Customer Reviews and Photos for:
Infiniter® RS-1 Laser Cutting Guide
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Average Rating:
3.6
(117 customer reviews)
$29.99
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1) Submitted by
Bruce from CA
on 12/29/2012
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I recently acquired a used Ridgid 12” compound chop saw I think one generation old and thought I would transfer the RS-1 laser from my old 10” chop saw. I knew it was not supposed to work with the Ridgid saw but thought I would try it anyway. The laser fit over the shaft perfectly and the only issue was that the hole in the RS-1 was too small for the Ridgid blade retaining bolt. I was able to drill out the hole in the RS-1 and it now works perfectly. The RS-1 has always worked well and shows the edge of the blade quite accurately.
Areas for improvement:
1. The line is fairly wide and not suitable for super precise trim work, but for most work it is just fine.
2. The laser is visible enough in the garage but becomes hard to see outside in direct sunlight.
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2) Submitted by
Ron, from Foresthilll, CA
on 2/12/2012
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I recieved my RS-1 laser guide yesterday. I put it on my Dewalt DW705purchased in 1999 without any problem, it fits right on. I did have a problem with laser guide it didn't work at first. My son found the problem was in one of the contact taps located where the batteries fit in. He had to bend the tap out a little so it made contact with the battery. Works perfect, I'm very happy with this product.
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3) Submitted by
Mike Rosenstock, from Sandia Park, NM
on 11/13/2011
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Just like the literature indicated, it does not fit older Dewalt 705 saws. I solved the problem by adding two washers to space the guard out a bit. Now it fits. The line is "spot on" with my saw. Just have to be within an inch of the material per the instructions.
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4) Submitted by
Jim, from Jeffersonville, OHIO
on 7/28/2011
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Excellent product. The line falls right on the edge of my zero clearance insert. That tells me it's right on the mark. This is a MUCH better laser line than the Irwin which I bought and was totally unsatisfied with. I would recommend this laser guide to anyone who needs it. Installation took all of 2 minutes.
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5) Submitted by
Tim, from Bellows Falls, VT
on 4/26/2011
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Bosch 3915 sliding miter saw - took longer to get it out of the package than it did to put it on the saw. Laser line is dead on. Works great!
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6) Submitted by
Bob, from Erie, PA
on 9/16/2010
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Just arrived and was very easy to assemble. As for the batteriers, I just cut the plastic next to the batteries and they just popped out! All I can say is that it is the BEST product that I ever purchased. Up and running in 5 minutes.
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7) Submitted by
Fred MacDonald, from Norwell, MA
on 1/8/2010
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Bought it on sale for 1/2 price, installed it on my 20 year old Hitachi 10" chop saw. As with others the toughest part was getting the batteries out of the packaging! Once on it was dead accurate. I can't believe how great this is compared to slowly cutting your way up to my mark. Once again, too bad you can only give it 5 stars as this is has made my miter saw way more user friendly!
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8) Submitted by
Rod Truszkowski, from Lansing, IL
on 1/2/2010
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Easy to add to my saw and was off and cutting.
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9) Submitted by
Andrew, from Plano, TX
on 1/3/2010
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I'm assuming it's because I have a very entry-level miter saw that has a clear blade guard (Chicago Electric, from Harbor Freight), but I had to stop using this because the laser would catch me in the eyes while sawing. I'll probably give it a shot in my circular saw where that shouldn't be an issue.
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10) Submitted by
Mike Simpson, from Tulsa, OK
on 1/6/2010
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I use this on my miter saw and it works excellent, I have been buying from Rockler for around 10 years and their service and products have been better then anyone could ask for. I look forward ordering from them,Keep up the vary good work.
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11) Submitted by
Jay Humphrey, from Austin, TEXAS
on 1/4/2010
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I purchased the RS-1 laser a bit unsure that it would work with my pre-2005 DeWalt DW705 miter saw (not DW705S). I am very pleased that it installed easily with no modifications to the saw and works perfectly. The guide line is bright and spot on for accurate cuts. Getting it on sale is a bonus and with free shipping, the decision was easy.
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12) Submitted by
Phil Dickey, from Payson, AZ
on 11/14/2009
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This is GREAT! My cheap miter saw has a slight amount of play if I apply side pressure when cutting but, with the laser guide it is easy to keep on the mark. In fact, I find it a great time-saver because I don't have to draw a complete line across the board for most cuts. just make sure the laser lines up on the mark. Between this laser guide and a brand new blade, my old cheap saw is wonderful to work with.
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13) Submitted by
Bill Chapman, from Rockport, ME
on 10/12/2009
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The laser that came with my Bosch miter saw was always between 1/16 and 3/32 off and then quit completely. This one is dead on. No more double marking and hoping I'd get it exactly right. Just get the laser line on the cut line and the cut is accurate the first time.
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14) Submitted by
Carroll Howell, from Timmonsville, SC
on 8/9/2009
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Works great on my Milwaukee compound miter saw, but you do have to use it in the shade to see the laser.
