Table Saws

Table saws are the center of any woodworking shop — rip, crosscut, and break sheet goods with the accuracy every other operation depends on. Cabinet and contractor table saws deliver the power and flat, dead-true tables that let you push hardwood and plywood through clean cut after clean cut. Get the fence, motor, and table right, and the saw becomes the most-used tool on your floor.

Cabinet vs. Contractor Saws

Cabinet saws are heavy, enclosed, and built for daily hardwood ripping; contractor saws are lighter and more affordable while still handling serious shop work.

• Cabinet saws: Enclosed base, heavy trunnions, and big motors for production ripping.
• Contractor saws: Lighter and easier to move, ideal for smaller shops and tighter budgets.
• Hybrid saws: Cabinet-style rigidity in a more compact, lower-draw package.

Specs That Matter

• Rip capacity: The distance from blade to fence sets the widest cut you can make.
• Fence system: A rigid, square-locking fence is the difference between clean rips and burned edges.
• Motor power: Enough horsepower to rip thick hardwood without bogging or stalling.

Frequently Asked Questions

What rip capacity do I need?

For full sheet goods, look for a fence that rips to the middle of a panel; most shops choose a capacity that handles plywood in a single pass.

Do I need a cabinet saw or will a contractor saw do?

Cabinet saws suit heavy daily use and hardwood ripping; a contractor or hybrid saw covers most home and small-shop work at a lower cost.

What power supply does a table saw need?

Smaller saws run on standard household circuits, while larger cabinet saws often call for a dedicated 240-volt line. Confirm your shop wiring before ordering.

Every table saw ships free to the lower 48 and is backed by our price match guarantee. Call or text 331-272-5655 and we'll help you match rip capacity, fence, and motor power to the material you cut most.