Archive for November, 2009

DEWALT DW7187 Heavy Duty Adjustable Miter Saw Laser

November 28th, 2009
Brand: DeWalt
Average Rating
50 reviews

Use the DEWALT DW7187 Heavy Duty Adjustable miter saw Laser System for bright and accurate laser lines on either the left or right side of your DW715, DW716 or DW718 12 miter saw blade. Durably encased and power operated independently from the blade rotation, the laser is designed to meet jobsite and shop needs. more info

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DEWALT DW7231 Miter Saw Workstation Tool Mounting Brackets

November 28th, 2009
Brand: DeWalt
Average Rating
31 reviews

Designed for use with the DW723 miter saw Workstation, these DeWalt DW7231 miter saw Workstation Tool Mounting Brackets feature non-marring feet on the tool mount that will not scratch material. more info

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DeWalt DW7084 Crown Stops for DW703 DW706 DW708

November 27th, 2009
Brand: DeWALT
Average Rating
30 reviews

Designed to work with DeWalt saw models DW703, DW706, DW708, DW712, DW715, DW716 and DW718, the DeWalt DW7084 Crown Stops come with two stops–one for each side of the blade. These stops accurately position crown molding vertically against the saw fence. more info

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DEWALT DW715R HeavyDuty 15 Amp 12 Inch Compound

November 27th, 2009
Brand: DEWALT
Average Rating
10 reviews

There are plenty of chop saws on the market, but there are a few features that set the DeWalt DW715 apart from the mitering crowd. First among them, we think, is the great detent override, because every corner in your workday is not a perfect 90 degrees. With most saws, it’s impossible to set a miter at 44.5 degrees, because you’ll slide right into the otherwise handy detent. But on this DeWalt, a simple override lets you lock into the exact – and we mean exact – angle you need to get the tightest fit. There are 11 miter detent stops, and arriving at them takes just a squeeze on the cam lever, which we like a whole lot more than the turnscrew knobs on other saws.

Running a close second is the machined base support for the tall sliding fence, which DeWalt promises will never give you anything but the ultimate accuracy. We like the extra height because it supports crown molding beautifully, even up to 5-1/4 inches nested and base molding up to 6-1/2 inches vertically. Need a bevel cut? The fence slides neatly out of the way for bevels, anywhere from 0 to 48 degrees on the left and 0 to 3 degrees on the right. (Of course, this is the single-bevel version; if it’s a double bevel saw you’re after, check out the DW716 and the amazing DW718.) You won’t hear any complaining from this motor no matter what you’re cutting, as it’s drawing a beefy 15 amps and an rpm of 3,600, slicing through 2-by oak like it’s paper.

If portability is a factor, there are few saws that rival this one, we think: It’s just 42 pounds despite its brawny power, and a smart designer incorporated easy-on-the-body handles into the base. Though it’s well-enough suited to the home workshop, this saw is at home at the jobsite. — Kris Jensen-Van Heste more info

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DEWALT DW713 HeavyDuty 10Inch Compound Miter Saw

November 25th, 2009
Brand: DEWALT
Average Rating
21 reviews

The DeWalt DW713 Heavy-Duty 10-inch Compound miter saw comes with a powerful 15 Amp motor capable of 5,000 RPM for extended power and durability. With bevels at three to 48 degrees for increased cut capacity, this saw comes with a machined base fence support that maintains fence alignment for accurate cuts. An adjustable stainless steel detent plate with 11 positive stops is also included for repeatable accuracy and work site durability. This saw cuts 3-1/2-inch crown nested vertically for increased vertical cutting capacity and cuts 3-1/4-inch base vertically for increased vertical cutting capacity. Also featured is a 0-to-50-degree left and right miter capacity for added versatility in miter cutting. Its miter cam lock system provides increased ease of use and quick and accurate miter table positioning, and a horizontal main handle provides increased comfort during use.

