The DeWalt DCS565B is a 6-1/2 in. brushless cordless circular saw that runs on DeWalt's 20V MAX and FLEXVOLT batteries. It spins at 4,950 rpm, cuts 2-1/8 in. deep at 90°, bevels to 50° with a tool-free lever, and adds an electric brake, LED, rafter hook and optional dust chute. It is a compact framing and trim saw for people already in the DeWalt battery system; against 7-1/4 in. cordless saws it trades depth of cut for lighter weight and one-handed handling. Owners like the size and power but some report bevel and base alignment issues and short runtime on compact batteries.
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Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 46 ratings. Owners praise the light, compact body, the power of the brushless motor and the easy bevel lever, while a minority report out-of-square bases and short runtime on small batteries.
The DeWalt DCS565B is a 20V MAX brushless cordless circular saw with a 6-1/2 in. blade. Its brushless motor delivers 4,950 rpm for fast, accurate, consistent cutting in a variety of materials. The design is lightweight and compact for easy handling.
Depth and bevel adjustments are tool-free. The bevel lever sets angles from 0 to 50°, and maximum depth of cut is 2-1/8 in. at 90°. An electric brake quickly stops the blade after the trigger is released, and a bright LED lights the cut line.
A built-in rafter hook lets you store the saw on the jobsite. An optional dust chute helps cut down on dust and works with the DeWalt AirLock system or a standard 35 mm dust extractor. This is the bare tool. The battery and charger are sold separately.
