Craftsman 315212500 miter saw Parts

You should never cut anything you cannot control safely on a Craftsman miter saw model 315212500, especially stock that is too small to clamp, stacked workpieces, or anything you are tempted to cut free-hand. These situations commonly lead to kickback and hand-to-blade contact.

• Tiny pieces you cannot clamp; if it is too small to clamp, do not hand-hold it.
• More than one piece at a time; never stack multiple workpieces on the saw table.
• Anything cut free-hand; always keep the workpiece against the fence as a backstop.
• A workpiece with the “scrap end” restrained; never bind or hold the free scrap end.
• Material that requires removing guards; never operate with blade guards removed.

Use these methods instead of forcing an unsafe cut:

• Clamp the workpiece and keep it firmly against the fence.
• Use a stop block only when it is set up correctly (same side as the clamp).
• Use the correct blade for the material and keep it sharp and clean.
• Let the blade reach full speed before starting the cut.
• Release the switch and wait for a complete stop before raising the blade.

Most miter saw injuries happen when the workpiece shifts, lifts, or kicks back. The 315212500 manual emphasizes clamping, using the fence, keeping hands away from the cutting area, and never performing free-hand operations. Review the safety section in the 315212500 owner's manual before your next project.

If you need replacement parts for your Craftsman 315212500 miter saw, start with the parts list for this model, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

The most accurate miter saw is the one that holds its factory alignment and can be tuned back to dead-square cuts. Your Craftsman 315212500 compound miter saw is designed for very accurate cuts when the fence, miter table, and bevel settings are checked and adjusted as needed (especially after shipping and over time). See the 315212500 owner's manual for the exact squaring and adjustment steps.

Accuracy is a combination of repeatability and alignment. The saw that stays consistent cut after cut is the “most accurate” for real-world work.

• Miter accuracy: the miter table reads true at 0°, 45°, etc.
• Bevel accuracy: the bevel scale and stops match the blade angle
• Fence squareness: the fence is square to the blade at 0° miter
• Minimal deflection: tight pivots and a solid arm reduce flex
• Clean support: work stays flat to the table and tight to the fence

The manual calls out that components can be jarred out of alignment during shipping and that readjustment becomes necessary with wear. These steps are what make a saw “accurate” in practice.

• Unplug the saw before any adjustment.
• Square the miter table to the fence at 0° using a framing square.
• Verify the blade is square to the fence at 0° miter (adjust if needed).
• Use a zero clearance throat plate slot to reduce tear-out and improve cut quality.
• Clamp the workpiece; never cut freehand (movement ruins accuracy and increases kickback risk).

For trim, framing, and crown molding, tiny angle errors stack up into visible gaps. A properly squared and clamped setup gives you tight joints, safer cuts, and less wasted material.

If you need replacement parts for the Craftsman 315212500, start with the parts list for this model, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

In the U.S., the standard spelling is miter saw; mitre saw is the common spelling in the U.K. and other regions. For your Craftsman 315212500 compound miter saw, we use “miter” because it matches U.S. tool terminology and the manual.

Use miter saw for the best results on U.S. parts diagrams, manuals, and repair content for Craftsman model 315212500.

• Use miter when searching U.S. sites, parts lists, and diagrams
• Use mitre when reading U.K. woodworking plans or tool guides
• Both words refer to the same tool: a saw designed to make accurate angle cuts
• “Compound miter saw” means it can cut miter angles and bevel angles

“Miter” and “mitre” are regional spellings of the same word. In woodworking, both describe an angled joint and the angled cuts used to make it.

Using the U.S. spelling helps you find the right documentation and the right terminology for adjustments and safe operation (for example, miter table positive stops, bevel lock knob, and the “no hands zone”). For model-specific terms and features, rely on the 315212500 owner's manual.

If you do not see what you need in the model’s parts list, search by the full model number 315212500 on Sears PartsDirect to locate compatible diagrams and replacement parts.

Last updated: February 2026

On the Craftsman 315212500 miter saw, the main parts include the saw blade and guards, the miter table and fence system, and the controls that lock your miter angle. These parts work together to support the workpiece, set the cut angle, and protect your hands during cutting.

• Saw blade (10-inch max capacity): does the cutting; using the correct blade size helps the guard and washers fit properly.
• Self-retracting lower blade guard: clear plastic guard that retracts as you lower the saw into the workpiece.
• Miter table (base): the rotating table that sets left and right miter angles.
• Miter lock handle: locks the table at the selected miter angle.
• Fence (including sliding fence feature): supports the workpiece; the sliding feature provides clearance for bevel and compound cuts.
• Zero clearance throat plate: insert in the miter table that the blade cuts a slot into; helps minimize tear-out.
• No hands zone markings: labeled area on the base that helps you keep hands away from the blade path.

These typically come with the saw and support setup and adjustments:

Knowing the names and functions of the miter fence, miter lock handle, throat plate, and blade guard helps you set angles correctly, reduce tear-out, and work safer, especially when making bevel or compound cuts.

For the exact part names and locations used for the Craftsman 315212500, we recommend using the exploded views and terminology in the 315212500 owner's manual. You can also search the model number on Sears PartsDirect if you are trying to match a description to a replacement part.

Last updated: February 2026

A 255 mm (10 in.) miter saw typically cuts about 2-9/16 in. deep at a 0° miter and 0° bevel. For the Craftsman 315212500 specifically, our specs list a maximum thickness of 2-9/16 in. in standard crosscuts, with reduced depth when you bevel the head.

These are the model’s published maximum cutting capacities; “depth” is the maximum thickness the blade can cut through.

For the full spec table and setup notes, use the 315212500 owner's manual.

If your cut seems shallower than expected, these checks usually fix it:

• Use a true 10 in. blade with a 5/8 in. arbor (the model’s spec).
• Confirm the workpiece is flat on the miter table and tight to the fence.
• Make sure the depth stop is not limiting blade travel (it should be factory set for full capacity).
• If you installed a different blade, verify blade-to-table clearance before cutting.
• Let the blade reach full speed before entering the cut; this reduces bogging and wandering.

Cut depth changes with miter and bevel angles. Knowing the thickness limit helps you choose the right cut method (standard crosscut vs. bevel cut) and prevents binding, kickback, and inaccurate joints.

We list parts and diagrams for Craftsman 315212500 on this model page; you can also search by model number on Sears PartsDirect if you are sourcing additional items.

Last updated: February 2026