Black+Decker BDCCS20C vs. Galax Pro GP766V

Let’s take a look at these two circular saws: the Black+Decker BDCCS20C and the Galax Pro GP766V.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

The GP766V is corded, runs on 120 V, and draws 5.8 amps. In the U.S., standard residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support the.

The BDCCS20C is cordless and runs on 20 V batteries.

The GP766V motor spins at 3500 rpm. Don’t get too caught up in these numbers, since the manufacturers measure them under ideal conditions, meaning they don’t have a direct impact on the saw’s real-world capacity to handle different material.

Both circular saws have a direct-drive motor. Direct-drive motors are usually lighter than other styles, but their side mounting makes the saw a little harder to control.

Blades & Capacity

The BDCCS20C takes 5 1/2” diameter blades and has a 5/8” arbor. The GP766V accepts 4 1/2” diameter blades and has a 3/8” arbor. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size of arbor gives you a lot of options.

Both saws can bevel the blade up to 45° and can cut up to 1 11/16” deep at 90°. The BDCCS20C will cut up to 1 3/8” at a 45° angle. The GP766V is able to cut up to 1 1/8” deep at an angle of 45°.

Both products have the blade on the left side of the saw. Right-handers sometimes find it easier to see and control blades mounted to the left, while left-handers might find the same true for right-mounted blades.

Pros & Cons

Let’s take a look at some of the pluses and minuses of these products.

For the Black+Decker:

For the Galax Pro:

Comparison Chart

Here’s a full side-by-side comparison of these products’ specs. You can view comparisons of the Black+Decker BDCCS20C with other products

	Black+Decker BDCCS20C	Galax Pro GP766V
Brand	Black+Decker	Galax Pro
Power Type	cordless	corded
Power - Voltage	20 V	120 V
Power - Amps	n/a	5.8 A
No-load RPM		3500 rpm
Blade Diameter	5 1/2”	4 1/2”
Maximum Bevel	45°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	1 11/16”	1 11/16”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	1 3/8”	1 1/8”
Arbor Size	5/8”	3/8”
Weight	7.6 lbs	6.6 lbs
Blade - Side	left	left
Drive Mechanism	direct-drive	direct-drive
Pros	Two-handled design for safe operation Depth of cut can handle 2x4s	Includes both 24- and 40-tooth blades Included rip fence is accurate
Cons	Motor can struggle on thicker material	Packaged blades wear out quickly Control placement may make it difficult to grip
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