I am a builder in Australia carpenter by trade I we do our own structral steel work watched your reviews of this saw and I others got the makita rep out on site for a Demo and trial. I was blown away with it purchased straight away been cutting 16mm plate no problem makes grinders for cutting obsolete
i have so many xgt on my list right now and this will be added on that list haha. so far i accumulated 6 xgt tools and they never fail me i’m loving them.
So impressed with the video, when & bought it straightaway ! No regrets & over the moon with it's performance. Great video & review as always, keep them coming & thanks again.
The triangular hole in the front right of the base is to show you where the leading edge of the blade is. When a line or the edge of plate gets to the base of the triangle it has got to the blade. Very handy
The flat parts of the blade guard? Maybe to prevent backflip of the guard while cutting certain thicknesses in materials ? Checker plates maybe? Or stuff with holes in it?
Hahahaha clearly you couldn't help but "Lose" the knob until you cut the beloved player. Honestly though, great review as always. I hope Makita's looking after you mate. The quality and frequency of your reviews is top class
I'm new in power tools, I'm wondering if this "metal" circular saws can also be used as regular wood saws assuming you use the appropriate blade and vis a vis regular circular saws can be used in metal assuming that you also use appropriate blade?
Makita was one of the first to bring out a (corded) 185mm metal saw. (definitely the first I saw) So they would know how to make one. The Makita 4131 is a beast have literally cut I-beams with it. It's a shame they never brought an 18 x 2 out as I'm slowly phasing out my makita.
I have the LXT version of this saw, with the 150 mm blade, its a shame that these, or the older ones arent made to use with the tracks. I had to cut lots of 3 mm sheets recently at all kinds of angles and made the sole fit onto the makita tracks
I think the issue is that steel swarf can get inside the housing and interfere with the electronics or get attracted to the motor's magnets. Steel saws have extra shielding to prevent this. You're fine with your stated occasional use, but may become a problem over time.
hey I often cut compressors out of fridges with an anglegrinder, theese things are round shaped and out of steel. Is this tool able to cut round shapes somehow ? Or do you suggest an other tool? nice video, thx
Blade longevity test? See how many cuts before it's slower than an angle grinder. Not a fan of the guide. For a saw that's always going to have same kerf, a slotted guide would be better than a centreline guide. 9:17 I had to rewind as I thought that bird just appeared out of the mud!
I would absolutely love to see this put up against the milwaukee 8" metal cutting circular saw. To my knowledge it's the only other large metal circular saw made by the bigger brands.
Love my cold cut drop saw. Seeing as you seem to have Makita’s ear, could you ask them why in NZed you get a 40v chainsaw with a 14” bar yet across the ditch in Oz we only get a 12”?
Is there an adapter available to use on their track system? I have a need to cut 4'-8' 3mm sheets and need to be precise. Using this on a track would be a real benefit.
There are lots of adapters around for Makita circ saws to fit on tracks but I haven't seen one specifically for this tool. I will take a look at the base later and see if it is even possible.
@@ToolsAndStuffOFFICIALI would greatly appreciate it. I was considering ordering a .25" 12x12 sheet of delrin to fabricate one myself, but I would MUCH rather purchase one. Thank you for the reply.
So it works ok with this adapter ebay.us/sJl8QV This one works on quite a few saws with narrow bases. I haven't checked that #affiliatelink for a while, but hopefully it's still there. There are at least 2 other ones I think might work, but I can't find them at the moment.
But jokes aside it seems to be a perfect tool. I have a lot of metal cutting to do to built some covers for my basement windows. To have a company do the metal-works for me would cost muuuuuch more than this tool. First I was thinking of a plasma-cutter but all the hassle with the gas-cans and heat and facemasks and smell. Na. So, tanks, great and helpful review!
I do a lot of metal roofing, corrugated iron, trimdek, standing seam sheeting etc. How does the saw handle these sorts of materials? Are they too flexible and prone to catching?
I put a metal cut blade on my old Makita 5900NB corded skill saw and ran it over a sheet of coloursteel roofing, and while its certainly not recommended to do so, it still did the job better than a 5 inch grinder would. I had a bit of a rolled over burr on my cut edge however, and trying to trim up a cut, the blade did want to catch and flick on a skinny bit, but a saw that's made for cutting metal would have zero issues doing stacks or single sheets of steel roofing
I use them for corrugated iron and usually try and cut several sheets at once if possible to stop any vibrations. But as people have said, go slow, more teeth the better and all's good. The beginning of the cut is the only time you might catch. But so much better than the other options in my opinion, especially for cutting straight lines. I put masking tape on the base of the saw so as not to scratch the iron.
