Porter-Cable 9845 Saw Boss 19.2-Volt Ni-Cad 6-Inch Cordless Circular Saw

by Porter-Cable

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

The Porter-Cable Saw Boss, a 19.2-volt cordless circular saw, is an increasingly popular alternative to standard corded circular saws. Though not as powerful as its corded cousin, it's extremely easy to move around a job site, and in instances where power is not readily available, it can help avoid the necessity of a generator or multiple extension cords. This model uses 6-inch blades and comes with a premium 6-inch thin-kerf 18-tooth carbide-tipped Riptide blade. It will do up to 3,250 rpm, and makes up to 100 crosscuts on two-by-four material on a single charge. It cuts two-by lumber in a single pass, even at a 45-degree bevel, and also has an easy-to-adjust guide plate for both bevel and depth of cut. The dust nozzle is very convenient and allows you to direct dust at any angle around the saw. We found that this Porter-Cable felt quite solid without being too heavy. It's well balanced and well configured for ease of use. This kit comes with one ni-cad rechargeable battery and a diagnostic charger with an LED warning system. The battery is interchangeable and will work with other Porter-Cable 19.2-volt tools. It charges in less then an hour and provides plenty of run time for most types of use. The battery also has a unique slide-in loading system in the base of each tool that makes battery attachment extremely tight and almost impervious to wear. Also included in the kit is a custom-molded plastic carrying case. --Jonathon Tudor

From the Manufacturer

Porter-Cable 9845 Saw Boss 19.2-Volt Ni-Cad 6-Inch Cordless Circular Saw

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 16.5 x 16.5 inches ; 9.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 20 pounds
• 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: B0000302Q2
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 9845
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #298,408 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars weak batteries, October 26, 2000

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Tom R. Wells (Divide, Colorado) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Porter-Cable 9845 Saw Boss 19.2-Volt Ni-Cad 6-Inch Cordless Circular Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

I purchased this saw about a month ago after much hand-wringing whether to get the Dewalt l8v cordless or the Porter Cable l9.2v. I finally opted for the Porter Cable l9.2, figuring it would have more power. The manufacturer touts that this saw will cut up to l25 2X4's on a single charge. NO WAY! 30 tops. I returned the saw after 2 weeks and exchanged it for the l8v Dewalt of the same blade size. The batteries in the Dewalt dont last any longer in the Dewalt and the Dewalt isnt as powerful. So I guess I should have stuck with the Porter Cable.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Not bad for a Porter Cable, July 27, 2001

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Mark Y Ringer (Foxboro, Ma United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Porter-Cable 9845 Saw Boss 19.2-Volt Ni-Cad 6-Inch Cordless Circular Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

I am a remodeling contractor and use all types of saws. I bought the combo pack when they first came out with the 19.2 volt cordless tools. The saw was great. It had the feel of a corded saw, compared to the Dewalt 18 volt that has a ackward top handle.The saw has plenty of power to cut 2x lumber (the amount of cuts varies) and plywood. Some light demolishing was no problem either. I also have Dewalt 6" and 5-1/4" 18 volt saws, neither can compete with the 19.2 volt Porter-Cable. The ownly problem was the longevity of the batteries, I,ve replaced both batteries twice already. The 18 volt Dewalt batteries are still running. I own all Dewalt tools and will continue to buy Dewalt but this saw won me over. I would recommend this saw over the Dewalt 24 and 18 volt saws for the professional contractors and the do-it-yourselfers.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Meets all expectations, July 5, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Porter-Cable 9845 Saw Boss 19.2-Volt Ni-Cad 6-Inch Cordless Circular Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

we purchased this item to use on construction sites when either electricity or generators were unavailable. Most of the time that usage was when we sent punch out workers to customers homes. The unit was light enough to carry easily, yet tough enough to cut through wood and cement siding materials. The battery supplied plenty of power and more than lasted all day.