Makita LS1016L vs Makita LS0815F

Model Makita
LS1016L
Makita
LS0815F

Basic Info

Suggested Price $459.00 $319.95
Release Oct 2013 Apr 2015

Overview

Top Features
  • Powerful 15.0 AMP direct drive motor requires less maintenance and delivers 3,200 RPM
  • Compact design with a patented 4-Steel Rail Sliding System further increases rigidity to produce superior cuts
  • Exclusive 6 linear ball bearings engineered to deliver “”dead-on”” accurate cuts
  • Increased capacity for up to 6-5/8″” crown molding (vertically nested), 4-3/4″” baseboard (vertical), and 12″” crosscuts at 90°
  • Largest crown molding cutting capacity in its class
  • Innovative direct drive gearbox and guard system is engineered for increased vertical cutting capacity
  • Miters 0°-52° left and 0°-60° right, with positive stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, and 45° (left and right)
  • Less weight (53.3 lbs.) and the most compact design in its class for easy jobsite portability
  • Soft start feature for smooth start-ups
  • Electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load for smoother, higher quality cutting
  • Exclusive 4-3/4″” tall dual sliding fence system features upper and lower fence adjustments for more precise miter and bevel cuts
  • Built-in laser clearly indicates line-of-cut whether blade is turning or not; on-off switch and micro-adjustments for precise “”left-of-blade”” or “”right-of-blade”” cutting
  • Dual rear-handle bevel lock is easily accessible and adjusts 0°-45° (left and right), with positive stops at 0°, 22.5°, 33.9° and 45° (left and right)
  • Ergonomic rubberized horizontal D-handle design for better fit and added comfort
  • Easy one-touch miter lock for accurate adjustments and increased efficiency
  • Replaceable stainless steel miter scale features large and easy-to-read markings
  • Large precision machined aluminum base supports material for more efficient cutting
  • Easy-to-read dual bevel scale for more precise adjustments
  • See-through blade guard system for greater visibility of blade and line of cut
  • Easy one-step blade changes for increased efficiency
  • Rubberized feet help tool remain stationary
  • Large adjustable fence levers for fast and easy adjustments
  • Oversized trigger switch for better fit, added comfort and easier operation
  • 60T Carbide Tipped Blade (A-93675)
  • Vertical Vise (122854-6)
  • Dust Bag (122852-0)
  • Triangular Rule (762001-3)
  • Socket Wrench #13 (782232-8)
  • Hex Wrench (783208-8)
  • LS1016LX5
  • LS1216LX4
  • LS1216L
  • LS1016
  • LS0714
  • LS1040F
  • LS1221
  • LS1040
  • Four-Steel Rail Sliding System
  • 6 Linear ball bearings
  • Capacity for up to 6-5/8-inch crown molding (vertically nested), 4-3/4-inch baseboard (vertical), and 12-inch cross cuts at 90
  • Powerful 15 AMP direct drive motor
  • Exclusive 4-3/4-inch tall dual sliding fence system
  • 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

All Features

Batteries Required? No
Power Source corded-electric
Item Package Quantity 1
Voltage 120 volts
Included Components bare-tool; attachments
Warranty Description 1-year warranty
Item Weight 60 pounds
Number Of Pieces 1
Style LS1016L miter saw
Batteries Included? No
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
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

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