Recommend me a table saw

[ed_v]

If you're wanting new, I have one of the Delta 36-725 saws from Lowe's. It's a "hybrid" design, kind of in between a contractor saw and a cabinet saw. It's been great so far.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/DELTA-10-in-Carbide-Tipped-Blade-13-Amp-Table-Saw/50081568

That is what I would recommend as well

Ed

 

[Adderall]

Ridgid R4513
I sell these like crazy , good saws

I have a Ridgid R4514 and I wish I bought the 4513 or a Dewalt, or Delta, or Rikon.

 

[ive]

A 12" table saw or a 12" miter saw?

12" table saws are massive, industrial machines

Sorry. 12” mitre saw

 

[M635_Guy]

It's true that accidents happen. A blade could possibly come off the spindle, injuring the operator, for example. But intentionally placing a body part into contact with a spinning, sharp-toothed object is what got most of those people in trouble.

Wut?

 

[Ton ton]

Lol .

 

[Ton ton]

 

[Showkey]

12" table saws are massive, industrial machines

My 12” table saw is the same foot print as 10”........12” has a larger motor, the arbor and internal supports are slightly more beefy. But looking from 10’ you can not tell it’s 12” other than the labels. The side support table, modified fence and out feed tables add size and weight but they could be used on 10” model as well.

 

[lamywaby]

Think about what you desire in a table saw. Do you want a small compact form with a folding stand that you can store away? Or do you plan to have it out all the time in a personal shop? Do you want to be able to use a dado stack (Not all table saws support this)? Look at the motor RPMs; some units run at 3800, some at 5000 rpm. Look at the rip capacity, there are units ranging everywhere from 18 inches of capacity up to 32 inches for portable table saws for instance. Also look at the fence style; Dewalt as an example is popular for their rack and pinion style fence. What is your budget? Do you want a portable 18v unit or a plug in unit? If you want an 18v unit, is there a battery platform you already have 18v tools on that offers a table saw?

I think if you answer these questions and think about your intended uses, you'll be able to find the unit that best suits you.

I personally have a Dewalt DWE780 (Recently discontinued). It has a larger rip capacity than the DWE775. It was on sale at the time I purchased it, it has a folding stand which kind of *****. I would have loved to spring for the 7491rs but at the time it was a ~250 dollar price difference compared to the 780 I purchased, and the 7491RS took up alot more room due to its stand that I didn't have available when its in storage. Downside of the 780 is that it cannot take a dado stack Dewalt Dwe7485, a feature that was not important to me.

My old Skilsaw table saw is getting pretty inadequate for my projects. However, I’d like to keep my budget under $500 for a new one. Any recommendations? I’m a newbie, but I do want to tackle some serious projects, I’m pretty fond of arts and crafts furniture.

 

[lilredex]

I bought a 10" import about thirty years ago, and would buy it again, did have to buy a REAL motor for it as the one that came with it was useless (stalled). I have seen these used for as little as $100 lately.

 

[cretedog]

Sawstop. For sure. Bought them for my crews. Bought one for my son last Christmas. Should have one myself. They make a variety of models. Wouldn’t go any other way.

 

[ez-duzit]

...I’d like to keep my budget under $500 for a new one...I’m a newbie,..

Most newbies insist on buying a brand new cheap saw. Much better to buy a quality used saw.

 

[Nutria]

For me, if going portable, a Bosch. For a cabinet, an old Unisaw with a repulsion-induction motor. Lots of these on the used market, and parts can usually be found pretty easily.

 

[Odd-job]

Sawstop. For sure. Bought them for my crews. Bought one for my son last Christmas. Should have one myself. They make a variety of models. Wouldn’t go any other way.

I'm seriously thinking of upgrading. After my old man tried cutting off one of his digits, the Sawstop suddenly seemed a lot more worthwhile.

 

[ez-duzit]

Sawstop. For sure....Wouldn’t go any other way.

For those who simply cannot remember the 1st rule of woodworking:
"Thou shalt not touch spinning blades."