Cordless Circular Saw

Tips to Choosing the Right Circular Saw for your Home Improvement Projects

Home improvement projects are extremely fun to get started but one of the most important tools that you will need to have in your arsenal is a circular saw. These are simply a must have as they are versatile tools designed to cut wood with a large blade. Choosing from the many different types available can be rather overwhelming so the following are tips to helping you choose the right cordless circular saws.

To help reduce body fatigue, you should look for a saw that weighs less than 10 pounds as these will be much easier to operate after extensive usage. If you intend to be making beveled cuts, then the saw you purchase should easily be able to do extreme angles. This will ensure that you can get the right job done without having to purchase another saw.

Magnesium frames are highly recommended as this adds to the durability of the overall tool while making it easy to operate. An important safety feature to have is electric brakes as these will immediately stop the blade from running after the trigger is released. This is beneficial for many reasons and can help to drastically reduce the chances of serious injuries.

For corded saws, you should stick with the one that has a blade capacity of 7 1/4 inch as this is perhaps the most popular type. Blades that are tipped with carbide or diamond are also commonly found in this size should you need to cut through metal, concrete or even plastic. There are many other features to consider so be sure to go to a local tool store until you find the saw that is right for your needs.

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DEWALT DW9152 6-1/2-in 36T Cordless Circular Saw Blade $29.99 6-1/2-in 36T Cordless Circular Saw Blade - DW9152

DEWALT DW9053 5-3/8-in 80T Cordless Circular Saw Blade $7.99 5-3/8-in 80T Cordless Circular Saw Blade - DW9053

DEWALT DW9054 5-3/8-in 24T Cordless Circular Saw Blade $10.99 5-3/8-in 24T Cordless Circular Saw Blade - DW9054

DEWALT DW9153 6-1/2-in 90T Cordless Circular Saw Blade $11.99 6-1/2-in 90T Cordless Circular Saw Blade - DW9153

DEWALT DW9154 6-1/2-in 24T Cordless Circular Saw Blade $19.99 6-1/2-in 24T Cordless Circular Saw Blade - DW9154

DEWALT DW9155 6-1/2-in 18T Cordless Circular Saw Blade $17.99 6-1/2-in 18T Cordless Circular Saw Blade - DW9155

DEWALT DW9052 5-3/8-in 30T Cordless Circular Saw Blade $12.99 5-3/8-in 30T Cordless Circular Saw Blade - DW9052

Bosch CBCL518A 5-3/8-in 18 Tooth Cordless Series Circular Saw Blade $9.99 5-3/8-in 18-Tooth Cordless Circular Saw Blade - CBCL518A

Bosch CBCL618A 6-1/2-in 18 Tooth Cordless Series Circular Saw Blades $17.99 6-1/2-in 18-Tooth Cordless Circular Saw Blade - CBCL618A

Bosch CBCL624A 6-1/2-in 24 Tooth Cordless Series Circular Saw Blades $20.99 6-1/2-in 24-Tooth Cordless Circular Saw Blade - CBCL624A

Milwaukee 2630-20 18V Cordless M18 6-1/2-in Circular Saw (Tool Only) $119 18V Cordless M18 6 1/2-in Circular Saw (Tool Only) - 2630-20

Hitachi C18DL 18V Cordless Circular Saw Kit $269.99 18V Cordless Circular Saw Kit - C18DL. (2) 18V 3.0 Ah HXP Lithium-Ion Batteries - 326241. 6-1/2-in 24 Tooth Carbide Tipped Saw Blade - 725205. Quick Charger - UC18YRL. Rip Guide - 302756. 10mm Box Wrench - 940543. Carrying Case - 324579

Bosch 1664B 18V Cordless 6-1/2-in Circular Saw (Tool Only) $159.99 18 Volt Cordless 6-1/2" Circular Saw - 1664B. Tool Only - Battery (BAT181) & Charger (BC004) Sold Separately

