At Last DeWalt have a 18v Track/Rail Saw DCS572

[@mrdeer5585]

Would it work with makita or festool rail like their dedicated dewalt plunge saw?

[@commsec110]

Good demo...thanks (just bought one)

[@peterhynes3251]

Really appreciate the comprehensive review. I am now going to purchase the DCS572 based on your feedback. Keep up the good work and keep the videos coming!

[@dmgladden]

Thanks Peter, I use mine for work all the time that's every day and I have no complaints although I've just got a new blade I think I got a slight wobbly in the original one

[@wikoasegurado4583]

This track can fit to dcs573n??

[@mickaeladriano9337]

Will be great an test / comparing test between 572 ( 18v) 576 ( 54v) and 579 ( new 54v)

[@bells1969]

Fantastic video how are you getting on with the track? Saw now? Is it just as good as a plunge saw thanks

[@briansworkshop01]

Great review thanks for your honesty as always and remember stay safe and make more great videos thanks again David 🍺🍺👍👍

[@dmgladden]

Thanks Brian you too mate

[@davidlindell7527]

Is it possible to use this circular saw to plunge down in the middle of a piece of wood or is that what differntiates this from a plunge saw?

[@BladeAndrade]

Can you post the part number for the track/rail saw? I can't find it online. Thanks

[@geewizz9614]

A related question: I have the DeWalt DWE576K which looks like the corded version of this DCS572, with the same track as in your video. I have tuned the saw to the track for 90 degree cuts. Now I wanted to use the other side of the track for 45 degree cuts and went about tuning this. However when riding the track with the correct machine slot in 45 degree position, the saw blade is still several milimeters out from touching the splinter guard. Using the slot intended for 90 degree cuts would result in the saw biting into the track. I'm confused, the manual says it should be possible to tune the track for 45 degrees, but in practice this does not seem possible. If you (or anyone) know(s) how to go about solving this I'd much appreciate the help. Maybe you could demonstrate on the setup in above video? Kind regards, Eric

[@FlorianWalsh]

I have just realised that this is the same design flaw for me. Have you figured it out yet?

[@andyonthejob1247]

I bought the DCS572 but i'm struggling to get a firm answer from online sellers as to which Dewalt 1m and 1.5m track model number is compatible with the 572.....any suggestions would be appreciated.

[@dmgladden]

Hi Andy first thanks for watching, I didn't know Dewalt give us a choice, I just bought what could find from Dewalt. I got a 2.6m and 2x 1.5m and they work perfect with this saw and my Dewalt 240v track saw.

[@andyonthejob1247]

Thanks, thats helpful as i've had the saw over year now and never used it yet. I even emailed Dewalt and got no reply.....i'll just buy a couple of Dewalt tracks and get on with the job i've been putting off ;o) @@dmgladden

[@PaulC1980]

Very impressed with that. Likewise I have the plunge saw, but it's corded. This would be much cheaper than buying the cordless plunge saw

[@dmgladden]

Hi Maple, yes I have both but I must say in use the 18v most I only use tyec240v for very special boards as it gives a much cleaner edge on both sides

[@KhalifaKhalid-f9f]

This DEWALT Dcs572 compatible with festool rail tracks please?

[@roman6149]

Its not compatible you need dewalt rail

[@Schizophonic12]

Can I ask what track saw rail is that? Can you provide a model number please?

[@dmgladden]

Dewalt

[@Schizophonic12]

@@dmgladden hi David. I know it's dewalt but want to know model number please.

[@JStewTV]

Do you know if there is a US market equivalent?

[@dmgladden]

Sorry being from Scotland i don't know the US market but as DeWalt is US i would have thought so

[@paddrivers]

Just a shame its not got a similar depth guage like the Festool. We use our track saw for re-lining sliding sash window reveals on site and its brilliant but the power cord is a P.I.T.A. Thanks for the review and I will be interested to hear your thoughts after using the tool on site.

[@dmgladden]

Hi Phild my corded one has depth stop as with the Festool its the battery one that's not got one and that's because its not meant to be a plunge saw but that's what it needs when on the track.

