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Makita SP6000J1 6-1/2" Plunge Circular Saw Track Saw Kit w/ Case + 55" Guide Rail
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Amazon has Makita SP6000J1 6-1/2" Plunge Circular Saw Track Saw Kit w/ Stackable Tool case and 55" Guide Rail on sale for $351.99 (price shown at checkout). Shipping is free.
Thanks to community member CorNut for finding this deal.
Note: Expected to ship in 1-2 months.
Includes:
Thanks to community member CorNut for finding this deal.
Note: Expected to ship in 1-2 months.
Includes:
- 55" Guide Rail (194368-5)
- 6-1/2" Plunge Circular Saw (SP6000J)
- 6-1/2" 48T Carbide-Tipped Saw Blade (B-07353)
- Hex Wrench (783203-8)
- Interlocking Case
- X-Large (197213-3)
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Amazon has Makita SP6000J1 6-1/2" Plunge Circular Saw Track Saw Kit w/ Stackable Tool case and 55" Guide Rail on sale for $351.99 (price shown at checkout). Shipping is free.
Thanks to community member CorNut for finding this deal.
Note: Expected to ship in 1-2 months.
Includes:
Thanks to community member CorNut for finding this deal.
Note: Expected to ship in 1-2 months.
Includes:
- 55" Guide Rail (194368-5)
- 6-1/2" Plunge Circular Saw (SP6000J)
- 6-1/2" 48T Carbide-Tipped Saw Blade (B-07353)
- Hex Wrench (783203-8)
- Interlocking Case
- X-Large (197213-3)
Editor's Notes
Written by oceanlake | Staff- Amazon offers free returns for this item. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges.
- Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
- If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.
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Track saws have fantastic dust collection, if you're running a hose for dust collection it's no extra work to be using a corded version, especially since you can plug the cable into a dust extractor which will automatically turn on when you turn on the track saw.
Basically there are no downsides to a corded version and there are huge upsides like not having to worry about batteries decaying over the years
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But the clamps will likely collect dust once you get a guide rail square. (I found a surprisingly accurate and affordable one on Amazon. I ordered it just out if curiosity, and I'm pretty shocked that it's really nice, and I didn't need to exchange it several times or just return it.)
But there are exceptions for clamps... I just haven't used mine in a while, and I haven't seen anyone using them as of late.
But the clamps will likely collect dust once you get a guide rail square. (I found a surprisingly accurate and affordable one on Amazon. I ordered it just out if curiosity, and I'm pretty shocked that it's really nice, and I didn't need to exchange it several times or just return it.)
But there are exceptions for clamps... I just haven't used mine in a while, and I haven't seen anyone using them as of late.
Thanks, cancelled the second order with clamps & bag while I do more research on the squares. I'm debating getting the 118" rail instead of another 55 & mounting adapter. I am keeping the corded track saw purchase tho, for my purpose there's not many benefits to go cordless but there is some cons.
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Then, buy some knockoff batteries and charger (if not on the platform). And cycle through several the process of Powetec tracks (inspect each track, then go through the process of returning, and getting a new set to inspect, then returning, etc.) Until you get 2 good tracks.
No doubt I'll get downvoted into Oblivion... so I might as well say it...
At the end of the day, you'll have a nice track saw... designed for lefties. Yep. Right blade track saws are for lefties, and people that don't mind crawling on the floor now and then.
And sadly, there's no such thing as a good left blade track saw on the entire planet. Kreg makes a corded one, but it's the same price as the Makita, and as good as the WEN.
So... while it is a great deal with getting the track, basically for free... you'll rue the day ya bought the corded one. And if ya wish you could make all your rip cuts on your right side, you wonder why no one has made a good left blade version yet. (The answer is Festool refuses, so other companies have no left blade track saw to copy.)
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But the clamps will likely collect dust once you get a guide rail square. (I found a surprisingly accurate and affordable one on Amazon. I ordered it just out if curiosity, and I'm pretty shocked that it's really nice, and I didn't need to exchange it several times or just return it.)
But there are exceptions for clamps... I just haven't used mine in a while, and I haven't seen anyone using them as of late.
Then, buy some knockoff batteries and charger (if not on the platform). And cycle through several the process of Powetec tracks (inspect each track, then go through the process of returning, and getting a new set to inspect, then returning, etc.) Until you get 2 good tracks.
No doubt I'll get downvoted into Oblivion... so I might as well say it...
At the end of the day, you'll have a nice track saw... designed for lefties. Yep. Right blade track saws are for lefties, and people that don't mind crawling on the floor now and then.
And sadly, there's no such thing as a good left blade track saw on the entire planet. Kreg makes a corded one, but it's the same price as the Makita, and as good as the WEN.
