There is a cut guide light. It shines from both sides and creates a well defined shadow of what the saw kerf will be. It's one of the best I've seen because it illuminates both sides of the blade path.
DEWALT 12in. Sliding Compound Miter Saw, 15 Amp Motor, Dual Rails, XPS Cross-Cutting, Model# DWS780

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- Powerful 15 Amp, 3,800 RPM motor
- Dual horizontal steel rails with innovative clamping mechanism and linear ball bearings for accuracy, durability and compactness
- 56-lb. compact design (32 3/4in.L x 191/16in.W x 20in.H) is easy to transport and store
- Integrated XPS cross-cutting provides adjustment-free cut line for accuracy and visibility
- Sliding fences support crown molding up to 7 1/2in. nested and base molding up to 6 3/4in. vertically while sliding out of the way for bevel cuts
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- (1) DEWALT 12 in. Sliding Compound Miter Saw -- Model DWS780, (1) Wrench, (1) Dust bag
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Features + Benefits
- Powerful 15 Amp, 3,800 RPM motor
- Dual horizontal steel rails with innovative clamping mechanism and linear ball bearings for accuracy, durability and compactness
- 56-lb. compact design (32 3/4in.L x 191/16in.W x 20in.H) is easy to transport and store
- Integrated XPS cross-cutting provides adjustment-free cut line for accuracy and visibility
- Sliding fences support crown molding up to 7 1/2in. nested and base molding up to 6 3/4in. vertically while sliding out of the way for bevel cuts
- Oversized bevel scale for easy, accurate adjustments
- Exclusive back fence design cuts 2in. x 16in. lumber at 90° and 4in. x 6in. at 56°
- 10 positive miter stops
- Miters 60° to the right and 50° to the left
- Cam lock miter handle with detent override
- Horizontal dual rail slide system; comes with a vertical material clamp
- Dust collection system captures over 75% of dust generated
- Includes 5/8in. arbor, 12in. blade, fence and electric brake
- 3-year limited warranty
Key Specs
| Attribute | Specification |
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item# | 30722 |
Brand | DEWALT |
Manufacturer's Warranty | 3 year limited warranty |
Ship Weight | 68.0 LB |
Blade Diameter | 12 |
Max. Speed | 3,800 rpm |
Bevel Capability | 49° |
Amps | 15 |
Arbor Size | 5/8 in |
Tool Only | Yes |
Cutting Width | 16 in |
Cutting Height | 6.75 in |
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
Left Miter Capacity | 50 ° |
Right Miter Capacity | 60 ° |
Bevel Capacity | 49 ° |
Electric Brake | Yes |
Spindle Lock | Yes |
Blade Included | Yes |
Laser Guide | No |
Speed (RPM) | 3,800 |
Tool Weight | 56 |
Product Weight | lb |
Dimensions L x W x H (in.) | 32.75 x 19.0625 x 20.0 in |
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· 12 years ago
Is there a cut guide light ?
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Wheeler650· 6 years ago
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Chemdude· 6 years ago
Yes. There is an led that casts a shadow of the blade where the cut will take place
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Bobs330· 9 years ago
Saw does include a blade shadow light, not 100% accurate, but gets you close and then you adjust accordingly to your blade
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WoodyTurner· 12 years ago
Yes, an LED that works very well. (not dim)
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ProductExpert43· 12 years ago
This Dewalt 12" sliding compound saw does have a cut guide light.
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· 2 years ago
Hi there , does it come with POSITIVE stop at several angles ( 90, 45 and the normal crown molding angles ? )
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ProductExpert11· 2 years ago
The miter saw latch override lets you override the common stop angles. The bevel lock knob allows you to bevel the saw 49 degrees left or right. The 0 degree bevel override allows you to bevel the saw to the right past the 0 degree mark. There are two bevel stop override levers, one on each side of the saw. Left or right, past 45 degree. When cutting crown molding laying flat, the saw is equipped to accurately and rapidly set a crown stop, left or right. The saw also has a 22.5 degree bevel pawls left or right. Instructions for the different angles and stops are included in the manual.
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· 3 years ago
I am looking for a machine that works on a power rating of 220volts and 50 hertz . Does this machine have this ?
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ProductExpert6· 3 years ago
This would be a 120 volt, 60 Hz (hertz) miter saw. Northern Tool does not carry a 220 volt in 50 Hz.
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· 4 years ago
What Type # is this saw?
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ProductExpert6· 4 years ago
The most recent Model Type for the DWS780 is type 23.
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· 4 years ago
I have a Dewalt DW780. I need to know if I can install a masonry blade to cut landscape blocks. Thank you, Paul
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ProductExpert6· 4 years ago
The miter saw would not be recommended for use with a masonry blade to cut blocks. It is designed for cutting wood.
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· 4 years ago
Can this saw cut a 5" thick landscape timber?
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ProductExpert31· 4 years ago
This saw has a maximum cutting thickness at the fence of 4.4". It will not be able to cut a 5" timber in a single pass. To do this would require two cuts, one on each side of the timber.
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· 4 years ago
What is the widest board that can be cut with the slide fully extended?
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ProductExpert31· 4 years ago
This can cut boards up to 16 inches wide.
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· 6 years ago
What I s the difference between dws 779 and the dws 780
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ProductExpert11· 5 years ago
The model number DWS780 will come with a work light. The model number DWS779 does not come with a work light.
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· 6 years ago
does this saw have double bevel
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ProductExpert11· 6 years ago
The model number DWS780 is a 12" double bevel sliding compound miter saw.
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· 12 years ago
Is saw made in U.S.A.?
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ProductExpert6· 11 years ago
This compound miter saw by Dewalt is made in Mexico.
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32.75 x 19.0625 x 20.0 in
42.0 x 17.0 x 26.0 in
60.0 x 30.0 x 60.0 in
34.5 x 27.5 x 27.0 in
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