence adjustments for more precise miter and bevel cuts
  • Patented retractable rear guard and triple gear system for increased vertical cutting capacity
  • Miters 0°-52° left and 0°-60° right, with positive stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6° and 45° (left and right)
  • Bevels 0°-45° (left and right) with positive stops at 0°, 22.5°, 33.9° and 45° (left and right)
  • Dual rear-handle bevel lock is easily accessible, with front and top facing scales for more precise bevel adjustments
  • Electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load for smoother, higher quality cutting
  • Soft start feature for smooth start-ups
  • Easy one-touch miter lock for accurate adjustments and increased efficiency
  • Replaceable stainless steel miter scale features easy-to-read markings
  • Ergonomic rubberized horizontal D-handle design with oversized trigger switch for better fit and added comfort
  • Large precision machined aluminum base supports material for more efficient cutting
  • Double-jointed vertical vise can be installed on either the left or right side of the base for more versatile positioning
  • See-through blade guard system for greater visibility of the line of cut
  • Rubberized feet help tool remain stationary
  • Large adjustable levers for fast and easy fence adjustments
  • Fully enclosed bottom throat plate for a cleaner work surface
  • 60T Carbide Tipped Blade (A-93712)
  • Vertical Vise (122854-6)
  • Dust Bag (122852-0)
  • Triangular Rule (762001-3)
  • Wrench #2.5 (783208-8)
  • Wrench #13 (782232-8)
  • LS1016LX5
  • LS1216LX4
  • LS1016L
  • LS1016
  • LS0714
  • LS1040F
  • LS1221
  • LS1040
  • Four-steel rail sliding system and six linear ball bearings deliver adjustment-free dead-on cuts
  • Exclusive 5-1/2-inch-tall dual sliding fence system features upper and lower fence adjustment
  • Powerful 15-amp direct-drive motor requires less maintenance than belt-driven saws
  • Independent micro fine laser with on/off switch indicates line of cut left or right of blade
  • Cuts 8-inch crown molding (vertically nested), 6-1/2-inch baseboard (vertical), and 15-inch crosscuts at 90 degrees

All Features

Slide No
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. W 4″
Bevel Capacity -3 Degrees to 48 Degrees
Includes Dust Bag, Wrench
Amps 15.0
Bevel Single
Bevel Stops 0 Degrees to 45 Degrees
Corded/Cordless Corded
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. W 6-1/8″
Features Machined Base Fence Support, Cam Mitre Lock, Mitre Detent Override
Arbor Size 5/8″ 1
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. H 3-1/2″
Item Compound Miter Saw
Blade Dia 10″
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. H 2-1/2″
No Load RPM 5000
Blade Type 40T Carbide
Miter Capacity 50 Degrees L, 50 Degrees R
Voltage 120VAC
Blade Diameter 12 in
Table Width (in.) 25.25
CSA Listed No
No Tool Blade Change No
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Right 14
ETL Listed No
Bench or Stationary Bench
UL Listed 1-UL Listed
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Left 52 °
Electric Brake Yes
Product Depth (in.) 31.75 in
Power Tool Product Type Bench & Stationary
Maximum Speed (rpm) 3200
Cord Length (ft.) 8.2
Returnable 90-Day
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Left 14
Amperage (amps) 15 A
Product Weight (lb.) 141.7
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Right 60 °
Maximum Cutting Thickness (in.) 6
Dust Collection Method Rotating Bag
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year Warranty
45 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Left 10.5
Assembled Depth (in.) 31.75 in
Bench & Stationary Tool Type Slide Miter Saw
Product Width (in.) 25.25 in
Table Length (in.) 16
Assembled Width (in.) 25.25 in
Maximum miter capacity 60
Assembled Height (in.) 28.38 in
Reconditioned No
Product Height (in.) 28.38 in

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