| Hitachi C10FCH2 10-Inch Miter Saw with Laser |  | Brand: Hitachi
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $324.99
Buy New: $147.70
as of 7/30/2010 22:22 CDT details
New (14) Used (1) Refurbished (2) from $104.99
Rating:  20 reviews
Sales Rank: 2,405
Media: Tools & Hardware
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 37
Dimensions (in): 18 x 20 x 22
MPN: C10FHC2
Model: C10FCH2
UPC: 717709011441
EAN: 0717709011441
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Laser Marker | | • | Large Pivoting Fence | | • | External Access Carbon Brush | | • | Large table for material support | | • | Weighs only 26.5-pounds |
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Amazon.com Product Description
The Hitachi C10FCH2 10-Inch Compound Miter Saw with Laser Marker provides smooth, accurate miters and crosscuts in a variety of workpieces, including wood, plywood, decorative panels, soft fiberboard, hard board, and aluminum sashes. Its flexible miter angles and compound cutting capability provide versatility on the job. An ideal tool for trim carpenters, framers, and woodworkers who demand precision and reliability, the C10FCH2 features Hitachi's exclusive Laser Marker System for exact alignment and predictable blade location.
C10FCH2 Compound Miter Saw
Tool Specifications |
| | Blade Diameter | 10" | | Amps | 15 | | No-Load Speed | 5,000 | | Miter Angle Range | 0°-52° L & R | | Bevel Angle Range | 0°-45° Left | | Weight | 26.5 lbs |
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Positive miter stops let you select preset points at specific angles. View larger. | 
Adjust the bevel up to 45 degrees to the left for precision cuts. View larger. | 
Dust collector keeps saw's interior components dirt-free. |
Compound Feature for Precise Miters and Bevels
Hitachi designed the C10FCH2 for versatile, easy use. The thumb-actuated positive miter stops allow for simple miter adjustments between zero and 52 degrees. This design allows you to easily change the angle of the cutting blade for creating miters in crown molding and other trim pieces. And with a bevel range of 45 degrees to the left, the Hitachi C10FCH2 provides gorgeous bevels on the first try.The 10-1/2-inch TCT saw blade (included) makes easy work of delicate trim and other woodwork, and the large extended flip fence raises to four inches to allow for accurate cutting of large workpieces up to 2-5/16 inches high and 5-21/32 inches deep. Laser Marker Technology for Perfect Cuts Everytime
Hitachi equipped the C10FCH2 with its exclusive Laser Marker System, which can be activated before the blade is in motion for exact alignment and predictable blade placement. Simply line up the laser with your mark on the workpiece, and the saw blade will make an exact cut along the laser guide. As long as your measurements are right, your cuts will be, too! Chock-Full of User-Friendly Features
The C10FCH2 has plenty of features to help you make the perfect cut the first time. To start, a 15-amp motor generates a no-load speed of up to 5,000 RPM for making crosscuts and miters with ease, even on the toughest cutting jobs. For ease of use, a comfortable horizontal handle with a vibration-reducing elastomer grip keeps you in control at all times, a large table provides a stable guide and sturdy support, and a built-in clamping system holds your workpiece in place. The C10FCH2 also includes a dust collector that minimizes accumulation of dust and particles in your both your workspace and the saw's interior components, keeping your jobsite clean and prolonging the life of the tool. An added bonus, easily accessible carbon brushes will help your saw perform for the long term. Weighing just 26.5 pounds, the C10FCH2 is the lightest tool in its class, making it the most portable 10-inch compound miter saw with laser marker on the market. Durably built, this tool is backed with an industry-leading five-year warranty. It is compatible with the UU610 Miter Saw Stand from Hitachi. About Hitachi: A Tradition of Innovation
Hitachi Power Tools (Hitachi Koki USA, Ltd.) provides professional-grade power tools for a variety of applications, including woodwork, metalwork, concrete, drilling, cutting, and fastening. Hitachi is a leader in power tool research and development and has achieved many firsts in the power tool industry, including creating the first-ever sliding compound miter saw to combine the capacity of a radial arm saw and the convenience of a miter saw. Today, Hitachi continues the tradition of innovation and engineering with new features in addition to classic quality. What's in the Box
C10FCH2 Compound Miter Saw with Laser Marker System, 10-inch TCT Saw Blade, extended fence, dust bag, vise assembly, box wrench, and hex bar wrench.
