SawStop Review - 1 Year Later (The good and bad) 

Thank you for taking the time to post this video. It will be helpful in my decision process in the near future.

I remember the first video when you got this saw. I’m jealous!! Maybe one day. Excellent review 👍🏿👍🏿👏👏

Really Fantastic video. I appreciate the thought and care that went into it and explaining the pros and cons. I have been wavering on getting it and the cross cut sled too so this was really helpful

Katie--thanks for the review. I'll be getting a slider for my saw once I use up an excess of lumber. Have you ever thought of using a pushbutton clevis pin to keep the slider from moving out of the rear position? It seems as though it should be an easy thing to drill a hole in the slider frame, into which the pin could be inserted. Some pins even come with a lanyard; using that would keep it from getting lost.

I appreciate the posting. I bought this saw about 5 years ago and I was considering the sliding cross cut sled. Thanks for talking me out of it! 😊

great review, thanks! just bought this saw and love it so much. hope you got a clamp or some other easy solution to keep that sliding crosscut from hitting you!

Outstanding review and I love that you are very well spoken. (meaning that you aren't constantly saying "like", 'Ok", "umm" or similar useless verbal pauses. Thank you for your review.

I have the 36" PCS and love using it. Great review and I applaud you for letting the kids us it.....trained and supervised of course;-)

i sold my beloved Unisaw and was prepared to purchase the Industrial saw with 5hp which is a fantastic saw, but after much consideration, i realized that i never bogged any of my Unisaws with 3hp and a sharp blade, so at the last minute i purchased the PCS with 3hp and the 52" fence and i do not regret it at all. it is a great saw with plenty of power and the customer service at Saw Stop is first class...thanks for sharing and i am happy to see that you are teaching your kids to use the saw in as safe manor!

I have same saw in my shop minus the cross cut sled. We use a nickel for the gap on the cartridge. On average, it gets set off every couple of months. The humidity does effect how easily it’s set off. Pretty happy with it, doesn’t have the power my powermatic has, but the safety feature makes it worth it

Great review! I definitely have my eye on one of these!

Your video just made my mind up for me. Can’t wait to order mine!

Great review. Glad I came across this channel.

I've got the same saw with the ICS base...worth every penny! I upgraded mine with an Incra fence...expensive but worth the money. I don't have the cross-cut sled, but I've had my eye on it. Watching you breakdown a full sheet of plywood may have pushed me over the edge...it looked absolutely effortless breaking down that panel!

Having tons of table saw experience including huge sliders and also having taken off three fingers I purchased a 1p 3 hp SawStop years ago and love that I don’t have to worry so much about my kid and employees using it …. My only issue with it is that it isn’t powerful enough and it will bog when cutting maple hardwood…. So as we are about to move into a new facility and take our business to the next level i plan to purchase the 3P 7.5 HP and dedicate my older one to dado saw …. Overall a very nice saw !

What's the footprint of your setup? I'm trying to layout a new shop and I've been looking st this same setup, with the 52" extension and crosscut sled. Great video, very helpful!

Great 1 year review thanks for posting. I have same model that is about 3 years old. Can't beat the safety aspect. I did have one cartridge "soft blow" not sure what I did wrong but it was when I was adjusting for a miter cut. the saw was not running but the power was on. weird but the good thing is it did not damage my blade at all. I replaced the cartridge and just went on with my project. Still don't know what caused it and it has not done it since. I do power saw down completely now when changing to a miter cut, then re=power on.

Hey Katie, great video, yea I have the exact same saw with the 52” but not the crosscut, I don’t have the room. BTW, what’s the size of your shop? I also have the Jet bandsaw you have and the Jet 8” jointer helical head

I love your workshops and it's a heaven lot of room to move around 👏👍🤫😁😘

Thanks for the 1 yr review - always best to do reviews AFTER putting some miles on the product instead of those unboxing reviews. For your miter problem - if you put the fence on the other side of the blade and use that 52" space instead - should avoid that problem.

I just purchased my 5 hp industrial and love it. I think I need to spring for the slider.

Maybe I’ve been taught wrong, but if I’m using a sled, I don’t use the edge of the fence. I believe that it can cause kickback in certain circumstances.

Thanks for the glowing review of your saw. I bought a similar saw last fall and really appreciate the power this saw delivers compared to my previous machine. However a major downturn in my opinion evolved when the safety feature triggered…no injuries but the triggering occurred when I was cutting some plywood which apparently contained some water in one of the layers….the wood had been outside. I had previously been cutting some very green fence boards and had no problem. My soured opinion set in when I had to remove the destroyed brake module and blade, what a nightmare. I don’t think the design could be any worse. Because the saw was new, Sawstop did give me a one time courtesy replacements which I did appreciate. However I’m now faced with the dilemma of buying a brake cartridge for my dado blade and the annoyances of having to change it back and forth as the different operations are used….not impressed. My 1st choice was a Laguna fusion 111 but it just wasn’t available because of the messed up supply chain. When things return to normal my Sawstop may be up for sale.

