Makita 5008MGA — 8-1/4" Magnesium Circular Saw, with Electric Brake
Makita 5008MGA — 8-1/4" Magnesium Circular Saw, with Electric Brake
The Makita 8-1/4” Magnesium Circular Saw with Electric Brake features highly durable magnesium components and a powerful 15 AMP Makita-built industrial motor, powerful enough to cut through the densest lumber. The 5008MGA balances weight, power, durability, and ease of use with a 3” maximum cutting capacity, making it perfect for framers, roofers, as well as general contractors who require a best-in-class engineered circular saw.
Key Features
- Magnesium components create a lightweight saw (11.4 lbs.) that is well balanced and job site tough
- Large cutting capacity (3" at 90°) and bevel capacity (0°-50°) with positive stops at 22.5° and 45°
- Two built-in L.E.D. lights illuminate the line of cut for increased accuracy
- Electric brake for maximum productivity
- Powerful 15.0 AMP motor delivers 5,200 RPM for proven performance
- Make quick, one-handed adjustments using large, rubberized levers
- Built-in dust blower clears the line of cut for greater accuracy
- Better fit with comfortable rubber grip on handle
- Settings are easy to read with oversized number and ruler markings
- Blade wrench is attached to saw for fast and convenient blade changing
- Reinforced power cord withstands jobsite abuse and lowers repair costs
Technical Specifications
| Blade Diameter | 8-1/4" |
|---|---|
| Arbor | 5/8" |
| Max. Cutting Capacity (at 90°) | 3" |
| Max. Cutting Capacity (at 45°) | 2-1/4" |
| Max. Cutting Capacity (at 50°) | 2" |
| No Load Speed | 5,200 RPM |
| Watts Out | 2,300 |
| AMPS | 15 |
| Overall Length | 13-1/8" |
| Net Weight | 11.4 lbs. |
| Shipping Weight | 15.21 lbs. |
| Power Type | Corded |
| Packaged Height (in) | 13.58" |
| Packaged Depth (in) | 12.6" |
| Packaged Width (in) | 18.11" |
Included Accessories
- 8-1/4" 24T Carbide-Tipped Saw Blade, Framing (D-21521)
- Hex Wrench (783204-6)
- Rip Fence (164095-8)
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