SKIL 5180-01 Saw
- Saw
- 4 inches
- 30 watts
- Corded electric
- More reviewed than 68%
A corded 120 volt SKIL saw running 5300 RPM in a compact 7.2 pound body, reasonable for shop or jobsite cutting near an outlet.
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How it ranks among the 265 saws we track
4.6★ across 850 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
850 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
SKIL 5180-01 is a corded electric saw running on 120 volts at 5300 RPM, weighing 7.2 pounds with a roughly 4 inch cutting capacity, sized for corded jobsite use rather than cordless portability.
No seller description or reviews came with this listing, so the specs carry the page. A 120 volt corded motor spinning at 5300 RPM is typical of a compact circular style saw, and the carbide material note likely refers to the blade rather than the housing.
- 120 volt corded electric power
- 5300 RPM motor speed
- 7.2 pound weight
- About 4 inch cutting capacity
Who it's for
Suits someone who wants a plug in saw for repeated cuts without battery limits, in a body that stays under 8 pounds for one handed handling. Less suited to anyone working far from an outlet or wanting a cordless kit.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Corded power avoids battery downtime
- 5300 RPM for brisk cutting
- Compact 7.2 pound body
- Tethered to an outlet or extension cord
- Not suited to jobs away from power
- No reviews attached to confirm real world durability
Performance notes
At 5300 RPM the motor spins fast enough for repeated cuts in the roughly 4 inch capacity range the listing states, and the corded 120 volt supply means steady power instead of a battery that fades under load. The 13 by 9.5 by 8 inch footprint and 7.2 pound weight keep it manageable for one person.
Specifications
| Brand | Skil |
|---|---|
| Model | 5180-01 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 7.2 pounds |
| Dimensions | 13 × 9.5 × 8 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 4 inches |
| Speed | 5300 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Motor Power | 30 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Carbide |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in saws.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKIL 5180-01 SawThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 850 | 4.2 / 5 |
| DEWALT DCS334B SawDeWalt | 4.8 / 5 | 9,477 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Milwaukee 2719-20 SawMILWAUKEE | 4.8 / 5 | 6,485 | 4.5 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C SawBLACK+DECKER | 4.7 / 5 | 11,123 | 4.5 / 5 |
| PORTER-CABLE PCC670B SawPORTER-CABLE | 4.7 / 5 | 4,100 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Skil 5180-01
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the SKIL 5180-01 corded or battery powered?
It is corded electric, running on 120 volts.
What is the cutting capacity of the 5180-01?
The listing states roughly 4 inches.
How much does the SKIL 5180-01 weigh?
About 7.2 pounds.