Makita Hypoid Circular Saw 5377MG 7-1/4 Inch Magnesium Framer Saw (15 AMP 4500 RPM Oil Bath Gearing Deep Cuts Heavy Duty Lumber Roof Framing Blade)

In stock
SKU: 5377MG
Regular price $239.00 USD

Makita Logo Logout

High Torque Hypoid Oil Bath Gearing and Magnesium Chassis for Demanding Production Lumber Slicing

The Makita 5377MG 7-1/4-Inch Magnesium Hypoid Circular Saw is a corded electric high-torque woodworking tool engineered to execute high-capacity crosscuts and rip cuts in heavy dimensional lumber. Driven by a 15.0 AMP motor generating up to 4,500 RPM, this linear inline saw utilizes steel hypoid gears housed in a sealed oil bath to deliver constant mechanical power transfer with less maintenance than traditional worm-drive systems. The structural platform balances a lightweight 13.2-pound profile using high-grade magnesium components and integrates oversized rubberized adjusting levers, an integrated retractable sky hook, and a premium 24-tooth ultra-coated framing blade to maximize operational efficiency on commercial construction sites.

Best Used For:

  • Structural Timber Framing: Slicing thick laminated veneer lumber, parallel strand lumber, I-joists, and dimensional framing studs rapidly.
  • High Volume Ripping: Running long parallel cuts through dense oriented strand board sheeting panels, composite roof decking, and structural subflooring.
  • Rafter Bevel Cutting: Executing steep compound miter cuts and angular rafter terminations up to 51.5 degrees directly on staging ladders.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • Hypoid Gear Transmission: Engineered surface contact boundaries distribute kinetic loads evenly, optimizing output torque stability over long duty cycles.
  • Sealed Oil Bath Framework: Internal lubrication reservoir works alongside a built-in cooling fan to ensure 100% gear oil surface coating.
  • Magnesium Structural Casting: High-tensile magnesium components minimize physical weight and manage downward balance for less operator muscle strain.
  • Oversized Rubber Levers: Ergonomic mechanical locks enable rapid, single-handed modifications to depth parameters and bevel angles on the fly.
  • Retractable Sky Hook: Stamped structural steel rafter hook permits fast, secure tool tethering on ladders, scaffolding, and structural trusses.

What's Included

  • (1) Makita 5377MG 7-1/4" Magnesium Hypoid Saw
  • (1) 7-1/4" 24T Ultra-Coated Carbide-Tipped Saw Blade (A-94530-A)
  • (1) Hex Wrench (783204-6)

Technical Specifications

Brand Makita
Model Number 5377MG
Product Type Hypoid Circular Saw
Power Source Corded Electric
Motor Amperage 15.0 A
Blade Diameter Capacity 7-1/4 Inches
No-Load Velocity 4,500 RPM
Arbor Diameter Size 5/8 Inch (Diamond Knockout)
Maximum Bevel Angle 51.5 Degrees
Max Cutting Capacity at 90° 2-3/8 Inches
Gear System Type Sealed Hypoid Gears (Oil Bath)
Net Tool Weight 13.2 lbs.
Pro-Tip: Because the high-torque hypoid steel drivetrain relies entirely on an enclosed oil bath matrix, avoid laying the saw upside down inside warm truck utility beds for extended periods; storing the saw upright on its flat magnesium base plate preserves optimal seal pressure profiles.