Brand | Craftsman |
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Color | Multicolor |
Blade Material | High Speed Steel |
Surface Recommendation | Metal |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Special Feature | Brushless |
Included Components | (1) CMCS500 Circular Saw, Battery Charger, (1) Hex Wrench, Battery, (1) 6-1/2 in. 18T Blade |
Product Dimensions | 14"L x 8.75"W x 11.25"H |
Voltage | 20 Volts |
Warranty Type | limited warranty |
Item Weight | 10.2 Pounds |
Speed | 4200 RPM |
Blade Length | 2 Inches |
Number of Teeth | 24 |
Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Cutting Angle | 50 Degrees |
Wattage | 20 watts |
Blade Shape | Rectangular |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00885911563277 |
Handle Material | Plastic with Rubber Overmold |
UPC | 885911563277 |
Manufacturer | CRAFTSMAN |
Part Number | CMCS500M1 |
Item Weight | 10.2 pounds |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | CMCS500M1 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Size | 6-1/2-in. |
Style | Circular Saw Kit Only |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Measurement System | Metric |
Special Features | Brushless |
Batteries Included? | Yes |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
Battery Capacity | 4 Milliamp Hours |
Warranty Description | 3 Year Limited Warranty |
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CRAFTSMAN V20 Cordless Circular Saw Kit, 6-1/2 inch, Battery and Charger Included (CMCS500M1)
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Brand | Craftsman |
Color | Multicolor |
Blade Material | High Speed Steel |
Surface Recommendation | Metal |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
About this item
- HIGH PERFORMANCE: 4,000 RPM for aggressive fast cutting
- CROSS CUTTING CAPABILITIES: Cordless Circular saw accepts 6-1/2-in blades for cross cutting or ripping 2X material
- TOOL-FREE: Beveling shoe pivots up to 50° for angled cuts
- ADDED COMFORT: Contoured over-molded handle
- COMPACT SIZE: Designed to help reduce fatigue
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Date First Available | December 15, 2018 |
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This CRAFTSMAN V20 20V max* cordless circular saw delivers the power needed to complete everyday cross and rip cuts. The high performance 4, 200RPM motor is ideal for aggressive fast cutting, while the beveling shoe pivots up to 50 deg. For angled cuts. The compact and lightweight design helps reduced fatigue while the contoured over molded handle is optimized for comfort.
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blade length | 2 inches | — | — | 7.25 inches | 3 inches | 6.5 inches |
power source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
speed | 4200 rpm | — | — | — | 20000 rpm | 5100 rpm |
blade material | High Speed Steel | Carbide | Alloy Steel | Metal | Diamond | High Speed Steel |
blade shape | Rectangular | Rectangular | — | Rectangular | Round | Round |
number of teeth | 24 | 24 | — | 24 | 24 | 24 |
included components | (1) CMCS500 Circular Saw, Battery, Battery Charger, (1) 6-1/2 in. 18T Blade, (1) Hex Wrench | Bag, Attachments | Battery Charger, Bag | (1) CMCS551 Circular Saw | Bare Tool | 20v 6-1/2" circular saw |
cutting angle | 50 degrees | 45 degrees | — | 56 degrees | — | 50 degrees |
voltage | 20 volts | 20 volts of direct current | 20 volts | 20 volts | 20 volts | 20 volts |
battery quantity | 1 lithium ion | — | 1 12v, 1 nonstandard battery | — | — | 1 lithium ion, 1 product specific |
wattage | 20 watts | — | — | — | 500 milliwatts | 0 watts |
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Customers find the circular saw powerful and solid, with good functionality and ease of use. They appreciate its lightweight design, and one customer mentions it works well with OSB. The battery life receives mixed feedback - while some customers report long battery life, others find it insufficient. The cutting ability also gets mixed reviews, with one customer noting it handles plywood and 2x4s well, while another reports issues with heavier materials.
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Customers find that the circular saw works great, with one customer noting it performs well with OSB and another mentioning it continues to function effectively over time.
"Works great. Easy to use. Good battery life" Read more
"...Great little saw that will work for most of the purposes I would normaly use a 7.5 inch saw for. Main benefit, lighyweight and cordless !..." Read more
"...It's very convenient and gets the job done. Works just like his regular skill saw that plugs in...." Read more
"Work great and other tool to add to the collection" Read more
Customers find the circular saw to be of good quality, with one customer noting it performs better than a corded saw, and another mentioning it helped them build their fence.
"Just added this to my ever growing collection of Craftsman tools. Great little saw that will work for most of the purposes I would normaly use a 7.5..." Read more
"Decent little saw. I've only used it to cut some doors but they were solid oak doors and it went through no problem I was actually impressed." Read more
"This is a this is a great little saw could possibly be a worm gear Drive" Read more
"Great saw. Cuts nicely for plywood and 2x4s. Has a little trouble with heavier cutting, as to be expected...." Read more
Customers find the circular saw easy to use.
"...this has no cord to get tangled in and that it's lightweight and easy to use but I don't like that it is very hard to change the blade." Read more
"very easy to use. purchased for a deck I was building. Made life a lot easier...." Read more
"I like this nice weight. It is so convenient having no cords. Battery last a long time." Read more
"...It's very convenient and gets the job done. Works just like his regular skill saw that plugs in...." Read more
Customers find the circular saw to be very solid, with one mentioning it works well with solid oak doors, while another notes it handles thinner materials effectively.
