Makita 5007MG Magnesium Circular Saw 7-1/4 Inch
- 7-1/4 in blade, corded 120 volts
- 15 amp motor, 5,800 RPM
- 2-1/2 in cut depth at 90 degrees
- 0 to 56 degree bevel, stops at 22.5 and 45
- 10.6 lb with magnesium components
- Two built-in LED lights plus a dust blower on the cut line
- 24T carbide-tipped blade, case, hex wrench and rip fence included
- 1 year warranty
Updated 21 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A corded framing saw with deep cuts, a wide bevel range, a lit and cleared cut line and a light magnesium build. The cord ties it to an outlet or generator, so work far from power is harder.
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ASIN: B000N5SVEYModel: 5007MGCategory: Circular Saws
Overview
On a framing jobsite or deck build, the Makita magnesium circular saw rips plywood and crosscuts dimensional and engineered lumber. A corded industrial motor drives the blade while twin lights and a dust blower show the line.
Magnesium parts take weight out of the housing, so the saw balances well through long runs of repeated cuts. Gloved hands get extra room at the rear handle, and the blade and scale are easier to see. You still need a cord run to every cut.
Who it's for
Framing walls, floors and roofs, or ripping sheet goods, is the core job this saw targets. Occasional DIY users who cut a few boards a year, or anyone without steady power, would be better served by a lighter battery model.
Pros and cons
- Wide bevel range with two positive stops
- Twin LED lights mark the cut line
- Dust blower clears the line of cut
- Magnesium components trim weight
- Corded, needs an outlet or generator
- Listing gives two different weights
- Electric brake not listed
Performance notes
Cut speed comes from the industrial motor holding blade speed under load, and the coated framing blade sheds heat and pitch so it drags less in resinous stock. Its carbide tips are set to survive nails buried in wood. Accuracy comes from the lights and blower keeping the line visible, plus the wider gap between blade and housing for a clear view of the scale.
Specifications
| Brand | MAKITA |
|---|---|
| Model | 5007MG |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Makita 5007MG cordless?
No. It is a corded electric saw rated at 120 volts, so it needs an outlet, extension cord or generator.
Can the Makita 5007MG cut engineered lumber like LVL?
Yes. Makita lists it for LVL, PSL, I-joists, headers and microlams, plus ripping plywood, OSB, particle board and dense structural panels.
Can the Makita 5007MG make plunge cuts?
The description lists plunge and bevel cutting among its applications.
Why does the Makita 5007MG listing show two weights?
The bullets give 10.6 pounds and the description gives 10.1 pounds. Expect a figure close to either.