Hitachi C8FSE vs Makita LS1221 | Compare Power Saws


Model	Hitachi C8FSE	Makita LS1221
Basic Info
Suggested Price	$261.80	$299.18
Release	Sep 2012	Sep 2012
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	Powerful 15.0 AMP motor delivers 4,000 RPM 4-1/2″” tall pivoting fence for cutting up to 5-1/2″” crown molding Positive miter stops at 9 settings: 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, 45° right or left and 0° (90° cuts) Horizontal D-handle design for easy and comfortable operation Carbide tipped blade for precision cutting Electric brake for maximum productivity Pivoting fence for supporting larger material 40T Carbide Tipped Blade (A-93706) Vertical Vise (122540-9) 2 ea. Extension Wing (323726-0) Socket Wrench #13 (782232-8) Dust Bag (122852-0) LS1016LX5 LS1216LX4 LS1216L LS1016L LS1016 LS0714 LS1040F LS1040 12-inch compound miter saw kit; easily handles a 4 x 6 at 90-degrees 15 amp motor delivers 4,000 rpm; horizontal D-handle; positive stops at 9 settings Carbide-tipped blade; fiber-reinforced polycarbonate and aluminum coating Includes vise, blade, 2 extension wings, socket wrench, dust bag 24 by 26-1/2 by 23-7/8-inches; 36.4-pounds; 1-year warranty
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	No
Three Position Fence Pivots 0-45 Degrees	No
Cutting Capacity (Maximum) (Inches)	12.0
Amps (Amps)	9.2	15.0
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	1″
Bevel	Yes	Single
Quick Release Vise	Yes
Compound	Yes
Warranty (Parts)	57
		Carbide Blade, Vertical Vise, Dust Bag, Socket Wrench, Extension Wing,
		Horizontal D-Handle Design, Electric Brake, Pivoting Fence
		0 Degrees to 45 Degrees
		5-1/2″
		6″
		United States
		Compound Miter Saw
		12″
		120VAC
		0 Degrees , 15 Degrees , 22.5 Degrees , 31.6 Degrees , 45 Degrees
		40T Carbide
		3-7/8″
		4000
		Corded
		0 Degrees to 52 Degrees Left, 0 Degrees to 48 Degrees Right
		3-7/8″
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