Makita LS0815F vs Makita LS1221

Model Makita
LS0815F
Makita
LS1221

Basic Info

Suggested Price $319.95 $299.18
Release Apr 2015 Sep 2012

Overview

Top Features
  • Compact and Lightweight Design for Job Site Portability
  • Powerful 10.5 AMP direct drive motor requires less maintenance and delivers 5,000 RPM
  • Miters 0-50 Degrees left & 0-60 Degrees right, with positive stops at 0, 15, 22.5, 31.6, 45 and 50 Degrees (left and right) plus 60 Degrees (right)
  • Compact and lightweight (31.1 lbs.) for job site portability
  • Cuts up to 12″ at 90Degrees and 8-1/2″ at 45Degrees
  • 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)
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  • 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

Product Depth (in.) 29.75
Power Tool Features Electric Brake,Lockout Power Switch
Maximum Cutting Thickness (in.) 12
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year Warranty
Bench or Stationary Bench
Maximum Degree Bevel Cuts – Right 5
Tools Product Type Power Tool
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Left 12
Maximum Speed (rpm) 5000
45 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum 8.5
Miter Saw Type Sliding Compound
Product Height (in.) 17.75
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Left 50
Reconditioned No
Blade Diameter (in.) 8-1/2
No Tool Blade Change No
Maximum miter capacity 60
Certifications and Listings 1-UL Listed
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Right 12
Arbor Size .625 1″
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Right 60
Maximum Degree Bevel Cuts – Left 48
Returnable 90-Day
Product Width (in.) 19.25
Cord Length (ft.) 54
Cordless/ Corded Corded
Bevel Type Single
Bench & Stationary Tool Type Compound Miter Saw
Dust Collection Method Bag
Amperage (amps) 10.5
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
Single
12″
15.0
No
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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