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Porter-Cable 325MAG 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Blade Right and Brake
Studio : Porter-Cable
by Porter-Cable
Brand : Porter-Cable
Model : 325MAG
Publisher : Porter-Cable
Availability : This Item is currently Not Available
Number of Items : 1
EAN : 0039404128720
UPC : 039404128720
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 13 reviews)
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Quick shutoff electric brake
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Powerhouse 15 Amp, 5,800 RPM motor
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Lightweight construction
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13-inch length, 7 3/4-inch height
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Precise zero-50 degree miter capacity; positive stop at 45 degrees
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Autopartseek.com Product Description |
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The search for your next circular saw stops here! The Porter-Cable 325MAG is engineered for long-lasting use. Not only will this be your most comfortable tool with its soft rubberized handle and lightweight construction, but you'll also love it for its efficient, time-saving features: the Quik-Change keyless feature for tool-less blade changing in a flash and the dust exhaust chute with 205-degree rotation and 1-inch outlet for effortless dust collection. The 15 Amp, 5,800 RPM motor is a powerhouse, generating the power you need for fast, flawless cuts. Precision is the word when it comes to this saw's zero-50 degree miter capacity and the ultra-accurate positive stop at 45 degrees. It boasts the handy security feature of a quick shutoff electric brake, so you can rest easy about setting it down. To top it off, the 325MAG comes complete with a rugged case and an impressive carbide-tipped blade. |
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Power with light weight |
This is a rugged and powerful workhorse. The other carpenters on the crew ar always wanting to "borrow" my saw. Lightweight and the blade brake are the best. PC could incorporate an inexpensive LED to help light up the cut line. Other than that no complaints and will replace with same saw in the future. All the other guys on the crew are buying this one when replacing their saws. Watch out when ordering to get the left or right side blade whichever you prefer.
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no more hard case |
The saw I received today (from 7 Corners) comes with a soft canvas case. They tell me Porter Cable (Dewalt) is switching over from the hard plastic. Forget about protecting the plate alignment while it's being transported in the back of the truck.
The quick-change blade clamp is certainly awkward - I see a previous reviewer's bolt broke on first use.
The back left corner of the base plate has about a 2" triangle cut out -- that is, the left edge is that much shorter than the right. (The pictures, of course, don't show this.) So be sure any straight-edge guide extends a few inches beyond the work piece.
Also forget about easily using the dust bag that worked so well on the old 447 - with various adapters and duct tape I have the old bag precariously hanging on right now. That may not matter to most people- it apparently doesn't to Porter Cable -- but I found the bag cut down on 90% of the dust (on ply rips, for instance) without the hassle of a hose and vacuum. (7 Corners told me in advance the saw was not designed for the bag - but I figured there must be some way to adapt that chute.)
That said, I have had several Porter Cable 447's and been very happy with them. This still seems a good tool, the rubber handle is nice. I will give it a spin for several days and report back. But I'll also be keeping an eye out for a 447. And hoping Porter Cable's design philosophy hasn't changed for the worse.
Porter-Cable 325MAG 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Blade Right and Brake |
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Porter Cables "Contractor" saws !!! |
I've been working with wood and saws all of my life. My Dad was a master carpenter in the days when it ment something to be a CRAFTSMAN. He never owned a power tool.
I own numerous circular saws, standard and worm gears types. I first purchased a Porter Cable blade left contractors "Mag" saw last year from Autopartseek and liked it so well that I purchased the blade right and retired all of my other saws.
This saw without the fumbling safety lock built into the handles of most saws today is the absolute best. When combined with a high quality blade like the freud blades, that I also purchased through Autopartseek, this saw will do the the job effortlessly.
With the powerand and versatility of this saw combined with a high quality blade you should be well satisfied with it's performance.
Dr. T.G. Menges |
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Quick Change Stripped First Time |
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I've had excellent luck with Porter Cable tools over the years, in fact most of my tools are Porter Cable. Unfortunately this one didn't live up to my expectations. The first time I tried to remove the blade using the "Quick Change" bolt it stripped out. Other than that the saw performed fine. Called Porter Cable and they said they've had problems with the quick change device. Offered to send a new quick change or a standard bolt. I opted for the standard. |
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Makes me happy! |
Great power tools sends me to a very Tim the Tool Man Taylor kind of place. Puts a smile on my face. Oh, and welding, too! Arr arr ARR!
Anyway...
This is the perfect Circ Saw. The Magnesium construction makes it strong and light. 15 AMP power is, well, powerful! The directional dust shoot - not so much of a big deal, but useful. Perhaps the best feature is the electric brake, a great safety feature and helps to keep the noise down since you can shut it off so quickly.
The included blade is fine, but I use a Freud Diablo 40 tooth blade for fine cuts. Freud D0740X Diablo 7-1/4 40 Tooth ATB Finishing Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch Arbor, Diamond Knockout, and PermaShield Coating
I use it mostly with the Eurekazone rail system. Another great product. Eurekazone SGS-1 EZ Smart Guide System 100 Inch
If it fell off of my truck I would buy a new one. |
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