A mitre saw is a professional tool that can be incredibly useful for DIY enthusiasts. With a mitre saw, you can quickly and precisely carry out various cutting tasks in wood, plastic, and metal.
How Does a Mitre Saw Work?
A mitre saw consists of two parts: a platform and a saw. Unlike a table saw, where the blade is mounted on the table, in a mitre saw, the blade is located above the platform. Pulling the handle down allows you to cut through the material. A mitre saw is particularly used for precision tasks. It is the tool of choice for cutting slats, beams, and narrower boards accurately and quickly. The ability to make bevel cuts also makes a mitre saw ideal for cutting skirting boards, among others. However, it is less suitable for cutting large sheets.
What to Look for When Choosing a Mitre Saw?
Mitre saws come in various designs with differing specifications. Some considerations when purchasing:
- The higher the motor’s power, the more powerful the machine – making it more suitable for professional and frequent use.
- A mitre saw can only fit one blade size, so consider the diameter. Choose a saw that can cut deep enough for all your tasks.
- There are mitre saws with a bevel function and ones with a sliding function. A mitre saw with a bevel function only moves in a vertical direction. A sliding mitre saw can also move horizontally, allowing you to cut wider boards.
- A mitre saw equipped with a laser is definitely recommended. The laser line appears on the area to be cut and precisely indicates where the blade will cut, making it very easy to work accurately.
Metabo KS 216 M Lasercut Mitre Saw
The Metabo KS 216 M is a compact lightweight chop and mitre saw, equipped with a laser for precise cutting. Extendable table extensions support extremely long workpieces. The maximum cutting width at mitres of 90°/45° is 120 / 80 mm respectively, and the maximum cutting depth is 60 / 45 mm. With a robust construction made of die-cast aluminium and a power of 1350 Watts, this professional entry-level model is suitable for heavy-duty work. Included accessories are a tool for changing the saw blade and a chip collection bag.
DeWalt DWS777 216MM Chop and Mitre Saw
The DeWalt DWS777 is a telescopic mitre saw equipped with an 1800 Watt motor for excellent cutting performance in all materials. The XPS laser line system ensures a guaranteed accurate cutting line, and the integrated dust extraction makes cutting dust-free. Pre-set fixed mitre angles of 15°, 22.5°, 30°, 45°, and 90° with a quick lock mechanism up to 50° enhance ease of use, and internal guide rails offer a large cutting capacity and easy transport. This saw easily meets all the demands professional users have for a mitre saw.
Festool KSC 60 EB-BASIC Cordless Chop and Mitre Saw
A top-range saw is the Festool KSC 60 EB-BASIC. This cordless saw delivers extremely precise mitre cuts with unlimited application possibilities through mitre angles up to 60 degrees and bevel angles up to 47 degrees on both sides. The brushless EC-TEC motor, combined with the dual battery system, results in ample endurance for a full day’s work. Thoughtful details such as speed adjustment, blades for every material, swivel hook, ergonomic stand, and dust collection bag make working with this machine simple, ergonomic, and healthy. With a cutting depth – depending on the mitre angle – of up to 305 mm, it’s suitable for precisely cutting boards and panels up to 305 x 60 mm and for chopping skirting boards, profiles, and solid wood up to 60 mm thick. The Festool KSC 60 EB-BASIC is a popular choice among professionals and a solid option for the most demanding DIY enthusiasts.
