Does the DWS780 have a laser?

A: There is no laser system. For $200.00 more, the DWS780 has an LED that projects a straight line shadow onto the material you are cutting..

Can I add a laser to my DeWalt miter saw?

Use the DEWALT DW7187 Heavy Duty Adjustable Miter Saw Laser System for bright and accurate laser lines on either the left or right side of your DW715 (Only Type I and Type II compatible), DW716 (Type 1-4) or DW718 (all types) 12 miter saw blade.

Does 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.

Is a laser necessary on a miter saw?

For years, miter saws have used a laser beam to mark the blade’s path across the material. It’s a premium feature, to be sure, so not every saw has it. Although they work reasonably well, they certainly don’t make accurate cuts foolproof.

Is the 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.

Can you put a laser on a miter saw?

Add a laser cutting guide to your miter saw It’s possible, and not terribly expensive. The guide fits alongside the blade, replacing the outer washer. When the saw starts running, the guide shoots a laser beam that shows exactly where the blade will cut.

Are Dewalt miter saws any good?

The miter detents are solid and effective. DeWalt does a good job with the base builds and the milling is true and flat. The feature set is pretty basic – not surprising for a Pro-targeted miter saw at this price point. There are miter angles up to 60 degrees on the right and 50 degrees to the left.

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 XPS technology?

Essentially XPS technology uses an LED to project light down either side of the blade, creating a shadow of the blade in the work area. As the blade lowers, the shadow sharpens, darkens and shows exactly how wide the cut will be once it’s made.