Milwaukee 6176-20 15 Amp 14-Inch Abrasive Cutoff Machine

by Milwaukee

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Milwaukee's rugged and durable cut-off machine has a heavy cast-iron base. All it takes is one cut to realize this is a quality piece of machinery. We cut a bundle of metal two-by-fours with no problem at all. Letting the blade do the work, we made smooth, accurate cuts in angle iron, pipe, and rebar. Individual features make a big difference. The Milwaukee sports a 5-inch-square capacity, which is larger than most other saws. An onboard wrench is conveniently located on the base (no need to guess where you put it). The saw's arm locks down to protect the blade during transport, and there's a conveniently located carrying handle. (While the saw, at 47 pounds, is portable, we wouldn't want to tote it all over the place.) Though initially we thought the base seemed narrow, once set in place, the saw held surprisingly steady. The cast-iron base rests on four rubber feet, one of which is cleverly located below the back of the blade where it's protected from sparks--smart thinking in the design area. The verdict is simple: this cut-off machine earns our highest praise. --Dori Anvinson

Product Description

14" Abrasive Cut-Off Machine has a powerful 15 amp motor designed for maximum cutting efficiency. For use with abrasive cut-off wheels (14" x 3/32" x 1"); 3.2 maximum HP, 3900 RPM, 1" arbor, 5" pipe cutting capacity. Material can be angle cut up to 45° & the quick set-up, quick release locking device holds material being cut securely during the cutting process. Pivoting wheel guard, easily accessible brushes, heavy-duty cast iron base; net weight: 47.5 lbs. Power, performance & durability for fast, portable cutting of drywall track, angle iron, conduit, pipe, channels, tubing, rebar & more

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• Shipping Weight: 53.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000022483
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• Item model number: 6176-20
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #34,873 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #21 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Saws > Metal-Cutting Saws

Customer Reviews

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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars easy on the wallet tough on steel, June 6, 2001

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oakman (angola, ny United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Milwaukee 6176-20 15 Amp 14-Inch Abrasive Cutoff Machine (Tools & Home Improvement)

i found this chop saw to be a great deal.it performed exactly as i expected a millwaukee power tool to do.i have been in the welding and fabrication buisiness for 23 years and also operate a mobile welding buisiness,so i demand quality performance out of my tools.the saw is very well built and very stable,i have had no problem cutting long pieces of angle iron,pipe and plate steel out in the field and at home.the vise held the steel securely and the motor had no problem handling the tasks at hand .after looking at at least six other brands i decided on the millwaukee for one ...the price and also the reliability of other millwaukee brand power tools i use. this saw is great for the weekend warrior,or the full time professional.

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Chop Saw Review, August 13, 2000

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Greg Mueller (Bozeman, Montana United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Milwaukee 6176-20 15 Amp 14-Inch Abrasive Cutoff Machine (Tools & Home Improvement)

I love Milwaukee, however the problems I have with this chopsaw is the time consuming process of changing from 90 degree cuts to 45 degree cuts. The wrench that comes with it is weak. I usually have to dig out my socket set each time I want to change degree cuts. I think the handle could also be re designed to a perpendicular grip to the blade like the DeWalt chop saw. Finally, a better clamping system for angle iron would be an improvement- the metal wants to slip out of place regardless of how much you crank down on the clamp.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Strong performer, April 17, 2002

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Skydog (Aurora, CO United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Milwaukee 6176-20 15 Amp 14-Inch Abrasive Cutoff Machine (Tools & Home Improvement)

After shopping around, this machine is clearly built better than the rest. Others had cast aluminum or stamped beds, the Milwaukee is cast iron. My first job was cutting 10 foot sections of 3/16"x3" angle iron, the tool held them perfectly aligned and cut them smoothly in about 10 seconds. No wobble or runout. Also have cut some bricks with masonry blade with excellent results. Great tool, not much more $, why buy anything else. Only drawback; a little heavy to lug around for portable use, but that's the price for sturdiness.