I've used the 18V brushless steel cut saw on alu and it sucks. Very thin kerf that's prone to binding. The small teeth are prone to getting clogged up with aluminium that welds onto the teeth. Just use a regular circ and get an alu blade. Use a very thick cutting lube or wax every couple of cuts to stop alu from welding to the teeth. Have a small pair of needle nose pliers to clean off any bits that do get welded on.
It looks like my comment was deleted for having links. It's the CD3607DA 180-185mm metal cutting saw. It looks like it was released in Japan in 2020. It's available on eBay
Haha that ending was funny :). Maybe a stupid question (i am not a metal guy). Do you know why you cant bevel these saws? That seems to be a really good feature and at least to me it makes the saw not so useful... Also have a request.. how do your rate the 40V plattform comparing to the 18V and other brands regarding battery life? I have some 40V tools and my opinion is that the battery drains a lot quicker than i thought i would.
There isn't a track compatible version. The model number you have given A) Doesn't exist. And B) Assuming that the last 0 shouldn't be there, is a wood circular saw for the 18v system. It is about as logical as saying you need a car but you should buy a bus.
the RPM also relate to the blade diameter, the bigger blade has a lower RPM, so the teeth are running at a similar speed, this is much more important on the grinder.
I am a builder in Australia carpenter by trade I we do our own structral steel work watched your reviews of this saw and I others got the makita rep out on site for a Demo and trial. I was blown away with it purchased straight away been cutting 16mm plate no problem makes grinders for cutting obsolete
Impressive tool. It's just amazing how much our steel cutting tools and blades have come over the last 20 years.
i have so many xgt on my list right now and this will be added on that list haha. so far i accumulated 6 xgt tools and they never fail me i’m loving them.
A top tool and the fact that it's made in Japan, really puts the icing on the cake.
So impressed with the video, when & bought it straightaway ! No regrets & over the moon with it's performance.
Great video & review as always, keep them coming & thanks again.
Glad to hear it. It's a nice saw alright.
Definitely one on the XGT wish list.
The triangular hole in the front right of the base is to show you where the leading edge of the blade is. When a line or the edge of plate gets to the base of the triangle it has got to the blade. Very handy
I think the flat regions on the guard are just there to hold the saw in position and prevent rolling, when the saw is put down on a flat surface.
Yep im getting me one of these!
FUN! Makes for GREAT CUTAWAY VIEW CUTS! Used a recip saw to cut an old radio in half!
Awesome. Another 40v tool we cant currently get in AUS
Bruh.
Ebay
Handy Hardware will ship stuff to oz if you want it sooner.
get an aftermarket 18v 9.0 amp hr battery. Equivalent power of 40v x 4.0 amp hr battery
And you are writing this in reply to what?
flats keep the saw from rocking when you set it down?
Can't wait to use this on a job coming up, mines coming in 4 days.
The ending was incredible :D
The knob bit at the end... great stuff!
Awesome saw great work on your videos I appreciate and enjoy your work !!!
Thanks man.
Thanks been waiting for this review for a long time.
I absolutely don't need one, but I want one LOL.
but when you need one, you will be ready ;)
The flat parts of the blade guard? Maybe to prevent backflip of the guard while cutting certain thicknesses in materials ? Checker plates maybe? Or stuff with holes in it?
This might push me into the XGT.
Hahahaha clearly you couldn't help but "Lose" the knob until you cut the beloved player.
Honestly though, great review as always. I hope Makita's looking after you mate. The quality and frequency of your reviews is top class
Cheers man.
I mean, has ANY tool ever looked so dead sexy?
I have absolutely zero uses for this in practice but I want it damn.
Quality ending to the video! Haha!
Great review also, I've been interested to see how this thing goes & now i know 👍
The ending LOL, btw it is still the best looking handheld saw in the world.
I'm new in power tools, I'm wondering if this "metal" circular saws can also be used as regular wood saws assuming you use the appropriate blade and vis a vis regular circular saws can be used in metal assuming that you also use appropriate blade?
I reckon your getting better at this youtube thing. Great review, I want one but have absolutely no use for it.
Thanks man
Makita was one of the first to bring out a (corded) 185mm metal saw. (definitely the first I saw)
So they would know how to make one. The Makita 4131 is a beast have literally cut I-beams with it.
