Milwaukee 6955-20 vs Kobalt SM1850LW

Model Milwaukee
6955-20
Kobalt
SM1850LW

Basic Info

Suggested Price $549.00 $155.00
Release Sep 2012 Dec 2013

Overview

Top Features
  • Miter angle fine adjust with detent override makes it simple to dial-in precise miter angles
  • Miter angle digital readout provides repeatable accuracy to 0.1 degree
  • Dual integral job-site lights fully illuminate the work piece and cut line from either side of the blade
  • 15-amp, 3.3 max hp direct-drive motor provides increased power for high-performance cutting in hard lumber
  • Integral dust channel captures 75 percent of all dust and debris
  • Maximum crosscut up to 2-in x 8-in; ideal capacity for moulding and framing cuts
  • Light weight due to compact die-cast aluminum construction-easy to move from storage to jobsite
  • Vertically mounted laser guide projects accurate pre-cutting line for precise alignment
  • Positive miter and bevel stops for accurate placement of most used angles
  • Dual slide rail system with linear bearings allows for smooth and accurate operation

All Features

Package Weight UOM LB
Miter Saw – Preset Bevel Angle Detents (°) 0° & Left / Right 22.5° & 45°
Bevelling Capability Dual
CSA Certified Yes
Package Width 32.00
Cord Length 5 ft
Assembled Weight (lbs) 76.5 lbs
Cordless / Corded Corded
Miter Saw – Preset Miter Angle Detents (°) 0° & Left / Right 15°, 22.5°, 31.62° & 45°
Product Data Last Certified 2012-05-21
UL Listed Yes
Integrated Laser Guide No
Maximum Right Miter 60 °
Package Depth UOM IN
Integrated Work Light Yes
Assembled Depth (in) 32 in
Maximum RPM – No Load 3200 rpm
Maximum Left Bevel 48 °
Package Width UOM IN
Package Weight 76.5
Motor Horsepower 3.3 hp
Vertical Crosscut Capacity (in) – 0° Miter 0° Bevel 6.55 in
Color / Finish Red, Grey, Black
Electronic Speed Control No
Electric Motor Brake Yes
Package Contents Carbide tipped blade, dust bag, blade wrench
Additional Cutting Specifications Crown molding vertically nested – 6-5/8″
Miter Saw Type Sliding Compound Miter
Arbor Size 1.0 in 0.625
Crosscut Capacity – 0° Miter 45° Right Bevel 2″ x 14″
Maximum Right Bevel 48 °
Quick Release Vise Yes No
ETL Listed No
Voltage 220 Volts
Maximum Left Miter 55 °
Base Construction Steel
Package Depth 23.00
Saw Drive Direct Drive
Dust Port Yes
Spindle Lock No Yes
External Motor Brush Access No
Package Height 21.75
Blades Included 1
Package Height UOM IN
Net Package Quantity UOM EA
Suggested Buy URL MilwaukeeTool.com
Tool-Less Blade Changing No
Saw Blade Diameter (in) 12 in 7-1/4-in
Assembled Width (in) 21.75 in
Amperage (A) 15.0 A
Internet Product Code (IPC) 43852FF9415
Dust Collection Yes
Blade Wrench Included Yes – Loose
Warranty 5 year manufacturer warranty 3-year limited
Crosscut Capacity – 0° Miter 45° Left Bevel 2″ x 14″
Tool Weight 65 lbs 23
Net Package Quantity 1
Crosscut Capacity – 45° Miter 0° Bevel 2″ x 10″
Assembled Height (In) 23 in
Horizontal Crosscut Capacity (in) – 0° Miter 0° Bevel 13.5 in
No
5000
45
Yes
N/A
N/A
Yes
18
Yes
9
Yes
Port
Yes
No
45
24
16
No
45

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