Product Description
Makita LS0816F/2 216mm Sliding Compound Mitre Saw 1200W 240V
The Makita LS0816F/2 216mm Sliding Compound Mitre Saw 1200W 240V is a compact electric mitre saw designed for accurate cross cutting, bevel cutting and mitre work on timber and boards. Ideal for use within the Power Tools > Mitre Saws category, it suits professional carpenters, joiners and tradespeople working on framing, skirting, architraves and interior fit-out tasks. Featuring a 216mm blade, slide compound action and a cutting capacity up to 65 x 305mm at 90°, it offers ample reach for larger workpieces while the 1.2kW motor and 5000 min?¹ no load speed deliver smooth, efficient cutting performance. The LS0816F/2 includes an LED job light for improved visibility, a lock-off function and double insulation for enhanced safety, plus a sub-base and slide style sub fence to stabilise wider materials. High dust extraction capability with direct vacuum connection helps keep the work area cleaner, and the soft grip with carrying handle makes transport between workshop and jobsite straightforward.
LS0816F Features:
- Makita LS0816F/2 216mm Sliding Compound Mitre Saw 1200W 240V delivers precise mitre and cross cuts for professional carpentry and site work
- 216mm blade and slide compound action provide generous cutting capacity up to 65 x 305mm at 90° for larger timbers and boards
- Powerful 1.2kW electric motor with soft start feature supports smooth start-ups and consistent cutting performance
- LED job light improves visibility of the cutting line, helping to maximise accuracy in low-light work areas
- Lock-off function and double insulation enhance user safety during regular trade use
- Sub-base can be pulled out and slide style sub fence (left side only) offer more stable support for wider workpieces
- High dust extraction rate with direct connection to Makita vacuum cleaners helps maintain a cleaner work area
- Soft grip handle and integrated carrying handle make the saw easier to transport between workshop and jobsite
- Mitre saw design within the Power Tools > Mitre Saws category is ideal for framing, skirting, architraves and general wood cutting tasks
- No load speed of 5000 min?¹ ensures fast, efficient cutting through a range of timber materials
Specification
| top_feature: | Makita LS0816F/2 216mm Sliding Compound Mitre Saw 1200W 240V delivers precise mitre and cross cuts for professional carpentry and site work |
| top_feature: | 216mm blade and slide compound action provide generous cutting capacity up to 65 x 305mm at 90° for larger timbers and boards |
| top_feature: | Powerful 1.2kW electric motor with soft start feature supports smooth start-ups and consistent cutting performance |
| top_feature: | LED job light improves visibility of the cutting line, helping to maximise accuracy in low-light work areas |
| top_feature: | Lock-off function and double insulation enhance user safety during regular trade use |
| top_feature: | Sub-base can be pulled out and slide style sub fence (left side only) offer more stable support for wider workpieces |
| top_feature: | High dust extraction rate with direct connection to Makita vacuum cleaners helps maintain a cleaner work area |
| top_feature: | Soft grip handle and integrated carrying handle make the saw easier to transport between workshop and jobsite |
| FQQ: | What is the motor power and no-load speed of the Makita LS0816F/2 sliding compound mitre saw? |
| FAA: | The LS0816F/2 has a powerful 1,200 W motor and operates at a no-load speed of 5,000 min?¹ for fast, efficient cutting. |
| FQQ: | What size material can the Makita LS0816F/2 cut at 90 and 45 degrees? |
| FAA: | The LS0816F/2 can cut up to 305 mm at 90 degrees and 215 mm at 45 degrees, making it suitable for a wide range of workpieces. |
| FQQ: | What are the mitre and bevel ranges on the Makita LS0816F/2? |
| FAA: | The saw offers a maximum mitre range of 47 degrees left and right, with a bevel range of 47 degrees to the left and 2 degrees to the right for versatile angled cutting. |
| FQQ: | What is the blade diameter and operating voltage of the Makita LS0816F/2? |
| FAA: | This model uses a 216 mm blade diameter and is designed to run on 240V mains power. |
| FQQ: | Does the Makita LS0816F/2 have an LED job light, and what is it used for? |
| FAA: | Yes, it includes an LED job light that casts a clear cut line guide or shadow line onto the workpiece to improve cutting accuracy, especially in dimly lit areas. |
| FQQ: | How does the Makita LS0816F/2 manage dust during operation? |
| FAA: | The saw features an efficient dust collection system and a high dust extraction rate, and it can connect directly to Makita vacuum cleaners to help keep the work area clean. |
| FQQ: | What safety features are included on the Makita LS0816F/2 sliding compound mitre saw? |
| FAA: | Safety-focused features include a lock-off function to prevent unintended start-up, double insulation for added electrical protection, and a soft start function for controlled, smooth start-ups. |
| FQQ: | Is the Makita LS0816F/2 easy to transport and comfortable to use? |
| FAA: | Yes, it has a convenient carrying handle for easy transportation and a soft grip handle design to provide comfortable and controlled operation on and off the job site. |
| FQQ: | What features help improve cutting stability and precision on the Makita LS0816F/2? |
| FAA: | The saw is fitted with a sub-base that can be pulled out for more stable cutting of wider workpieces and a slide style sub-fence on the left side, both helping to support the material and enhance cutting accuracy. |
| FQQ: | What types of applications is the Makita LS0816F/2 suitable for? |
| FAA: | The LS0816F/2 is ideal for tasks such as baseboard and crown moulding installation, wooden floor installation, and various professional cutting applications in timber, sheet materials and construction work. |
| Product name: | Makita LS0816F/2 216mm Sliding Compound Mitre Saw 1200W 240V |
| Brand: | MAKITA |
| Power type: | Electric |
| Supply voltage: | 230V |
| Input power: | 1.2kW |
| Saw type: | Mitre |
| Plug type: | UK Type G |
| Weight: | 20.04kg |
| No load speed: | 5000 min?¹ |
| Cutting capacity at 90°: | 65 x 305mm |
| Cutting capacity at 45°: | 65 x 215mm |
| Cutting capacity at 45° left: | 36 x 305mm |
| Lock-off function: | Yes |
| LED job light: | Yes |
| Dust collection: | Yes |
| Double insulation: | Yes |
| Soft start feature: | Yes |
| Sub-base: | Pull-out sub-base for more stable cutting |
| Sub fence: | Slide style sub fence (left side only) |
| Handle: | Soft grip with carrying handle |
| brand-name-xt: | https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-hczpll0y/product_images/uploaded_images/makita-logo.png |
| brand-link-xt: | https://www.toolden.co.uk/tool-brands/makita/ |
| Disc Bore Size: | 30mm |
| Power Supply: | Corded |
| Voltage: | 240W |
| Wattage: | 1200W |
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