342-001 7 and 8 inch abrasive saw blade guard is a heavy duty cast aluminum cutoff wheel guard. This guard is used on the K7B and K8B abrasive chop saws.
The 701-012 is the 7 and 8 inch replacement chop saw spindle and flange assembly. The spindle assembly features an all-steel, 1/2 inch spindle arbor and metal flange.
Struggling to cut thick steel? The K8B 8" abrasive chop saw tackles mild steel up to 1.5" thick (2" diameter). Its 3 HP motor delivers the power you need.