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15) Submitted by
Harry Hall, from Georgetown, OH
on 7/8/2009
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Works great on my miter saw, makes work faster, and time is money, on my side jobs!
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16) Submitted by
David Hodes, from Yardley, PA
on 12/24/2009
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I received my first ordered laser guide a few weeks before Christmas and I could not see the line. I called Rockler and they immediately shipped me out a replacement that I received a few days prior to Christmas. This guide works perfectly and is far superior in accuracy to the original factory unit that came with my Bosch Miter Saw. Rockler really backs their product and provides superior service.
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17) Submitted by
Joe Jacobs, from Virginia Beach, VA
on 8/24/2009
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The laser installed as advertised and bench tested perfectly. It never worked again from the very first cut. For me it was a total waste of $.
Editor's note: There is no need to consider this a waste Joe. Our customer service team at 800-376-7856 is available to assist you with arranging a replacement, and as always we offer a 90 day return policy so the item could be returned for refund if you prefer.
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18) Submitted by
Alan Pollack, from Santa Ana, CA
on 7/6/2009
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I bought for my DeWalt Miter Saw (model DW705) and the instructions say it is not for the DW705S. Before I install will it work.
Editor's note: This guide will not be compatible with DeWalt DW705 or DW705S produced before 2005.
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19) Submitted by
Neil Sjulson, from Mequon, WI
on 7/6/2009
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I wasn't sure if it would work on my older Dewalt power miter box. But, it fit right in place. When I turn it on, it projects a line immediately to the left of where the cut will be. It speeds up the cutting by my knowing exactly where the cut will be. I also know that if there is no red line on my fingers, they will be safe.
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20) Submitted by
Jewel, from Layton, TX
on 7/6/2009
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I have used other laser guides before, and they were alright. However, they had to be used indoors to be seen well. I used this one outdoors, on my 10 inch miter say, and the line was very clear. I would definitely recommend this product.
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21) Submitted by
Tom Gahan, from Iowa City, IA
on 7/4/2009
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I got this produce for my new 12" miter saw and it works great. It was easy to prep and intall, except the packaging was a little stubborn. The laser line is bright, sharp, and is very accurate. And being on sale was an added bonus too.
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22) Submitted by
Chris, from Vancouver, WA
on 7/2/2009
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I put this on my Makita LS1011 miter saw. The clearance must have been too tight between the face of the laser guide and the saw guard mechanism because the label immediately was ripped off when I started the saw. I never did see the laser pattern when the blade ran. I gave the laser tool to my son to try on his Ryobi saw.
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23) Submitted by
Wes Perreira, from Hilo, HI
on 12/16/2009
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Not all aftermarket products will fit "everything" but with a little bit of thought and ingenuity you can make it work without compromising the safety or integrity of the machine.
I bought two and the first one installed fast and easy on my Craftsmam 10" miter saw. Did not fit my Craftsman 10" radial saw, but a quick trip to my drill press with a 5/8" drill bit fixed that pronto. Works great on both machines.
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24) Submitted by
Dennis M Crawford, from Palm Harbor, FL
on 7/2/2009
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I put off buying this product because I was skeptical about how it would work. I should have purchased it sooner. It was very easy to install and works like a charm.
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25) Submitted by
Roger Teal, from West Frankfort, IL
on 12/12/2009
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For those who have a Makita L1013 compound sliding mitre saw take the guard off and grind off about 1/16 to a 1/8 off the inside of the guard and the laser guide works just fine and it does not hinder the guards ability in any way. Love the product
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26) Submitted by
Paul Simonton, from St Joseph, MI
on 6/29/2009
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This is a great product for the money. I put it on my chop saw and it is very accurate. I love it.
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27) Submitted by
JGough, from San Antonio, TX
on 5/14/2009
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Great product, the first one I've seen that actually works as advertised and at a great price. Easy to install, it took more time to get it out of the bubble pack than it took to install.
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28) Submitted by
William Sawyer, from Land o Lakes, FL
on 5/14/2009
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What else can I say? I was very skeptical. Installed the unit and it worked as stated. Delighted. This was installed on my DW708 (12" sliding miter saw). The greatest challenge was getting the unit and bats out of the blister pack...whew!!
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29) Submitted by
Don Warner, from Lakewood, CO
on 7/5/2009
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I was expecting a 5/8" diameter hole that would fit my saws. That was not the case and I had to return both guides that I had ordered.
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30) Submitted by
Blane Wasylewski, from Elmira, MI
on 5/2/2010
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I installed this on my Dewalt DW703 Compound Miter Saw and it is dead on. I was a little apprehensive about purchasing based on some of the product reviews, but have been satisfied thus far. It may not perform as well on other brands of saws but, if you have the DW703, it would be a welcome addition. I have not used it in the bright sun yet, so can't address that issue, although I doubt that any of these type of products would work well in those conditions. However, indoor use is as advertised.
