The SKIL 5500 offers great speed, power, and durability in its class.
(1888PressRelease) December 15, 2010 - Having invented the portable circular saw in 1924, SKIL continues in its tradition of innovation by introducing the powerful new SKIL 5500 184 mm circular saw. With its cutting-edge, user-focused features, the SKIL 5500 is designed to be the premier tool of choice for professional wood workers in Malaysia and rough cutting applications.
The SKIL circular saw 5500 is powered by a 1500 watt motor for faster cutting speed. At 3.9 kg, this compact circular saw also boasts the highest power to weight ratio in its class.
Fast, powerful, and durable, the SKIL 5500 is perfect for both standard and heavy duty applications and can be used to cut a wide range of materials, including softwoods, hardwoods, timber floor boards, laminated wooden boards, and skirting boards.
The SKIL 5500 is tailored for optimum comfort and ease of use. SKIL has addressed the "sight to line of cut" problem by introducing a two-point view of the cutting line, allowing users to follow the line from both sides of the saw blade. The left side also features a cutting window that provides the user with a clear line of sight.
With its gear housed in die-cast aluminum body, the SKIL 5500 also offers outstanding durability, exemplified by its strong guard, stainless steel foot plate, enhanced carbon brush, bevel and depth setting mechanism and end cap design.
The SKIL 5500's upper and lower metal guards have a thickness of 2.5mm, well above the industry standard of 1.2 - 1.5 mm. The lower guard features a patented, anti-snag design, allowing it to withstand the rigors of rough cutting applications, particularly when making narrow cut-offs.
Unlike conventional guards which may bend or break easily, the robust design of the SKIL 5500's lower guard ensures it will maintain its integrity even when dropped on hard ground. The stamped metal foot plate of this circular saw is similarly designed with rough cutting applications in mind to provide extra stability and durability to the tool.
An integrated auxiliary handle provides extra comfort and optimum sawing guidance control. Lock-off switch allows users to operate the switch from either side of the handle. These handy features, together with a combination of the circular saw's compact design and light weight, offer users an efficient and convenient tool for fatigue-free working.
The SKIL 5500 also features an optimized chip ejection system. Chips are bundled as they flow out of the dust port in the upper guard, allowing for improved dust management. The SKIL circular saw 5500 compliments the existing portfolio of power tools by SKIL.
SKIL Circular Saw 5500
Power input: 1500 Watts
No-load speed: 5300 RPM
Blade diameter: 184 mm
Arbor size: 20 mm*
Cutting depth at 90°: 59 mm
Cutting depth at 45°: 46 mm
Lock-on switch: Yes
Auxiliary handle: Yes
Upper guard: Aluminum
Lower guard: Aluminum
Base plate: Stainless Steel
Blade: Tungsten Carbide Blade
Weight (without power cord): 3.9 kg
* 19mm for Korean version
The SKIL brand was taken over by Bosch Group in 1996 and the first SKIL products were introduced in Asia in 2002. In 2005-2006, a comprehensive range of SKIL products specifically designed for the Asian market was launched across the Asia Pacific region. Additional information can be accessed at http://www.skil.com.my.
About Bosch Malaysia
Bosch has been present in Malaysia since 1923. It is currently represented in the country by Robert Bosch Sdn Bhd, and Bosch Rexroth Sdn Bhd, with offices located in Selangor, Perak and Penang. Robert Bosch Sdn Bhd is responsible for the sales and distribution of Bosch automotive original equipment, automotive aftermarket products, power tools and security systems in Malaysia. Bosch also has three manufacturing arms in Penang providing car audio products, power tools and steering gear components, which is 50 percent owned by Bosch. The two joint ventures Bosch has in Malaysia are with BSH Home Appliances Sdn Bhd and FMP Automotive (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd.
Additional information can be accessed at www.bosch.com.my
The SKIL 5500 offers great speed, power, and durability in its class. 
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