Description
Overview:
The Spiral Bevel Gear for Makita mitre saws is a genuine replacement component that transmits drive smoothly from the motor to the blade. Made from robust, machined steel, it is designed for long service life under regular workshop and site use. Its spiral bevel tooth profile offers quiet, efficient power transfer and stable cutting performance. This gear is engineered to factory specification for the Makita LS1016 and LS1216 ranges, ensuring a precise fit and correct mesh with the mating gear. Use it to restore accuracy and prevent slippage or noise caused by a worn or damaged gear. Genuine Makita part, OEM No. 227550-2, for straightforward identification and ordering.
Key Features:
- Genuine Makita replacement (OEM 227550-2) for assured compatibility and fit
- Spiral bevel design for smooth, efficient power transfer and reduced vibration
- Steel construction for strength, wear resistance, and consistent performance
- Maintains cutting accuracy by restoring correct drive to the blade
- Direct-fit for specified models, minimising setup and downtime
- Suitable for regular trade and DIY workloads in timber cutting tasks
- Helps reduce gearbox noise that can occur with worn gears
- Built to match original factory tolerances for reliable alignment and mesh
Typical Applications:
Replacing a worn or damaged drive gear in Makita mitre saws used for first and second fix carpentry, joinery workshops, site framing, skirting, architrave, and general woodcutting. Ideal when users notice loss of drive, chatter, excessive backlash, or inconsistent cuts. Helps return sliding/compound mitre saws to smooth, controlled operation for accurate mitres and bevels.
Also known as:
Spiral bevel drive gear, bevel gear, drive gear, gearbox gear, bevel transmission gear, saw drive gear, gearwheel, replacement gear for mitre saws. Commonly referenced during gearbox overhauls or routine maintenance when checking drive-train components for wear.
Fits Models:
LS1016, LS1016L, LS1216, LS1216L
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 227550-2 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Makita |
| OEM No. | 227550-2 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Mitre Saw |
| Fits Brands | Makita |
| Key Features | - Genuine Makita replacement (OEM 227550-2) for precise fit - Spiral bevel design ensures smooth power transfer - Machined steel construction for durability - Direct-fit for Makita LS1016 and LS1216 models - Restores cutting accuracy by preventing slippage and noise |
| Fits Models | LS1016 | LS1016L | LS1216 | LS1216L |

