Bosch Reviews
PROFACTOR 18V Surgeon GCM18V-12GDCN14
Cordless 12 In. Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound
This Bosch Surgeon 12 In. miter saw offers a pro cordless solution with Axial–Glide™ System and BITURBO Brushless Technology, which offers up to 20% more battery runtime with ECO mode. It features an articulating arm for wider cross–cuts, enhanced alignment, smooth glide, and connectivity (module sold separately).
- Surgeon PROFACTOR performance: light weight and pro capacity.
- CORE18V PROFACTOR Performance Battery: compatible with Bosch 18V tools
- ECO mode: extends the battery runtime by up to 20%
- Integrated base extensions: support up to 43 In.
- Accurate laser guide system
- Axial-Glide™ system: articulating arm for wider cross-cuts, enhanced alignment, smooth glide, less space
- High-power cells: use enhanced 21700 cell technology
- Bosch-exclusive CoolPack 2.0 technology
- Tall fence design: supports tall material for accurate cuts with 4–3/4“ fences
- Upfront bevel control: Locating to make bevel adj. easy L–R, keeping hands away from blade.
- Large cutting capacity: cut capacity of 3.5 In. depth and a 13.5 In. width/crosscut
- BITURBO Brushless Technology: Brushless motor & drive–train system engineered to maximize CORE18V PROFACTOR battery power.
- Convenient portability: 59.3 lbs. (tool only)
- Connectivity (module sold separately)
The PROFACTOR 18V Surgeon GCM18V-12GDCN14 is a cordless miter saw that impresses with its cutting power and accuracy. It is equipped with a Bosch BiTurbo brushless motor and an 8.0Ah Core18V ProFactor battery, providing enough power for even 4×4 cuts. The saw also offers four speed settings, including an ECO mode, for maximum efficiency. The axial glide design offers smooth and accurate cuts, and the laser can be calibrated for even more precision. The saw’s cutting capacity is also noteworthy, with a 12-inch blade that can handle base cuts up to 7 1/4 inches tall and cross cuts up to 15 inches.
However, the motor of the PROFACTOR 18V Surgeon GCM18V-12GDCN14 may not be as smooth as a direct drive. It is important to calibrate the miter saw properly before use for the best results. The laser can be adjusted to border the outside edges of the kerf and the saw’s blade cuts evenly through even thicker materials. The cutting capacity is further enhanced by the 4 3/4-inch tall fence and the 15 inches of cross-cutting. With proper calibration, this model offers outstanding accuracy and is a valuable tool for any woodworker.