Bosch CCS180K 6-1/2-Inch 18-Volt Litheon Circular Saw Blade Kit

by Bosch

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The New Bosch CCS180K features a more compact and lighter design than NiCd, the Fastest Cutting and is the Only FPS-enabled pro circ saw. Includes: (1) Litheon FatPack battery, saw, charger, blade, carrying bag.

Product Description

Includes 18V Cordless Lithium-Ion 6-1/2" Circular Saw - CCS180K, 18 Volt FatPack Battery - BAT618, 30-Minute Lithium-Ion Battery Charger - BC630, 6-1/2" Blade, Allen Key

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 13.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B001RBCUAE
• Item model number: CCS180K
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #72,982 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars One little problem, June 8, 2010

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Swamijim (St. Petersburg, FL) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Bosch CCS180K 6-1/2-Inch 18-Volt Litheon Circular Saw Blade Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is a great saw. It has plenty of power. I used it on a project where some saws would have difficulty, cutting dense composition lumber for decks, and it zipped right through the decking material. The only issue I have is that the manufacturer lists a "carrying bag" as one of the included items, and I received no such bag.

4.0 out of 5 stars Very mixed bag so far., February 5, 2012

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Berlin (la) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bosch CCS180K 6-1/2-Inch 18-Volt Litheon Circular Saw Blade Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

So far I am not very happy with this purchase or more gift for x-mas from my GF.
Bag and rip fence were missing, I got a $20 discount from Amazon for the missing bag but they refused to do anything about the rip fence since they did not state it includes a rip fence even the Bosch manual states it does.
No big deal, I thought, I just call Bosch, well they did send me a rip fence but a cheapo, read heavier more crude, Skill part.
I asked if that rip fence comes with all the parts necessary and it was confirmed.
The rip fence came without the missing thump screw so I had to call them again and asked for the thump screw.
Bosch send me the thump screw, no questions asked, but I did not ask if it also needs a spring which it does so I have to call them again for a spring or something which holds the thump screw in place otherwise it moves.
Unfortunately I also discovered that the axle developed some play so the saw needs to be fixed.
Another thing was that the lever for the cutting dept needed to be taken off and repositioned because otherwise the lever would stick out of the base plate at maximum cutting dept.
No a big deal but a little disappointing for a company like Bosch, tool is made in China if that matters.
Another thing is, that is in way a NOS since the 2.6 battery has a 2008 stamp on it and has no charge gauge like the newer 3.0 battery which came with the brute 18V drivers.

I will update this post when I get more information.

UPDATE: I talked to Bosch today and the tech guy said the play at the axle is normal so that is good.
The spring is not missing because there is no spring according to the tech guy,
he suggested to tape the screw to the rip fence when not in use which I find odd.
I will see if light thread lock work or if I can find a proper spring.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Bosch Saw, February 2, 2012

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grb700rider - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Bosch CCS180K 6-1/2-Inch 18-Volt Litheon Circular Saw Blade Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

I received this saw and went to install the battery in the charger and right off I noticed the charger was flashing. So I installed the battery in another charger to make sure it was the battery and it was. The charger was flashing quickly like the first charger. I contacted Bosch directly and registered the Bosch saw and batteries. They sent out a new battery with no problems. So I a gave five stars cause there was no issues with replacement. These things happen.