DEWALT DW717 vs Hitachi C12RSH2

Model DEWALT
DW717
Hitachi
C12RSH2

Basic Info

Suggested Price $499.00 $449.97
Release Sep 2012 Oct 2016

Overview

Top Features
  • The product is 10″ DBL Comp Miter Saw
  • Easy to use
  • The product is manufactured in China
  • Exclusive bevel detent system with 7 positive stops that deliver fast, accurate, repeatable cuts
  • Adjustable stainless steel miter detent plate with 11 positive stops
  • Optimizes cutting accuracy with exclusive crosscut stop positions cutting head for maximum vertical cut capacity
  • Machined base fence support maintains fence perpendicularity with blade for cutting accuracy
  • Dual horizontal steel rails with innovative clamping mechanism and linear ball bearings
  • Compact slide system allows the saw head to slide along fixed rails, for zero clearance
  • Laser Marker System from Hitachi increases cutting accuracy
  • Powerful 15 Amp motor to tackle tough cutting jobs with ease
  • Large sliding fence raises fence height to 5-1/8 inches to cut up to 7-1/2 inch crown molding vertically
  • 0-57 degree miter angle to the right and 0-45 to the left for flexibility
  • 0-45 degree bevel angle range to the right and left allowing users to quickly and easily flip the saw blade and leave the material in place
  • Positive stops and indications on the miter and bevel scale, for easy to read measurements and quick settings
  • Vertical handle with soft, vibration reducing elastomer grip adds comfort and control

All Features

Crosscut @ 45 Deg. H 3-1/2″
Features Double Bevel, Cam Lock Mitre Lock, Laser Compatible
Voltage 120 120 volts
Blade Type 40T Carbide
Bevel Capacity 0 to 48 Degrees
Amps 15.0
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. W 9″
Slide Yes
Item Sliding Compound Miter Saw
Zoro Number G1353082
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. W 12-3/8″
Arbor Size 5/8″
Includes Blade and Dust Bag
Blade Dia 10″
No Load RPM 4000
Tool Weight 51 lb.
Bevel Double
Miter Capacity 60 Degrees Left and 52 Degrees Right
Bevel Stops 7 Degrees , 11 Degrees
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. H 3-1/2″
Batteries Included? No
Measurement System Metric
Batteries Required? No
Origin China
Power Source ac/dc
Wattage 1520 watts
Item Package Quantity 1
Item Weight 59 pounds
Style Miter saw
Included Components Miter Saw, Blade, Dust Bag, Vise Ass’y, Box Wrench, Holder

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