DEWALT DW717 vs Makita LS0815F

Model DEWALT
DW717
Makita
LS0815F

Basic Info

Suggested Price $499.00 $319.95
Release Sep 2012 Apr 2015

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 and Lightweight Design for Job Site Portability
  • Powerful 10.5 AMP direct drive motor requires less maintenance and delivers 5,000 RPM
  • Miters 0-50 Degrees left & 0-60 Degrees right, with positive stops at 0, 15, 22.5, 31.6, 45 and 50 Degrees (left and right) plus 60 Degrees (right)
  • Compact and lightweight (31.1 lbs.) for job site portability
  • Cuts up to 12″ at 90Degrees and 8-1/2″ at 45Degrees

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
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″ .625
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″
Product Depth (in.) 29.75
Power Tool Features Electric Brake,Lockout Power Switch
Maximum Cutting Thickness (in.) 12
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year Warranty
Bench or Stationary Bench
Maximum Degree Bevel Cuts – Right 5
Tools Product Type Power Tool
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Left 12
Maximum Speed (rpm) 5000
45 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum 8.5
Miter Saw Type Sliding Compound
Product Height (in.) 17.75
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Left 50
Reconditioned No
Blade Diameter (in.) 8-1/2
No Tool Blade Change No
Maximum miter capacity 60
Certifications and Listings 1-UL Listed
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Right 12
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Right 60
Maximum Degree Bevel Cuts – Left 48
Returnable 90-Day
Product Width (in.) 19.25
Cord Length (ft.) 54
Cordless/ Corded Corded
Bevel Type Single
Bench & Stationary Tool Type Compound Miter Saw
Dust Collection Method Bag
Amperage (amps) 10.5

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