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It’s clear from the first glance that the Bosch Professional GCM8SJL is a solid and well-engineered mitre saw. The machining marks on the table, fence, and other components let you know that straight away. Bosch haven’t used as many cheap die-cast components on this saw. It’s stronger, straighter, and more reliable that way. Designed to cope with large bits of timber; this saw features a massive sliding saw arm, extendable table sections, and dual-zone dust extraction. It’s a big, heavy beast, but will it perform as good as it looks? I’m going to put it to the test to find out.
Like the Metabo KGS216M, the fence comes in two parts to allow the blade to pass by at extreme angles. But unlike the Metabo, the fence is incredibly solid. The heavyweight machined aluminium rails slide out of the way but don’t have the wobble that put me off the other German brand on my list. When tightened down the fence feels rigid and flat. In terms of its physical characteristics, the Bosch GCM 8 SJL weighs 17300 g, which may be considered relatively heavy compared to other saws on the market. It has dimensions of 910 mm in depth, 410 mm in height, and 460 mm in width, allowing for easy maneuverability and storage. Cutting through the CLS I tested with was as I expected. The Bosch GCM8SJL made short work of even compound cuts that might have stressed a smaller chop saw. The big motor didn’t struggle at all with the cuts, and it felt comfortable throughout. Even the best chop saw on my list comes with a long list of safety precautions to take before it’s good to use. Following the guidelines in the weighty instruction manual are essential to help avoid injury, and I’m glad they’re well laid out and studded with helpful diagrams.There are many different uses for the saw, here are a couple of common jobs that it may be used for to give you an idea of the work it can take on. A big selling point for Bosch saws is the readily available spare parts and the large dealer network for any problems or maintenance issues. As this is one of the biggest brands of high quality power mitre saws in the world you will have no problems getting advice and the parts to keep your saw running smoothly. As the ability of the saw to work in commercial settings goes up so do the safety features. While we’re reviewing this for a domestic setting, it’s a model that is very popular with professionals too. A saw that is in constant use needs to be robust for the user and needs to assist with keeping the working environment a safe place. No power tool is completely safe. However, wearing the correct level of personal protective equipment (PPE) is a great start! Always wear eye and ear protection, and make sure all loose clothing and hair is well out of the way. Make sure the saw is on level ground and clamped to the workbench before using it as well. The Bosch GCM8SJL has much improved dust management and a greater horizontal and vertical cutting capacity of its predecessor. The 312mm horizontal cutting capacity makes the saw extremely versatile and ideal for many applications. The built in laser line can be used for accurate efficient work. Supplied with a 24 tooth wood cutting blade.
The mitre angles that can be set on this saw are a step up from the PCM 8 S, allowing a 52 degree angle on the left setting and a whopping 60 degree angle on the right setting. This will allow some very tight angles to be cut. The motor will also give your saw plenty of reserve power for stubborn materials that might leave a less powerful motor struggling. This mitre saw offers a very powerful cut, giving very clean and accurate angles. The 1600 watt motor allows this saw to glide smoothly through large pieces of timber with absolute accuracy all day long. The included 216mm blade gives a large cutting size with a depth of 7cm and cutting width of 31.2 cm which will allow you to cut some large 4 by 2 inch timbers, large planks as well as the finishing touches around the house.
Bosch GCM 8 SJL 216mm 8" 1600w Professional Sliding Mitre Saw - 0601B19160
Less weight, less dust, more performance: the compact GCM 8 SJL Professional offers cleaner solutions when it comes to cutting through large workpieces. Its cutting capacity of 70 mm vertical and 312 mm horizontal makes it ideal for sawing large workpieces. With a 2-point dust extraction system, the mitre saw provides optimised dust management, allowing for a clean work area during operation. It has a light, compact and design. Turn on the laser using the switch. The laser should be aligned with the cutting line on the workpiece along its entire length, even when the tool arm is guided downward. What I will say about this saw is the quality of the materials used to construct it. The heavy gauge machined aluminium parts that make up the saw bed and extending table feel well made. The mechanisms for the mitre, bevel and slide-out rails are extremely solid. Turn on the laser using the switch. The laser should align with the cutting line on the workpiece along its entire length, even when the tool arm is guided downwards.
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