Many people ask what the difference is between a cordless circular saw and one that has a cord on it, such as a corded circular saw. Beyond the obvious there is not a whole lot of difference between the two. There is one very noticeable difference that you will be able to notice when using a cordless circular saw. This difference is simply a matter of reduced power. Nobody has been able to make a battery pack that is able to compete with the power that you get from a circular saw with a cord. 18 volts is a far cry from the standard 120 volts you receive from an outlet. There have been cordless tools on the job for quite a few years; everything from screwdrivers to drills. When you mention the words cordless circular saw many people will be quick to look at you like you have lost your mind; the two just don't mesh well due to the fact that a cordless tool lacks sufficient power and everyone knows that to be true.

Makita Cordless Saw

There is a time and place for a cordless circular saw, this place is not designed to build an entire house with them, but they will work for small projects around the house. Let's be real until there is a way to place all of the 120 volts of a corded circular saw into the size of an 18 volt battery pack, a cordless circular saw will be at a distinct disadvantage in the way of power.

Makita Cordless Saw

All of that being said there are advancements that have been made on a cordless circular saw that many of the corded versions are not up to speed with. One of these is the side blower; this is designed in order to keep the cutting line clear of any debris that tends to cover up the cutting line when you are in the process of cutting a straight line. In addition there is the fact that the adjustments can be made on the fly as you are in the middle of a project. There is no longer a time that you have to take a lot of time away from the project that you are working on.

Using a cordless circular saw is sometimes a little tricky as there is a lot of difference in the way that the saw performs on a regular basis. No matter the brand that you are partial (i.e. the Bosch Circular Saw ) to there is sure to be a saw that is right for you and your needs. Many of the brands out there offer a lot in the way of features that allow a person ease of use. A cordless circular saw is one that will make a difference in the way that you look at a project again.

While a cordless circular saw is not right for every situation that is out there, they make the perfect tool for smaller projects. These projects are the ones that you don't want to risk cutting your cord on a small project. This is when you grab your battery pack and go to town on the project. If you are not in a massive hurry to get that doghouse built then this is the saw for you to use. A cordless circular saw has it's place on the job site, and with a little bit of respect you will be able to use it for many of the jobs that you need to do.

Advantages of a Cordless Circular Saw Vs A Corded One

Makita Cordless Saw

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Makita BML185W 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Flashlight Feature

4-positon head pivots for greater versatility
New Xenon bulb for extra brightness
Compact design -- only 11-1/8 inches in length and weighs just over 2 lbs.
1-year warranty on flashlight

Makita BML185W 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Flashlight Overview

18V 4 position head pivots for greater versatility. New Xenon bulb for extra brightness. Compact design. Uses Makita 18V lithium ion batteries. 1 year warranty.

Makita BML185W 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Flashlight Specifications

Makita's 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Flashlight delivers high illumination to wherever the job takes you. The BML185W is compact and durable, and can be powered by a Makita 18V LXT or 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Battery (sold separately). It is built to accompany the rest of the Makita LXT Series tools to the job site.

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BML185W Features

POWER - High illumination Xenon bulb emits at 4,500 Lux

CONTROL - 4-position pivoting head

COMFORT - Compact design with less weight and ergonomic grip

PERFORMANCE - Compact Li-Ion batteries charge in 15 minutes, run longer and deliver 2.5X more cycles

Battery and charger not included

Tool Specifications

Run time	up to 2 hours
Battery	18V Compact Lithium-Ion
Overall length	11-1/8"
Net weight	2.1 lbs. (w/battery)

Rugged and Versatile Design
The BML185W features a four-position head that pivots for greater versatility. The flashlight has high illumination, emitting high power at 4,500 Lux with a Xenon bulb for extra brightness. It will run for up to two hours per charge on a Makita 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Battery and up to 4.3 hours on an 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Battery (sold separately). The BML185W weighs just over two pounds (with battery, sold separately) with a compact design at 11-1/8 inches in length and an ergonomic shape that fits like a glove. It includes a shoulder strap and two Xenon flashlight bulbs. The BML185W is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best-in-class engineering.

About Makita's 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless Tool Series
As one of the pioneers driving the cordless tool revolution, Makita changed the game with its breakthrough 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Series. Three years after its debut, Makita's LXT Series has grown from seven to over 35 tools, providing a wide range of cordless solutions for professional tradesmen. Makita also added 18V Compact Lithium-Ion for cordless power in a more compact size. Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion batteries and ENERGY STAR rated Optimum Charging System provide several benefits over old battery technology. When compared to traditional 18V Ni-Cd batteries, Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion batteries have 40% less weight, longer run time, and five-times lower self-discharge to keep cells active and ready to use at any time.

Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion Battery delivers 2,000 cycles--2.5X more than Ni-Cd. In addition, built-in shock absorbing features help protect the battery, and sixteen firm-holding contact terminals deliver constant high power. During the charging process, a built-in memory chip in the battery communicates with the Optimum Charger for a more efficient charge, extending the battery life. Makita's Optimum Charger is also faster: it will charge an 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Battery in just 30 minutes, and an 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Battery in only 15 minutes. Makita also offers a Rapid Automotive Charger for 18V LXT and 18V Compact Lithium-Ion batteries that plugs into 12V DC sockets equipped in most automobiles and trucks for added mobility. Makita's growing line of LXT cordless tool solutions features a wide range of industrial-quality power tools, including driver-drills, impact drivers, impact wrenches, saws, grinders, screwguns, rotary hammers, and more. The LXT Series also offers a jobsite radio, rechargeable flashlights, and several different combo kits.

About Makita
Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are more compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best-in-Class Engineering.

Warranty
Every Makita Lithium-Ion tool is backed by Makita's 3-Year Warranty that covers repair due to defects in materials or workmanship up to three years from the date of original purchase. Makita Lithium-Ion batteries and chargers have a limited 1-Year Warranty. Please see makitatools.com for complete details.

What's in the Box
Makita BML185W 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Flashlight, shoulder strap and two flashlight xenon bulbs (battery not included).

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