Has anyone used this saw to build cabinets? How accurate did you find it?
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In my opinion it is as accurate as the person using it. If you need perfect cuts then you should probably use this one for rough cuts and a table saw for precision. If you are making plywood cabinets for the garage this one probably will work well enough as long as the operator uses care. It can make pretty accurate cuts using a clamp down fence which is also available on
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i bought mine because i needed matched saws to do opposing mitre cuts on long rafters without flipping the material. I have found that the neck of the saw where it pivots for angle is somewhat weak. if you push too hard while cutting it will flex and change your angle causing the saw to bind
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In my opinion it is as accurate as the person using it. If you need perfect cuts then you should probably use this one for rough cuts and a table saw for precision. If you are making plywood cabinets for the garage this one probably will work well enough as long as the operator uses care. It can make pretty accurate cuts using a clamp down fence which is also available on http://amazon.com. Kreg KMA2675 Kreg Rip-Cut and/or E. Emerson Tool Co. C50 50-Inch All-In-One Contractor Straight Edge Clamping Tool Guide
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This is a very high quality and user friendly saw. However, the accuracy of this type of saw is much more dependent on the skill of the user than on the design/quality of the saw. If you are right handed this is the saw to buy as you can more accurately follow the cutting line, because the blade is on the left and is easily seen (if properly illuminated). That having been said, if you intend to build cabinets, get a table saw with a good fence.
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I personally used this saw for cutting large tree branches, 2 x 4's, pallets etc. It isn't real fast, so it's not for someone who's a serious builder. It's for little jobs around the house that you would use a hand saw for. It is better than using a hand saw for me, because it does the work.
2236677
I wish i could help you but the outfeed worked on my saw just fine. I ended up building an outfeed table for it since this being a bolt on addition as opposed to part of the saw was just not as sturdy as it should have been.
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Yes. I have it mounted on a Contractor Saw (not a cabinet saw) and it works fine. However, you will have to brace the end of the table extension (with a 2x4 or whatever) since it will want to tip due to the extra weight to the right side. You will LOVE the micro adjust feature. It allows you to shave the thickness of a piece of paper from a piece for a perfect match. :-D
264733
A Jig Saw is not accurate enough for the joinery needed to make a door. You need a table saw, or at least a miter saw.Whatever a Jig Saw supposedly has in versatility, it more than makes up for it with an enormous lack of accuracy.
2111907
I was told the other day while purchasing a Porter Cable saw at Lowes that I should avoid the Dewalt due to paying extra for the name, not sure if this to be true or not. I purchased a Steel City planer and so far so good, the head is what sold me, I used a knife machine but prefer the helical head.
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If you're able to set up a jig for stability and accuracy - I think I would give it a try. It really puts a circular saw to the test though. Safety first!
552835
I use my saw to build furniture . It is a fine tool , great finish , smooth , no chatter . I replaced another saw with the Makita . The old saw was a Delta , a good saw , but used it for years , building decks and misc things , it was worn out . I love the Makita .
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I mainly use my rail saw for cutting plywood. It is far superior for that. You can, with a little ingenuity, perform most table saw functions with it. No dado work. Narrow and short rip cuts are more difficult. Taper cuts are real easy. If I was short on space, it would be a great choice.
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This has been a great saw I think this is good for most wood and really more depends on the actual blade you use I have used it on 3" inch thick counter tops, cutting tile, concrete, think ply wood, kitchen cabinets So it really depends on the blade you use as there is a blade for different materials But the actual saw itself is excellent and does a great job - even the laser light helps with lines Highly recommended!
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Well it do sent matter if the tablesaw is level because the saw blade angle is set relative to the table. This works really well. I was able to set the angles to cut crown molding flat which involves some precise angle alignment. Just set the base setting on the table then stick it to the blade and adjust it to the right angle
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Very accurate and stable if you take the time to set the saw up as per the instructions. Don't force the tile and let the saw do its work. I am sure you will be as happy with the saw as I am. I have cut over 40 tiles with no problem at all. Hope this helps. Bob
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This has been a great sawI think this is good for most wood and really more depends on the actual blade you use I have used it on 3" inch thick counter tops, cutting tile, concrete, think ply wood, kitchen cabinets So it really depends on the blade you use as there is a blade for different materials But the actual saw itself is excellent and does a great job - even the laser light helps with lines Highly recommended!
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I don't have any idea why the poor reviews on the HD site. I really like mine. I've used it to break down cabinet grade ply wood. I got as good an edge as I would have on my table saw. I've used it to get a true edge on some 5/4 rough heart pine. it cut beautifully. I see a number of the HD reviews are complaining about the track. It seems like several of the reviewers did not realize there are some adjustments to make sure that the saw is tight in the track. As far as shipping, mine shipped from Amazon and it was well packaged. No problem with the track. I don't have experience with other track saws, but I can't imagine them being significantly better than my Makita.
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Jack: I have my table saw mounted on a Hi-Lo folding stand (Porter Cable stand, I think). I made a base for the Steel City planer out of 3/4" plywood and put two 3/4" runners under it which exactly match the miter slots in the table saw top. I then just place the planer on top of the saw (in it's low position) and the runners and weight of the planer hold it very stable. I like this combo, since I'm able to remove and stow it when not in use (I have s small shop!). I saw the other comment and it appears mine was not the first to be used this way! I run 6' and 8' boards through without issue. Bill Jack: I have my table saw mounted on a Hi-Lo folding stand (Porter Cable stand, I think). I made a base for the Steel City planer out of 3/4" plywood and put two 3/4" runners under it which exactly match the miter slots in the table saw top. I then just place the planer on top of the saw (in it's low position) and the runners and weight of the planer hold it very stable. I like this combo, since I'm able to remove and stow it when not in use (I have s small shop!). I saw the other comment and it appears mine was not the first to be used this way! I run 6' and 8' boards through... » Read More Jack: I have my table saw mounted on a Hi-Lo folding stand (Porter Cable stand, I think). I made a base for the Steel City planer out of 3/4" plywood and put two 3/4" runners under it which exactly match the miter slots in the table saw top. I then just place the planer on top of the saw (in it's low position) and the runners and weight of the planer hold it very stable. I like this combo, since I'm able to remove and stow it when not in use (I have s small shop!). I saw the other comment and it appears mine was not the first to be used this way! I run 6' and 8' boards through without issue. Bill « Show Less
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I was able to achieve fairly accurate cuts. I constructed a built in bookcase with drawers with this unit. The fence needed to be calibrated out of the box. I will NOT align exactly parallel to the blade or measurement sliding it to position. I have to tap it with my hand (light tap while lever is engaged) and confirm measurement to the blade tooth (This is not very hard to do).
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That is somewhat of a wide open question. The saw seems well made. I've only had mine a few weeks and used it a few times. The cuts I've made were through 2 3/8 pipe and have been accurate and quite smooth. As I've used a Makita abrasive saw for years I would expect this one to hold up as well. I will continue to use the abrasive saw for less accurate straight cuts and reserve the new saw for miter cuts or where accuracy is paramount.