"...I've only used it to cut some doors but they were solid oak doors and it went through no problem I was actually impressed." Read more
"Runs solidly, but too damn roughly. Compared to even Ryobi this saw rattles the bones. Not a good choice if you have arthritis." Read more
"...to that the blade is a royal pain in the arse to fit to the saw - poor design and poor workmanship." Read more
"Fantastic battery powered saw. Powerful and strong brake Great features If only it came with a case like they used to..." Read more
Customers appreciate that the circular saw is lightweight.
"...Main benefit, lighyweight and cordless ! Comes with a 4 amp battery which is awesome...." Read more
"I like this nice weight. It is so convenient having no cords. Battery last a long time." Read more
"...] I love that this has no cord to get tangled in and that it's lightweight and easy to use but I don't like that it is very hard to change the blade." Read more
"It’s compact and light to carry around" Read more
Customers find the circular saw powerful.
"I was surprised at the cutting power and longevity of the battery. Craftsman still has it !!!" Read more
"Like the tool easy to handle good power" Read more
"Fantastic battery powered saw. Powerful and strong brake Great features If only it came with a case like they used to..." Read more
"Compact and powerful enough for my needs." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the circular saw's battery life, with some reporting long operation time while others find it insufficient.
"I was surprised at the cutting power and longevity of the battery. Craftsman still has it !!!" Read more
"Used it to cut 6 2x4's and 2 2x6's and drained the fully charged battery 🔋..." Read more
"I like this nice weight. It is so convenient having no cords. Battery last a long time." Read more
"Works great. Easy to use. Good battery life" Read more
Customers have mixed experiences with the saw's cutting ability, with some reporting it works well on plywood and 2x4s, while others mention issues with heavier materials.
"...Everything else craftsman is fine except this. Get caught up cutting 2x6 and 2x4. Does fine with OSB and thinner materials...." Read more
"I liked the feel of the handling of the saw and cutting ability of the saw...." Read more
"Battery lasts but the saw stops cutting Midway through job." Read more
"Great saw. Cuts nicely for plywood and 2x4s. Has a little trouble with heavier cutting, as to be expected...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2024Style: Circular Saw Kit OnlyVerified PurchaseI was surprised at the cutting power and longevity of the battery. Craftsman still has it !!!
- Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2023Style: Circular Saw Kit OnlyVerified PurchaseJust added this to my ever growing collection of Craftsman tools. Great little saw that will work for most of the purposes I would normaly use a 7.5 inch saw for. Main benefit, lighyweight and cordless ! Comes with a 4 amp battery which is awesome. I now use the longer lasting battery in my Craftsman weedeater as well. I also have a Craftsman drill I'm very happy with. Will buy more craftsman cordless tools as needed. I have my eye on there vacuum sweeper as my next purchase.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2024Style: Circular Saw Kit OnlyVerified Purchasevery easy to use. purchased for a deck I was building. Made life a lot easier. A second battery would be a nice luxury, but as a DIYer I was happy to tap out for the day when the battery died
- Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2025Style: Circular Saw Kit OnlyVerified PurchaseI like this nice weight. It is so convenient having no cords. Battery last a long time.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2023Style: Circular Saw Kit OnlyVerified PurchaseI bought this for my husband because he always fussed about his other one having a cord and having to plug it up bla, bla, bla. I decided to buy this and let him give it a try and he loves it. It's very convenient and gets the job done. Works just like his regular skill saw that plugs in. If you're thinking about it, just go ahead and get it.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2024Style: Circular Saw Kit OnlyVerified PurchaseWork great and other tool to add to the collection
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Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2022Style: Circular Saw Kit OnlyVerified PurchaseTengo problemas con mi sierra le empezó a salir humo y no volvió a funcionar me contacte con servicio al cliente de craftman me dieron un par de números para contactarme unos no están en servicio y otros me dicen que ellos no son los representantes legales de la marca y nadie me da solución para hacer validar la garantía del producto y no se que hacer la marca craftman después de tantas vueltas me dice que para validar la garantía lo tengo que hacer con el distribuidor que me vendió la herramienta para hacer válida mi solicitud
- Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2024Style: Circular Saw Kit OnlyVerified PurchaseOn web page it says electric. I know it is air powered but look at screen shot....
On web page it says electric. I know it is air powered but look at screen shot....
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louiseReviewed in Canada on January 4, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Scie facile à manœuvrer et batterie efficace
Style: Circular Saw Kit OnlyVerified PurchaseJe l’utilise autant pour du bois dur que moi, la force de la scie est très efficace, batterie et lames inclus, c’est une bonne affaire avec un prix intéressant
- GordonReviewed in Canada on May 14, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly as advertised
Style: Circular Saw Kit OnlyVerified PurchaseGreat battery life and lightweight. Works as expected
- Ren NReviewed in the United Arab Emirates on April 19, 2024
2.0 out of 5 stars Used
Style: Circular Saw Kit OnlyVerified PurchaseBlade keeping bolt is lost thread
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Alejandro AguirreReviewed in Mexico on December 17, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Buena calidad/precio
Style: Circular Saw Kit OnlyVerified PurchasePara un uso medio me parece excelente sierra, la he usado en comprimidos y maderas suaves de un grosor de una pulgada y corta excelente, no creo que sea recomendable si necesitas una herramienta de trabajo, es más para un uso de hobby
- Bryan LoganReviewed in Canada on July 18, 2020
4.0 out of 5 stars Left handed?
Style: Circular Saw Kit OnlyVerified PurchaseWorks well. After using it for some time (I'm new) I realized it's designed for left handed people. The blade is on the left but the one in the photo is on the right.