It's a shame they never brought an 18 x 2 out as I'm slowly phasing out my makita.
Great video as always
Chur
I’m sure the flats are for resting the saw on its base.
LOVE THE VIDEOS!
I have the LXT version of this saw, with the 150 mm blade, its a shame that these, or the older ones arent made to use with the tracks.
I had to cut lots of 3 mm sheets recently at all kinds of angles and made the sole fit onto the makita tracks
how about blade life and price ? better than to use a bandsaw like PB002GZ?
Could you try cutting steel with the 40V track saw? It has a lot of torque too.
I run a metal cutting sawblade from time to time on my dhs680, dhs780 and drs780 with absolutely no problems.
I think the issue is that steel swarf can get inside the housing and interfere with the electronics or get attracted to the motor's magnets. Steel saws have extra shielding to prevent this. You're fine with your stated occasional use, but may become a problem over time.
Until there’s a problem with saw and warranty will be void if they discover metal was being cut with a wood circ saw
@@Andrew-xd9fg That's why you use a shitty old saw you found at the dump, much like I do
Sounds like you’re a tight arse
@@Andrew-xd9fg theres less strain on it then when ripping hardwood. Never had any problems with the saws.
That is insane !
That is one nice looking clever saw. Love it!
Nice saw but for the price I will stick with my evolution rage 110volt saw:-) great videos
Does the flat parts on the blade guard have to do with the window for the metal filings? 3 windows, 3 flat lines?
Miter Saw 40v, please!
Thx
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So, how does this perform better than a 185mm 40V circular saw with the same blade? And its half the price.
I had a spare knob as well.
I think I read your Reddit AMA.
I wish that it was compatible with 8 inch saw blades like its Milwaukee counterpart.
Nice saw really need a metal cut saw wished dewalt made a saw for metal cutting
hey I often cut compressors out of fridges with an anglegrinder, theese things are round shaped and out of steel. Is this tool able to cut round shapes somehow ? Or do you suggest an other tool? nice video, thx
The flats. The flats! What are the flats?!! Aaaaaaaajhh!!!
Xgt is good. Really good. Nice line of tools, super power. Other brands have nice rival)
Hilarious ending!
Blade longevity test? See how many cuts before it's slower than an angle grinder.
Not a fan of the guide. For a saw that's always going to have same kerf, a slotted guide would be better than a centreline guide.
9:17 I had to rewind as I thought that bird just appeared out of the mud!
How does it compare to the Milwaukee?
I would absolutely love to see this put up against the milwaukee 8" metal cutting circular saw. To my knowledge it's the only other large metal circular saw made by the bigger brands.
Definitely would be a great comparison! Although it's interesting how the 203mm blade has the same depth of cut as this 🤣
Since we are in metal cutting, maybe the bandsaw soon? :D
Maybe...
Love my cold cut drop saw.
Seeing as you seem to have Makita’s ear, could you ask them why in NZed you get a 40v chainsaw with a 14” bar yet across the ditch in Oz we only get a 12”?
Probably the same reason why we don't have this XGT Metal Saw yet.
Makita do make an 18v cold cut saw with the chip collector its a brilliant saw dcs553z
Yes I know. And I did state that. Although it's quite different from this design.
Is there an adapter available to use on their track system? I have a need to cut 4'-8' 3mm sheets and need to be precise. Using this on a track would be a real benefit.
There are lots of adapters around for Makita circ saws to fit on tracks but I haven't seen one specifically for this tool. I will take a look at the base later and see if it is even possible.
@@ToolsAndStuffOFFICIALI would greatly appreciate it. I was considering ordering a .25" 12x12 sheet of delrin to fabricate one myself, but I would MUCH rather purchase one. Thank you for the reply.
So it works ok with this adapter ebay.us/sJl8QV This one works on quite a few saws with narrow bases. I haven't checked that #affiliatelink for a while, but hopefully it's still there. There are at least 2 other ones I think might work, but I can't find them at the moment.
Could we cut any angles using that?
When to test Mikita 40v bandsaw?
Choice review bro! Kia ora from Sydney
Can you please cut some stainless steel unistrut.
But jokes aside it seems to be a perfect tool. I have a lot of metal cutting to do to built some covers for my basement windows. To have a company do the metal-works for me would cost muuuuuch more than this tool. First I was thinking of a plasma-cutter but all the hassle with the gas-cans and heat and facemasks and smell. Na.