This saw also comes with a tall sliding fence that support crown molding vertically and easily slides out of the way for bevel cuts. Its arbor size is 5/8 inches. The DW713 weighs 35 pounds and is compatible with the DW7187 adjustable laser system. Backed by a manufacturer’s 3-year warranty, this saw comes with a built-in carrying handle for increased portability. more info

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DEWALT DW716 15 Amp 12Inch DoubleBevel Compound Miter

November 25th, 2009
Brand: DeWALT
Average Rating
39 reviews

A serious tool capable of making a wide range of cuts, the DeWalt DW716 Double-Bevel 12-Inch Compound miter saw makes use of a 15.0 Amp, 3,600 RPM motor to ensure the power, durability, and versatility that professional craftsmen and women need. 11 positive stops on the adjustable stainless steel detent plate and a cam lock miter handle with detent override make all the most frequently used miter cuts easy to achieve. Furthermore, DeWalt’s exclusive back fence makes it possible to cut two by ten dimensional lumber at 90 degree angles and to cut two by eight lumber at 45 degrees, while the unique double bevel design allows you create both left and right bevels from 0 to 48 degrees. Positive stops in commonly used positions make it easy to change the position of the saw instead of flipping the material to give you more complete control. A machined base fence support helps guarantee accuracy, while the innovative engineering behind the gearbox and belt-drive increases vertical cutting capacity. In order to help you take advantage of this capacity, the saws extra-tall fences leave space to cut nested crown moldings up to 6-5/8-inches and base molding up to 6-1/2-inches in a vertical position up against the fence. And you don’t have to worry about these fences interfering with bevel cuts, because they slide neatly out of the way.

This fully-featured miter saw is relatively lightweight at just 44 pounds, and it offers a built-in carrying handle that makes it easy to move from job to job. It’s also noteworthy that this saw is designed for use with the DW7187 DeWalt adjustable miter saw laser system (NOT INCLUDED), which makes the cutting path visible for improved accuracy and easier handling. Included with this saw is a durable carbide blade, a blade wrench, and dust bag to get you started. This DeWalt high-performance industrial tool is backed by a 3-year limited warranty. more info

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DEWALT DW715 HeavyDuty 15Amp 12Inch Compound Miter saw

November 25th, 2009
Brand: DEWALT
Average Rating
22 reviews

The DeWalt DW715 Heavy-Duty 15 Amp 12-inch Compound miter saw comes with a powerful 15 Amp motor capable of 4,000 RPM operation for extended power and durability. With bevels at 3 to 48 degrees for increased cut capacity, this saw comes with an exclusive precise miter system and machined base fence support that maintains fence alignment for accurate cuts and an adjustable stainless steel detent plate with 11 positive stops for repeatable accuracy and work site durability. Four hardened steel bevel stops at 0, 33.9, 45, and 48 degrees deliver versatility and ease of use at commonly used bevel angles. This saw cuts 3-1/2-inch crown nested vertically for increased vertical cutting capacity and cuts 3-1/4-inch base vertically for increased vertical cutting capacity. Also featured is a 0-to-50-degree left and right miter capacity for added versatility in miter cutting. Its miter cam lock system provides increased ease of use and quick and accurate miter table positioning, and a horizontal main handle provides increased comfort during use.

This saw also comes with a tall sliding fence that support crown molding up to 5-1/4 inches nested and base molding up to 6-1/2 inches and easily slides out of the way for bevel cuts. Its arbor size is 5/8 inches. The DW715 weighs 42 pounds and is compatible with the DW7187 adjustable laser system. Backed by a manufacturer’s 3-year warranty, this saw comes with a built-in carrying handle for increased portability, a carbide blade, an extension kit, a dust bag, and a blade wrench. more info

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DEWALT DW712 81/2Inch SingleBevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw

November 24th, 2009
Brand: DEWALT
Average Rating
39 reviews

The DeWalt DW712 8-1/2-inch Single Bevel Sliding Compound miter saw comes with a powerful 15 Amp motor capable of 5,400 RPM for extended power and durability. Features include easy-to-use bevel stops at -2, 0, 33.9, 45, and 48 degrees, and an adjustable stainless steel detent plate with 11 positive stops for repeatable accuracy and work site durability. This saw cuts 3-1/2-inch crown nested vertically for increased vertical cutting capacity and cuts 3-1/4-inch base vertically for increased vertical cutting capacity.

