Hitachi C12FDH vs Ryobi P551

Model Hitachi
C12FDH
Ryobi
P551

Basic Info

Suggested Price $249.99 $139.99
Release Sep 2012 Aug 2015

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
  • Extremely compact and lightweight
  • Up to 2 in. x 4 in. cutting capacities and 4-1/4 in. cross cut capacity
  • 24-tooth carbide-tipped blade for improved performance for fast, clean cuts
  • Adjustable from 0 degrees to 45 degrees with adjustable positive stops at 0 degrees, and 45 degrees
  • Exact line adjustable laser alignment system accurately aligns cut line with blade

All Features

UL Listed Yes
Voltage 110 Volts 18
Spindle Lock Yes
Fence Type Pivoting flip fence
Blade Wrench Included Yes – Loose
Cord Length 6 ft
Assembled Weight (lbs) 66.00 lbs
Electric Motor Brake Yes
Blades Included 1
Miter Saw – Preset Bevel Angle Detents (°) 0° & Left / Right 22.5° & 45°
Vertical Crosscut Capacity (in) – 0° Miter 0° Bevel 2.75 in
Dust Port Yes
Package Depth 23.00
Base Construction Aluminum
Electronic Speed Control No
Cordless / Corded Corded Cordless
Crosscut Capacity – 45 Miter 45 Left Bevel 5.5
Maximum RPM – No Load 4000 rpm
Package Width 23.00
Package Contents Saw, 32T Carbide Blade, Dust Bag, Vice Essy, Box Wrench, Hex Bar Wrench, and Holder Essy
Crosscut Capacity – 45° Miter 0° Bevel 5.5
Saw Blade Diameter (in) 12 in
Bevelling Capability Dual
Assembled Width (in) 23.00 in
Fence Size (HxL) 5.125×20
Assembled Height (In) 27.30 in
Maximum Left Bevel 48 °
Package Height 27.30
Assembled Depth (in) 23.00 in
Dust Collection Yes No
Internet Product Code (IPC) F2DDE36CECA
Crosscut Capacity – 45 Miter 45 Right Bevel 5.5
Saw Drive Direct Drive
Color / Finish Green / Black / Grey
Horizontal Crosscut Capacity (in) – 0° Miter 0° Bevel 8 in
External Motor Brush Access No
Maximum Right Bevel 48 °
ETL Listed No
Miter Saw – Preset Miter Angle Detents (°) 0° & Left / Right 15°, 22.5°, 31.62° & 45°
Crosscut Capacity – 0° Miter 45° Right Bevel 8
Warranty 5-year
Maximum Right Miter 52 °
Package Weight 66.00
Crosscut Capacity – 0° Miter 45° Left Bevel 8
Amperage (A) 15 A
Tool-Less Blade Changing No
Arbor Size 0.625 in 5/8
Maximum Left Miter 52 °
Integrated Laser Guide Yes
Product Data Last Certified 2013-06-07
Miter Saw Type Dual Compound Miter Compound
CSA Certified No
Integrated Work Light Yes
Tool Weight 47.4 lbs
Number of Batteries Included 1
Maximum Cutting Thickness (in.) 1.5
Blade Diameter 7.25
Product Width (in.) 13.4
Battery Amp Hours 2.6
Certifications and Listings 1-UL Listed
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Left 45
Cordless Tool Type Miter Saw
PT Horsepower (Hp) 1-1/4
Reconditioned No
Power Tool Features Laser Guide
Manufacturer Warranty 3 years
Charger Included Yes
Battery Power Type Lithium Ion
Keyless/keyed blade change Keyless
Tools Product Type Power Tool
Returnable 90-Day
Bevel Type Single
Batteries Included Yes
Product Height (in.) 12.6
Product Depth (in.) 20.5
Battery Size Lithium Ion

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