Rockwell Versacut Saw

Robert Robillard

13 years ago

ROCKWELL VERSACUT SAW WITH INNOVATIVE BLADE GUARD

Rockwell® is introducing a saw this spring that may send many circular saws into retirement. It’s called the Rockwell Versacut Saw and this multi-functional mini circular saw is compact and balanced, powerful, precise and easy to manage.

Not you average circular saw the Rockwell Versacut Saw has with retractable blade guards and can be used with one hand because its inner and outer blade guard design isolates the blade, keeping it away from the user. In addition the the saw’s shoe plate, provides a clear view of the blade. It’s a perfect compact trim saw by delivering quick and precise cuts, even plunge cuts.

The Rockwell Versacut Saw has a 3-3/8 in. diameter blade and a maximum depth of cut of 1-1/16-in., weighs only 4 lbs. Blade changes are easy by loosening the blade screw with the key that is provided. Versacut has a circular body with an ergonomic concave midsection. The overmold comfort grip makes one-handed operation very comfortable.

The motor is located in the rear of the tool, which perfectly balances the cutting head. The saw is even equipped with a Laserguide™ line that follows the path of the blade and provides a point of reference when cutting. The laser also has a separate on/off switch, located on the tool’s body. The depth-of-cut knob raises and lowers the blade in 1/8-in. increments.

Constructed of high-impact ABS, the single-speed, 4-amp saw has a no-load speed of 3500 rpm. The trigger with lock-off switch is conveniently located beneath the barrel of the saw.A dust extraction port helps clear the work area and a parallel edge guide clamp is provided to set up consistent and accurate rip cuts.

The 7-pc. Versacut kit includes a fast-cut, 24-tooth, carbide-tipped blade (RW9231, $14.99), one smooth-cutting, 44-tooth, high-speed-steel blade (RW9229, $10.99), one Diamond tile cutting blade (RW9228, $16.99), a no-mar base plate cover, parallel edge guide, a vacuum adapter, and carrying bag. A 3-pc. blade set (RW9232K, $39.99) also is available.

Rockwell offers an optional Miter Station (RW9246, $79.99) to be used to make cross-cuts, angle, bevel and rip cuts in wood, aluminum sheets, laminates, parquet, flooring, baseboards, trim, and more.

Versacut Miter Station

Designed exclusively for the Rockwell Versacut Saw, this feature gives the Verscut the ability to make 90° crosscuts and many common miter and bevel cuts. The Miter Station base includes a track saw guide that cradles the Versacut Saw to make more precise cuts.

Constructed of composite material, the base measures 13 in. x 36 in. The base is easy to assemble and store when not in use. Its maximum cutting length for cross-cuts is 13 in. in materials up to 7/8 in. thick. The maximum cutting length for bevel cuts at 45º is 6 in. in materials up to 3/4 in. thick.

The Rockwell Versacut Saw (RK3440K, $139.99), and Rockwell Versacut Miter Station (RW9246, $79.99) are available through online Websites, including amazon.com. It also is expected to be available through various local retailers such as Lowes, Menards and independent hardware and lumber yards.

Purchase a Rockwell Versacut saw here: Rockwell-RK3440K-VersaCut-Circular-Saw

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