DEWALT 60V MAX FLEXVOLT 7-1/4 Inch Brushless Cordless Circular Saw Kit (DCS578X2)

DEWALT DCS578X2 60V MAX FLEXVOLT 7-1/4" Cordless Brushless Circular Saw Kit

The DEWALT DCS578X2 60V MAX FLEXVOLT 7-1/4-inch cordless circular saw kit cuts dimensional framing timber, engineered LVL beams, plywood subflooring, and dense hardwood boards with corded-grade power. Engineered with a high-output brushless motor delivering 5,800 RPM no-load speed and up to 47% more power than preceding models, this high-torque saw delivers a deep 2-9/16-inch (2.56") cutting depth at 90 degrees. Outfitted with an integrated electronic blade brake, an extended 57-degree bevel capacity with positive stops at 22.5 and 45 degrees, bright LED cutline illumination, and two DCB609 9.0Ah batteries, it equips framing contractors, commercial carpenters, and remodelers with rapid, cord-free ripping and crosscutting performance across active jobsites.

Best Used For:

• Structural Wood Framing and Ripping: Slicing 2x dimensional lumber, multi-layer OSB sheathing, and dense engineered glulam beams in heavy residential framing.
• Roof Truss and Rafter Compound Beveling: Making precise compound miter and bevel cuts up to 57 degrees on roof rafters, valley plates, and stair stringers.
• High-Volume Sheet Good Breakdown: Ripping full stacks of 3/4-inch CDX plywood and subfloor panels quickly with continuous 5,800 RPM brushless motor torque.

Key Performance & Safety Features

• High-Output 60V MAX Brushless Motor: Generates 5,800 RPM to deliver up to 47% more cutting power in dense hardwoods and wet structural lumber without bogging down.
• Rapid Electronic Blade Brake: Automatically engages upon trigger release to bring the spinning blade to a quick, controlled stop for enhanced operator safety.
• Extended 57-Degree Bevel Range: Provides broad angle flexibility with positive bevel detent stops at 22.5 degrees and 45 degrees for rapid setup.
• High-Visibility LED Worklight: Casts clear illumination across the blade path and cutting line to ensure precise tracking in dim or enclosed work environments.
• Integrated Foldaway Rafter Hook: Rugged metal hook allows operators to hang the tool securely from floor joists, wall studs, or roof trusses between cuts.
• Deep 2-9/16-Inch Cut Capacity: Easily slices through double-stacked 2x dimensional lumber at 90 degrees in a single smooth pass.

What's Included

• (1) DEWALT DCS578 60V MAX* FLEXVOLT® 7-1/4" Cordless Brushless Circular Saw
• (2) DEWALT DCB609 FLEXVOLT® 20V/60V MAX* 9.0Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries
• (1) DEWALT FLEXVOLT® Lithium-Ion Battery Charger
• (1) 7-1/4" Carbide-Tipped Circular Saw Blade
• (1) Blade Change Hex Wrench
• (1) Heavy-Duty Contractor Storage Kit Bag

Technical Specifications

Pro-Tip: When ripping wet, pressure-treated lumber or dense LVL beams, pair this 60V saw with a thin-kerf carbide framing blade; maintaining high 5,800 RPM rotational speed with steady feed pressure maximizes battery runtime and prevents motor thermal overload.