DEWALT DW9058 5-3/8-in Cordless Circular Saw Blade Combo Pack (2 pk) $25.99 5-3/8-in Cordless Circular Saw Blade Combo Pack (2 pk) - DW9058. 5-3/8-in 30T Cordless Circular Saw Blade - DW9052. 5-3/8-in 16T Cordless Circular Saw Blade - DW9055

DEWALT DC390K 18V Cordless XRP 6-1/2-in Circular Saw Kit $199.99 18V Cordless XRP 6-1/2" Circular Saw Kit - DC390K. 18 Volt Cordless XRP Battery. 1-Hour Charger. 16-Tooth Carbide Saw Blade. Blade Wrench. Rip Fence. Kit Box

Bosch CCS180B 18V Cordless Lithium-Ion 6-1/2-in Circular Saw (Tool Only) $149.99 18V Cordless Lithium-Ion 6-1/2" Circular Saw (Tool Only) - CCS180B

Factory Reconditioned Milwaukee 2630-82 18V Cordless M18 6-1/2-in Circular Saw $249.99 18V Cordless M18 6 1/2-in Circular Saw - 2630-82. (2) 18V M18 XC Lithium-Ion Batteries (48-11-1828). 1-Hour Charger. Contractor Bag

Milwaukee 2630-22 18V Cordless M18 6-1/2-in Circular Saw $349 18V Cordless M18 6 1/2-in Circular Saw - 2630-22. (2) 18V M18 XC Lithium-Ion Batteries (48-11-1828). 1-Hour Charger. Contractor Bag

Factory Reconditioned Bosch 1662K-24-RT 18V Cordless 6-1/2-in Circular Saw Kit $159.99 18 Volt Cordless 6-1/2" Circular Saw Kit - 1662K-24-RT. 18 Volt Cordless 2.4 Ah Battery - BAT026. 9.6-24 Volt 1-Hour Charger - BC004. Carrying Bag - 2610914300

Factory Reconditioned Skil 2860-10-RT 18V Cordless 3/8-in Drill Driver and Circular Saw Combo Kit $49.99 18V Cordless 3/8-in Drill/Driver. 18V Cordless 5-3/8-in Circular Saw. Battery. Charger

Makita SH01W 12V Max Cordless Lithium-Ion 3-3/8-in Circular Saw $119 12V Max Cordless Lithium-Ion 3-3/8-in Circular Saw - SH01W. (2) 12V Max Lithium-Ion Batteries - BL1014. Battery Charger - DC10WB. 3-3/8-in Carbide Tipped Blade - A-95021

Bosch CCS180K 18V Cordless Lithium-Ion 6-1/2-in Circular Saw $289.99 18V Cordless Lithium-Ion 6-1/2" Circular Saw - CCS180K. 18 Volt FatPack Battery - BAT618. 30-Minute Lithium-Ion Battery Charger - BC630. 6-1/2" Blade. Allen Key

Factory Reconditioned Bosch 1660K-24-RT 24V Cordless 6-1/2-in Circular Saw Kit $169.99 24 Volt Cordless 6-1/2" Circular Saw Kit - 1660K-24-RT. 24 Volt Cordless 2.4 Ah Battery - BAT031. 9.6-24 Volt 1-Hour Charger - BC004. Rip Fence - 2 610 347 119. Carrying Bag - 2 610 914 300

Bosch 1671K 36V Cordless Lithium-Ion 6-1/2-in Circular Saw $359.99 36 Volt Cordless Lithium-Ion 6-1/2" Circular Saw - 1671K. (1) 18-Tooth Carbide Blade - 2-610-997-480. (1) 36 Volt Cordless Lithium-Ion FatPack Battery - BAT836. 36 Volt Lithium-Ion 1-Hour Charger - BC830. Carrying Case

Factory Reconditioned Bosch 1661K-RT 14.4V Cordless 5-3/8-in Circular Saw Kit $159.99 14.4 Volt Cordless 5-3/8" Circular Saw Kit - 1661K-RT. 14.4 Volt Cordless 2.0 Ah Battery - BAT040. 7.2-14.4 Volt 1-Hour Charger - BC005. Rip Fence - 2 610 347 119. Carrying Bag - 2 610 914 300

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