The compound miter saw is used for making accurate cross-cuts on wood and soft plastic. In Maker Lab we have a Craftsman 7-1/4" Sliding Compound Miter Saw and a DeWalt 12" Compound Miter Saw ...

Many small-blade miter saws add rails to allow the lighter, more portable body to make cuts on wider trim. As you’d expect, a compound sliding miter saw features beveled cuts and sliding rails.

Their small size and relatively light weight make them comfortable to use, and they take up less space than bulkier miter saws or chop saws. Like most power tools, they're available in both corded ...