WEN 70716 vs Makita LS1040

Model WEN
70716
Makita
LS1040

Basic Info

Suggested Price $129.01 $329.80
Release Jan 2015 Sep 2012

Overview

Top Features
  • Powerful 15 amp motor supplies 5500 RPM
  • Bevel anywhere from 0 to 45 degrees to the left and miter up to 52 degrees in both directions
  • Includes 60-tooth carbide tipped blade, dust collection bag, support arms, fence and hold down clamp
  • Spacious worktable and powerful saw provide a max cutting capacity 3.25 inches thick and 11.5 inches deep
  • Weighs in at a mere 30 pounds and is backed by a 2-year warranty
  • Powerful 15.0 AMP motor for improved performance; 4,600 RPM
  • Dual post compound pivoting arm
  • Bevel cuts up to 45° to the left
  • Miter cuts 0°-45° left and 0°-52° right
  • Positive miter stops at 9 settings: 15°, 22.5°, 30°, 45°, right or left and 0° (90° cuts)
  • Weighs only 27.3 lbs. for easy portability
  • Precision machined aluminum base ensures accurate cuts
  • Performs compound cutting operations
  • Shaft lock for easy blade changes
  • Socket Wrench (782212-4)
  • 40T Carbide Tipped Blade (A-93669)
  • Dust Bag (122852-0)
  • Triangular Rule (762001-3)
  • Vertical Vise (122536-0)
  • LS1016LX5
  • LS1216LX4
  • LS1216L
  • LS1016L
  • LS1016
  • LS0714
  • LS1040F
  • LS1221
  • Features powerful 15 amp motor and dual post compound pivoting arm
  • Provides a large capability with cuts 52 degrees right and 47 degrees left with 9 positive stops at 15, 22-1/2, 30, 45 degrees left or right and 0 degrees
  • Durably designed with a machined aluminum base, dual aluminum base, dual slide rails and a carbide tip blade
  • Saw includes vertical vise, blade, wrench and triangular rule
  • Covered by 1-Year warranty

All Features

Maximum Speed (rpm) 5500
Tools Product Type Power Tool
Electric Brake Yes
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Left 3.25 x 8.06
Manufacturer Warranty Two year warranty
Certifications and Listings ETL Listed
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Left 52
Power Tool Features Electric Brake,Lockout Power Switch,Positive Stops
Bench & Stationary Tool Type Compound Miter Saw
Amperage (amps) 15
Reconditioned No
Cord Length (ft.) 6.5
Returnable 90-Day
Maximum Cutting Thickness (in.) 3.25
Maximum miter capacity 52
Dust Collection Method 1.5 in. Dust Port
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Right 52
Cordless/ Corded Corded
Power Tool Product Type Bench & Stationary
Product Height (in.) 24
No Tool Blade Change No
Bevel Type Single
Arbor Size 5/8 5/8″
Miter Saw Type Sliding Compound
Maximum Degree Bevel Cuts – Left 45
Blade Diameter 10
Product Depth (in.) 32
Bench or Stationary Bench
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Right 3.25 x 8.06
Product Width (in.) 28
45 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum – Left 1.625 x 11.625
Includes Carbide Blade, Vertical Vise, Dust Bag, Triangular Rule, Socket Wrench
Blade Type 40T Carbide Tipped
Slide No
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. H 2-3/4″
Bevel Stops 0 Degrees , 15 Degrees , 22.5 Degrees , 30 Degrees , 45 Degrees
Item Compound Miter Saw
Blade Dia. 10″
Amps @ 120V 15.0
No Load RPM 4600
UNSPSC 27112709
Voltage 120
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. H 2-3/4″
Bevel Capacity 0 to 45 Degrees
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. W 5-1/8″
Miter Capacity 0 Degrees to 45 Degrees Left and 0 Degrees to 52 Degrees Right
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. W 3-5/8″
Tool Weight 24.2 lb.
Features Dual Post Compound Pivoting Arm, Machined Aluminum Base, Shaft Lock

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