Today, we’re taking a close look at a Makita circular saw. Not just any saw, and not a typical 7-1/4″. We’re moving up to bigger and badder with the 5402NA 16-5/16″ circular saw.
What strikes you first is that this thing is huge. Compared to a normal 7-1/4″ circular saw, the blade has 4 times the surface area. It’s huge to hold on to, although it only weighs 28.7 pounds. With that size, it seems like it should be really loud. Suprisingly, it isn’t. The huge depth control lever makes for incredibly secure adjustments.
But with an 1800 watt maximum output motor and a nearly 29 pound saw, what type of stuff would you be cutting?
For starters, timbers and beams are suggested. At 90°, it can cut 6-1/4″ deep - that’s perfect for a 4×4″, 4×6″ or a 6×6″ beam. It can cut a 4×4 or 4×6 at 45°, too.
This saw is also recommended for demolition work, such as after fire or flood damage.
The 32 tooth carbide tipped blade that is included is too rough for finish work, but this isn’t a finish saw by any stretch of the imagination. You’ll be happy to find that the rip fence is also included in the box.
As always, Makita includes a 1 year warranty and ToolPartsDirect.com has the replacement parts to keep it running after the warranty is up. The Makita 5402NA is available today at ToolBarn.com.
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