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Makita 5008MG

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Product type: circular; Type: portable; Power source: mains (230 V); Engine location: transversely; Power (W): 1800; No load blade speed (rpm): 5200; Bar/blade size (mm): 210; Bore diameter (mm): 30; Cutting depth (mm): 75; LED light; Noise level (dB): 100; Size (mm): 332x243x277; Weight (kg): 4.8
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Makita 5008MG
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Product typecircular
Typeportable
Power sourcemains (230 V)
Motor
Engine locationtransversely
Power1800 W
No load blade speed5200 rpm
Cutting equipment
Bar/blade size210 mm
Bore diameter30 mm
Cutting depth75 mm
Cutting depth (45° angle)57 mm
Saw angle50 °
Features
FeaturesLED light
In boxsaw blade
General
Noise level100 dB
Cable length2.5 m
Size332x243x277 mm
Weight4.8 kg
Official Websitemakita.nl
Added to E-CatalogDecember 2009
Powerful. Cutting depth 75.5 mm. Tilt lock. Quick disk replacement. Key holder. Doesn't overheat for a long time. Quick change of carbon brushes. Branch pipe for the vacuum cleaner. Blowing sawdust. Backlight.
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Model overview based on user reviews  
The Makita 5008MG circular saw is highly regarded for its powerful 1800 W motor and large cutting depth of 75 mm, making it suitable for serious woodworking tasks. Users appreciate its comfortable handling, cutting accuracy, and minimal vibration. The saw's LED lighting and sawdust blowing function enhance visibility during operation. While some find it a bit heavy, its quality craftsmanship and durable construction are praised. The saw is noted for its smooth angle adjustments and quick blade replacement. Despite a few minor inconveniences, such as the edged corner on the frame, users find the Makita 5008MG to be a reliable and powerful tool, with one user even planning to repurchase it after five years of continuous use.
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Not a bad saw.
15 March 2013 
The diameter of the mounting hole is not only 30 mm, but also 20 mm if the support washer is turned over.
Comfortable to hold in the hand, large cutting depth, cutting accuracy. Little vibration.
Sometimes it’s not convenient because of the edged corner on the frame!
Drakonuse Makita 5008MG more than year i recommend it should buy
great model, I really liked it
16 January 2013 
i worked for a couple of hours, dismantled a 50 cm board, it was more than powerful!!! It took me a long time to choose, but I was not mistaken!
excellent saw! Not very heavy, the lighting truly helps, quality craftsmanship - especially the base!
smooth start, but no special jerk when starting!
just bought Makita 5008MG  i recommend it should buy
great model, love it
22 January 2022 
Powerful saw! Illumination, tilt angle! if you need a circular saw then 100% take it
Power and angle of tilt!
a bit heavy
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Powerful unit for serious work

The professional Japanese tool Makita 5008 MG has an engine power of 1800 W, which allows you to work with large discs up to 210 mm in diameter. Thanks to the use of such large cutting elements, the circular is capable of making longitudinal and transverse straight cuts in wood up to 75.5 mm thick - not every unit in this class can boast of such an indicator.

Illumination of the working area

When the tool is plugged into the socket, the LED light comes on, which provides an excellent overview of the cutting area. During operation, additional visual contact is provided by the sawdust blowing function. The model is equipped with a smooth adjustment of the angle of inclination and a lock that allows you to set the perfect position at 22.5, 45 and 50 degrees. A quick replacement of the saw blade is possible thanks to the spindle lock and unscrewing the nut with a hex wrench. By the way, the key itself is conveniently placed on the circular body in a special hole, so that it is always at hand.

Does not overheat for hours

The gearbox housing is made of durable steel. Along with the fan, the metal housing cools the gearbox so that the saw blade can run for hours without overheating. Quick access to the carbon brushes allows them to be replaced when worn without the need to go to a repair shop. The kit comes with a nozzle for removing chips with a vacuum cleaner. You will have to pay a lot for such a high-quality "Japanese", but it is worth the money.