Description
Overview:
The Earth Plate for Makita 5017RKB Circular Saws is a genuine Makita replacement part, OEM No. 344943-9. Made from durable metal, it forms part of the saw's earthing path, helping to maintain a safe electrical connection between the tool's internal components and earth. This reduces the risk of electric shock and helps protect both the user and the tool. Precisely engineered for the Makita 5017RKB circular saw, it restores correct grounding when the original plate is worn, damaged, or corroded. Ideal for routine maintenance and repairs in trade, hire fleets, and DIY settings, this like-for-like plate fits in the intended mounting points for a reliable, long-term fix without altering the saw's performance characteristics.
Key Features:
- Genuine Makita part (OEM 344943-9) for assured fit and function
- Durable metal construction for long service life in tough site conditions
- Maintains a reliable earth path to support electrical safety
- Direct replacement for worn or damaged plates to restore safe operation
- Accurate forming and hole positions to match the 5017RKB chassis
- Helps protect the user and tool by reducing the risk of electrical faults
- Straightforward to install with standard hand tools, minimising downtime
- Suitable for preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing
- Stable, secure mounting once fitted; no modifications required
Typical Applications:
Used during servicing or repair of Makita 5017RKB circular saws when the original earth plate has become bent, corroded, missing, or electrically compromised. Common in site carpentry, joinery shops, and hire fleet maintenance where tools see heavy daily use and exposure to dust and moisture. Helps maintain safe operation and consistent performance in cutting timber, sheet materials, and similar tasks.
Also known as:
Earth plate for circular saw, grounding plate, ground plate, saw earth plate, earthing plate, earth bonding plate, earthing contact plate, Makita 5017RKB earthing component.
Fits Models:
5017RKB
Alternate Part Numbers:
344943 9, 3449439
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 344943-9 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Makita |
| OEM No. | 344943-9 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Circular Saw |
| Fits Brands | Makita |
| Key Features | - Genuine Makita part, OEM No. 344943-9 - Durable metal construction for long service life - Precisely engineered for Makita 5017RKB circular saw - Restores correct grounding for electrical safety - Accurate forming and hole positions for secure fit |
| Fits Models | 5017RKB |
Reviews
Ask a Question
Compatibility
Customers also bought
-
![]()
Key Steel (Imperial) Length: 12" Assorted Pack of 20£78.14 £65.12 -
![]()
Flat Bar, Sizes: 20 x 3-6mm - Assorted Pack of 10£79.52 £66.27
Related Products
-
![]()
Key Steel (Imperial) Length: 12" Assorted Pack of 20£78.14 £65.12 -
![]()
Flat Bar, Sizes: 20 x 3-6mm - Assorted Pack of 10£79.52 £66.27
