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PORTER-CABLE PCE310 vs Skil 5280-01

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Title PORTER-CABLE 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw, 15-Amp (PCE310)SKIL 5280-01 15-Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Single Beam Laser Guide
Model PORTER-CABLE
PCE310
Skil
5280-01

Basic Info

Suggested Price $69.00$62.99
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Release Apr 2017Oct 2016

Overview

Top Features
  • 15 amp motor running at 5,500 RPM provides power and speed through applications
  • Magnesium shoe, metal upper & lower guards provide added durability
  • Spindle lock and depth adjustment for quick adjustments on the job
  • Only 9.0 lbs, with Aux handle, provide comfort and clear line of sight
  • Powerful 15-amp motor delivers 5,300-RPM for greater speed and faster cuts
  • 7-1/4-inch carbide-tipped blade included. Spindle lock for easy blade changes.
  • 51 degree bevel capacity for a wide variety of cuts. Arbor size: 5/8 inches, cord length: 6 feet
  • Lightweight 6.95-pounds design reduces fatigue
  • Dust blower keeps line-of-cut free of sawdust for improved visibility. Anti-snag lower guard reduces snags when making narrow cut-offs

Reviews

Walmart Rating4.6 (out of 10 reviews)4.7 (out of 161 reviews)
Latest Reviews

Powerful Small Wood Cutting Saw
Rating: 5
The Porter Cable heavy duty magnesium shoe circular saw is light- weight, weighing less than 10 pounds. It is an effective saw for DIY wood cutting projects. It has double handles that are sturdy, durable, and provide a solid grip while using. The saw comes with a blade, and it is easy to add and remove. This saw comes with a long power cord; however, we choose to use an extension cord for our projects. There is a little play with the magnesium shoe when cutting lines, but this is not a deal breaker.
by AZCactusFlower on 2018-11-28T16:00:00

Gold standard saw
Rating: 5
What a STOUT tool! Great power, HUGE shoe (aka bottom plate) that gives you ample flat surface area to stay on your piece, heavy so it stays planted but doesn't "feel" heavy when you're cutting, just all around an awesome tool. The blade tool has a place on the saw itself so it's right there when you need it. Tool-less height and angle adjustment (and goes past 45 degrees!) and get this; no safety lockout on the trigger. So easy to use, cuts through wood like a hot knife through butter, and with the weight it has it virtually eliminates kick-back. Spend your money on a great tool (that also you can get parts for like this one) and you'll never regret it!
by mn6ws6 on 2018-12-02T16:00:00

Can't stop me now!
Rating: 5
So excited to work with my first circular saw. I do a LOT of DIY but have only worked with a jig saw so far. I've been nervous to work with a circular saw but I'm scheduled to volunteer in the construction of a Habitat for Humanity home in the spring and want to be familiar with, and have access to my own standard equipment. I've also been itching to try a lot of projects I see online, but so far have lacked the tool power. This saw is weighty and feels solid in my hands. The only thing I don't like about it is the key storage. I removed it because it was a distraction and found it a permanent tool box drawer where it won't get lost. Santa is bringing me a saw bench, so in the meantime I tried a few cuts on my neighbor's bench in his garage. His saw (diff brand) did not feel as substantial to me. Maybe just because the blade was newer, but he seemed to prefer this saw more than his own. I spent the time to read the whole product guide carefully and and am still learning, but I feel very comfortable with the mechanics. I'm so over being nervous and super excited to start some projects!
by UpgraderGirl on 2018-11-20T16:00:00

Portable Portcable
Rating: 5
Shoe circular Saw is a 15 amp. Is a heavy duty motor. Has a spindle lock. Only includes a wrench key and a tip blade. It comes with a 3 year limited for tool only. And a year free service.. it a great gift for my husband work.
by r0xymami on 2018-11-13T16:00:00

Great for any project
Rating: 5
I'm happy I got ti am very impressed with this power saw. Works just as well as a known name brand. I really like the magnesium blade as it gives a nice smooth cut. Can't wait to do more projects around the house.
by bookgamer on 2018-11-15T16:00:00

a great tool...
Rating: 5
I finally got a real circular saw not some plastic toy like the skil crap I made the mistake of purchasing. This saw is perfectly built in both built material and performance. What great deal for this great tool.
by mars0323 on 2019-08-31T17:00:00