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31) Submitted by
Woody, from Dallas, TX
on 4/13/2009
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After installing this product on my Dewalt 378 Circular Saw, the line was off exactly 1/8". After reading the reviews, I noticed a few other people had a similar problem. After I removed the original outer washer, the exposed shaft was about 3/16" shorter than the thickness of the laser guide. When I torqued down the nut, the laser guide bowed ever so slighty, but it is enough to move the laser outward 1/8" at the cutting edge of the blade. I was thinking that I could just add 1/8" on to all my measurements and live with it, but that isn't the case because this increment would change depending on the thickness of the wood. The thicker the wood, the closer the top surface of the wood is to the motor shaft/laser guide. It works great so I put it on my compund sliding miter saw instead. I would have rated it a 5 if they would have provided a spacer.
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32) Submitted by
Christopher Duncan, from Beloit, OH
on 6/29/2009
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I am disappointed at how dim the lazer is. I tested the batteries and they all showed at least at 1.5 volts, Rockler promptly shipped a replacement. It was not as bright as the first. After spending over $17.00 on new batteries at Radio Shack I've resigned myself to the fact that this may be useful in the shadows of the shop but not outside in daylight. The packaging says "Bright Precise Beam". It may be bright in the dark but not on the job in a real world application (on my DeWalt chop saw).
Further, the lazer is almost an 1/8" off the mark. With practice you can get close, but if you want true precision you still have to eye the blade to the mark.
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33) Submitted by
Don Knull, from Granite Falls, WA
on 4/11/2009
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I bought two of these because of the great price, and reading these reviews helped me know it would fit my saws. The first one went on my DeWalt 12" DW708 sliding compound miter saw. It was a very easy installation, and it worked very well.
The one comment I would make is that the instructions say that it is aligned for the cut position when the blade is at the upmost position or 5 inches from the material. This was not correct in my case. For one thing you cannot see the line in this position because the blade guard is in the way. Moving the blade an inch down gets the guard out of the way, but the line is off the mark by maybe 1/32". The line moves sideways as the blade moves down. This is well documented in the instructions, by the way. Moving the blade downward to an inch or so above the material got the laser line perfectly aligned with the cut. I am comfortable with this position for adjusting the board, but it is a bit more risky than having the blade at the top.
My second unit went on my Porter Cable 7-1/2" circular saw. Again, it installed easily and worked as expected. However, with this saw the laser line is almost not visible on the top surface of the board. It is bright and sharp on the front edge of the board, so marking the board needs to be right at the leading corner or on the front side rather than on top.
Finally a note about the packaging - as others have said, it's a challenge - there is a well-known consumer reporting magazine that grants annual "Oyster Awards" for various products, and this is a good candidate. However, with perseverance and a sharp pair of scissors it can be done, and it's worth it.
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34) Submitted by
Bill Suszka, from Alden, NY
on 4/12/2009
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I installed this on a Porter-cable 12" miter saw and the laser line isa good 3/16ths away from the blade. There is no adjustment and the blade guard almost touches the lock bolt.
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35) Submitted by
Joe Hale, from Saybrook, IL
on 3/19/2009
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I installed this on my Craftsmen Compound Sliding Miter Saw. I have had this saw for many years and I always wished it had a laser guide on it. With a little modification to the guard it went right on and works great. Made the saw like a new one again. Very good product.
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36) Submitted by
Bill, from Taylor, MI
on 4/12/2009
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This laser guide will not fit on a Makita L1013 compound sliding mitre saw. Unit hits the blade guard. Will have to find another saw that I can use this on.
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37) Submitted by
John, from Upper Gwynedd, PA
on 2/3/2009
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Installs in minutes. Accurate line for cuts. Fantastic product.
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38) Submitted by
Dan Chernoff, from Saratoga Springs, NY
on 12/11/2009
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Does not fit Bosch 3915 sliding compound miter saw with standard thickness blade: the guide is thicker than the regular blade washer and causes the blade retaining bolt to contact the blade guard. Could not evaluate accuracy of line, but concerned that there is no way to adjust position of laser line if it is not correct out of the box.
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39) Submitted by
Bryan Pease, from Dacula, GA
on 1/24/2009
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Installed the Laser Cutting Guide on my mitre saw and it has performed admirably. Easy to install, easy to use. Accurate and affordable. Have already recommended to others!
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40) Submitted by
Dave Witt, from Dayton, OH
on 1/13/2009
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I have this installed on my mitre saw, It's a snap to install and works great. I'm going to buy a second one for my circular saw. Rockler Rocks
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41) Submitted by
Nathan, from Evansville, WI
on 12/7/2008
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I've been using the laser guide on my mitre saw for three months and it's the best thing since sliced bread. It's easy to install and required no adjustment. Great product. Thanks Rockler.
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42) Submitted by
S, from Seattle, WA
on 11/28/2008
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Great product, simple to install and works like a charm. I've rcommended it to all my friends and several have purchased it.
