Description
Overview:
The Kerf Board for Makita LS1040 and LS1040F mitre saws is a genuine Makita replacement part (OEM No. 416001-2). It is a moulded, wear‐resistant plastic insert that sits in the table around the blade path to support the workpiece at the cut line. By minimising the gap beside the blade, it helps reduce tear‐out and splintering for cleaner, more accurate cross‐cuts and mitres. The insert also helps prevent small offcuts from dropping into the base, aiding safety and keeping the work area tidier. Designed specifically for these Makita models, it replaces the original component like‐for‐like using the saw's existing fixings, making it a quick and dependable maintenance item for both professional trades and DIY users.
Key Features:
- Genuine Makita part for assured fit and performance
- OEM reference 416001-2 for easy identification
- Durable moulded plastic construction for long service life
- Direct-fit replacement using existing fixings; no modifications required
- Reduces tear-out and splintering for cleaner edges and better finishes
- Supports the workpiece close to the blade to improve cut accuracy
- Helps retain small offcuts and keeps the saw table cleaner
- Maintains consistent blade clearance for repeatable results
- Quick to install as part of routine saw maintenance
- Engineered for reliable seating and stability under regular site or workshop use
Typical Applications:
Routine replacement on Makita LS1040/LS1040F mitre saws used for carpentry, joinery, second fix, and general woodworking. Useful when cutting softwood, hardwood, MDF, plywood, and similar sheet materials to achieve cleaner cross‐cuts and mitres on skirting, architrave, trims, framing components, and workshop projects.
Also known as:
Kerf insert, throat plate, table insert, zero‐clearance insert, saw insert, saw bed insert, cutting board, saw plate. These terms refer to the sacrificial insert that supports material around the blade to improve cut quality.
Fits Models:
LS1040, LS1040F
Alternate Part Numbers:
416001 2, 4160012
