Makita‰۪s 10‰ Compound Miter Saw (model LS1040) combines power, performance, and ease of use for most common miter cuts including a range of applications including woodworking, cabinetry, deck building, framing, and more.
15 AMP Motor for Improved Performance
The LS1040 has a dynamically balanced 15 AMP direct drive motor with 4,600 RPM for improved performance. The direct drive motor with soft start delivers smoother start-ups and constant power, with no belts to slip or replace.
Precise Miter and Bevel Cuts
The LS1040 has a dual post compound pivot arm, with bevel cuts up to 45å¡ to the left. Miter adjustments range from 0å¡-45å¡ (left) and 0å¡-52å¡ (right), with 9 positive miter stops at 15å¡, 22.5å¡, 30å¡, and 45å¡ (left or right), and 0å¡ (90å¡ cuts). The precision-machined aluminum base ensures accurate cuts. Ease-of-use and comfort features include a fluorescent light that works independently of the blade rotation to clearly illuminate the work surface, and a compact size (weighs only 27.3 lbs.) for easy portability.
Best in Class for a Range of Applications
The LS1040 is engineered for a broad range of trades, including finish carpenters, professional woodworkers, case and base installers, cabinet installers, decking and flooring applications, siding installers, general contractors seeking a best-in-class 10‰ compound miter saw for the jobsite or the benchtop.
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Features
- Powerful 15 AMP direct drive motor for improved performance; 4,600 RPM
- Dual post compound pivoting arm
- Miter cuts 0å¡-45å¡ left and 0å¡-52å¡ right
- Positive miter stops at 9 settings: 15å¡, 22.5å¡, 30å¡, 45å¡, right or left and 0å¡ (90å¡ cuts)
- Bevel cuts up to 45å¡ to the left
- Weighs only 27.3 lbs. for easy portability
- Precision machined aluminum base ensures accurate cuts
- Performs compound cutting operations
- Shaft lock for easy blade changes