Makita LS1016L vs Proxxon 37160

Model Makita
LS1016L
Proxxon
37160

Basic Info

Suggested Price $459.00 $227.99
Release Oct 2013 Oct 2013

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
  • 100-120V AC 200W, 50/60 HZ, 4000 RPM, powerful quiet motor
  • 3-1/8″ 24 tooth carbide tipped blade with polycarbonate protection; cover automatically swings up for safe operation
  • 45° miter cuts in both directions and positive stops at 15° intervals
  • Integrated tightening mechanism with self-centering clamps; V-groove for round pieces; front side groove for clamping thin work

All Features

Batteries Required? No No
Power Source corded-electric
Item Package Quantity 1 1
Voltage 120 volts 120 volts
Included Components bare-tool; attachments bare-tool
Warranty Description 1-year warranty Limited Warranty of Proxxon Power Tools for home use. Prox-Tech, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser only that all Proxxon consumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. Seller’s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this limited warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or misrepaired by persons other than Seller or Authorized Service Station. This limited warranty does not apply to accessory items such as circular saw blades, drill bits, router bits jigsaw blades, sanding belts, grinding wheels and other related items. Damage to the product resulting from tampering, accident, abuse, negligence, unauthorized repairs or alterations, unapproved attachments or other causes unrelated to problems with material or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Any implied warranties shall be limited in duration to two years from date of purchase. Some states in the U.S. and some Canadian provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. In no event shall seller be liable for any incidental or consequential damages (including but not limited to liability for loss of profits) arising from the sale or use of this product. Some states in the U.S. and some Canadian provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, sol the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Item Weight 60 pounds 13.2 pounds
Number Of Pieces 1
Style LS1016L miter saw
Batteries Included? No
Origin Taiwan

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