Hitachi C7SB2 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw

by Hitachi

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

This new circular saw combines Hitachi's rock-solid construction with a lightweight and ergonomic design. The saw has a powerful and smooth-running 15 amp motor with a replaceable carbon brush for long life and easy maintenance. The saw's aluminum-alloy base bevels from 0 to 55 degrees, with positive stops at 0 and 45 degrees. Depth of cut and bevel adjustments are both tool-free operations. The handle has a comfortable nonslip grip, and at only 10.1 pounds, it's hard to find a lighter-weight saw with this much power. Professionals and serious woodworkers who prefer sidewinder-style saws will find this to be among the best of the bunch. For people who want a little more, check out Hitachi's C7BD2 model, which is this same saw with an electric brake. --Brian Trinen

Amazon.com Product Description

The award-winning Hitachi C7SB2 15-Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw has a powerful 15 Amp motor for ripping OSB, 2x4s, plywood, and other common framing materials. And with a wide bevel capacity, adjustable stops, cutting-depth lever, and more, the C7SB2 will tackle heavy-duty professional jobs with ease.

C7SB2 15-Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw Tool Specifications Blade Diameter 185 mm (7-1/4") Maximum Cutting Depth At 90°: 60 mm (2-3/8") At 45 °: 47 mm (1-27/32") At 50°: 43 mm (1-11/16") At 55°: 39 mm (1-17/32") Power Source Single-phase 120V AC 60Hz (120V DC) Rated Current 15 Amps Power Input 1,710 Watts No-Load Speed 5,800/min Overall Length 305 mm (12") Net Weight 4.6kg (10.1 lbs.) Standard Accessories 1 Tungsten Carbide Tippled Saw Blade 1 Wrench 1 Case

This 15 Amp circular saw powerfully rips common framing materials. View larger.

The 24-tooth, carbide-tipped blade slices with precision. View larger.

Powerful Motor and Blade Handle Tough Cuts with Ease
Winner of the Taunton Press 2005 Best Value award, the C7SB2 features a single-phase 120-volt, 15 Amp motor that generates a no-load saw speed of 5,800 RPM and an output of up to 2,100 watts.

The 7-1/4-inch, 24-tooth, carbide-tipped blade with 5/8-inch arbor powers through tough cuts with ease. It has a 1-27/32" depth of cut at 45 degrees and a 2-3/8" depth of cut at 90 degrees. And with a cutting depth lever, the C7SB2 makes it easy to select the right depth for the job.

Perfect for a Wide Range of Beveling Applications
The C7SB2 Circular Saw is capable of not only making accurate 90-degree cuts, but it can also make clean bevels from 0-55 degrees in just about any common framing material.

An adjustable lever makes it easy to find the bevel stops at 0, 45, and 55 degrees. It helps keep your blade true and accurate by locking the blade in place at the desired angle. A blade guard protects your hands during angled cuts, and a spindle lock provides an extra level of safety.

Full of User-Friendly Features
The C7SB2 has a host of features that will make your next cutting job as easy as can be. To start, a one-piece die-cast aluminum alloy base features easy-to-read front and side scales for accurate measurements.

The non-slip Elastomer-grip handle keeps you in complete control of the tool and provides comfort for all-day jobs. What's more, this saw weighs only 10.1 pounds, so it is extremely easy to maneuver and transport.

To top it all off, an easily accessible carbon brush lets you replace the brush as needed to prolong the life of the tool.

The C7SB2 Circular Saw is backed by a five-year limited warranty.

About Hitachi: A Tradition of Innovation
Hitachi Power Tools (Hitachi Koki USA, Ltd.) provides professional-grade power tools for a variety of applications, including woodwork, metalwork, concrete, drilling, cutting, and fastening. Hitachi is a leader in power tool research and development and has achieved many firsts in the power tool industry. Today, Hitachi continues the tradition of innovation and engineering with new features in addition to classic quality.

What's in the Box
C7SB2 Circular Saw, 24-tooth carbide-tipped blade, 10mm wrench, and carrying case.

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Product Details

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• ASIN: B000090PJS
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• Item model number: C7SB2
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #30,985 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #63 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Saws > Circular Saws

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

60 of 68 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good circular saw value, September 22, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Hitachi C7SB2 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

I compared the Hitachi C7SB2 to several other saws in its price range and chose the C7SB2 for the following reasons:
* Lever locks used for blade height and angle adjustment instead of wing nuts or knobs. My old saw used wing nuts that are difficult to tighten and loosen.
* Aluminum saw base makes the saw lighter and feels more solid than pressed steel bases.
* Blade lock makes it easy to change saw blades.
* Replaceable brushes for easy maintenance.
* Carrying case included.
* Carbide blade included.
* Priced below $100.

This saw would have received a 5 with the exception of two issues:
1) The blade guard retracting lever is made of plastic (most saw manufacturers use plastic) that could break in time.
2) The Hitachi information label is lifting at the edges and will probably come off at some point.

26 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Purchase the Hitachi C7BD2 Instead, October 22, 2005

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Paul (Pennsylvania, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hitachi C7SB2 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

Consumer Reports (August 2005 Issue) reviewed this saw and recommended it as a Best Buy. If your budget allows, I would recommend going with the Hitachi C7BD2 (also a CR Best Buy). The C7BD2 includes an electric brake for much quicker stopping of the blade and therefore better safety. Like the C7BD2 this saw has a powerful 15 Amp motor and a sturdy alumimum base.

I also wish both saws had better depth adjustment (there are no measurement markings to approximate the depth of cut). Lastly a Laser guide would have been nice.

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not bad for the price, February 17, 2008

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JV "Johnny V" (Long Island, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hitachi C7SB2 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

I purchased new from Amazon for $69.95 which is a good deal. However if the price is over $100 your better off getting the Dewalt for an additional $15-$20. This saw is lightweight and powerful. It is a great home owner saw for occasional use. For full time construction/carpentry use, it falls short of the Dewalt, Makita, or Portacable. The carry case does not have a place for the wrench and the rip fence, which is not a big deal, but wrapping the power cord and closing the case is a challenge. The base of the saw is very sturdy and easy to adjust, the numbers are easy to read. Overall quality and feel is about a 3 out of 5.