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Product Comparison: DEWALT DW745 vs DEWALT DWE7480

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DEWALT DW745 Compact Job-Site Table Saw

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General Specifications

Brand

DEWALT

Model

DW745

DWE7480

Origin

Taiwan

About the Product

The DW745 10" Compact Job Site Table Saw with Site-Pro Modular Guarding System features tool-free guarding component adjustments and fast, accurate fence adjustments. 20" of rip capacity to handle large materials. Compact and lightweight with a metal roll cage for jobsite durability.

The DWE7480 10" Compact Job Site Table Saw with Site-Pro Modular Guarding System has a 15 Amp motor and 24" rip capacity to allow cutting of large and hardwood materials. Features tool-free guarding component adjustments and fast, accurate fence adjustments. Compact and lightweight with a metal roll cage for jobsite durability.

Key Specs

Type

Table Saw

Speed

3850 RPM

4800 RPM

Blade Type

Disc

Size & Weight

Height

18.75 in.

13.875 in.

Width

23.5 in.

26.75 in.

Depth

22.8 in.

26.5 in.

Weight

45 lbs.

48 lbs.

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

DEWALT DW745 Compact Job-Site Table Saw

Compact and portable, easy to move.
Light weight, durable and mobile.
Small storage footprint. Very stable on the 4 legged custom fit folding stand.
Small footprint when in storage position. Great for those with limited space.
45 lbs light enough to carry by myself, or even cary one-handed if I strain myself.

DEWALT DWE7480 ompact Job Site Table Saw

This saw is light weight enough that you can pick it up and move it without straining.
The light weight of this unit is probably one of the most unexpected bonuses this saw has to offer. The ease of portability of this saw, combined with the solid performance and fast set-up makes this a favorite tool to use.
This is my second Dewalt portable saw. Very light weight and easy to use. Like it a lot.
Love it's compact size and weight. Gets the job done.
It's light-weight enough to easily move and set-up in different locations and runs well on a small 2600W generator.

Cutting

Blade Diameter

10 in.

Arbor

0.625 in.

Cutting Angle

Bevel: 0-45°

Bevel Cut Depth (at 45º)

2.25 in.

Bevel Cut Depth (at 90º)

3.125 in.

What customers say about "Cutting"

DEWALT DW745 Compact Job-Site Table Saw

Fence was perfect when I received the package so I had no problems with perfect 90* and adjustments.
Rack and pinion fence adjustment is ultra precise. Making zero clearance inserts requires modifying the Riving knife so you can have a close ended insert.
Plenty of power to go through hardwoods as well as not-entirely-dry Fir.
Very accurate rail, alignment and cuts. Didn't need adjustment from factory settings for a long while.
Carbide and riving knife were not aligned, but most pro carpenters do adjustments before any cuts. Not much of a problem.
Included blade is mediocre. Buy a better one ASAP if you are doing anything but construction.

DEWALT DWE7480 ompact Job Site Table Saw

Adjusting the blade to square at zero is clear. Adjusting the rip fence is easy once you look at the table in detail. The rip fence is ingenious.
So far it has done everything I've asked of it and more. From cutting pressure treated 4x4 to ripping ply this saw performs above expectations. I highly recommend this saw for any do-it-yourselfer or pro who needs a good portable table saw.
Very well built product...accurate cutting straight out of the box. Suits my purposes well.
It has plenty of power to rip through lumber like cutting butter. I installed a 30 tooth Diablo blade to get a little better finish on boards for trim work. Highly recommend this product.
Another good feature is a thin section on the fence that can be flipped over towards the blade when trimming a thin cut which prevents cutting your fence. I like the knee bump shut off switch which allows you to keep your eyes on your fingers.
Blade parallel adjustment could be a pain.
The first saw I got had an issue with the blade alignment and blade could not be aligned with the table opening. Amazon shipped me another unit the next day and return process was smooth. The second saw I got had no issues.

Features

Dust Collector

Yes

LED Light

Cutting Depth Adjustment

Yes

Rubber-Coated Handle

D-Shaped Handle

Front Assist Handle

Electric Brake

Yes

Extras

Rack and pinion fence rails make fence adjustments fast, smooth, and accurate, On-board storage provides easy access to the Site-Pro guarding components and push stick when not in use, Shoe bevels 0° to 45° for beveled cuts, Adjustable rear feet designed to level the saw on uneven work surfaces, 24T carbide blade enhances cut quality and prolongs blade life, 20" of rip easily cuts a variety of larger shelving and trim materials, Telescoping fence rails retract to create a small, portable package, Metal roll cage base offers greater durability than plastic bases, Dust port allows for 2-1/2" vacuum hook up and minimizes clean up

Rack and pinion fence rails make fence adjustments fast, smooth, and accurate, Onboard storage provides easy access to the Site-Pro Guarding components and push stick when not in use, Adjustable rear feet designed to level the saw on uneven work surfaces, 24T carbide blade enhances cut quality and prolongs blade life, 24" of rip capacity, easily cuts a variety of larger shelving and trim materials, Metal roll cage base offers greater durability than plastic bases, Dust port allows for 2-1/2" vacuum hook up and minimizes clean up

What customers say about "Features"

DEWALT DW745 Compact Job-Site Table Saw

On board storage for accessories GOOD (should have blade storage IMO however).
The fence is very easy to use and accurate. Cuts through wood easily.
Built in storage for most accessories that come with it.
Cord. I was hoping that it would at least reach 15ft, but granted that I have an extension cord it doesn't really matter, at least for my personal use.
Table surface is a little rougher than I would like. I'm going to put a few more coats of wax on it.

DEWALT DWE7480 ompact Job Site Table Saw

There are a lot of safety features on this saw, and I suggest using all of them.
My favorite feature is the dial adjustment of the rip fence. They removed all strain in setting a fence and made it extremely accurate but very little effort to adjust and lock down.
The best feature is the easy measuring slides.
My only negative comment would be that the safety features are rather fiddly. I spent more time than should have been necessary installing the anti-kick back piece.
The "protective" coating on the table top is extremely delicate and is easily scratched by wood. That in itself is almost unbelievable.

Power

Power Source

Corded

Power Output

15 A