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A radial arm saw is a necessity for any woodwork shop. It
can do a number of duties including crosscutting, ripping
stock, and even run dado work. It can also be used to create
miter and bevel cuts. This power saw is much more versatile
than table saws. The saw arm can be raised and lowered and
swung from side to side to adjust the depth and horizontal
angle of the cut.
If you are reviewing and comparing radial arm saws, there
are few thing you should be familiar with. Firstly there are
a few different sizes to choose from, such as, 10", 12",
14", 16" and 18". Try to find a model that
has a kickback attachment, this is an important safety feature.
A number of companies manufacture radial arm saws, including
Craftsman, Delta and Dewalt. By far the largest producer is
Delta tools. There are over 10 different models of Delta radial
arms saws. Models include, 33-420, 33-421, 33-422, 33-410,
33-411, 33-412, 33-400, 33-401, 33-402, 33-890, 33-891, 33-892
and the RS830. Depending on your requirements and budget there
are various sizes of motors to choose from, 2hp, 3hp, 5hp
and 7 1/2hp.
Compare Delta to other brands like Dewalt (DW720K, DW721K,
DW728K, DW729K), Craftsman (22010, 22038), Rigid, Sears, Ryobi,
Rockwell and Black & Decker. Compare features to find
the best power saw for your needs.
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