Hitachi C12FCH 15 Amp 12-Inch Compound Miter Saw with Laser

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About Hitachi's Miter Saws
Hitachi's line of miter saws offers a broad selection of compound, dual compound, and sliding models -- many of which feature laser sights and other helpful features. Designed to withstand real-world conditions on a job site, these rugged saws will survive years of heavy-duty use.

About This Compound Miter Saw
This Hitachi 12-inch compound miter saw features a helpful laser marker for perfect precision cuts. Its 15 amp motor generates an impressive 1,9050 watts of maximum output power to slice through even the toughest cutting jobs on the job site or in your workshop.

Loaded with convenience and performance features, the C12FCH boasts handy micro bevel adjustment for fine-tuning bevel angles, plus a large pivoting fence that raises the fence height to 5-1/8 inches for cutting crown molding vertically. It comes on a large table for great material support, and it offers easy access to the carbon brushes -- so you can replace them as needed, which greatly prolongs your tool's life. The C12FCH also has a horizontal handle with a soft, vibration-reducing elastomer grip and thumb-actuated positive stop for quick and accurate miter adjustments. This saw comes ready to work, with a 12-inch TCT saw blade, a dust bag, vise assembly, box wrench, and hex bar wrench.

Applications
This powerful compound miter saw cuts various types of wood, plywood, decorative panels, soft fiberboard, hard board, and aluminum sashes. Its aggressive design tackles a wide variety of materials with speed and ease.

Key Technical Specs

• 12-inch blade diameter
• 15 amp motor
• No-load speed: 4,000 rpm
• Miter angle range: 0-52 degrees, right and left
• Bevel angle range: -3 degrees left to 48 degrees

Warranty
The C12FCH is covered by Hitachi's 5-year professional warranty.

What's in the box:
Hitachi compound miter saw with laser line, 12-inch blade, dust bag, vise assembly, box wrench, hex bar wrench.

About Hitachi Power Tools
In 1994, Hitachi Power Tools U.S.A. was renamed Hitachi Koki U.S.A. to denote the addition of manufacturing to the United States. Hitachi Koki U.S.A. carries an extensive line of professional grade tools and accessories for residential construction, commercial construction, tradesman and do-it-yourselfers. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, with satellite offices in Valencia CA and Toronto ONT, Hitachi Koki U.S.A. supplies nearly 4000 retail locations, both independent and home center, and supports over 1000 authorized service centers. Many Hitachi tools are designed and offered for use only in North America. With dozens of new models already in development, Hitachi Koki U.S.A. enters the 21st century continuing to offer the highest level of professional power tools available.

Product Description

12", Compound Miter Saw With Laser Marker, Hitachi's Exclusive Laser Marker System For Increased Cutting Accuracy, Powerful Motor, 15 Amp & 1950 Watts Of Max Output Power, Micro Bevel Adjustment For Fine Tuning Bevel Angles, Horizontal Handle Has A Soft Vibration Reducing Elastomer Grip, Larger Pivoting Fence Raises Fence Height To 5-1/8" For Cutting Crown Molding, Includes: TCT Saw Blade 32 Teeth, Dust Bag, Vise Assembly, Box Wrench, Hex Bar Wrench, Holder Assembley, Weight 41.9 LBS, 5 Year Warranty.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 18 x 20 x 22 inches ; 63 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 60.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B000NMGL9O
• Item model number: C12FCH
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #38,814 in Home Improvement (See Bestsellers in Home Improvement)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars So far so good, November 26, 2007

By	Michael Case (Kennewick, WA 99338) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I purchased this saw a few days ago to build some shelves and a work bench. I did a lot of shopping around to find the best value 12" saw. This Hitachi was competitively priced with similar saws from Craftsman, Ryobi but seemed a little better built and had a 5 year warranty.

Unlike the previous reviewer, mine came aligned perfectly right out of the box. The fences and blade were square, and the laser was even accurate (it's also quite easy to align should it ever need it later). Wary of the previous review, I specifically looked into how the bevel guage was attached before purchase, and can't for the life of me see how it would ever fall off.

So far it's cut through plenty 2x4 and 4x4 lumber with ease, producing nice clean cuts. The included blade (44 tooth IIRC) seems perfectly adequate for framing. I'll be getting a second higher tooth-count blade when I get around to doing floors and molding.

Pros:
- Competitively priced
- Reasonably light-weight (but still solid feeling) for a 12" saw
- Can cut through 4x4 and miter 2x6 lumber
- Powerful motor doesn't bog down
- 5-year warranty

Cons:
- Off-set miter scale is a little odd, but perfectly functional
- Included saw blade is good for framing, but not well suited for molding or finer work.
- Instruction manual includes many poorly translated statements (but they're rather funny)

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars I don't recommend this one, November 8, 2007

By	M. Dileo "mdileo" (Columbus, NJ) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I purchased this saw from Lowe's. About 3 days after purchasing the saw the scale that shows the bevel angle fell off. I must have swept it up with sawdust and threw it away because I never found it. I e-mailed Hitachi, told them what happened, and asked them for a replacement. This was over a year ago. No reply. It's really unbelievable that this little scale is simply glued onto the saw and not scribed onto the frame.

I purchased the 90 tooth blade and I don't know if it's the saw or the blade but there is quite a bit of wobble in the blade. No matter how securely you hold the stock down, every now and this due to blade wobble it will jam. I know how to use a miter saw so it's not user error.

Finally I found it impossible to get this thing calibrated properly. The set up mechanism is badly designed and the fences are not straight! That's right. I don't know if it's the constant jamming or the manufacturing but the fences are both curved a bit. I've never been able to get this thing calibrated from day one.

Just so you know I own the jobsite Hitachi table saw and love it. No problems. I also own a Makita orbital sander and belt sander. Love them as well. I also own the Makita LXT cordless kit. Love it. This is the ONLY tool I've ever had major problems.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Incomplete Review, June 16, 2008

By	M. Koverdan (Alaska) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Haven't actually used the saw yet as the blade that came with it has 3 missing carbide teeth, 4 teeth that are cracked and about to come off and a few others that seem questionable. No signs of damage to box or saw though, just the blade. Definitely a quality control error. Please inspect blade as this can cause you to loose an eye if not caught prior to use. Granted, who would use a 32 tooth 12" blade anyway, but very disconcerting when you pay $275. I guess that's the quality of goods made in China. I will update this once I talk to Hitachi about this and actually get to use the saw. Fortunately I ordered a 60 & 90 tooth blade but they haven't gotten to me yet.
**Update**
Hitachi sent out a new blade without any problems and even upgraded to more teeth, 60, once I explained the problem in getting a new blade living where I do in Alaska. A 32 tooth blade is pretty much useless and I can't believe Hitachi doesn't package the 60 tooth to begin with on this saw. I have used the saw minimally so far but seems like a nice saw. I had a 10" Ridgid prior and like the extra 2" on the blade. I like the turn on by switch laser that the Hitachi has but coming from the back by the arm, it gets obstructed sometimes. Ridgid is cast down from the blade arbor but only when the blade is spinning. Do not get the Hitachi table as it is rather simple for the price. I suggest the Ridgid MS-UV.