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 20
 Excellent quality precision tool July 30, 2010
HMMWV (santa clara, CA USA)
I make picture frames using an electric brad nailer and this miter saw. There is some truth to the negative review - the bolt to unset the 45 degree detent is torqued down more than need be. I used a dewalt metric impact wrench to loosen that bolt, then found that the table had detents at all the normal angles you would want to cut. Once in the detent, finger tightning was all that was required to keep it in place.
I bought the model with the laser which I found to be exceptionally accurate indicating where the finished edge would be and where the kerf would be. The laser is turned on with a covered on/off switch and can stay on while you are stacking your wood and clamping it down with the built in clamp. I've decided that for future frames I will cut 2 pieces of stock on top of each other to make exact length coppies of the top and side frames.
Considering that a laser compound miter saw would have sold for $500 years ago, the sub 150 price today is a bargain.
One nitpick is that it draws 15 amps , which while I have a electrically operated vacuum system, the vacuum motor and the tool must both share the same power line. That is impossible with the 15A saw and 12 A vacuum so I have had to operate the vacuum on a separate circuit and manually turn it on prior to cutting. I prefer this to the dust catcher since it pulls nearly 100% of the dust out of the saw
There is some assembly required upon delivery but calibration has been done at the factory. A swing out fence must be put in place by the owner, as would be the dust collector if used. Even using a single piece of stock I was able to transfer a mark and cut them exactly to size. From there assembly went smooth except for an electric staple gun which could not penetrate soft pine. I returned it and plan to purchase a pneumatic stapler instead since I can dial up the force much easier.
As I mentioned, the fence includes a vice which can be swung close to the blade or opposing the blade. The kerf is narrow and the included blade has carbide tipped teeth making exceptionally smooth cuts.
Having the right tool for the job makes a world of difference - in this case it made a simple matter to construct a frame for an artist's canvas. The 3 dollar increase for the laser is well worth the price over the non-laser model. If your wood is marked prior to inserion, the process is simple. Dial up the angle using the detent and bolt just to hand tight. Line up the laser with the cut line noting where the kerf will be, put the clamp in place, then activate the dust management and make the cut(s). I am very pleased overall with the value and quality in this power tool.
solid product July 4, 2010
M. Junkar (San Francisco, CA USA)
I've got this saw a few months back and used it extensively in my projects. It's very easy to use, works well, makes good precise cuts, laser pointer is especially useful. I like it a lot.
Solid Performer June 29, 2010
Benjamin
DIY looking for a solid miter saw at a decent price. I was very satisfied with my purchase overall. The manual was not helpful in assembling the product, but really didn't need it as most of the parts and pieces are self explanatory. Only real disappoint was with the laser guide. It is hard to see in sunlight and the adjustment for the laser line is anything but precise. If I had to do it all over again, I would have purchased the same saw with out the laser guide, saving the difference in price.
Overall, a solid miter saw except for the laser guide.
 Never got to cut anything June 8, 2010
Roger Heath
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Bought this to get better mobility than with my 12" Porter Cable - heavy. Have a 10" Black and Decker but it seems to be on indefinite loan to my son.
In trying to lift the saw out of the packing box the plastic operating handle separated from the plastic motor housing assembly. Easy to see why. Four self tapping screws into four plastic posts (the screws held but the posts sheared), the screws not even penetrating into the body of the housing. The plastic: low density polyethylene, should be high density at the very least. Am going for a refund and look at other manufacturers: perhaps Porter Cable and Black and Decker.
Great Portable, Accurate Miter Saw for the Money June 4, 2010
B. Green (SoCal)
Got this saw awhile ago, and just used it for the first time. I built a set of redwood planter boxes, and did some molding install.
I love this saw. Lightweight and easy to set up and adjust. Easy to take to your jobsite. Just needs a portable table to set it on and you are good to go. Some people complain you need a Hitachi table to mount this on. No you don't. There are lots of options. You just have to plan for it and use some common sense.
The other reviews give lots of details, so I won't add much. The user manual is not the best, but is certainly acceptable. I would not return a tool just because of that. If you can't run a tool without understanding everything in the user manual, then you probably should not be using power tools.
Accurate cuts. The laser is really helpful, but hard to see in sunlight.
Overall a great value. I got mine on Amazon.com before Christmas for about $115 with free shipping. Too good to pass up. It's definitely the best saw out there for the money in this price range.
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