How to choose a reliable miter saw and keep within budget

Choosing a miter saw is often confusing for a beginner. Most often, the purchase is based on the allocated budget, which is not always true.

How to choose a tool

The first question you need to ask yourself when choosing a model is what specific work will be done and with what material. This approach will help determine the priority options and make it clear what you can save on when buying.

Important characteristics:

· Power - the main indicator, on which depends not only the processing material, but also the cutting depth, the maximum size of the disc used. For example, household models with a power of up to 1500 W are suitable only for working with platbands and baseboards.

· The speed of rotation of the disk affects the quality of work. A low reading will lead to chipping and roughness. When choosing a model, pay attention to whether the number of revolutions decreases during operation. If you are planning to trim workpieces from different materials, it is better to purchase a tool with an adjustable rotation speed.

· Choice of the angle of inclination. Most often, the models provide a choice of the tilt angle only in the horizontal plane. But for some work, an inclination is also required in the vertical plane (this functionality can be found in professional-grade tools).

Another convenient option is the laser marker (allows you to see the adjustable cut line on the part).

Miter saw Corvette 5R

After studying the assortment in the nearest stores, I chose the Corvette 5P model. It is designed not only for trimming parts made of different types of wood, but also for working with aluminum, plastic and other materials. Can be used for combination sawing. Additional functionality includes the aforementioned laser pointer and a slot for a dust bag. An excellent tool at a low cost.

Which miter saw do you use? What useful functionality was noted in it?