Great Portability and Complete with DeWalt's Own Site-Pro Modular Guarding System
Product Name: DEWALT DWE7480 10-Inch Compact Job Site Table Saw with Site-Pro Modular Guarding System
Product Description: DeWalt Table Saw
Price: $$$
Currency: US
Availability: InStock
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Rating - 5.0/105.0/10
Summary
Unfortunately, the DEWALT DWE7480 10-Inch Compact Job Site Table Saw with Site-Pro Modular Guarding System is not a good buy at all. Even at this price range there are much better options as DeWalt missed the mark when it comes to efficiency users expect when looking for a table saw.
DeWalt power tools offers a bit of charm that you just don’t see from other manufacturers which is something we’ve come to expect. In power tools, charm isn’t exactly something we look for, but the distinct, rugged, and refined look from DeWalt is always something we notice. With their lineup of DeWalt table saws, this look has been passed on which is always complimented with efficient, affordable features.
The DEWALT DWE7480 10-Inch Compact Job Site Table Saw with Site-Pro Modular Guarding System is an affordable model that brings the same great look to any workshop. The versatility of this model starts with its compact nature which makes it easy to move from jobsite to jobsite. If it’s portability you’re looking for, this DeWalt model has it, but what distinguishes this table saw from other is DeWalt’s own Site-Pro Modular Guarding System.
Featuring DeWalt’s Site-Pro Modular Guarding System
The highlight of the DEWALT DWE7480 10-Inch Compact Job Site Table Saw is its Site-Pro Modular Guarding System. This makes it easier for users to adjust the fence, and assures accurate and smooth results every time. Adjustments are made without the use of tools and are customizable to a wide array of projects.
There’s also rear feet which are adjustable which makes it easier to assure a balanced cutting area, even when working on an unlevel surface. This significantly reduces friction which is often seen when cutting on unlevel areas and makes for a smoother operation with any project. For those looking for storage, the DeWalt DWE7480 offers onboard storage for all of your favorite accessories.
Lightweight, Highly Portable Design
When talking about table saws, portability is not something that comes to mind. DeWalt decided to do something about this when they introduced the DEWALT DWE7480 10-Inch Compact Job Site Table Saw which comes in at only 45-pounds. Even for a smaller 10-inch model, the lightweight design makes this model highly portable which makes it easy to move from location to location, even with one person.
The DeWalt DWE7480 is the outdated version of the 7490, but when looking at cost it’s still serves a good purpose for some. Highlighted by an efficient 15-amp motor which gives you speeds to 4800 RPM which makes it great for light-duty cutting tasks. Outfitted with a 2 ½-inch dust port you’ll keep your work area clean, and when compared to other models with the same size dust port it’s easily one of the best.
Specs and Features
- Weight: 45-pounds
- Compact, 10-inch table saw
- Rack and pinion telescoping fence rails
- 24-1/2-inch of rip
- 15 Amp motor, 120-volts
- Speed: 4800 rpm
- 5/8-inch arbor diameter
- 2 ½-inch dust port
- Site-Pro Modular Guarding System
- Manufactured in Taiwan
Pros
- Lightweight making it highly portable
- Knee switch offers hands-free safety
- Great rack and pinion fence system compared to other models
- Simple setup out of the box
- Efficient dust collection system for a smaller 2 ½-inch port
Cons
- Riving knife must be removed to use Dado blades
- Safety concerns when compared to the DeWalt 7490
- Short in-feed length
- Slight snipe and kickback noted
- “flat-track” miter gauge instead of the standard “T-track
- Poorly designed on/off switch
- Cheap stock blade included
- Low quality miter gauge
Verdict
Unfortunately, the DEWALT DWE7480 10-Inch Compact Job Site Table Saw with Site-Pro Modular Guarding System is not a good buy at all. Even at this price range there are much better options as DeWalt missed the mark when it comes to efficiency users expect when looking for a table saw.
This model offers low-quality parts as seen in the miter gauge, short in-feed length, cheap stock blade, and safety concerns when compared with other models.
