This clamshell housing set is a genuine Dewalt replacement part, not generic or aftermarket. This handle housing is a common replacement item on popular Dewalt miter saws. Both sides of the housing are included, but mounting/assembly hardware is sold separately. The on/off trigger switch is not included. This handle is a direct replacement for a broken or missing handle on your saw.rn
rnThis clamshell set is compatible with the Dewalt tools listed in the 'Compatibility' section below. It will not fit any other power tools.
Clamshell Set 380452-00
OEM part for: DeWALT, Black and Decker
Part Number: 380452-00



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Product Description ?
- O.E.M. Dewalt replacement miter saw handle
- Includes both handle halves
- Does not include mounting hardware or on/off trigger switch
- Classification: Part
- Weight: 1.01 lbs.
- Shipping: Ships Worldwide
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Compatibility
This Clamshell Set will fit the following 33 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
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This is the official OEM part for the following brands:
- Black and Decker
- DeWALT
This item works with the following types of products:
- Miter Saw
- Saw
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Clamshell handle broke
Tool Type
Miter Saw
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Power Drill, Nutdriver
Parts Used
Used phone to take snapshots of wire and trigger configuration to make it easier to reassemble properly. Removed wires from trigger switch assembly. Disconnected other wires (wrapped with wire nuts). Placed new handle bottom and fastened down. Re-routed wires and hooked up trigger assembly. Connected other wires. Placed top of handle on and fastened bolts.
I hit my Dewalt Miter Saw Handle with a piece of lumber and the trigger handle cracked and split in half.
Tool Type
Miter Saw
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
2. Remove screws and carrying handle from clamshell handle. Save handle and screws.
3. Remove visible screws from upper half of clamshell and remove top. Save screws.
4. It helps to take a picture of wiring configuration at trigger and inside lower half of clamshell.
5. Unscrew trigger, remove locking washer from pivot point, remove trigger wiring from trigger and removed trigger. Save all parts.
6. Remove remaining screws from lower half of clam shell into body of saw. Remove lower half while fishing wires out of broken lower half. Save screws.
7. Fish wires through new lower 1/2 of clam shell, dry fit lower assembly with trigger and place wiring in the cradles.
8. Replaced all parts and screws following steps 1-6 in reverse order.
9. Plugged in, tested, and cut more wood! Thanks you ereplacementparts.com! You saved me $300-$400 in a new saw!!!
Cracked handle on miter
Tool Type
Miter Saw
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
, T20 and T15 torx screwdrivers
Parts Used
Once the handle is off route the wires back through the square hole in the bottom of the handle.
Wire nut the white wire and route the two blacks on one side and the yellow and red on the other. Hook them back to the switch and reattach the black plastic switch with the round metal fastener. Put the top on and screw down the yellow handle then add the black top handle with the two larger screws.
Clamshell handle broke
Tool Type
Miter Saw
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Torx driver
Parts Used
Disconnected all wires for the switch
Removed the broken Clamshell handle
Installed new Clamshell
Reconnected wiring to the switch
Installed torx screws
Handle Broke
Tool Type
Miter Saw
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Nutdriver, none
Parts Used
The aluminum base broke causing the saw to separate from the collapsible stand it was mounted to. This allowed the clamshell switch handle to be broken making the chop saw unusable.
Tool Type
Miter Saw
Difficulty
Easy
Time
1-2 hours
Tools Used
Power Drill, Star bits, 3 sizes.
Parts Used
Saw fell and cracked clamshell handle and dust duct.
Tool Type
Miter Saw
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, torx t-handles
Parts Used
Dust duct replacement: 1. unplug saw. 2. with the saw unlocked and in the open position, place it securely on it's back or side exposing the rear stationary guard. 3. remove two screws holding the guard and remove noting the position of the guard. 4. the dust duct will slide from the back of the saw forward toward the blade. 5. reverse the order to install the new dust duct. 6. rotate saw blade and test for safe clearance and movement. 7. plug in your saw and test operation.
Handle broke
Tool Type
Miter Saw
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
Handle broke
Tool Type
Miter Saw
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
2. Remove switch and wires
3. Install new handle
4. Re-wire existing switch and route wires through new handle
5. Re-assemble the top part of the clamshell handle
Broken Handle
Tool Type
Miter Saw
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, T-20 TORX
Parts Used
2 Removed 6 T-20 Torx screws and separated the clamshell halves.
3. Removed the switch. (1 screw)
4. Removed two screws securing the clamp for the power cord.
5. Removed the harness and 1 screw securing the lower clamshell half to the saw.
6. Secured the new lower clamshell and reassembled in reverse order.
7. Tested the saw and am thrilled with the result.
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