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43) Submitted by
Peter Markey, from Atlanta, GA
on 7/8/2009
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Does not work real well on Dewalt Circular Saw 369, the foot of the saw blocks the laser for the most part.
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44) Submitted by
John Borysewicz, from Grand Blanc, MI
on 12/7/2009
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If you have a Makita LS1011 saw, this type of laser "nut" will not work for you. The blade guard mechanism will not allow you to mount it. Tried a similar style of laser I got from Rockler a couple of years ago. Had to return it. The device, itself, may be great, but check your blade guard mechanism, relative to the arbor bolt, before buying one.
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45) Submitted by
M, from Sterling Heights, MI
on 11/21/2008
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Easily installed. Instructions were clear. Worked as advertised. Shipping was prompt. Easy to install on a Sears ten inch mitre saw.
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46) Submitted by
J, from Chuluota, FL
on 11/19/2008
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Easily installed. Instructions were clear. Worked as advertised. I have a Bosch 10 inch sliding compound mitre saw and have had no problems.
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47) Submitted by
Tim Rogers, from Brunswick, GA
on 11/10/2008
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Excellant product. Fit perfect on my Dewalt compound miter saw and was accurate with no adjustments. Can't ask for more than that!
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48) Submitted by
Roger Ball
on 10/18/2008
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I have been using a Rexon sliding compound miter saw for a few years. I have tried several different lasers on the saw. None of the lasers have done the job. When I saw the advert for this laser it looked good. Now I have it fitted I realise how good it is. The only problem is I can't give a 10 star rating so five will have to do. I wish the laser was sold in the UK but with Rockler that is not a problem. Well done Rockler, keep up the good work,
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49) Submitted by
C.B. Thorsness, from Livermore, CA
on 4/24/2009
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Installed the guide on a Dewalt compound miter saw. The guide line is essentially useless. It moves a considerable distance as the saw is lowered and when it is near the work surface its location is more than an 1/8" from the cut line. A quick eyeball placement of the material to be cut is far superior to the use of the guide.
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50) Submitted by
William J Moreau, from Beaver Dam, WI
on 10/10/2008
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I found out about the Infiniter RS-1 Laser Cutting Guide in one of my handyman magazines. They rated it quite high, so I ordered two of them. I have a 10" Delta compound miter saw which has its own stand. It is an awesome unit. But it didn't have a laser. Now it does. I had to temporarily remove the screws for the blade guard so I could exchange the washer for the laser guide. But, once I got everything back to working order and fired up the saw, It was amazing. I couldn't believe my eyes. It has a nice thin, bright beam of light that shows way ahead of the blade and shows right beside the blade. It works exactly as it is supposed to. My only trouble is that I bought one for my relatively new Bosch circle saw. But when I removed the bolt from the shaft, I saw that that shaft was square. My craftsman radial arms shaft and that of my Milwaukee circle saw are round. So I have a spare, because its such a cool tool that I am not about to return it. Now, I will find out how well my new tool holds up.
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51) Submitted by
Daryl Steiner, from Longmont, CO
on 8/14/2008
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I have a Dewalt 708 Slididng Compound Miter saw that I have been trying for years to get a lazer guide for, even Dewalt does not make one that will work with my model. I came across the advertisement for the Inifiniter RS-1 and took a chance. It is great! Fits like it was made for my saw. It is worth the price and then some. The only drawback I have noticed is that you can't see the lazer in bright sunlight, but I don't think you could see ANY lazer product in the sunlight. Anyhow, I am very happy and satisfied with the purchase.
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52) Submitted by
Bill Zieser, from Leland, IA
on 8/4/2008
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I installed it on my 10 inch miter saw and it work 4 or 5 times then stopped working. It worked occasionally after that. I returned it for a replacement. Hopefully the replacement works better than the first one
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53) Submitted by
Alan Rowley, from Apple Valley, CA
on 4/19/2009
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It will not fit on either of my 10" saws with 5/8" arbors. I am really disappointed that the information was not more detailed. If your saw arbor is 5/8" and does not have two flat sides, opposite one another [ie. 180 degrees apart], this unit won't work. Period. I bought these for stationary saws, not a powered 7 1/4" framing saw.
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54) Submitted by
Jerry, from San Jose, CA
on 8/3/2008
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It's great when a product works as advertised. I installed mine on a 10 inch Delta chop saw with no problem.
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55) Submitted by
Scott, from Smithville Flats, NY
on 7/28/2008
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The guide was easy to install, but did not work well. The mark was a good quarter inch off the mark on my 12 inch saw miter saw. Perhaps it works well enough on smaller saws, but I would not recommend for a 12 inch saw.
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56) Submitted by
L. Colón, from Bushkill, PA
on 7/27/2008
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Order was received promptly and installing on my Dewalt 10" chop saw was a snap. Works like a charm.
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57) Submitted by
Bob Ziel, from Prairie du Chien, WI
on 7/9/2008
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I installed the infiniter on my Master Mechanic 8.5 inch compound slider miter and it worked like a charm. Installation wasn't a problem at all. Works Great!
