Makita LS1016L vs Makita LS1221

Model Makita
LS1016L
Makita
LS1221

Basic Info

Suggested Price $459.00 $299.18
Release Oct 2013 Sep 2012

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
  • 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

Batteries Required? No
Power Source corded-electric
Item Package Quantity 1
Voltage 120 volts 120VAC
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
Includes Carbide Blade, Vertical Vise, Dust Bag, Socket Wrench, Extension Wing,
Features Horizontal D-Handle Design, Electric Brake, Pivoting Fence
Bevel Capacity 0 Degrees to 45 Degrees
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. W 5-1/2″
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. W 6″
Arbor Size 1″
Country of Origin (subject to change) United States
Item Compound Miter Saw
Bevel Single
Blade Dia 12″
Amps 15.0
Slide No
Bevel Stops 0 Degrees , 15 Degrees , 22.5 Degrees , 31.6 Degrees , 45 Degrees
Blade Type 40T Carbide
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. H 3-7/8″
No Load RPM 4000
Corded/Cordless Corded
Miter Capacity 0 Degrees to 52 Degrees Left, 0 Degrees to 48 Degrees Right
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. H 3-7/8″

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