SKIL 3540-02 Saw
- Saw
- 7 inches
- 1325 watts
- Corded electric
- More reviewed than 96%
A straightforward corded 7 inch saw with enough motor power (1325 watts) for regular tile or masonry cutting sessions.
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How it ranks among the 265 saws we track
4.4★ across 8,300 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
8,300 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
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Overview
The SKIL 3540-02 is a corded 7 inch saw driven by a 1325 watt motor spinning at 3600 RPM. Built with stainless steel components and weighing 18 pounds, it targets home renovators tackling tile, stone or masonry cutting jobs.
Amazon lists this under Skil's saw line with a fixed 7 inch cutting capacity rather than an adjustable blade size, which points to a benchtop-style saw rather than a handheld circular saw. The stainless steel build is worth noting for anyone cutting wet or abrasive material, since it resists the rust that plain steel parts pick up around water and dust. No table, fence or accessory details are listed here, so check the product listing for what ships in the box before buying.
- 1325 watt corded motor
- 3600 RPM blade speed
- 7 inch cutting capacity
- 18 pound stainless steel build
Who it's for
Suits a homeowner or contractor doing occasional tile or masonry cuts who wants a dedicated 120 volt corded saw rather than a cordless circular saw. Less useful for framing or general wood ripping, where a standard circular saw with a larger blade range fits better.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 1325 watt motor for consistent cutting power
- Stainless steel parts resist corrosion
- Fixed 7 inch capacity suits repeat tile cuts
- 18 pounds is heavy to carry between sites
- Corded design ties it to an outlet
- No accessory or table details listed
Performance notes
The 1325 watt motor turns the blade at 3600 RPM, a speed suited to material that needs a clean, controlled cut rather than fast wood ripping. At 18 pounds the saw has enough mass to stay planted on a bench during a cut, though that also makes it a two-handed job to move between work sites. Being corded, output stays constant for the length of the job with no battery to manage.
Specifications
| Brand | Skil |
|---|---|
| Model | 3540-02 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 18 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 7 inches |
| Speed | 3600 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Motor Power | 1325 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in saws.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKIL 3540-02 SawThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 8,300 | 4.0 / 5 |
| DEWALT DCS334B SawDeWalt | 4.8 / 5 | 9,477 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Milwaukee 2719-20 SawMILWAUKEE | 4.8 / 5 | 6,485 | 4.5 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C SawBLACK+DECKER | 4.7 / 5 | 11,123 | 4.5 / 5 |
| PORTER-CABLE PCC670B SawPORTER-CABLE | 4.7 / 5 | 4,100 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Skil 3540-02
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the cutting capacity of the SKIL 3540-02?
It has a fixed 7 inch capacity, based on the listed specifications.
Is the SKIL 3540-02 corded or battery powered?
It runs on 120 volt corded electric power, not a battery.
How much does the SKIL 3540-02 weigh?
It weighs 18 pounds according to the listing.