The Makita LC1230 is a corded 12-inch chop saw built for cutting metal with a carbide-tipped blade instead of an abrasive wheel. Its 15 amp motor spins at 1,700 rpm, and Makita rates it up to 4X faster than abrasive cut-off saws in pipe, angle iron, tubing, conduit and channel. A tool-less guide plate miters from 0 to 45 degrees, with capacity of 4-1/2 inches at 90 degrees and 3-1/2 inches at 45. It suits fabricators, electricians and shop users who cut metal regularly and want cleaner, burr-free cuts than an abrasive saw gives, at the cost of a heavier saw and a blade that must be handled with care.
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Owners of the LC1230 generally praise its clean, fast cuts on pipe, conduit and angle iron and the convenience of the tool-less miter adjustment. Complaints center on its weight and on blade care, since a carbide blade is less forgiving than an abrasive wheel.
The Makita LC1230 is a corded 12-inch metal cutting saw for cutting pipe, angle iron, tubing, conduit and channel. It has a Makita-built 15 amp motor that delivers 1,700 rpm. It cuts light pipe, angle iron, tubing, conduit and channel 4X faster than abrasive cut-off saws.
The saw includes a carbide-tipped blade that lasts 50X longer than abrasive wheels. The blade is made to cut clean, accurate and virtually burr-free. A tool-less guide plate adjusts from 0 to 45 degrees for miter cuts. A quick release vise holds material securely and speeds up repeated cut-offs.
The D-shaped handle has a 2-finger trigger and a lock-off button to help prevent accidental start-ups. A socket wrench stores on the base for blade changes, and a shaft lock makes wheel changes easier. A shavings collection tray catches waste and helps keep the work area cleaner.