So, tanks, great and helpful review!
Lol! love the gran-finale!
Do you think Makita will make a 40v version of their rebar cutter (DSC163ZK) in the future? Your a real tease with that new sawzall
I don't think it'll be high on the agenda. Much more to come first.
@@ToolsAndStuffOFFICIAL true
I do a lot of metal roofing, corrugated iron, trimdek, standing seam sheeting etc. How does the saw handle these sorts of materials? Are they too flexible and prone to catching?
My fuel metal saw has no catching issues with cutting 28 guage duct work. Get a higher tooth blade if you're cutting thin materials.
I put a metal cut blade on my old Makita 5900NB corded skill saw and ran it over a sheet of coloursteel roofing, and while its certainly not recommended to do so, it still did the job better than a 5 inch grinder would. I had a bit of a rolled over burr on my cut edge however, and trying to trim up a cut, the blade did want to catch and flick on a skinny bit, but a saw that's made for cutting metal would have zero issues doing stacks or single sheets of steel roofing
I use them for corrugated iron and usually try and cut several sheets at once if possible to stop any vibrations. But as people have said, go slow, more teeth the better and all's good. The beginning of the cut is the only time you might catch. But so much better than the other options in my opinion, especially for cutting straight lines. I put masking tape on the base of the saw so as not to scratch the iron.
@@HotForgeChaos using a grinder to cut metal roofing in anathema here in Australia.
The finished edge isnheat damaged,more prone to rust.
Yes I just ordered the HS011G, and now have to start begging the wife again
how does it work on nonferrous metals like aluminum
It would cut it like a skilly going through timber I'd imagine
I've used the 18V brushless steel cut saw on alu and it sucks. Very thin kerf that's prone to binding. The small teeth are prone to getting clogged up with aluminium that welds onto the teeth.
Just use a regular circ and get an alu blade. Use a very thick cutting lube or wax every couple of cuts to stop alu from welding to the teeth. Have a small pair of needle nose pliers to clean off any bits that do get welded on.
What a Knob!!! 😝
Great review as usual 👌🏼
Price???
Any idea on cost?
It will cost you a 5-disc Panasonic DVD player.
question. can i use a diablo steel demon for this saw? makita metal blade are more expensive blade than diablo.
I don't see why not. Just check the arbor first.
Why do Makita and Hikoki make all these nearly identical looking tools? Are they all in cahoots?
Hikoki don't make a saw that looks anything like this.
It looks like my comment was deleted for having links.
It's the CD3607DA 180-185mm metal cutting saw. It looks like it was released in Japan in 2020. It's available on eBay
I'm familiar with that saw but it looks nothing like the makita.
What's your favourite brand?
His favourite brand is Bosch.
@@robertrada6040 really?? I thought it must be Makita )
Haha that ending was funny :). Maybe a stupid question (i am not a metal guy). Do you know why you cant bevel these saws? That seems to be a really good feature and at least to me it makes the saw not so useful... Also have a request.. how do your rate the 40V plattform comparing to the 18V and other brands regarding battery life? I have some 40V tools and my opinion is that the battery drains a lot quicker than i thought i would.
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they are fkn too noisy ( it screems!) and tiny shards of metal seam to always pelt you in your face and arms
Bring it back and get the track saw compatible version. XSH010Z
There isn't a track compatible version. The model number you have given A) Doesn't exist. And B) Assuming that the last 0 shouldn't be there, is a wood circular saw for the 18v system. It is about as logical as saying you need a car but you should buy a bus.
I just started making Makita 40V my platform. Will Makita bring more of their tools to the US like they do over there?
"Give you fifty bucks for that five disk changer".....nek minnit
It was $1200 new... how tech moves on...
Adding Hougen stick to blade give me 3 times the length
Of use.
the RPM also relate to the blade diameter, the bigger blade has a lower RPM, so the teeth are running at a similar speed, this is much more important on the grinder.
Cool but I think the 40v Skill saw wins in everything.
Hahahaha
Looks like you need a 3D printer for the next time your knob falls off
Since the blades are different diameters you need to do tip speed calcs, rpms is not a direct comparison. The 40v saw has a 28% faster tip speed.
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Oh, the front fell off.
The front fell off? Outside the environment I hope!
Why'd the front fall off?
@@HotForgeChaos Maybe a wave hit it?
@@Smokeyr67 A wave? What's it made of? Not paper I hope
@@HotForgeChaos not paper, not rubber
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