Description
Ryobi 7-¼ in. 18 Volt Brushless Circular Saw. The real workhorse of the carpentry trade, the circular saw is most known for easily cutting dimensional lumber and plywood. This particular saw is cordless!!
This circular saw’s features include:
- 18 Volt motor
- Blade Diameter 7-1/4”
- Arbor size: 5/8”
- Brushless motor
- 0-56 degree bevel capacity for cut versatility
- Adjustable depth guard for cutting: Up to 2-7/16 in. depth of cut at 0 degrees; and up to 1-3/4 in. at 45 degrees
- Die cast upper guard
- Vacuum dust adaptor–compatible with 1-7/8 in. and 1-1/4 in. hoses
- On-board LED worklight to illuminate workspace for clear cut line visibility
This item comes with a tough bag, one charger, one 4Ah battery, and one 2 Ah battery.
Also Known As: Skilsaw
Often Used With: Speed Square; Tape Measure; Straight Edge
Similar To: Circular Saws
Intended Uses
This circular saw is designed for cutting all types of wood products (lumber, plywood, paneling, composition board, and hard board), cross cutting/rip cutting wood products, bevel cutting wood products, pocket cutting wood products.
Special Instructions
Please do not use abrasive wheels or blades with this saw!
Tool Resources
Diagram
Image source: Operator's Manual
Instructions
Remember: set the blade depth to only about an ⅛ inch beyond the thickness of the workpiece to avoid kickback and the possibility of the blade catching or cutting something underneath the workpiece.
Resources
- PDF: Operator’s Manual
- Video: “How to use a circular saw for beginners - Part 1” by Training Hands Academy (4:21m). This is a great beginner walk-around of the circular saw.
- Video: “How to use a circular saw for beginners - Part 2” by Training Hands Academy (9:44m). Covers how to use the saw safely--don’t miss this one!
This tool was donated: Thank you, NY Websters!!