Makita DHS680Z Review

The Makita DHS680Z Circular Saw is a powerful, well designed and high capacity tool which is built with classic Makita quality. It has a blade diameter of 165mm and has a maximum cutting capacity of 57mm at 0 degrees, 41mm at 45 degrees, and 37mm at 50 degrees. We like its automatic speed controller which adjusts the speed of the blade based on its current load.

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The Makita DHS680Z Circular Saw is a cordless tool. It takes an 18V lithium-ion battery which is sold separately along with a charger. Make sure to check beforehand whether you have a compatible battery from another Makita tool, as you can save money from not buying one unnecessarily. We also like the tool's dust extraction port which can be connected up to a vacuum cleaner for direct dust extraction. Useful twin LED lights illuminate the tool's cutting path.

About Makita

Makita are a brand of power tools, garden machinery, etc. Their product range includes angle grinders, rotary hammers, rotary drills, impact drivers, impact wrenches, staplers, nailers, routers, trimmers, sanders, planers, and more. Makita have a reputation for well designed and durable products.

Specification

The features are as follows:

• Performance - The Makita DHS680Z Circular Saw has a blade diameter of 165mm. It has a maximum cutting capacity of 57mm at 0 degrees, 41mm at 45 degrees, and 37mm at 50 degrees.
• Power - The saw takes an 18V lithium-ion battery which is sold separately (along with a charger). Note that you may already have a compatible battery if you've bought Makita tools in the past. It has a long-lasting 680W brushless motor. Cordless tools are advantageous as they tend to offer a high level of manoeuvrability.
• Automatic Speed Control - The tool automatically changes its cutting speed based on the blade load.
• Design - The Makita DHS680Z Circular Saw has large rubberised levers which let you adjust the depth and bevel quickly. It also has a large lock-off lever. Both can be easily used with gloves.
• Dust - A blower function clears wood dust from along the line of the cut. A rear dust port and attachable dust nozzle let you easily connect the tool up to a vacuum cleaner.
• LED Light - The tool has twin LED job lights, letting you see more easily.
• Electric Brake - An electric brake stops the blade quickly for safety.
• Accessories - Included with the Makita DHS680Z Circular Saw is a TCT saw blade, a dust nozzle, a hex wrench, and a rip fence (guide rule).

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Summary

In summary, the Makita DHS680Z Circular Saw is a powerful, adjustable and high capacity tool which achieves straight cuts with ease. We particularly like how it automatically adjusts its blade speed based on the load. We also like its dust extraction port, its twin LED lights, and its cordless design. We rate the Makita DHS680Z Circular Saw 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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