Hitachi C8FSE vs Bosch CM12SD | Compare Power Saws


Model	Hitachi C8FSE	Bosch CM12SD
Basic Info
Suggested Price	$261.80	$549.00
Release	Sep 2012	Nov 2015
Overview
Top Features	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-metal bevel lock lever located on bevel post for quick and easy bevel settings without reaching behind the saw Crown chop lock positions head in place for maximum chop cutting capacity for upright base molding and nested crown Integrated base extensions extends material support up to 40 Inch Two tall 4-3/4-Inch sliding fences for easy bevel cut set-up Adjustable front stabilizing foot maintains saw stability when performing slide cuts
All Features
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
Tool Weight (lbs.)	31.0
ETL Safety Listing	Yes
UL Safety Listing	Yes
Height (Inches)	19.09
Blade Diameter (Inches)	8.5
Length (Inches)	31.09
Package Contents	8-1/2â 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
Slide	Yes
Three Position Fence Pivots 0-45 Degrees	No
Cutting Capacity (Maximum) (Inches)	12.0
Amps (Amps)	9.2
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
Arbor Size (Inches)	1.6
Bevel	Yes
Quick Release Vise	Yes
Compound	Yes
Warranty (Parts)	57
		No
		74 pounds
		China
		120V
		1
		120 volts
		No
		Bare-Tool
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