Does the DeWalt DWS779 have a light?

The XPS work light cut-line technology for the Dewalt DWS779 miter saw is vastly preferred by woodworking professionals over older laser light options offered on lesser miter saws. The LED light is positioned directly above the miter saw blade and casts a shadow of the blade kerf directly onto the piece being cut.

What is the difference between DeWalt 779 and 780?

This is another significant difference between the two machines. The DeWalt DWS780 has a stainless-steel detent plate with a cam lock. It also has a rail lock, which allows you to cut vertically with more success. On the other hand, the DeWalt DWS779 has a double horizontal rail with an excellent clamping system.

Does DeWalt DWS716 have a laser?

The DWS7085 LED and DW7187 Laser are designed exclusively for the: DW713 Type 1 DW715 Type 1 and 2 DW716 Type 1, 2, 3, and 4 DW717 Type 1 and 2 DW718 all Types DWS782 none DWS709 none An XPS light comes already installed in on the DWS780 and the DW716XPS and cannot be converted to the DW7187 Laser It is not recommended …

What is a shadow line on a Mitre saw?

The shadow shows you exactly where the cut will be, and is perfectly sized to the kerf of the blade when the blade is lowered and placed in contact with the work during setup. The Dewalt DWS780 was the second saw I had experienced LED shadow lighting on.

Can you add a laser light to a miter saw?

Add a laser cutting guide to your miter saw If you’ve seen those laser cutting guides on miter saws and wonder if you can add one to your old saw, take heart. It’s possible, and not terribly expensive.

Is DeWALT DWS779 discontinued?

The DeWALT DWS779 is now discontinued and selling at a reduced price. It was replaced by the DWS780 which is the updated model with some additional features. Unlike the DWS780, the DWS779 does not have the XPS light that indicates the cut line on the workpiece.

What is the difference between DeWalt DWS716 and DW716?

The DWS716 includes a dust bag and a vertical clamp. the XPS versions of the DW716 and DWS716 have a cutline built in.

Is DWS716XPS discontinued?

Dewalt has come out with a new 12″ dual bevel compound miter saw, DWS716XPS. Upon seeing this saw being described as discontinued, I reached out to Dewalt, asking for more information about the product update and changes.