Quick Summary
The Draper 55588 D20 20V Brushless 185mm Sliding Compound Mitre Saw is a bare tool for users who want a mitre saw with sliding compound cutting, a laser cutting guide, and D20 battery compatibility.
What This Product Is Used For
This Draper mitre saw is used for cutting wood with a 185mm blade, and it offers 0º to 45º bevel cutting for more flexible angled work. Compared with a basic mitre saw, the sliding compound design gives a more versatile cutting experience, which is why users choose it over simpler options.
Who This Product Is Best Suited To
This product is best suited to people who already use D20 batteries and want a mitre saw they can add to that system. It also suits buyers who want a saw with a laser cutting guide, a dust collection bag, and supplied clamp for more controlled day to day use.
Key Benefits at a Glance
• Brushless design for a reliable cutting tool choice
• Sliding compound mitre saw setup for more flexible use
• 0º to 45º bevel cutting for angled work
• Laser cutting guide for easier line following
• Aluminium base for a solid feel in use
• Dust collection bag included for a tidier workspace
• Workpiece clamp included for added control
• Suitable for D20 batteries in 2.0Ah, 3.0Ah, 4.0Ah and 5.0Ah sizes
Pros and Cons
Pros
• Brushless motor style for a dependable tool option
• Supplied with a 185 x 1.8mm TCT wood blade, 40T
• Compatible with the D20 interchangeable battery system
Cons
• Batteries and chargers are sold separately
• The saw is supplied bare, so it is not ready to use without a compatible D20 battery
Real World Performance and Day to Day Use
The Draper 55588 gives you a sliding compound mitre saw with 0º to 45º bevel cutting, a laser cutting guide, and an aluminium base, so the setup is designed to support controlled work. It is supplied with a 185 x 1.8mm TCT wood blade, 40T, plus a workpiece clamp and dust collection bag, while D20 batteries and chargers are available separately.
Choose this if you want a bare Draper D20 saw that fits into an existing battery system and gives you the basic accessories included. Skip this if you need a complete kit with batteries and charger ready in the box.
Why We Like This Product
The YPC Team likes this because it combines the D20 battery platform with useful included accessories, which helps avoid the mistake of buying a saw and then forgetting the extra parts needed to get started. It also helps avoid regret for buyers who want a mitre saw that works with batteries they may already own.
Comparisons With Similar Systems
Compared with a basic mitre saw
Better when you want sliding compound cutting and a laser cutting guide
Alternative better when you only need a simpler saw for straightforward cuts
Compared with a complete mitre saw kit
Better when you already have D20 batteries
Alternative better when you want batteries and chargers included from the start
Alternatives Worth Considering
Battery powered mitre saws
Corded sliding compound mitre saws
Basic mitre saws
Tips for Getting the Best Performance
Use the included workpiece clamp when you want more control.
Keep the laser cutting guide visible before starting each cut.
Match the blade and cutting task to wood use only, as the supplied blade is a TCT wood blade.
Check that your D20 battery is suitable before use, since the batteries are sold separately.
Full Technical Specification
Product Title
Draper 55588 D20 20V Brushless 185mm Sliding Compound Mitre Saw Bare Blue and Black
Brand
Draper
Model
55588
System
D20
Voltage
20V
Motor Type
Brushless
Blade Size
185mm
Bevel Cutting Range
0º-45º
Blade Supplied
185 x 1.8mm TCT wood blade, 40T
Included Accessories
Workpiece clamp
Included Accessories
Dust collection bag
Compatibility
Suitable for 2.0Ah, 3.0Ah, 4.0Ah and 5.0Ah D20 batteries
Battery Availability
Sold separately
Charger Availability
Sold separately
Warranty
Draper 12 months parts and labour warranty
Box Contents
Mitre saw
Box Contents
185 x 1.8mm TCT wood blade, 40T
Box Contents
Workpiece clamp
Box Contents
Dust collection bag
Buyer’s Guide
Buy this if you want a simpler way to add a sliding compound mitre saw to an existing D20 battery setup.
Do not buy this if you need a faster start with batteries and charger included in the box.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of saw is the Draper 55588?
The Draper 55588 is a D20 20V brushless 185mm sliding compound mitre saw.
Is this a bare tool?
The Draper 55588 is supplied bare, with batteries and chargers available separately.
What blade is included?
The Draper 55588 is supplied with a 185 x 1.8mm TCT wood blade, 40T.
Does it have bevel cutting?
The Draper 55588 offers 0º to 45º bevel cutting.
Which batteries can it use?
The Draper 55588 is suitable for 2.0Ah, 3.0Ah, 4.0Ah and 5.0Ah D20 batteries.
Does it include a dust collection bag?
The Draper 55588 includes a dust collection bag.
Is a workpiece clamp included?
The Draper 55588 includes a workpiece clamp.
What warranty is provided?
The Draper 55588 comes with a Draper 12 months parts and labour warranty.