Disappointing performance
Rating: 1
I was very disappointed with this saw. I was attracted to it because of the magnesium shoe as opposed to the steel shoe. However, the saw does not cut straight! I've used a straight edge as a guide and still do not get a completely straight cut, even with a good Freud blade. My guess is the arbor has too much wiggle in it or the shoe and the blade are not perfectly parallel.
by MarkinVT on 2019-12-31T16:00:00


Rating: 5

by qmedmike on 2019-06-24T17:00:00


Rating: 5

by Shirley on 2020-07-26T17:00:00


Rating: 5

by william on 2020-04-25T17:00:00

Great SKIL saw at a super price!
Rating: 5
This is a great name-brand circular saw for an excellent price. The price includes the blade for this SKIL saw. Some of the other brands do not include the blade - yes, really. It is easy to handle and work with - working on my back deck. I would recommend it.
by Diana on 2020-10-24T17:00:00

Great cut, affordable price
Rating: 5
Great saw and great price! Out of the box worked like a gem, attach the blade and go. Laser was a good feature. Would recommend Skil everytime for circular saws
by on 2020-10-04T17:00:00

Design features
Rating: 5
The new design takes left handed crafts persons into consideration. The laser feature is great and the notches in the front of the shoe keeps the saw on the line for us that had problems with that in the past. The shaft lock make it very easy to remove and replace the blade.
by on 2020-06-25T17:00:00

Great Product!!
Rating: 5
I bought this saw mainly because I was in a pinch and my old battery-powered saw burned out on me. But this thing is impressive! I've worked with the older 15amp and this new smaller model is way more powerful! For a DIYer like me or a handyman type guy its a perfect saw. Plus a 5 year warranty. Highly recommend.
by Matthew on 2020-04-23T17:00:00

Great Saw!
Rating: 5
Excellent buy on this saw. Only thing I had to do out of the box was attach the saw blade. It cut beautifully right out of the box. No real set-up required. I recommend this to anyone needing a good circular saw.
by on 2020-08-08T17:00:00

Great so far
Rating: 5
Completed my project without any fuss. Can't say for longevity as of yet, but so far I am thoroughly impressed with the Skil brand Circ saw. Great features you aren't likely to find on a saw in this price range.Perfect for a weekend Diy'er.
by Nick Jackson on 2020-05-27T17:00:00

Skilsaw
Rating: 5
Great saw at a great price. I am using this saw mainly with my Kreg Rip-Cut and Accu-Cut jigs and it makes breaking down plywood panels fast and easy.
by GeorgeP on 2020-03-28T17:00:00

Excellent saw at a good price
Rating: 4
So far I am very satisfied with the saw. It is powerful enough to handle any job but light enough to be easily maneuvered. I haven't used the laser much but it's nice to know it's there if I need it. I like the trigger safety switch. If the saw included a blade break, I would have given 5 stars. Included blade cuts well.
by on 2020-09-05T17:00:00

Skil saw w/laser
Rating: 4
Nice saw, balance good, no dust collection adaption on saw and laser is 1/16 inch off line out of box. Bought to replace 25 year old Skil (still works), mainly bought for laser.
by on 2020-08-04T17:00:00

Replacement saw
Rating: 4
Great saw. Been using SKIL for a while now and needed to replace an older circ saw from another brand and this one fit the bill. My only concern was that it didn.t come with a lefty option but hey not many do!
by Mojo Low on 2020-08-10T17:00:00

All Features

Dust ChuteNo
Work LightNo
Case TypeN/A (no case)
Amperage15
Spindle LockYes
Depth ControlYes
Dust BlowerNo
Weight (lbs.)9
Maximum RPM (RPM)5500
Worm DriveNo
Maximum Depth at 45 Degrees (Inches)1.875
Arbor Diameter5/8-in
Blade MaterialCarbide-tipped
CordlessNo
Laser GuideNo
Sub-BrandN/A
Blade SideRight
Cord Length (Feet)8
Bevel StopYes
Horsepower2.22.50
UNSPSC27112700
Shoe TypeMagnesium
Fence IncludedNo
Saw Blade Diameter7-1/4-in
Voltage1560 volts
Dust CollectionNo
BrakeNo
CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning(s)Yes
Bevel Capacity (Degrees)55
Maximum Depth at 90 Degrees (Inches)2.5
releaseApr 2017Oct 2016
Power Sourceelectric
MaterialLaser, steel
Wattage30 watts
Measurement SystemMetric
Item Package Quantity1
Batteries Required?No
Batteries Included?No
StyleSaw
Item Weight8.7 pounds
Included ComponentsCircular Saw^24-Tooth Carbide Blade^Wrench^Carry Bag
Item model number5280-01

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