RIDGID introduces the 18-Volt OCTANE Cordless Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw (Tool-Only). The OCTANE Brushless 18-Volt 7-1/4 In. Circular Saw features a high performance brushless motor and advanced electronics that provide best-in-class power and intelligence. While providing increased performance with all RIDGID 18-Volt batteries, OCTANE tools provide maximum performance in high demand applications when paired with OCTANE batteries (batteries not included). Paired with an OCTANE battery (batteries not included), this tool gives 30% more power. With registration, this tool is backed by the Industry’s Only Lifetime Service Agreement: FREE Parts. FREE Service. For LIFE. The OCTANE Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw includes a 7-1/4 in. blade, blade wrench, vacuum attachment, dust chute, rafter hook and operator’s manual. Battery and charger sold separately.
- Industry leading 2-11/16 in. depth of cut
- RIDGID OCTANE Brushless 18-Volt 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw delivers 30% more power than the previous brushless unit (R8653B) when paired with an OCTANE Battery
- The dust chute and included vacuum adapter cuts back on jobsite clean up
- With the integrated accessory rail, users can attach the included rafter hook for additional storage options
- LED light engages with trigger for a more direct and clearer line of sight
- Offers up to 56° beveling cuts for added versatility
- 100% Compatible: Works with all RIDGID 18-Volt Batteries and Chargers
- Lifetime Service Agreement with registration within 90 days of purchase
- Includes: (1) R8654B OCTANE Brushless Circular Saw, (1) 7-1/4 in. blade, (1) blade wrench, (1) vacuum attachment, (1) dust chute, (1) rafter hook and operator’s manual
- Battery and charger sold separately
- RIDGID: Powerful. Durable. Professional.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Ubaldo West (verified owner) –
So far so good….cuts pretty good even with just a 4.0 Ah battery…no complaints yet.
Alice Kuvalis (verified owner) –
For a battery operated saw it works better than I expected. I’ve been very happy with it.
Ignatius Leannon (verified owner) –
Great power and endurance
Loraine Bartoletti (verified owner) –
A little disappointed in the performance and that’s why I didn’t give it five stars. I really like Ridgid tools and have been converting over to them. This was a change from a Ridgid corded circular saw to this cordless saw. I got spoiled by the power of the corded saw so this was a let down, but the ease of use is worth it to me as a homeowner. The cordless feature is really nice and it does cut very well, just not as fast.
Freeda Paucek (verified owner) –
Love the way the saw cuts, and performs. And because it is a ridgid it will last.
Hanna Stoltenberg (verified owner) –
This is a great deal for both of these together.
Heath Bins (verified owner) –
I love it! Very light yet plenty of power. Well balanced in your hand. Has a two stage trigger which is not cumbersome to engage. And of course it’s extremely handy being cordless
Zack Hintz (verified owner) –
It’s a really great tool. It is heavier than I expected (much more than my Makita 120V) and that makes it a bit awkward to use. It’s not hard on batteries and cuts well. Lots of good features. It really is more of a 4.5 with a .5 star off for it’s weight (it’s even heavy without the battery). But don’t order this one – order one with the battery since it’s much cheaper for the pair. I was in a rush and used it with my older drill battery which worked fine.
Asa Bashirian (verified owner) –
Works great and the battery has great life
Corene Bailey (verified owner) –
Much better than old one (when it does not cut out). My main complaint with saw is that it kept shutting off w a brand new 4ampHr battery. would not run for more than 3-4 sec then cut out. My batteries are not the octane version (much cheaper to use Rigid standard batteries). Was going to return it but then started working? Seemed to need to “burn in” amp limiting circuit? Still will cut out if it senses binding a little too much, but I guess that makes sense. Not good for ripping, but pretty good for plywood or cross cuts. The Dewalt 20v brushless is much better and quite a bit more powerful and better for same money but I wanted Lifetime warranty and one type of battery system for my collection. The other downside is hard to find battery combo packs from HD any more so you only get 3 year on batteries purchased separately (not lifetime) which was one main motivator with going with Rigid in the 1st place.
Jennifer Heaney (verified owner) –
Saw works great. You need to cut in a straight line or it will cause the blade to stop easier than a corded saw. You normally want a straight cut so that shouldn’t be an issue.
Cleve Macejkovic (verified owner) –
This ended up being a perfect addition to our tool kit. After years of working with an older corded circular saw the freedom and the power are both pretty phenomenal and with the Octane battery it performs well beyond our older saw.
Guillermo Weber (verified owner) –
Brushless circular saw works great. Cuts really good and love the built in light. Also really like the blade stopping soon as you release the trigger. Saw is well balanced and is a quality tool.
Rashad Bednar (verified owner) –
If I could buy one for my grandson same price as mine I would
Shanon Monahan (verified owner) –
When I bought this months ago, I gave it a bad review. But I’ve now framed 3 homes with it and it’s done the job. It will bind easy and come to a halt, but all in all, it’s performing as it is expected. I wished it was lighter or at least made a 6 1/2 model, but it’s been doing the job.
Loraine Hodkiewicz (verified owner) –
This is a great portable saw!
Clair Prosacco (verified owner) –
love it! Works Great!
Nathanial Feil (verified owner) –
This is the best saw I ever owned. Excellent construction and quality cuts
Elroy O’Hara (verified owner) –
Just what I needed and the sale price was great
Trevion Ferry (verified owner) –
My son-in-law loves it! Worked great!