Hychika MS-85C vs. Rockwell RK3441K

We’ll take a look at these two circular saws: the Hychika MS-85C and the Rockwell RK3441K.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

Both products are corded and require 120 V. The MS-85C draws 4 amps. The RK3441K draws 5 amps. In the U.S., standard residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the circular saws.

The MS-85C motor produces 4500 rpm and the RK3441K motor produces 3500 rpm. Don’t pay too much attention to these numbers, because the manufacturers measure them under no-load conditions, so they don’t have a strong impact on the saw’s real-world capability to handle different material.

Both 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

Both products have a 3/8” arbor. The MS-85C accepts 3 3/8” diameter saw blades. The RK3441K takes 4 1/2” diameter blades.

The MS-85C can bevel up to 0° and can cut up to 1” at 90°. The RK3441K can bevel the blade up to 45°, will cut up to 1 11/16” deep at a 90° angle, and is able to cut up to 1 1/8” at an angle of 45°.

When beveling the saw, most circular saws will have positive stops at common angles such as 45° and 90°. This ensures you are making precise cuts. Some saws have additional stops at other angles.

Both circular saws have the blade mounted 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.

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Comparison Chart

Below is a full side-by-side look at these products’ specs. You can view comparisons of the Hychika MS-85C with other products

	Hychika MS-85C	Rockwell RK3441K
Brand	Hychika	Rockwell
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	4 A	5 A
No-load RPM	4500 rpm	3500 rpm
Blade Diameter	3 3/8”	4 1/2”
Maximum Bevel	0°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	1”	1 11/16”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	n/a	1 1/8”
Arbor Size	3/8”	3/8”
Weight	7 lbs	5 lbs
Blade - Side	left	left
Drive Mechanism	direct-drive	direct-drive
Stops	n/a
Pros		Left-mounted blade improves visibility of cut line Easy-to-operate trigger and safety
Cons		Some users report that the bolt holding the blade can snap off
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