[@simonpalmer8033]

Dewalt makes a cordless plunger saw....this is just a run of the mill cordless saw which can be used on track.

[@WackyMarek]

Hello David, could you use that guard rail with the circular saw DSC391N??

[@dmgladden]

This is the only dewalt 18v saw that has the rail base but these rails i got with dewalt 230v track saw

[@dmgladden]

Hi again i just checked and no I have this one its what i now use with a steel cutting blade but i used to just clamp a level 30mm from my line and it was fine

[@louiesworkshop2023]

As always David another great video. The much lower price is good here and for site work excellent but how does it do with saw dust. I have the festool 55 it's an amazing saw but scary price. I have all festool rails David so for me to change over would in the end be more costly but this idea of a dewalt battery saw is clever.

[@dmgladden]

Hi Louies yes it all sounds good and for a good few months with constant hard work it was until things stopped being so good and now I do still use it but when the finish has got to be perfect out comes the 230v track saw this one just can not get there but for general work also with the track its good just not for best

[@louiesworkshop2023]

@@dmgladden yes that's wise words, I was impressed and thought for a little while David has cracked it and costly rail saws will be a thing of the past but sadly not so mate, I do love my rail saw but crazy nuts price, I am trying to convince myself of the need for the 2700 festool rail but again the process is daft! In the end David the finish and fit are what dictate and although I feel uncomfortable with my machinery costs they do offer a class finish, anyways pal stay well, Louie, Northern Ireland Uk

[@dmgladden]

@@louiesworkshop2023 I have the Dewalt rail saw full system and I love it just the wire was annoying so I hopped this would change that but quality must come first

[@ShittySwag]

from my experience with trying like 5 dif track saws this past year (including the DCS572 which was my first "track" saw) I would avoid the dcs572. the dust collection is equivalent to every other circ saw (crap) and doesn't come close to the FS55 with it... nor does the power, when you're at 100% battery @ 5ah the cuts are great and are about 95% close to a "real" track saw; but get down to 50% battery, which of course doesn't take long, and you start to see a sharp dropoff in torque. 25% battery and you won't be able to cut 9mm ply without it taking 20 minutes a sheet. the power issues I imagine are solved with the flexvolt variant, but it's about the same price as the festool HKC 55 EB from what I remember... however it will have far inferior chip collection, just like the dcs572.

[@francosalvia425]

Hi, do you have the track/rail code that I need for this circular saw?

[@dmgladden]

No I don't do this as a sponsor or such it's just what I think about gear I buy but I do get a lot of my stuff from FFX just Google

[@hankhill6416]

@@dmgladden you're a stand-up geezer, not doing this for money. I bought this saw too, but sadly got a makita track to go with it... lol. I cut it down to size, but it still wobbles. as for Franco, the track you need is the "DWS5021" for a 1m track... I'll post the others below: 1.5m = DWS5022 1.6m = DWS5023

[@hankhill6416]

wouldn't let me tag you in the other post so I'll just copy/paste 1m = DWS5021 1.5m = DWS5022 1.6m = DWS5023 all dewalt of course. I made the mistake and took the chance on a makita track, it's too large and the knobs to adjust the saw base plate aren't big enough for the makita's rail, so it wobbles... dont bother with it. same with festool one. the dewalt guide rails are overpriced AF imho, like £30-60 more than the makita counterparts, and aren't as good! they wobble like crazy without clamps. I'd buy the makita tape to put on the dewalt track if you get one. the tape is excellent!!!!

[@francosalvia425]

@@hankhill6416 cheers thanks for the information

[@dmgladden]

@@hankhill6416 hi and thank you, I got my tracks when I got my plunge saw some years ago it came with 2 x 1.5m and connectors but I didn't like connecting all the time so I got a 3m as well as I do a lot of bathroom wall boarding so I needed a long one, but I always shop around for the best deals online

[@JamersRJ]

Do you need a track to use this saw?

