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Bosch GCM12SD 12” Dual-Bevel Glide Miter Saw
Issue: Issue 260
Posted Date: 10/19/2010
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Bosch's GCM12SD 12” Dual-Bevel Glide Miter Saw is the first miter saw to use the
patented Axial-Glide™ system, which replaces sliding rails with a
hinged or articulating glide arm system. The Axial-Glide folds the
articulated arm flush with the back of the saw, saving up to 12” of
workspace and enabling the saw to be operated with almost no
clearance behind it. Replacing a rail assembly with cast-aluminum
arms retains the alignment and calibration in harsh conditions, and
the 12 sealed precision ball bearings that take the place of a
sliding rail interface provide smooth travel and control at all miter
and bevel angles. A glide damper also allows users to increase or
decrease the glide action to meet their exact needs. Cutting capacity
for the GCM12SD is 14” horizontal, 6-1/2” maximum vertical
cutting capacity against the fence (for base) and 6-1/2” cutting
capacity when cutting crown molding against the fence. Two sliding
material supports are integrated into the base, which has a total
extended length of 40”. The saw has a 52˚ left and 60˚ right
miter range, with 10 adjustable miter detents and a miter detent
override. Bevel angles can be adjusted 0-47˚ left and right, with
two 33.9˚ stops built in. The GCM12SD has a 15-amp motor with 3,800
rpm and a max 3hp. Suggested pricing is $700.