Makita 5007mg Circular Saw – Our Complete Review

Looking for a tough and reliable circular saw for your workshop? The Makita 5007mg hand held circular saw is ideally suited for rips and cross cuts and work wonderfully on a variety of surfaces and textures.

And with its top quality tools, Makita has been a popular name in the woodworking business. Designed for professionals and amateurs alike, the Makita 5007mg carries on the tradition and is one equipment you just cannot afford to miss! Very simple, sturdy and lightweight, this saw can tackle the toughest of woodworking jobs easily.

Specifications:

• A 120 volts, 15 amp motor that offers maximum speed of 5800 rpm.
• A lightweight magnesium framework stable enough for heavy duty commercial woodworking
• It Comes with a 7 ¼ inch carbide coated blade, a blade wrench, spindle lock, blade guard and soft grip ergonomic handles for enhanced performance
• Bevel capacity: the bevelling can attain a maximum of 56 degrees, with brakes at 22 and 45 degrees respectively
• It even offers a high cutting capacity for both angular and straight line cuts, up to 2 ½ inches for 90 degree cuts
• The built in LED lights and clearly marked scale increases visibility and further simplifies your job
• It ensures absolute safety with the dust collector and a strong vacuum system that prevents the sawdust from damaging the eyes.
• The long power cord is easy to plug in, improving the productivity of the product.

Versatility

Unlike most woodworking tools, a circular saw is compatible to a number of surfaces and textures.  Be it hardwood, softwood, concrete, plastic, metal or mosaic; the Makita 5007mg can cut through it all. Also the fact that this machine is used for making a variety of cuts and designs adds to its charm.

Stability

The lightweight yet solid framework is suitable for both heavy-duty woodworking and casual DIY projects. Well balanced and ergonomic, the entire framework is designed as per your convenience.

And with the smart switching option allowing the user to use both AC and DC power inputs, the 15 amp motor is tough and stable for long hours of woodworking. The magnesium framework is durable and easy to maintain.

Speed and Power

The 15 amp motor offers a whooping speed of 5800 rpm at a no load state; add to this the impressive cutting power , the 7 ¼ inch carbide blades and blade wrench and you get a powerful circular saw ideal for all kinds of woodworking.

The integrated cooling system prevents excessive heating and keeps the temperature in check.

Functionality

The soft grip handles and automatic electric brakes make the saw very comfortable, while the powerful motor and razor sharp blades ensure smooth operation. It’s very competitive as Makita 5007f.

Safety

The smart dust collection and vacuum system ensures absolute safety it cleans the air of all the dust and dirt, protecting your eyes from any untoward damage. Also the blade guard greatly minimizes the risks of cuts.

Drawbacks

Although Makita 5007mg is replete with so many wonderful features there are some areas that have some scope for improvement. Most users have complained about the corded design as it restricts the manoeuvrability of the saw; also the tool case is very small and cannot accommodate more than one band saw.