- 9.7 amp motor; 4,300 rpm
- Extra-wide cast-aluminum base
- Miter capacity: 0 to 45 degrees left and right
- Electronic brake
- One-year warranty
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Amazon.com Review
Freud's 8-1/2-inch sliding compound miter saw is a reliable and reasonably priced saw that smoothly cuts wide stock. That said, people accustomed to other miter saws might find some of Freud's design characteristics to be less than user-friendly. This saw has a two-piece blade guard more like those found on radial-arm saws, and the two-button thumb switch is difficult to operate and a little annoying when trying to make repeated cuts. Making miter adjustments requires flipping a lever over to get out of the detent and then loosening a butterfly-type screw to release the table--another unique setup that could use improvement. But, despite these less-than-ideal features, this saw does make clean and accurate cuts and comes with an excellent Freud blade. It is solidly constructed, has a powerful motor, and should last a long time. For homeowners and do-it-yourselfers wanting the horizontal cutting capacity of a sliding compound miter saw, this is the most affordable way to go. Professionals may want to consider other models to avoid the extra labor resulting from this saw's design. --Brian Trinen
From the Manufacturer
Size does matter. One of the first things you'll notice about this miter saw is the size of its cast-aluminum base: it's twice as wide as other saws. The base gives you excellent stability while remaining compact enough for easy transport. The powerful 9.7 amp universal motor, in combination with the blade diameter and kerf width, provides a maximum amount of torque at the cutting edge. It is also equipped with an electronic brake to bring the blade to a quick stop once the trigger is released. Setting an angle close to a positive stop is easy--simply disengage the positive stop with the twist of a lever. Positive stops are located at 0, 15, 22-1/2, 30, and 45 degrees. Careful attention has also been paid to the size and design of the miter locking lever: it will remain out of the way and not interfere with the operator.
Freud's 8-1/2-inch sliding compound miter saw is a reliable and reasonably priced saw that smoothly cuts wide stock. That said, people accustomed to other miter saws might find some of Freud's design characteristics to be less than user-friendly. This saw has a two-piece blade guard more like those found on radial-arm saws, and the two-button thumb switch is difficult to operate and a little annoying when trying to make repeated cuts. Making miter adjustments requires flipping a lever over to get out of the detent and then loosening a butterfly-type screw to release the table--another unique setup that could use improvement. But, despite these less-than-ideal features, this saw does make clean and accurate cuts and comes with an excellent Freud blade. It is solidly constructed, has a powerful motor, and should last a long time. For homeowners and do-it-yourselfers wanting the horizontal cutting capacity of a sliding compound miter saw, this is the most affordable way to go. Professionals may want to consider other models to avoid the extra labor resulting from this saw's design. --Brian Trinen
From the Manufacturer
Size does matter. One of the first things you'll notice about this miter saw is the size of its cast-aluminum base: it's twice as wide as other saws. The base gives you excellent stability while remaining compact enough for easy transport. The powerful 9.7 amp universal motor, in combination with the blade diameter and kerf width, provides a maximum amount of torque at the cutting edge. It is also equipped with an electronic brake to bring the blade to a quick stop once the trigger is released. Setting an angle close to a positive stop is easy--simply disengage the positive stop with the twist of a lever. Positive stops are located at 0, 15, 22-1/2, 30, and 45 degrees. Careful attention has also been paid to the size and design of the miter locking lever: it will remain out of the way and not interfere with the operator.
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