12"" Metal Cutting Saw

From the Manufacturer This Metal Cutting Saw is fantastic for cutting light pipe, angle iron, tubing, conduit and channels. Its D-shape handle means easy gripping. Economical and long lasting carbide tipped blades cut through material fast. No more accidental starts thanks to this clever tools handy lock-off button. The guide plate on this saw adjusts 0 - 45 degrees for bevel cutting and sports a quick release vise for secure stock retention and fast repetitious cut-offs. The socket wrench is stored on the base for easy access, and a shaft lock system shaves a lot of time off wheel changes. Your purchase includes carbide tipped blade, a socket wrench, and a switch button. FEATURES Cuts four times in light pipe, angle iron, tubing, conduit and channel than abrasive cut-off saws Powerful 15 amp motor D-shape handle for easy gripping Long lasting carbide tipped blade for cost efficient, clean and accurate cutting; virtually burr free Lock-off button prevents accidental starting "Tool-less" guide plate adjusts 0 - 45° for quick and easy miter cutting Quick release vise for secure stock retention and fast repeated cut-offs Socket wrench stores on base for convenient blade changes Shaft lock for easy blade changes with just one wrench Shavings collection tray for easy waste disposal and a cleaner work environment Large cast aluminum base for stability Externally accessible brushes for easy maintenance Maximum cutting depth of 4-1/2" with carbide tipped blade What's in the Box Carbide tipped blade (A-90532) Socket wrench (782210-8) Switch button (411478-6) SPECIFICATIONS Blade diameter: 12" Arbor: 1" Max. cutting capacities: 90° 4-1/2"; 45° 3-1/2" No load speed: 1,300 rpm Amps: (115V) 15.0 Overall length: 20-1/4" Net weight: 41.9 lbs. Product Description POWER : 15 AMP motor delivers 1,700 RPM for the most demanding applications PERFORMANCE : 4X faster cutting in light pipe, angle iron, tubing, conduit and channel than abrasive cut-off saws CONVENIENCE : "Tool-less" guide plate adjusts 0-45° for quick and easy miter cutting COMFORT : D-shape handle for easy gripping with 2 finger trigger and lock-off button INCLUDES : Carbide tipped blade, socket wrench, switch button and safety goggles About Model Makita’s 12-Inch Metal Cutting Saw (model LC1230) delivers power and ease-of-use features for a range of industrial metal-cutting applications. It is ideal for cutting in pipe, angle iron, conduit, and more. 15 AMP Motor Delivers 1,700 RPM The LC1230 is powered by a Makita-built 15 amp motor that delivers 1,700 rpm for improved performance. The quick release "tool-less" guide plate adjusts from 0 degrees to 45 degrees for quick and easy miter cutting. Cutting capacities range from 4-1/2 inches at 90 degrees to 3-1/2 inches at 45 degrees. Ease of Use Features for Improved Performance Ease of use features include a quick release vise for secure material retention and fast repeated cut-offs, a socket wrench that stores on the base for convenient blade changes, and a shavings collection tray for easy waste disposal and a cleaner work environment. The LC1230 has a D-shaped handle with a 2-finger trigger and a lock-off button engineered to prevent accidental start-ups. The saw includes a carbide-tipped blade that lasts 50X longer than abrasive wheels and is engineered to cut clean, accurate and virtually burr-free. Features Carbide-tipped blade lasts 50x longer than abrasive wheels; cuts clean, accurate and virtually burr-free Quick release vise for secure material retention and fast, repeated cut-offs Lock-off button for user convenience Quick release support fence adjusts 0-45° for miter cutting Shaft lock for easy blade changes with just one wrench Powerful 15.0 AMP motor for the most demanding applications 4x faster cutting in light pipe, angle iron, tubing, conduit and channel than abrasive cut-off saws D-shape handle for user comfort Socket wrench stores on base for convenient blade changes Shavings collection tray for easy waste disposal and a cleaner work environment Large cast aluminum base for stability Externally accessible brushes for greater serviceability Maximum cutting depth of 4-1/2" with carbide tipped blade Specs AMPS : 15 Blade Diameter : 12" No Load Speed : 1,700 RPM Max. Cutting Capacity (at 90°) : 4-1/2" Max. Cutting Capacity (at 45°) : 3-1/2" Arbor : 1" No Tool Blade Change : No Overall Length : 20-1/4" Net Weight : 42.5 lbs. Max. Cutting Capacity at 90° (aluminum) : 4-1/2" Max. Cutting Capacity at 90° (mild steel) : 4-1/2" Power Type : Corded Power Tool Product Type : Corded Shipping Weight : 50.1 lbs. UPC Code : 088381-029797