what is the best table saw on the market for carpentry?

Answer 1

With no offense to others who answer, I might disagree.

BEST is relative, and largely dependant on YOUR design to USE it.

I prefer and use many "brands" but avoid "Belt" drive.

Certainly there may not be any "right" or WRONG answers here, given that as individuals we all have preferences and experiences most personal to us.

If you're "shopping" I suggest a few things.

AMPS drawn, (HP) of the motor. Blade sizes accepted, quality above all in the "FENCE" and how it secures. Width of the table and FENCE guide, possibly with extensions available. Then to back up,,, YOUR thought about USE and/or NEED. Waurantee, service-ability, size of the entire unit, etc. etc. etc.

Again with no offense B&D would not be my choice, even if I WAS a DIY, which I'm not. In fact I can't ever recall seeing a B&D "table saw" Maybe I just blinded myself?

Low end: Craftsman/Ryobi, with some qualities.

Upper end largely depends on your budget, and desire for it's intended purpose. I wouldn't own something that taxed me so deeply that I had to apply for a second Mtg> on my house, to use "Once"

In the USA, both HD and Lowes offer "get togethers" usually on weekends, from various manufacturers, "WorkShops" Check them out, and decide what will best work for you.

Steven Wolf
(The Rev.)

Answer 2

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Answer 3

If it will be moved around quite a bit (taken from one site to another) get a contractor style saw, my preference would be for a Jet, Powermatic, or Delta. If you are going to be leaving it in a workshop, and intend to use it quite a bit, it is worth the investment in a cabinet style saw. Delta Unisaw is considered by many to be the Gold standard, but Jet Xacta-saw is great (I have one), and the new SawStop has been given great reviews as a wonderful saw with unique (patented) safety features that will keep your fingers attached to your hands. When I buy my next Table saw, for starting a business, I am going to buy the SawStop so that I don't need to pay to have my employees fingers reattached.

The best general recomendation that I can give is for you to do a little research on sites like http://woodcraft.com and http://rockler.com and buy a saw from a woodworking store instead of a home center.

Answer 4

I agree with the answer that "best" is relative; however, you can overpay for what you need. Sears/Craftsman has a table saw introduced last year that received high marks from the woodcraft magazines who tested it. I bought one and I love it. It combines some features of a cabinet saw (top end) and a contractors saw; has a Beismeyer fence as standard equipment and a very solid base that is enclosed. It features a very solid table and extension and I am totally impressed that it is very accurate without going to a top end cabinet saw. Powermatic and Delta are certainly excellent...however, this saw is several hundred dollars less than cabinet saws yet has many of their features. If you are going into business as a full-time cabinetmaker, then consider a top of the line saw.

Answer 5

I use the Dewalt Contractors Table Saw. I have used it almost every day for the past two years and it hasn't let me down yet. It cost me $499.00 and came with a stand. I can fold it up (the stand) and be on my way in no time. I am a contractor, so I'm not talking about light use. Good Luck.

Answer 6

Check out WOOD MAGAZINE. June/July issue. They did a pretty interesting test on mid-priced table saws. Vol 22,No.3 Issue No.163 woodmagazine.com/store

Answer 7

for the serious woodworker, purchase either a delta, jet or powermatic brand table saw. They are considerably more expensive than saws you will find at home improvement centers but well worth it if you want precise cuts.

Answer 8

There were so many woodworking plans with this collection and you will not believe this but there are over thousands plans in the one package deal. Go here https://tr.im/GuideToWoodworking
This is really something to find that many all together. For someone like me who is just really starting to get involved with woodworking this was like letting me loose in a candy store and telling me I could have anything I wanted. That was my dream when I was a kid.

Answer 9

It depends on the amount you wish to use it. I have a Metabo unit which i am very happy with and has served me well for 3 years of heavy DIY use.

Answer 10

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