Re: Think I'm selling my Kapex - SOLD
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Buy a LS0714 if you want the best in DC.
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Eco-Options said:
I know this reply was more of a general comment but as for the op it may not be ideal. What good is dust collection if it doesn't have the capacity. The op talked about his 10" Hitachi having less capacity than the Kapex as a negative, the 7 1/2" probably won't cut, pun intended.
i have used a chop saw for well over 25 years professionally love the kapex but it is the worst missile launcher i have ever used and no i don't wait for the blade to stop cant make money going slow
i added a zero clearance insert that helped some and use a forest blade that helped as for dust collection i don't use any but it is the dirtiest saw i have ever used the whole front gets covered in a few cuts doesn't bother me but might others with that being said i am about to buy another for the jobsite if that tells you anything
i added a zero clearance insert that helped some and use a forest blade that helped as for dust collection i don't use any but it is the dirtiest saw i have ever used the whole front gets covered in a few cuts doesn't bother me but might others with that being said i am about to buy another for the jobsite if that tells you anything
guyk said:
Kapex has a brake system to allow for fast blade stops, which allows you to let the blade stop before lifting on each cut. Gives you a better/safer cut.
I don't see much time wasted in getting this better cut, maybe max 2 extra seconds a cut. If I make 100 cuts in a day (to me that is a LOT of cuts), I've spent max 3 minutes extra waiting on the break for the entire day---thats not much timeprice to pay for better and safer cuts.
Its safer to me NOT to be moving the blade back through a piece while its spinning, on any saw.
Course, if you are used to a pulling back on your blade while its spinning through the work because you have worked with saws your whole life that didn't have brakes, and are used to that workflow, I can see how a change in method might at first come frustrating...but doing the math, should be enough to at least try to use the brake method...
Christopher
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Christopher Robinson said:
Christopher, I'm another one that doesn't wait for the blade to stop. I know this is toted as a safer method with better cut quality but I disagree with that notion on both accounts. The idea of it preventing projectiles is marginal at best. A small cutoff going into the blade and becoming a projectile usually happens as soon as it's cut free, not when the blade is lifted. As for cut quality, well, I've lifted a spinning blade enough to know the cut quality isn't compromised.
I've never timed how long it takes for the blade to stop on the Kapex but I'd guess it is longer than two seconds, maybe 3-4. That seems like an eternity. I can remove the material from the saw and be half way across the room in that time. I'm not suggesting anyone should do something they are uncomfortable with. By all means wait if that is your preferred method.
I have. $400 saw I can cut anything on. No backers. No supplemental fences, clamps, etc. I can cut anything I want on it and not close my eyes afraid something's gonna fly. I no longer lug that vacuum around. It was a no-brainer. The Kapex is soooo over rated its not funny. I fell into the Festool trap and regret it. They have great products but the miter saw is a joke IMO.
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As a moderator I have changed the title of this thread to reflect the decision of the OP.
As a member, I recognize that Hitachi saw because I had one for numerous years. I hope you continue to be happy with the saw and post regularly on the Hitachi forum and elsewhere about your happiness. Personally I will stick with my Kapex though.
Peter
As a member, I recognize that Hitachi saw because I had one for numerous years. I hope you continue to be happy with the saw and post regularly on the Hitachi forum and elsewhere about your happiness. Personally I will stick with my Kapex though.
Peter
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Wife must have opened the charge card bill. [oops]
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If my Kapex was stolen I would run out and get another one the next day. I struggled for years carrying big heavy saws in and out of houses when doing remodeling. The small light saws didn't have enough capacity and the 12" saws where heavy awkward. And they didn't help my bad back any. When the Kapex came out it was just what I needed in a saw, light, compact and big capacity. I agree the price can make you pause. If it sat on a bench in a shop you have more options but for me it's the only one that fits.
