Is this table saw belt driven?

[bronc076]

I'm checking out marketplace for a deal on a used table saw. I have a project that one would come in real handy but I'm not ready to drop the long green on a good saw till my shop is built this spring. I'm wondering if this model of delta is a belt driven saw or if it just has an upside down skill saw under the deck like some of the cheaper ones.

Thanks!

 

[readhead]

Good contractor saw. Should be belt driven.

 

[mike93lx]

I agree, motor should be hanging off the back with a belt

 

[MoonRise]

Get the model number and/or a picture of the back of the saw.

If belt driven, a contractor-type table saw usually has the motor hanging of/out of the 'back' of the saw. Easily visible, both the motor and the belt.

 

[bronc076]

Thanks for the responses guys. I'll contact the seller and see what's up.

 

[micromind]

Just get a picture of the back of the saw, it'll be obvious.

 

[mhejl]

I had one that looked similar (been too many years). Mine was direct drive and NOISY. That fence ***** bad, too.

 

[RTM]

My 12" Craftsman looks like that from the front, but has a direct drive motor

Here's the back

 

[exmaxima1]

Delta Sierra De Mesa should be an integral motor (no belt)

 

[The Cobbler]

I don't think that's a contractors saw . it's a ligher version. you may find it has an integrated motor

 

[PoorUB]

My best guess is it is one of the low priced homeowner saws. The cheap fence and stamped steel extension tables, the switch and plastic hand wheels are a indication. Probably has the "skill saw" motor. As far as I know any manufacturer that built a decent contractor's saw had the motor hanging out the back and ran a v-belt.

I might take a look, but be prepared to be disappointed.

 

[bronc076]

The seller never messaged me back so that is that. For this project I'll manage with my circular saw and a board as get Dad's old 1960 Craftsman table saw going. I just need to rip some 4x8 sheets for bead board for a remodeling project.

Thanks all for your input!

Rob