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58) Submitted by
Paul Sheldon, from Tonawanda, NY
on 7/6/2008
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I have an early model Bosch 3915 sliding compound miter saw. Other laser guides won't fit. This one works great as long as you notice you need to reverse the installation from the initial instructions to fit the oblong motor shaft. This puts the laser line right at the edge of the saw blade.
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59) Submitted by
Raymond Suydam, from Chardon, OH
on 7/3/2008
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Very difficult to get out of package but very easy to install on saw. Cut right on the lazer line as advertised.
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60) Submitted by
Bob Holmes, from Wooster, OH
on 7/2/2008
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Easy to put on my miter saw, after I got the guard out of the way. Works great. Getting laser and batteries out of packaging the most challenging task you should face.
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61) Submitted by
Wayne, from Owego, NY
on 4/25/2009
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I had another brand of laser guide but it only worked part of the time. This one seems to do a much better job,was easy to install and was one third the price of my old one.
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62) Submitted by
Don Johnson, from East Greenbush, NY
on 4/24/2009
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Does not fit on my Craftsman Sawmill circular saw which has a 5/8 shaft with only one flat side. The hole is also too small for the arbor bolt. I'm hoping it will fit the Milwaukee I just ordered on Amazon, or I'll have a second guide for my Bosch 10 inch sliding miter.
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63) Submitted by
Bill, from Long Beach, WA
on 7/1/2008
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Installed it on a 10" Makita chopsaw works great but had heel of a time getting it out of the package.
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64) Submitted by
Joe Olivo, from Salisbury Mills, NY
on 6/30/2008
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Installed on 10" Makita and 12" Dewalt (compound) boxes and the laser add on works like a charm.
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65) Submitted by
Bruce Holcomb, from Stillwater, MN
on 5/4/2008
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I have an older Craftsman sliding compound miter saw. When I first tried to install the guide it would not fit between the cast aluminum upper blade guard and the shaft. However, a little judicious work with a file eased the edge of the guard enough to install the guide. Once on, it was dead-on accurate.
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66) Submitted by
Tom, from Columbus, OH
on 4/11/2008
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I have an older Delta 12" Compound Miter saw and this guide works great. I was contemplating upgrading to a newer saw, but not any more.
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67) Submitted by
Matt R, from Lake City, AR
on 4/1/2008
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Works great right out of the package! But the package needs a lot of work. Took longer to get it out of the package than it did to install. Works great!
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68) Submitted by
Jerry Cooksey, from Anaheim, CA
on 3/20/2008
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The first laser guide that I bought was dropped while I was struggling to get it out of the package. When I installed the guide it would wander and not hold a straight line. To be fair I bought another and installed it on my Porter Cable 12" compound miter. It works fantastically. I am glad that I took a chance and bought another one. The package needs to be worked on.
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69) Submitted by
Gene Hejduk, from Oklahoma City, , OK
on 3/18/2008
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I installed on my 10" Bosch sliding compound miter. It is a great tool, cuts dead on. The packaging needs some work, took longer to get out of the package than by far to install on the saw. Overall a good add on tool.
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70) Submitted by
Thomas Orr, from Miami , FL
on 12/19/2009
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Just installed on my Dewalt DW 705 miter saw. Works perfectly & accurately.
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71) Submitted by
Mike, from Menifee, CA
on 3/18/2008
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I put it on, tightened the bolt, started it up and the alignment was right on. The really hard part was getting it out of the plastic packaging, especially the little batteries!
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72) Submitted by
Charles Irvin, from Centerville, OH
on 3/18/2008
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I ordered it to fit my 12-inch Porter Cable Miter saw, only to discover it did not fit 5/8-inch shafts. Further more, it doesn't appear that there was room for it to fit between the blade, nut and the plastic guard. I have returned it for a refund. Was the metal in it really strong enough to tighten down against a 10-/12-inch blade?
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73) Submitted by
Shawn Wagner, from Leavenworth , KS
on 10/3/2008
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I read about this product in a home improvement magizine. I tried to find out which saw's this laser would go on, before I ordered it. It stated that it fit most saw's. So, I ordered it and it failed to fit my Craftsman saw and the other hand saw I have. I still haven't tried it on the miter saw yet, I just hope it fit's that one! I bought it to fix my hand saw's because that's where I need the most correction when sawing. I always draw a line but, it's would of been nice to have the laser unsteady hand sawing. I overall, have yet to get it to work, and I was so disappointed, I just left it sitting on my tool bench.
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74) Submitted by
Joe , from Livonia, MI
on 8/15/2008
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I rated this a poor product because I cannot use it. I have a Craftsman circular saw. The saw spindle is of a round design with one squared off side. This laser washer has two squared of sides. It wasn't until I took the package apart, placed the batteries into the laser cutting guide, and attempted to install it that I found out that it would not fit.
