Skil 5480-01 13 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw Kit

Friday, April 13, 2012

Product Details

Product Dimensions: 8 x 14.4 x 10.6 inches
Shipping Weight: 13 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
ASIN: B000P9H4VO
Item model number: 5480-01

By : Skil
Price : $49.98
You Save : $47.66 (49%)

Product Description

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The 5480-01 7-1/4-Inch SKILSAW is lighter and more compact than previous models, while providing more power to get the job done quickly. User-friendly features, such as the two-point line of sight and a wider, more stable foot, allow users to get the job done right the first time. With over 80 years of engineering experience, the 5480-01 combines lightweight design with the power and durability you have come to expect from a SKILSAW.

2-point line of sight allows users to cut straighter lines with ease.
Rear lever depth adjustment quickly confirms precise cut depth in material. .
Includes an 18-tooth SKILSAW carbide blade.

2-point line of sight increases visibility, allowing users to cut straighter lines with ease
Safety Lock/Guarded Trigger minimizes accidental starts
Patented Anti Snag lower guard provides smooth operation for small cut-off pieces
Rear lever depth adjustment quickly assures accurate cut depth in material
Durable ball-bearing motor construction increases the life of the saw
Comes with an 18-tooth carbide blade capable of tackling most projects
The foot is 20% larger than the previous generation, guaranteeing more stability and control when making cuts

compared to model 5400-01
Innovative Features and BenefitsThe 5480-01 SKILSAW has a 13-amp motor that supplies the necessary strength for ripping through all varieties of wood, while the 7-1/4-inch 18-tooth carbide blade provides the cutting capacity necessary for tackling a variety of projects, including building decks, fences, sheds, or bunk beds. The 5480 is also 1/2 of a pound lighter than its predecessor (5400-01) and boasts a 20% wider foot for greater stability.
The 5480-01 circular saw possesses many user-friendly features, including a patented Anti Snag lower guard, a professional-grade safety feature that reduces hangups in materials when making narrow cutoffs. A rear depth adjustment lever enables the user to easily adjust the depth of cut, while the trigger safety lock prevents accidental starts. The two-point line of sight allows users to cut straight lines with ease, minimizing mistakes. The 5480-01 SKILSAW's powerful 2.3-horsepower motor provides ample power and the ball-bearing motor construction ensures long tool life.
SKIL HeritageSKIL Power Tools is a leader in portable electric power tools and accessories that serves the consumer do-it-yourself and professional construction markets. Founded in 1924 with the invention of the SKILSAW Worm Drive, SKIL now delivers a complete line of power tools designed and engineered to help do-it-yourselfers achieve home project success, while providing professionals durable, cost-conscience tools for the jobsite.
What's in the Box5480-01 SKILSAW, 18-tooth SKILSAW Carbide Blade, and wrench.

Product Specifications

Amperage:13
Arbor Size: 5/8" round
Blade Diameter:7-1/4"
Blade Size: 7-1/4"
Certification: cULus
Cord Length: 6'
Depth of Cut at 45°: 1-15/16" max cut
Depth of Cut at 90°: 2-7/16" max cut
Max. Motor Horsepower: 2.3
No Load RPM: 5,300
Power/Duty: 2.3 HP
Rating: 13 amp
Voltage: 120V
Weight: 11.8 lbs

Skil, 7-1/4", 13A, Circular Saw, 2.3HP Motor With Ball Bearing Construction, Includes: 18T Carbide Blade, Rear Lever Depth Adjustment For Quick Cut Depth Changes, Safety Lock Out Switch Minimizes Accidental Starts, 15% More Speed For Faster Cuts, Better Finish, 1/2 LB Less Weight Reduces User Fatigue, 20% Wider Foot Makes Saw More Stable, 2 Point Line Of Cut For Cutting Accuracy, Anti-Snag Lower Guard For Small Cut Offs On Tool Wrench Storage For Quick ; Easy Blade Changes.
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Technical Details

The durable ball bearing motor construction gives the saw a longer life
2-point Line of Sight allows users to make more accurate cuts
The patented Anti-Snag lower guard provides smooth operation for small cut-off pieces
The foot is 20-percent larger than the previous generation guaranteeing more stability and control when making cuts
A rear lever depth-adjustment assures accurate cut depth in material

Skil 5480-01 13 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw Kit

Customer Reviews

i bought one of these saws to cut some plywood after discovering my dad's craftsman had rusty and dull blade. The price of a new blade was close to the price of this entire new saw, so i bought the saw intending to use it really only once, and didn't expect much. After using it that one time, i found myself looking for new projects which involved using a circular saw. The blade it comes with makes a very clean cut, and the saw itself has more than enough power to cut through anything you might throw at it. I even used this saw to make beveled cuts in 2x4, without a problem.
Since then, a group I work with has bought two more for use in an annual construction project, and these two saws get used for several hours a day, everyday, over the span of a month. Both of these two saws have performed flawlessly over the last two years, and we're very happy with the purchases.

Skil has been making this basic model for well over 25 plus years now. I purchased my first one when I bought my first house at age 25. I'm now 50. It just recently gave up the ghost a couple of days ago.
Just like a wheel bearing on your car, these things have a main bearing that goes bad after 300-400 hours of use. The motor brushes should also be replaced at the same time as the bearing.
I'll probably end up fixing the old one with a new bearing and bushings as it would seem a shame to throw away an old friend.
I definitely will not be taking the old one to my local Goodwill store and dumping it off for the next guy to pick up and hazardously use with worn bearings. That would be bad Karma.
So if this new saw is constructed every bit as good as they were being built way back when I bought my first one, then this replacement should last me up until age 75. Not sure if I should still be using one by that time, but that's my game plan.
Highly recommended for the non-professional for general around the home use.