Hitachi Circular Saw Review
General Product Information
The Hitachi C18DLP4 is a circular saw that offers a number of innovative features as well as steady and reliable performance. Offering full compatibility with other batteries in the Hitachi line of 18 V power tools, the Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw is tremendously versatile and flexible.
Hitachi C18DLP4 18-Volt Lithium Ion Inch Circular Saw
And with a number of features that greatly increase its safety and comfort as well as enhance its performance, the Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw is just as well suited to casual users as it is to more demanding cutting applications. The Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw also comes at a relatively low price, further boosting its already impressive bang-for-the-buck performance.
Main Selling Points
The Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw accommodates three types of batteries in the Hitachi line: the Li Ion, the NiCd and the NiMH 18v batteries. This gives you a far greater range of options in terms of powering your Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw compared to other circular saws in its class.
The Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw features a uniquely designed left mounted 6 1/2 inch blade that provides a quick and easy way to change the blades safely. Unlike many other circular saws in this class, changing the battery and the blade is easy enough to perform even for most novice users.
Given the powerful performance and unique features of the Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw, you will probably want to use it for extended periods. Thankfully, the unit also comes with soft elastomer grips that allow you to use it for long hours without any discomfort and user fatigue. And with the fan mechanism that ensures cool and controlled operation, you can definitely get a lot of mileage out of the Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw even on a single charge.
Numerous other useful touches are included as well, the most important of which help ensure the safety of the user. The Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw comes with a powerful electric brake for instance, that can safely stop forward movement within seconds. The unit also has a useful as spotlight that helps improve visibility even during low light applications.
Product Details/Features
1. Full compatibility with Hitachi Lithium Ion, NiCd and NiMH batteries
2. Convenient left-mounted 6-1/2-inch blade allows for easy access
3. Powerful Electric brake
4. Built-in spotlight
5. Adjustable Bevel angle
What’s in the Box
1. Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw
Customer Reviews
Most customers were clearly satisfied with the overall performance and reliability of the Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw. Most users have no trouble using the Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw for a wide range of different cutting jobs.
Nevertheless, there have been quite a few customers who expressed disappointment with the unit’s relatively low power. One user has since reported merely relegating the Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw to light sawing duties, using his more powerful tools for more demanding tasks. Needless to say, this user won’t be purchasing another Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw anytime soon.
Not all the reviews were quite so negative, and one user did report favorable results using the Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw only occasionally on weekends. This customer particularly appreciated the fact that the unit takes Li batteries, which for him was a considerable improvement over older nickel cadmium battery packs. The same user also liked the built-in spotlight that allows him to line up the cutting marks more easily. For this user, the Hitachi C18DLP4 circular saw offers steady and reliable operation that is particularly suited for situations where a hand saw or an electric powered saw would be too difficult or impractical.