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75) Submitted by
Bill Ahillen, from Inverness, IL
on 3/18/2008
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I bought this laser to put on my Makita LS1214F 12" miter saw. It won't work because of the diameter of the center bolt and the thickness of the laser interfers with the blade shield. Its a nicely designed unit but I will have to use it on a different saw. I didn't see the documentation when I ordered indicated it was not compatible with a Makita LS1221 and it should have been a clue. Check compatibility closely.
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76) Submitted by
Bob Horwath, from Hackettstown, NJ
on 3/18/2008
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I have always wanted to buy a laser cutting guide for my chop saw and finally did. I was concerned about its accuracy but I used it yesterday and to my surprise, it is very accurate and it works very well. I am very happy with this product, thank you.
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77) Submitted by
Rick Evans, from Nampa, ID
on 3/18/2008
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It won't fit my saw, Craftsman 10" miter saw.
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78) Submitted by
Richard Besemer, from Tucson, AZ
on 3/17/2008
Customer Rating:
Information on the center hole should be included. I assumed a 5/5" hole but it comes with a race track hole that fits a hand [power miter] saw. Instead of using it on my radial arm saw I used it on mr Dewalt hand [power miter] saw and it worked well there.
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79) Submitted by
Paul Thibodeau, from Reed City, MI
on 8/19/2008
Customer Rating:
I recently purchased two RS-1 Laser Cutting Guides. The guides as delivered did not fit either application that they were bought for. The guides come with 5/8 double flat center hole. My Craftsman has a 5/8 single flat shaft. With that one flat on the Laser guide was cut out and it works perfictly. The other guide was bored out to fit my 10 inch Radial arm saw which has a solid 5/8 shaft. Both are working very well and I am more then satisfied.
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80) Submitted by
Mark
on 3/7/2010
Customer Rating:
Whoever designed the packaging on this should be forced to try and open it him/herself. Terribly difficult. I installed this on my Bosch 3915 easily. Only problem it misses my actual cut line by 3/32. I can eyeball the blade location better than that. I saw no means of adjusting the location of the laser line, so I assume it's not possible. The line is off to the left of the mark, so shimming won't do it (I guess). It is going back.
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81) Submitted by
Mike Shapiro, from Venice, FL
on 3/5/2008
Customer Rating:
Put it on, tightened the bolt, started it up and the alignment was right on. The hardest part was getting it out of the plastic packaging.
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82) Submitted by
Scott, from Smithville Flats, NY
on 7/24/2008
Customer Rating:
The device did not work with my 12" chop saw. I was very disappointed with the overall performance.
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83) Submitted by
David Smith, from Atco , NJ
on 8/13/2008
Customer Rating:
I have Craftsman miter and circular saws...literature do not list these as models for which the lasers would not fit...now I have to return them (unused).
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84) Submitted by
Dave Hutchins, from Wilmington, DE
on 2/29/2008
Customer Rating:
I mounted the RS-1 on my DeWalt DW703 & it fits like it was engineered especially for my saw & works excellent. The only drawback is that the RS-1 is kind of dificult to remove from the package but well worth the struggle. Laser line is dead on the mark. Makes miter saw cuts a lot simpler & more accurate.
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85) Submitted by
Alan, from Houston, TX
on 12/26/2007
Customer Rating:
This laser works just as described. I installed it on my Ryobe TS341 10" miter saw. There appears to be an adjustment screw behind a pop-out on the rim of the body, so even if it was off a bit, it should be easy enough to adjust.
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86) Submitted by
Jerry Carubia, from Mingo Junction, OH
on 6/28/2008
I was sorry that I had to return my laser cutting guide, but it would not fit on my Delta 10 in miter saw, it would not clear the blade guard. I was disappointed that it did not work, it really was a quality product.
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87) Submitted by
Gordon Lanker, from Kalamazoo, MI
on 12/3/2007
Customer Rating:
Great product. Laser line is dead on and has moderized my chop saw. If only it would fit my older skill saw and radial arm I would be way ahead in time saved.
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88) Submitted by
David, from Gualala, CA
on 12/2/2007
Customer Rating:
I saw the reviews for others that didn't put the laser line on the cut. I bought this one based on the reviews I read here. I put it on my Bosch 3915 slider and it projects the line a good 1/8" to the left. What's up? What did I do wrong?
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89) Submitted by
Carl, from Bethel Park, PA
on 11/18/2007
Customer Rating:
Extremely happy with this purchase. Installed and my first cut matched perfectly with the projected Laser mark. I returned two of the higher cost Irwins. Both were left of cut by a sixteenth or so. Even Irwin sent a reply to my disappointment, stating that they were designed to be left of the cut by a sixteenth. Take note, the Infiniter would be a Great buy at twice the price.
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90) Submitted by
Garrett, from Elverson, PA
on 11/2/2007
Customer Rating:
Very easy installation and the laser makes hitting the mark "spot on" every time. This reduces cutting time noticeably. A small down side might be a little more opportunity for blade flex since the laser is not as robust as the washer on my DeWalt miter saw.
