Hitachi C12FDH vs Milwaukee 6955-20


Model	Hitachi C12FDH	Milwaukee 6955-20
Basic Info
Suggested Price	$249.99	$549.00
Release	Sep 2012	Sep 2012
Overview
Top Features	Laser marker system accurately indicates where the blade will cut on the material and can be easily adjusted to the right or left of the cut mark depending upon the users preference Powerful 15 Amp motor with 1,950 Watts of output power smoothly powers through hardwoods with ease Tall, pivoting aluminum fence that stands at a height of 5-1/8″” allows crown molding to be cut vertically for convenience Elastomer compound coats the horizontal handle, reducing vibration, while adding comfort and preventing slippage Large base provides better support and balance to prevent material from warping Externally accessible carbon brushes allow for quick and easy maintenance to prolong too life Miter scale ranges from 0-52 degrees, both to the right and left, for a broader range of cuts Miter angles can be quickly adjusted using Hitachi’s thumb actuated positive stops Bevel scale ranges from 0-48 degrees to the right and left allowing the material to stay in place while the saw head flips to make opposing cuts After major bevel angle is secured, micro-bevel adjustment knob can be used to dial-in to a precise angle without the weight of the saw head compromising the accuracy Download the C12FDH Tool Card 12″” 32T TCT Saw Blade (726100) Dust Bag (322955) Vice Assembly (323677) Box Wrench (985051) Hex Bar Wrench (944458) 12-inch dual bevel compound miter saw with laser marker Miter range 52 degrees right and left; bevel range 48 degrees right and left; 15 Amp; 4,000 rpm Micro bevel adjustment knob for fine tuning bevel angles; larger pivoting fence raises to 5-1/8 inches for cutting crown molding Includes TCT 32-tooth saw blade, dust bag, vise assembly, box wrench, hex bar wrench and holder assembly Measures 24.6 by 30.7 by 27 inches (W by D by H); 46.3 pounds; 5-year warranty	Miter angle fine adjust with detent override makes it simple to dial-in precise miter angles Miter angle digital readout provides repeatable accuracy to 0.1 degree Dual integral job-site lights fully illuminate the work piece and cut line from either side of the blade 15-amp, 3.3 max hp direct-drive motor provides increased power for high-performance cutting in hard lumber Integral dust channel captures 75 percent of all dust and debris
All Features
UL Listed	Yes	Yes
Voltage	110 Volts	220 Volts
Spindle Lock	Yes	No
Fence Type	Pivoting flip fence
Blade Wrench Included	Yes – Loose	Yes – Loose
Cord Length	6 ft	5 ft
Assembled Weight (lbs)	66.00 lbs	76.5 lbs
Electric Motor Brake	Yes	Yes
Blades Included	1	1
Miter Saw – Preset Bevel Angle Detents (Â°)	0Â° & Left / Right 22.5Â° & 45Â°	0Â° & Left / Right 22.5Â° & 45Â°
Vertical Crosscut Capacity (in) – 0Â° Miter 0Â° Bevel	2.75 in	6.55 in
Dust Port	Yes	Yes
Package Depth	23.00	23.00
Base Construction	Aluminum	Steel
Electronic Speed Control	No	No
Cordless / Corded	Corded	Corded
Crosscut Capacity – 45 Miter 45 Left Bevel	5.5
Maximum RPM – No Load	4000 rpm	3200 rpm
Package Width	23.00	32.00
Package Contents	Saw, 32T Carbide Blade, Dust Bag, Vice Essy, Box Wrench, Hex Bar Wrench, and Holder Essy	Carbide tipped blade, dust bag, blade wrench
Crosscut Capacity – 45Â° Miter 0Â° Bevel	5.5	2″ x 10″
Saw Blade Diameter (in)	12 in	12 in
Bevelling Capability	Dual	Dual
Assembled Width (in)	23.00 in	21.75 in
Fence Size (HxL)	5.125×20
Assembled Height (In)	27.30 in	23 in
Maximum Left Bevel	48 Â°	48 Â°
Package Height	27.30	21.75
Assembled Depth (in)	23.00 in	32 in
Dust Collection	Yes	Yes
Internet Product Code (IPC)	F2DDE36CECA	43852FF9415
Crosscut Capacity – 45 Miter 45 Right Bevel	5.5
Saw Drive	Direct Drive	Direct Drive
Color / Finish	Green / Black / Grey	Red, Grey, Black
Horizontal Crosscut Capacity (in) – 0Â° Miter 0Â° Bevel	8 in	13.5 in
External Motor Brush Access	No	No
Maximum Right Bevel	48 Â°	48 Â°
ETL Listed	No	No
Miter Saw – Preset Miter Angle Detents (Â°)	0Â° & Left / Right 15Â°, 22.5Â°, 31.62Â° & 45Â°	0Â° & Left / Right 15Â°, 22.5Â°, 31.62Â° & 45Â°
Crosscut Capacity – 0Â° Miter 45Â° Right Bevel	8	2″ x 14″
Warranty	5-year	5 year manufacturer warranty
Maximum Right Miter	52 Â°	60 Â°
Package Weight	66.00	76.5
Crosscut Capacity – 0Â° Miter 45Â° Left Bevel	8	2″ x 14″
Amperage (A)	15 A	15.0 A
Tool-Less Blade Changing	No	No
Arbor Size	0.625 in	1.0 in
Maximum Left Miter	52 Â°	55 Â°
Integrated Laser Guide	Yes	No
Product Data Last Certified	2013-06-07	2012-05-21
Miter Saw Type	Dual Compound Miter	Sliding Compound Miter
CSA Certified	No	Yes
Integrated Work Light	Yes	Yes
Tool Weight	47.4 lbs	65 lbs
Package Weight UOM		LB
Package Depth UOM		IN
Package Width UOM		IN
Motor Horsepower		3.3 hp
Additional Cutting Specifications		Crown molding vertically nested – 6-5/8″
Quick Release Vise		Yes
Package Height UOM		IN
Net Package Quantity UOM		EA
Suggested Buy URL		MilwaukeeTool.com
Net Package Quantity		1
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