Also featured is a 50-degree left miter capacity and a 60-degree right capacity for added versatility in miter cutting. Its miter cam lock system provides increased ease of use, and a horizontal main handle provides increased comfort during use. This saw also comes with a tall sliding fence for increased cutting capacity, and its arbor size is 5/8 inches. This saw weighs 43 pounds. Backed by a manufacturer’s 3-year warranty, this saw comes with a carbide blade and a blade wrench. more info

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DEWALT DW718 HeavyDuty 15 Amp 12Inch Dual Bevel

November 24th, 2009
Brand: DEWALT
Average Rating
58 reviews

The DeWalt DW718 Heavy-Duty 15 Amp 12-inch Dual Bevel Sliding Compound miter saw comes with a powerful 15 Amp motor capable of 3,600 RPM for extended power and durability. With bevels at 0 to 48-degrees for increased cut capacity, this saw comes with an exclusive precise miter system and machined base fence support that maintains fence alignment for accurate cuts and an adjustable stainless steel detent plate with 10 positive stops for repeatable accuracy and work site durability. Four bevel stops at 0, 22.5, 33.9, and 45 degrees in both directions permit the user to flip the saw and not the material. This saw miters 60 degrees to the left and 50 degrees to the right and cuts 3-1/2-inch crown nested vertically for increased vertical cutting capacity and cuts 3-1/4-inch base vertically for increased vertical cutting capacity. Also featured is a 0-to-50-degree left and right miter capacity for added versatility in miter cutting. Its miter cam lock system provides increased ease of use and quick and accurate miter table positioning. A horizontal main handle provides increased comfort during use. This saw also comes with a tall sliding fence that supports crown molding up to 6-5/8 inches nested and base molding up to 6-1/2 inches vertically against the fence while easily sliding out of the way for bevel cuts. Its arbor size is 5/8 inches. A built-in exclusive back fence design cuts up to 2×16 dimensional lumber at 90 degrees and 2×12 at 45 degrees. This saw weighs 53 pounds and is compatible with the DW7187 adjustable laser system. Backed by a manufacturer’s 3-year warranty, this saw comes with a built-in carrying handle for increased portability, a carbide blade, a vertical material clamp, a dust bag, and a blade wrench. more info

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Factory Reconditioned DEWALT DW718R Heavy Duty 15 Amp 12Inch Dual

November 23rd, 2009
Brand: DeWalt
Average Rating
10 reviews

It’s hard to imagine anything DeWalt could do to improve this saw. As with it little siblings, the DW716 and DW715, the feature at the top of our list is the fantastic miter detent override, allowing you to compensate for a world that just isn’t square all the time. Normally, setting a 44.7-degree miter would leave you with a fight on your hands with regular detents, because of that annoying tendency saws have to snap in when you get too close. But with the integrated override, you can cut as close to a detent as you need to without slipping in. The 718 miters 60 degrees to the left and 50 degrees to the right, with 10 zero-play detents, and all dead-on accurate. Of course, we like the miter cam lever, too, a great improvement over the old turnscrew knob.

The tall sliding fence has a machined support that promises nothing but the ultimate long-term accuracy. We like the extra height because it supports crown molding beautifully, even up to 6-5/8 inches nested, and base molding up to 6-1/2 inches vertically. Need a bevel cut? The fence slides neatly out of the way for bevels, anywhere from 0 to 48 degrees both left and right. (If you’re in the market for this much power but just a single bevel, check out the DeWalt715 saw. A close second to this saw, without the slide, is available in the DW716 model.)

There are absolutely no complaints from this motor no matter what you’re cross-cutting, as it’s drawing 15 beefy amps and has a max rpm of 3,600, slicing through 2-by oak like it’s paper. What we found extremely impressive is the saw’s ability to crosscut a 2 x 16 just by adding an auxiliary base to bring the stock up to level with the back fence. At a 45-degree miter, you’re still able to cross-cut a 2 x 12.

If portability is a factor, understand that the slide function adds a little weight, so this saw tips the scales at 53 pounds, nine pounds more than the next model down from this. Still, easy-on-the-body handles built into the base offer a nice, wide, secure grip. This is more saw than most do-it-your-selfers need, but it’s a contractor’s dream. — Kris Jensen-Van Heste more info

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