[@dmgladden]

No I use it a lot of the time without track but it helps on the long runs to get the best out of it

[@JamersRJ]

@@dmgladden thanks

[@JamersRJ]

@@dmgladden I have just ordered the DCS565N-XJ instead because the blade is on the left side should be better for me I think

[@dmgladden]

@@JamersRJ hi yes that a good tool with the max but it's down to what you need the tool for, I bought the dcs572 only because it had the track base as that's what I needed, I have a Dewalt track saw set but I can't always get to 240v and I didn't was to pay out for the 20v track saw

[@kevocos]

Nice bit of kit! Do you know if it will fit the Festool rails?

[@dmgladden]

sorry never used Festool tools

[@timmo5443]

Good question ive got one

[@dmgladden]

@@timmo5443 so what is your answer does it Fit?

[@andsowot]

Mine blew within a year and I know another chippy had the same thing happen. There's something wrong with the brushless motor on this model. Notice dewalt aren't pushing them and you don't see them everywhere in online shops. They know they're a flop.

[@dmgladden]

I use mine every day wall boarding on the track and so far no problems

[@dmgladden]

Hi again I just did a quick search and this model is every were even Screwfix are doing it and with lots of great reviews I think you've just hit a bad batch it happens but I wouldn't put others of it as it's a great it of kit

[@andsowot]

@@dmgladden Service centre basically admitted the problem too. One of those things. Still sticking to the make, all my kit is dewalt but this saw is a risk as far as I'm concerned. The base wobbles too, basically held to the body by a loose rivet. Never get the accuracy of a plunge saw.

[@andsowot]

@@dmgladden screwfix do the 54v flex not the 18v

[@dmgladden]

@@andsowot hit I have the 230v plunge saw but never used it since I got the 18v and as I say I fit wall boards which must be accurate and so far so good.

[@NewbFixer]

Brilliant!

[@martinlouden9005]

Great review David. I hope Dewalt appreciate your patronage ?!

[@dmgladden]

Yes Martin i agree i know i like the brand but i think with all the coverage I'm giving them i think i should be getting some freebies by now

[@adamkostan8671]

Got that saw its underpowered.... I like all the futures on the saw especially light! If you try cut marine ply on 45 degree it will stall... I Been using friends flexvolt... is much stronger... I burn 3 5ah baterry...

[@dmgladden]

Sorry to hear that I'm using mine every day and not finding any power issues with it maybe you should send it in to be checked out Dewalt do do a great collection service and it's quick

[@mickaeladriano9337]

Hi Adam. I got flexvolt and I was thinking to buy this as spare ( to don't use the flexvolt if is not really necessary), but the worst thing for me is as 18v use 16mm bore and I have to buy separately blades. Do you think is any chance to replace the washer from 572 with flexvolt washer? All the best in what are you doing!

[@poltheppholboonsueb764]

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[@kevinchamberlain7928]

I got the flexVolt version of that saw - MUCH MORE POWERFUL.

[@dmgladden]

Hi yes I considered that but as I already had all the 18v batteries and flex ones are quite expensive I went for this one but I have to say it's quite heavy as it is so I would assume with the flex battery being so much bigger this would not have helped and I do have this tool in my had a lot

[@michaeltca3103]

I can't understand what you are saying. I think that you are trying to speak American but I can't tell. Could put American subtitles on the screen please? I am interested in this saw but simply can't make out a word. (I apologize in advance if you suffer from a disability or have had a stroke or something as I know how tough that can be)

[@dmgladden]

Hi sorry if your having problems understanding my accent its from Yorkshire that's mid UK anyway all you need do is turn on your subtitle

[@michaeltca3103]

@@dmgladden fair enough.. I tried subtitles and it worked. For what it is worth, I can understand you perfectly when you write!

[@ИвайлоАтанасов-о3ш]

FFS I'm not English speaker but can understand everything of what he said. Also never heard of American language or subtitles. Great review, unfortunately the only one so far. If I can ask, to what extent the plunge saw can be replaced whit this one ? Just got my flex volt and I wonder how clean the cut will be with 60T blade ? Thanks in advance.

[@nnickers3355]

Such a tease. Not available in North America.