DEWALT DW717 vs Hitachi C8FSE

Model DEWALT
DW717
Hitachi
C8FSE

Basic Info

Suggested Price $499.00 $261.80
Release Sep 2012 Sep 2012

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
  • 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

Crosscut @ 45 Deg. H 3-1/2″
Features Double Bevel, Cam Lock Mitre Lock, Laser Compatible
Voltage 120
Blade Type 40T Carbide
Bevel Capacity 0 to 48 Degrees
Amps 15.0 9.2
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. W 9″
Slide Yes Yes
Item Sliding Compound Miter Saw
Zoro Number G1353082
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. W 12-3/8″
Arbor Size 5/8″ 1.6
Includes Blade and Dust Bag
Blade Dia 10″
No Load RPM 4000
Tool Weight 51 lb. 31.0
Bevel Double Yes
Miter Capacity 60 Degrees Left and 52 Degrees Right
Bevel Stops 7 Degrees , 11 Degrees
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. H 3-1/2″
Width (Inches) 21.84
Maximum Bevel Degrees (Degrees) 48.0
45 Degree Crosscut Capacity Max. – Left 8.65
Base Construction Aluminum
Electric Brake Yes
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
ETL Safety Listing Yes
UL Safety Listing Yes
Height (Inches) 19.09
Blade Diameter (Inches) 8.5
Length (Inches) 31.09
Package Contents 8-1/2” 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
Three Position Fence Pivots 0-45 Degrees No
Cutting Capacity (Maximum) (Inches) 12.0
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
Quick Release Vise Yes
Compound Yes
Warranty (Parts) 57

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