I am looking to buy a GOOD power mitre saw. I am confused by all of the features like "dual bevel", "compound", etc. I know what the sliding feature is, but just need a better understanding as to what the features mean.
Thanks!
Ken
2006-07-15 15:03:52 · 8 answers · asked by keninsb 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
First, thanks for all of the GREAT answers. I got a deal on a Makita LS1013L 10" Dual Slide, Compound Miter Saw w/Laser Guide. I paid $335 NEW (after $50 mail in rebate).
I know this is a great price for this saw, and I think the 10" should suffice for what I will use it for (mostly home repair, DIY).
The only thing this saw didn't have that I would have liked, is the dual bevel (again, thanks for the GREAT explanation). Is the dual bevel that big of a deal? Do you think it is a feature I would really miss?
Thanks again for all the help and advice.
Ken
2006-07-16 06:44:18 · update #1
Dewalt puts out the best sliding compound 12" mitre saw.
Dual bevel simply means that the blade/motor can cut from the left or right, while the blade is beveled.(very handy)
Break out the piggy bank,this saw runs about $650-$700
Good Luck
Have fun w/ your new saw!
2006-07-15 23:30:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A mitre saw cuts wood at a precise angle, say 45 degrees, by changing the angle of the saw to the wood, but the blade is still vertical to the wood.
A compound or dual bevel saw cuts two angles at once. It will cut the 45 degree angle plus another angle by twisting the saw so the blade is not vertical. but say 30 degrees for example.
The sliding means that you can pull and push the saw while it is set to the angles you want which allows you to cut wider pieces of wood.
2006-07-15 15:19:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since you have your explanations of what it does, I would suggest a DeWalt 12" compound Miter Saw...
Been using this one I have for over 15 years now, and its the best thing (besides sliced bread), for woodworking.
If your going to be building homes, then get the slider one, as it can act like a Radial Arm Saw.
But a 12 inch can do a whole lot more cutting, through a 4X4, then a 10" saw, (it has to be cut one way, then turned over to be cut the rest of the way through, with a 10" compound Miter Saw).
I wish you well..
Jesse
2006-07-16 04:01:43 · answer #3 · answered by x 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ditto on your explanations of dual bevel and compound. A 12" should be sufficient. Stay away from Craftsman. The are not the tool they once was. I like DeWalt or Hitachi.
2006-07-15 16:38:13 · answer #4 · answered by r0cky74 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To answer your question, in as simple terms as possible the dual bevel feature simply means that the saw motor and blade can angle side to side on the vertical plane. When you combine that with the angles on the horizontal plane you can achieve a compound angle ( it angles on two diferent planes). hopefully this helps.
2006-07-15 15:15:56 · answer #5 · answered by GKFTAF 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A 10 " sliding miter saw would be needed if the crown molding is too wide for the regular miter saw to cut.Measure the molding so you can check the depth of the miter cut on the one you want to buy.
2016-03-16 00:21:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definition- Wonderful!!
2006-07-15 19:46:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont make my mistake... get the 15 inch not the 12... you'll appreciate this when you need to cut proper mitres on 4" crown or to cut a bunch of 2x6's or 4x4's.
2006-07-15 15:28:45 · answer #8 · answered by miss angel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