So... while it is a great deal with getting the track, basically for free... you'll rue the day ya bought the corded one. And if ya wish you could make all your rip cuts on your right side, you wonder why no one has made a good left blade version yet. (The answer is Festool refuses, so other companies have no left blade track saw to copy.)
Track saws have fantastic dust collection, if you're running a hose for dust collection it's no extra work to be using a corded version, especially since you can plug the cable into a dust extractor which will automatically turn on when you turn on the track saw.
Basically there are no downsides to a corded version and there are huge upsides like not having to worry about batteries decaying over the years
Track saws have fantastic dust collection, if you're running a hose for dust collection it's no extra work to be using a corded version, especially since you can plug the cable into a dust extractor which will automatically turn on when you turn on the track saw.
Basically there are no downsides to a corded version and there are huge upsides like not having to worry about batteries decaying over the years
Aside from the brushless motor the rest may all be don't care situations.
Edit: I checked, the corded version has a motor with carbon brushes. Cordless versions are brushless.
Track saws have fantastic dust collection, if you're running a hose for dust collection it's no extra work to be using a corded version, especially since you can plug the cable into a dust extractor which will automatically turn on when you turn on the track saw.
Basically there are no downsides to a corded version and there are huge upsides like not having to worry about batteries decaying over the years
The ones I just bought, https://a.co/d/4bDPJ4Q , were actually surprisingly awesome for <$40
I expected them to be just another cheap Alibabba/Wish resell... and they are lol. But, they were darn near perfect. Mist of the Chinese Knock9ffs are one cheap buckle and cast aluminum... these are cut, and machined with two buckles lol... but it makes a difference.
In fact, at 20" it's only off by .007" which really surprised me.
Now... odds are, I got the best ones to ever come from that factory lmao... but, I've seen a few other sellers, selling the identical pair, and they don't have the standard 2.8/5 ratings lol.
So, if you get it, make sure it's square to your specifications. If not, keep exchanging them until you get a good one, or get your $ back. But know this... the $50-$100 versions, are about as good as the $20 versions. Lol.
If all else fails, make your own square
The 118" is great, if you can fit it in your shop, and don't need to travel.
It's crazy how the 55" was only $68 a few months ago. Now, it's often over $100.
I have 1 makita 55" and the two Powertecs ... one powertech I use as a hinging crosscut track for fast cuts at my bench.
Also, if you have the makita palm router (corded or cordless... the cordless were $80 the other day) then you reallllly need to get the plunge base and then the track adapter. Couple that with a fold down hinging track mounted to your bench, and it's instant dado season!!! Lol. You can slso rig it up with a cheap lazy Susan bearing under it to put your workpiece on, and you have a really fast circle cutter.
Track saws have fantastic dust collection, if you're running a hose for dust collection it's no extra work to be using a corded version, especially since you can plug the cable into a dust extractor which will automatically turn on when you turn on the track saw.
Basically there are no downsides to a corded version and there are huge upsides like not having to worry about batteries decaying over the years
In my shop I use a full size dust collector which I have above my tables. So the hose feeds and retracts.
Now, I'm limited by space, and Flaccid Paralysis in my left arm/leg. So I make things that function great for my limitations. So I figure, if I can use them, it would definitely benefit others with both arms/legs.
Manually handling a hose and power cord is fine... I just don't handle either, even if I had two arms I'd avoid it by creating something.
The hose/cord hanging off the end/edge always seem to catch. Even with the 3d printed ramps people sell on Etsy lol.
So, if a 0erson just has a shop vac, and hasn't spent a large amount on a dust extractor, then odds are, they're going to need to focus on other things staying clear and turning them on/off.
As far as batteries go, they're really inexpensive if you buy the clones. And yeah, you get a out 1 or 2 hard use years out of them. But it makes life do much easier. Especially if you don't have a $600+ extractor. And if outlets aren't available.
So, the nonsensical aspect... sure. I've had more concussions than than most NFL starting lineups... so, i can be a bit nonsensical. Ill give you that.
But I'm trying to offer advice on a larger scale. And I'm not assuming everyone has a $600+ extractor with AWS or another auto-start feature. L
Also, I definitely wouldn't consider a brushed, corded tool an upside... especially not a "Huge upside". The only downside on a cordless would be battery cost, and possible, weight. But it's been decades since I heard anyone say a corded hand tool is the better choice... especially with one that is designed for mobility, and clean space environments.
But hey... do you bro.
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For me, I decided to order the kit along with a 55 inch rail from Rockler (20% off, so it was around $75+tax) and the TSO GRC-12 from eBay (although their website is basically the same price) as they appear to be much higher quality and self-centering vs. the Makita version.
I also purchased the overpriced bag, the clamps, and some gloves from Amazon to reuse the coupon. It's been . . . an expensive day for me.