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Makita HS7601J/2 Review

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Read our review of the Makita HS7601J/2 Circular Saw. Ideal for wood, plastic and soft metal. Achieves a maximum cutting depth of 46mm at 45 degrees and 66mm at 90 degrees. Features a powerful 1200W motor, a maximum speed of 5200RPM, a rear angular guide, a rear dust extraction port, and a compact / lightweight design.
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ColoursBlue
Power1200W
SuitabilityWood / Plastic / Metal
Cutting Depth & Angle66mm at 90 Degrees / 46mm at 45 Degrees
AccessoriesCase
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Our Review

The Makita HS7601J/2 Circular Saw is an adjustable, powerful and well designed tool which is ideal for cutting wood, plastic, soft metal, etc. It offers a maximum cutting depth of 46mm at 45 degrees and 66mm at 90 degrees. The tool lets you change the cutting depth with a simple single-action lever. It has a powerful 1200W motor which produces a speed as high as 5200RPM.

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The Makita HS7601J/2 Circular Saw is well designed. It has a rear angular guide which lets you adjust the cutting angle smoothly and precisely. The tool is compatible with Makita dust extractors. It's also compatible with a guide rail which is sold separately. The tool has a compact and lightweight design, as well as a durable aluminium die cast cover.

About Makita

Makita are a brand of power, hand and garden tools. Their range of products includes angle grinders, heat guns, dust management systems, impact drivers, impact wrenches, routers, trimmers, sanders, planers, air compressors, nailers, staplers, jigsaws, circular saws, mitre saws, and more. Makita have a reputation for high quality and durable products.

Specification

The features are as follows:

  • Performance - The Makita HS7601J/2 Circular Saw has an adjustable cutting depth and angle. It has a maximum cutting depth of 46mm at 45 degrees and 66mm at 90 degrees. It has a single-action lever for quick cutting depth adjustment. It takes 190mm blades.
  • Power - The tool has a powerful 1200W motor which delivers a maximum speed of 5200RPM.
  • Rear Angular Guide - A handy rear angular guide lets you adjust the bevel angle precisely and smoothly. A guide ruler helps make more accurate and more straight cuts.
  • Dust Extractor - The Makita HS7601J/2 Circular Saw has a rear dust extraction port which can be connected to Makita dust extractors.
  • Guide Rail - The tool can be used in conjunction with a guide rail (which is sold separately).
  • Design - The tool has a compact and lightweight design. It has flat motor housing for stability when changing blades, and has an aluminium die cast cover for durability and safety.
  • Accessories - The Makita HS7601J/2 Circular Saw is supplied in a case.
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Summary

All in all, the Makita HS7601J/2 Circular Saw is a well designed tool with a powerful 1200W motor which delivers consistent and reliable performance. We particularly like its maximum cutting depth of 46mm at 45 degrees and 66mm at 90 degrees. We also like its rear angular guide, its Makita dust extractor compatibility, and its compact / lightweight design. We rate the Makita HS7601J/2 Circular Saw 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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