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91) Submitted by
Hank Druckerman, from Bluffton, SC
on 4/13/2007
Inexpensive, easy to install and accurate. Moved my older Bosch 3915 sliding compound miter saw " laser light years" ahead.
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92) Submitted by
Joseph Culmone, from Palm Harbor, FL.
on 7/31/2006
I ordered and when it came I put on my 10" Delta compound miter saw and tried it out. It was easy to install and works well. I highly recommend it.
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93) Submitted by
Sam, from Issaquah, WA
on 7/2/2006
Adding a Laser Guide to my 10 inch Delta Sidekick sliding miter saw was well worth the money. The setup was quick and easy and it works as advertised. Highly recommended.
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94) Submitted by
Jack Langdon, from Asheville, NC
on 3/7/2008
Customer Rating:
I bought for my 10" Makita sliding miter saw - but it will not fit. I installed it on my skill saw. It projects a nice clear line about 3/16 from the cut. There is no adjustment. Having a line parallel to your mark is of some small benefit and you have to wreck the packaging to try it out so I won't try send it back. Not the best $20 I ever spent by far.
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95) Submitted by
NH woodworker, from Southern, NH
on 2/6/2010
Customer Rating:
I bought this laser guide for my 10" Delta miter saw #36-085. It bolts up easily, laser is right on the money. It works great.
Downfalls with my saw... Guide is much thicker than the blade washer (which it replaces).
-Because it's so thick, the head of the blade bolt rubs againt the safety shield.
-Also, the blade bolt only engages a few threads into the center hub, which concerns me. I don't feel safe using it. Having an incredibly difficult time finding a longer bolt (Metric M8 X 1.25).
Hoping I can find a bolt from another saw which fits.
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96) Submitted by
James Prohs, from East Moline, IL
on 9/17/2007
Customer Rating:
I tried to get one that worked. I think it would be great. However, I gave up on the second try. It may be that Rockler received a bad batch, but I got tired of it.
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97) Submitted by
Dave Dziamarski, from Antigo, WI
on 2/24/2007
I was amazed on how well this item worked on my DW708 Dewalt 12' sliding miter saw. Inexpensive and Quality...how often do you see those two words in a description?!
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98) Submitted by
Dave Harris, from Lakeland, FL
on 1/10/2007
Easily installed on my Bosch 3915. Works as advertised.
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99) Submitted by
Gharlie Gabaldon, from Whittier, CA
on 1/26/2008
Customer Rating:
I bought 2, 1 for my radial saw the other for my chop saw, Item worked as described however it says its fits a 5/8 arbor, I had to drill mine out on a drill press, carful not to melt the insides, took sbout a hour allowing time to cool and a bit of filing, onve on it worked good chop saw was a 3/5 arbor and fit perfect, all in all very happy with the way it performs, not happy with the labor it took.
Editor's note: drilling out center of this guide to modify it as the reviewer describes is not recommended.
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100) Submitted by
Gary Rose, from Corcoran, CA
on 2/21/2008
Customer Rating:
I had to ream out the hole to fit my Makita 1212 sliding compound miter saw. The catalog does not say that the laser doesn't fit this model saw. It does mention a Makita, but not the 1212, unless it was a misprint. The reason I rate this laser as "poor" is that the line is so weak (dim) that it is almost invisible in normal daylight. I previously had a $49.00 laser that had a good, bright line. You get what you pay for. The line on the laser, if visible, is very close to the blade, so this is satisfactory.
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101) Submitted by
Sam Wasson, from Mesa, AZ
on 3/19/2008
Customer Rating:
Don't buy this product if you hve a 10" Makita sliding compound miter saw. The devise is approximately twice the thickness of the washer it replaces and won't clear the blade guard.
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102) Submitted by
Tim C, from Alpharetta, GA
on 6/16/2008
Customer Rating:
Add my 10" Delta compound miter saw (Model 36-075) to the list of those will not allow the laser guide to clear the blade guard. I'm disappointed as it seemed like a very good upgrade to an older tool.
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103) Submitted by
Gene Rice, from Lewisville, TX
on 6/8/2008
Customer Rating:
I ordered this device for my Delta 10-inch chop saw. There is not enough room between thw blade and the metal blade screw cover for the device to fit.
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104) Submitted by
David Cunningham, from Silas, AL
on 7/2/2008
Customer Rating:
Like others have said, it's heck to get out of the package, but right on the money for cutting where the laser beam is located. Only drawback is when you cut, the waste always has to be on the right side of the blade. Good product.
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105) Submitted by
Mark Kinter, from Spring Park, MN
on 10/12/2008
Customer Rating:
Didn't fit on my Bosch 3912. It fit the shaft, but didn't clamp the blade. Light turned on nice and bright. Packaging was interesting. I had to use a bandsaw and knives to get the parts out of the vacuum pack.
