The DCS512 12V MAX 5-3/8-in Circular Saw, part of DEWALT’s XTREME(TM) Sub-Compact Series, delivers powerful and accurate cutting performance across a wide range of materials. Alongside its lightweight and compact design, this saw incorporates an enhanced feature set on a 12V MAX lithium ion battery platform. Circular saws are powerful tools that crosscut wood (cut across its grain) and rip it (cut with the grain).
The saw easily slices through a variety of thicknesses from plywood, to dimensional lumber, to dense hardwood. In fact I noticed very little change in the performance of the saw regardless of the thickness dewalt drill or density of the wood I cut. The saw shows no signs of weakness in all the test cuts I ran. Overall, DeWalt’s cordless circular saw is a powerful, smooth-cutting tool with outstanding accuracy.
In fact, during our testing, this circular saw did just as well cutting full-depth bevels as it did full-depth rips and crosscuts. Its light weight, power, and easy-handling features help to make this a truly productive circular saw. But let’s say that you’re simply a do-it-yourself dewalt drill owner-builder type. This circular saw is a pleasure to use for just about any DIY project. It cuts any typical framing material but also handles the 4 x 6 pressure-treated timber we use to test rear-handle saws, with enough power for full-depth cuts of about 2.5 inches.
To those attributes, we would also add that it’s well balanced and easy to handle. While anyone can appreciate those features, it’s especially nice if you use the saw only on weekends for home projects. Its balance and geometry help you settle it quickly on the cut line, and it has more than enough power to see the cut through to completion. Since this type of extra-heavy-duty work is typically done in poorly lit conditions, the Flex’s work light is a huge help.
These features promote durability but increase the saw’s weight. The average homeowner-duty saw (with a motor drawing 12 amps) weighs 8 to 9 pounds. 20V MAX tools are specifically designed to meet the needs of demanding trades with best in class features, performance and durability. Improve your jobsite productivity and safety with innovative solutions from DeWalt.