Hitachi C12FDH vs WEN 70716

Model Hitachi
C12FDH
WEN
70716

Basic Info

Suggested Price $249.99 $129.01
Release Sep 2012 Jan 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
  • Powerful 15 amp motor supplies 5500 RPM
  • Bevel anywhere from 0 to 45 degrees to the left and miter up to 52 degrees in both directions
  • Includes 60-tooth carbide tipped blade, dust collection bag, support arms, fence and hold down clamp
  • Spacious worktable and powerful saw provide a max cutting capacity 3.25 inches thick and 11.5 inches deep
  • Weighs in at a mere 30 pounds and is backed by a 2-year warranty

All Features

UL Listed Yes
Voltage 110 Volts
Spindle Lock Yes
Fence Type Pivoting flip fence
Blade Wrench Included Yes – Loose
Cord Length 6 ft 6.5
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 Corded
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
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 15
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 Sliding Compound
CSA Certified No
Integrated Work Light Yes
Tool Weight 47.4 lbs
Maximum Speed (rpm) 5500
Tools Product Type Power Tool
Electric Brake Yes
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Left 3.25 x 8.06
Manufacturer Warranty Two year warranty
Certifications and Listings ETL Listed
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Left 52
Power Tool Features Electric Brake,Lockout Power Switch,Positive Stops
Bench & Stationary Tool Type Compound Miter Saw
Reconditioned No
Returnable 90-Day
Maximum Cutting Thickness (in.) 3.25
Maximum miter capacity 52
Dust Collection Method 1.5 in. Dust Port
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Right 52
Power Tool Product Type Bench & Stationary
Product Height (in.) 24
No Tool Blade Change No
Bevel Type Single
Maximum Degree Bevel Cuts – Left 45
Blade Diameter 10
Product Depth (in.) 32
Bench or Stationary Bench
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Right 3.25 x 8.06
Product Width (in.) 28
45 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Left 1.625 x 11.625

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