7-1 4 in Lightweight Circular Saw

Our favorites below range from budget-friendly models, to pro-duty tools that a contractor could use to frame a house. I like that there’s a hanging-hook on the base of the handle, so you can hang it from a ladder or a tool belt temporarily between cuts. You wouldn’t carry this around on your belt all day, but since you can use it with one hand it’s helpful to be able to hang it and keep it near by wherever you are. Get more power with the DeWalt 20V Max brushless tools with FlexVolt Advantage tool technology. The 7-1/4″ circular saw has up to 77% more power when paired with a DCB606 FlexVolt battery vs a DCB205 20V Max battery. Battery and charger are sold separately.

If you’re thinking of going cordless but you want pro performance, this is the one to get. Using a DCB205 battery, we can cut up to 369 linear feet of 3/4″ OSB. Battery and charger sold separately. Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20 volt. We’re confident of the quality of our products, and we’ll repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship within the specified warranty. The new range of DEWALT 20V MAX XR tools with POWER DETECT tool technology maximize performance when used with high-capacity XR batteries. Using the 20V MAX 8Ah battery, the DCS574 Circular Saw will output up to 54% more power and get 60% more runtime than the standard XR Circular Saw. The new range of DEWALT 20V MAX XR tools with POWER DETECT Tool Technology maximizes performance when used with high capacity XR batteries.

When paired with the versatility of the FLEXVOLT line of tools, this is a fantastic addition to your tool arsenal. As a right-handed person, this is the preferred configuration for any saw for me. You can find saws in both a right or a left configuration so if you’re left-handed or prefer a different configuration, you may want to consider what options are available to you.

Some irregular shaped or oversized items may include a special handling charge. The charge will show in the cart during the check-out process on any applicable products. Brushless motors — like those on some DEWALT cordless circular saws — add power while extending the life of the tool. Other features available from many brands include laser guides, dust blowers and electric brakes for added safety. This Kobalt multi-material cutter is the perfect addition to your tool cabinet.

There’s also an auto start/stop ignition for quick one-hand ignition. The applications for this tool are also wide – use it to kill weeds, solder, braze, and dewalt tool bend metal, burn designs onto wood, and more. It’s clear after the first cut that this saw is built for power and speed when using the FLEXVOLT 60v battery.

Shaving a couple of pounds off may equate to finishing the house sooner, which could contribute to your bottom line. With manufacturers working so hard to develop cordless tools, you also may wonder if these are the best dewalt tool fit for you. Homeowner-grade cordless saws have enough power to cut 2 x 3 and 2 x 4 lumber, pine planks, and plywood. We don’t see it as a house framing tool where you need a better combination of lightness and power.

But perhaps a better application for this is cutting form lumber for concrete and making cuts in industrial lumber used to shore up excavations and mines. In those applications, much of the cutting goes on at a central cutting station. Power and durability, not so much mobility, rule the day in those applications. And if you need those two features, this Milwaukee delivers. We didn’t pamper it, cutting Douglas fir framing lumber and red oak. Everything about the saw is excellent, from its workmanship to its reliable cordless power to the accuracy of its cut.

dewalt circular saw

The soft carrying bag allows convenience when transporting the saw, and protection when storing it between uses. Circular saws are commonly used in woodworking projects, such as cutting boards or planks to the desired size. They’re also employed in construction sites to make precise cuts on various materials like plywood or metal sheets. These saws are also handy for DIY enthusiasts who enjoy building their own furniture or completing home improvement projects. With their sharp blades and adjustable settings, skill saws make it easy to create straight and accurate cuts.