Background

The Milwaukee Miter Saw 6496 is a slide compound miter saw manufactured by Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation. The saw, introduced in 2001, is equipped with a 15 amp motor and a 10-inch carbide blade, designed to make accurate cuts in lumber and other materials.

The Milwaukee Miter Saw 6496 is known for its versatility. It has a large sliding mechanism which allows for crosscuts up to 12 inches wide. It also comes with positive stops at common miter angles to ensure precision. The saw can make a wide variety of angled cuts with up to 59/51 degree miter capacity left/right and a bevel adjustment up to 45 degrees. Furthermore, compound cuts up to 45/45 degrees are possible. The saw also features an electric blade brake and onboard storage for the 40-tooth carbide blade and wrench. Despite being discontinued in 2008, the saw's parts and accessories may still be available.

Technical Specifications

  • Motor: 15 amps
  • Blade size: 10 inches
  • Blade material: Carbide
  • Number of blade teeth: 40
  • Max crosscut capacity: 3-1/2 inches x 12 inches
  • Max miter angle: 59 degrees right, 51 degrees left
  • Max bevel angle: 45 degrees left
  • Positive stops: 0, 15, 22.5, 30, 45 degrees left/right
  • Weight: 64 lbs

Warranty

The Milwaukee 6496-6 10-Inch Magnum Slide Compound Miter Saw comes with two types of warranty. Firstly, there is a 30-day trial period during which the user can return the saw if they are not satisfied, with no risk involved. Secondly, Milwaukee provides a limited warranty that covers defects in materials and workmanship. The length of this limited warranty varies depending on the country of purchase. To claim the warranty, it is usually necessary to contact the manufacturer or the authorized dealer, generally requiring proof of purchase and details about the defect.