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106) Submitted by
Dick Dwinell, from Harker Heights, TX
on 4/1/2009
Customer Rating:
I purchased this product several years ago and installed it on my Craftsman 10" mitre saw. It worked great. That saw was replaced recently with a Dewalt 716. The first time it was used the blade came loose. Perhaps it wasn't tightened good when installed. I retightened it and finished the project with no further problems. Time will tell.
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107) Submitted by
Paul Schonstrom, from Fort Morgan, CO
on 4/21/2009
Customer Rating:
Unlike some others who have had to shim in or out their blade to align with the beam, I put this on my Delta Miter Saw and it worked perfectly first time around.
One bone of contention: packaging insert gives the impression this will fit saws with 1/2" arbor "...fits most 7-1/4" - 1/2" Miter... and hand-held Circular Saws." No way! But I'm really pleased with it for the miter saw!
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108) Submitted by
Bill Dawson, from Greensboro, NC
on 9/12/2009
Customer Rating:
When I installed this item on an old Black and Decker circular saw the laser lines up about 1/8th of an inch to the right of the cut line.
The package (difficult) directions tell you to "Align laser line to mark with blade in upper-most position."
However, as previously mentioned in other reviews, there are no directions for adjusting the alignment. And after inspecting the diagrams and the RS 1 laser itself I could find no way to adjust the alignment.
I checked the website listed listed in the package directions (www.infiniter.com) and did not find the RS 1 in the products section. I emailed the company, Quarton.com, a couple of days ago and have received no reply yet.
I did not read the reviews prior to purchase and I regret that now.
I would not buy the product knowing what I now know.
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109) Submitted by
Todd, from Vail, AZ
on 2/12/2011
Customer Rating:
Unfortunately, this product did not work for me at all. The small graphic display showing the acceptable size of the mounting arbor was incorrect. I could not install it on my miter saw. It is an excellent idea, and I really hoped that it would work.
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110) Submitted by
Richard, from Martinsburg, WV
on 12/17/2009
Customer Rating:
While I'm sure this is a great product, I am only giving it a 3 because it doesn't fit my Bosch circular saw.
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111) Submitted by
Jim Taggart, from Louisville, CO
on 2/1/2010
Customer Rating:
The first one was off by >1/8 inch from the side of the blade. I complained and the second Rockler sent me was off by >1/16 inch. I gave up and returned both and Rockler gave me a refund. Also, I tried it outside in the sun and you can't see the laser at all. This product does not work well. Rockler is good about returns.
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112) Submitted by
Steven, from Moorestown, NJ
on 10/16/2010
Customer Rating:
I bought this laser guide with the intent of installing it on my radial arm saw, hoping to improve its' accuracy, even though it was designed for a chop saw. You know what they say about the accuracy of a radial arm saw - God created the earth in six days using a radial arm saw, if he had used a table saw, he would have been done in three days and the coastlines would have been straight. Based on a review from another user, I knew it could be modified. This is true. You need to enlarge the mounting hole so it will fit on a 5/8 inch arbor. Care must be taken not to overheat the unit while drilling. Even though I was careful, I still overheated the unit, due to the hardness of the mounting ring I even used cutting oil. I was plesantly surprised that I had not toasted the unit and it works quite well. The beam is partially blocked by the blade guard, until you lift it out of the way as you are cutting, but this does not cause any problems.
Editor's note: Rockler does not recommend this modification.
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113) Submitted by
Don, from Salem, MA
on 12/4/2010
Customer Rating:
This thing is a piece of junk dosen't work don't waste ur money.
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114) Submitted by
Edward, from Lanham, MD
on 5/11/2011
Customer Rating:
Product performed as advertised. Very helpful in cross cutting stair treads at odd angles. BUT,and this is a complaint I've seen before-with all the technology available the laser guide should have a simple on/off switch rather than requiring the miter to rev at full speed prior to showing the laser line
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115) Submitted by
Chick Wojcicki, from Hampton, NJ
on 6/27/2011
Customer Rating:
Well made especially like the screwed on back plate unlike my orginal the was held in place by the arbor nut. Fair price. Fast delivery.
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116) Submitted by
William, from Purcell, OK
on 7/15/2011
Customer Rating:
I purchased th Infiniter RS-1 Laser cutting guide to put on my old B&D 10" miter saw. Paid full price then recieved an ad 2 days later that had it at half price my luck. I, of course, assumed it would fit since the description says "Fits most 7 1/4", 8", 10", and 12" saws. Unfortunately, the bolt used to mount the 10" saw blade on my miter saw is 5/8" in diameter and is made for a standard 10" sawblade. The hole in the RS-1 has 2 flat spots, one on either side and will only fit my circular saw. There is no way the RS-1 can be used on a standard 10" miter saw arbor bolt that is 5/8" in diameter. Now if someone will come up with a laser cutting guide that fits my 5/8" arbor, I'll be happy to buy it.
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117) Submitted by
Warren Vann, from Huntsville, AL
on 3/24/2008
Customer Rating:
This is one of the few that will fit a Ridgid miter saw. It works beautifully, but I have to agree with most of the other reviews that the packaging stinks.
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