Some table saws are better able to manage this dust than others, with a built-in dust collection bin.

If you’ve ever used a saw around wood, you’re likely well aware that sawdust can create a pretty big mess.

Although you can replace your fence if you need to, getting a table saw with a well-built fence will start you in the right direction.Īn unfortunate byproduct of sawing wood is dust. The fence helps you line up the board so that when you cut into it with your blade, known as “ripping” the wood, you get a cut that’s perfectly parallel. No good table saw is complete without an accurate, easy-to-use fence. If you plan to set up your saw and leave it the vast majority of the time, low weight may be a weakness, not a strength. However, the same lightweight form that makes a table saw easy to transport will also reduce its stability when you’re using it.

If you plan to take it on the go with you, perhaps from one job site to the next, portability is important. In addition to cutting power, it’s important to also consider how you’ll be using your table saw of choice before you start shopping for one. You may find you’re working hard to do the same task with some tools, costing time and requiring way too much elbow grease. But not all table saws have the same capabilities. Not only can it slice up lumber, but it can also tackle materials like framing and hardwood trim. If you regularly work with wood, a table saw is an important part of your tool kit. This unit features an on-board storage system which provides easy access to the Site-Pro Guard components and push stick when not in use. The 26-1/4 inch X 22 inch table provides superior material support. The rolling stand is designed for easy set up and breakdown with excellent stability, and features large heavy duty wheels that easily roll over steps, curbs, and jobsite debris. A 2-inch dust collection port easily connects to a vacuum for efficient dust extraction to keep clean up at a minimum.

This saw offers 3-1/8 inch depth of cut at 90 degrees and 2-1/4 inch at 45 degrees. The telescoping fence rails easily extend and retract to create a small portable package and the flip-over ripping fence allows for narrow rip cuts. This unit features a 15 amp motor which quickly rips through hardwoods with ease. The 32-1/2 inch rip capacity easily cuts a variety of larger shelving and trim materials – the patented material support allows this to be used for narrow rip cuts. The DEWALT DWE7491RS 10-inch Jobsite Table Saw with 32-1/2 inch (82.5cm) Rip Capacity and a Rolling Stand features a rack & pinion fence system which makes fence adjustments fast, smooth and accurate.

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