The best compound miter saw has to have the features which make it to work easier while offering greater versatility.
• The amp for measuring the power of the saw motor. When the amps are higher, it means the cutting power
• Blaze size is a consideration which is important when selecting a compound miter saw. The main miter saw sizes are 8 inches, 10 inches and 12 inches respectively. You have to remember that when the blade diameter is large, it can end up making longer cuts.
• The positive stops are set points in the factor which let you to be able to make cuts which are precise on certain angles. More positive stops are known to decrease the time that is required in setting up the cuts. There are some features which are stops which are thumb-activated for quicker adjustments.
• Depth stops are known to allow you in adjusting the height of the blade, controlling how deep it is able to cut into the work pieces.
• A blade guard which is articulated ensures that the guard is cleared of stock and thus, you will have to get a view which is better of the cutting line. When raising the saw, the guard is known to lower to ensure that it covers the blade completely.
• The electric brakes normally reverse the flow of the electricity in the saw motor when releasing the trigger. When the current stops are reversed, the momentum of the blade goes fast. The electric brakes are able to stop the blade in less than two seconds, quicker than the saws which don’t have this particular feature.
