The LC1230 is powered by a Makita® built 15 a motor that delivers 1300 rpm for improved performance. The quick release "tool-less" guide plate adjusts from 0 to 45 deg for quick and easy miter cutting. Cutting capacities range from 4-1/2 in at 90 deg to 3-1/2 in at 45 de. Ease of use features for improved Performance. Ease of use features include a quick release vise for secure material retention and fast repeated cut-offs, a socket wrench that stores on the base for convenient blade changes, and a shavings collection tray for easy waste disposal and a cleaner work environment. The LC1230 has a D-shaped handle with a 2-finger trigger and a lock-off button engineered to prevent accidental start-ups. The saw includes a carbide tipped blade that lasts 50X longer than abrasive wheels and is engineered to cut clean, accurate and virtually burr-free.