Good review! I'm looking at the same saw, but can't decide on the standard lift or the industrial lift. What is the distance from the back of the saw cabinet to the outside of the industrial base?

I am glad you did this review. I had already purchased my saw and inline router table prior but I really wanted to see the sliding table in action. The thing that is discouraging me so far is having to remove it when you want to rip a large sheet then having to square it up again. Have you run into this?

So, like with most any operation using the rip fence as your guide, remove the miter gauge and fence. That should prevent the miter fence from chasing you.

Hi Katie you used something for protect the metal wing ???

Thanks for review. I want that exact set up. Total price tag almost 4k 😳 I love that sliding guide definite must have. Anyone know of coupons for this saw 😄

Your sliding table issue may be solved by installing an additional TSA-SA48-105 sliding table limit block at the location of your choice. It would require tapping some new screw holes for the added stop block.

We have a Sawstop at my local Menzshed. I've come close to setting off the safety system one time when my fingers brushed against the blade just before it stopped spinning. I find it to be a great saw. I think the only gripes I've personally found with it are: 1. If you set the fence very close to the blade (around 3 mm), the red warning light flashes to say it's conducting electricity. 2. The thing the castors are set in to has a large gap between it and the saw's cabinet that gap fills up with sawdust and junk quite quickly. 3. The internal tube that takes the sawdust away has a spiral rib along it that easily blocks up with sawdust and small slivers of wood.

How is the dust control for this saw?

Wow - I had no idea about the sliding cross-cut attachment. That would really add value to an already awesome saw. This was a great overview of your experience with the SawStop and really helps me with my own purchasing decision - thank you!

I agree with your assessment on the sliding sled. Would definitely get in the way. Unless I was dealing daily with large sheet goods I much prefer a track saw, rail, and parallel guide to do initial breakdown of sheet goods.

That drill on your shirt looks really cool

Loved the review BUT no one's shop should ever be that CLEAN!

A work around for locking that sliding table in the rear position would be to simply get a mag switch and put in its track and lock that way. But curious if you can pull that off entirely like a drawer and put aside. I'm looking at getting one for my 11yr old professional sawstop too and have a narrower shop to walk around it when not in use. I can clearly see it would pay dividends on breaking down full sheet goods. Saving time and more importantly, tear out when using a circle saw and straight edge on the floor. Plus you take advantage of the built-in dust collection on the table saw.

Katie great review now build yourself an outfeed table.

That’s a great review Katie.. 2 problems I see : When using ur mitre slide running with Fence will create kickback.. material between fence and blade should alway have equal and continuous push throughout the cut Second : Mitre slide should be taken off when cutting with fence . I know it’s a hassle Just my opinion stay safe folks

Katie, may I suggest a possible solution to the balance issue with the sliding crosscut sled. I have a Sawstop 32", 3hp PCS with an ICS mobile base and it is all cast iron with a router table installed. It is a bit tipsy on the other end of mine, but I counter it by being sure my fence is always on the far-left or opposite end along with anything else that maybe on it when I move it. It looks like you might be able to take advantage of the fence weight as well, just run it down to the far end next time to see if it helps. If not, it might be a good reason/excuse to get a router table installed on it 😁. Thanks for the review!

Totally buying the crosscut sled. Thank you.

This good and the bad report contains only the good. The lady is struggling to tell us how good everything is, and how, oh, very hapy her table saw makes her. And because she is a very likeable mum we cannot but believe her. And by the way her saw is indeed very good. I have worked for a bit over seventy years with all kinds of saws, portable and production size, and still do. I have all my fingers. I have no need for the so called saw stops. I watch where I put my hands. Thank you. Bloke from Aus.

I believe Harvey makes that sliding fence. When you look at Harvey’s they are identical. I believe I read that some where on their Instagram page.

Your sled problem is not that is doesn't lock when full at the back. In fact, I find doing this dangerous, preventing your to step away in case of any problem (kickback ?) Your problem is the fact that every time your remove the fence to get some room then put it back on, you have to re-tune the squareness. Because it's a pain, you just leave it on. Problem is that there's no way to lock the 90 degree in a reproducible way. Some people worked on a solution (don't remember where but I can search for it) that is, as far as I remember, is not that hard to build. Still, I havn't done it myself... Even with this problem I do love the sled. This sled is not made by SawStop, I have the same (color and fence look is different) that I bought OEM and installed on my Delta table saw, which I also love and wouldn't exchange for a sawstop. One thing better the Delta have is more room in front of the blade, so it's easier to set the piece of wood, to get is square, before starting the cut :) Finally you're totally right for the industrial base, which I love and copied. I build my own version for my Delta saw. I even think mine is sturdier and allows easy movement of the whole setup ! Thanks for your review, usually people make review when buying but never again. Its even more important to know how it's going and if the product stands after a year or two of use. THANKS

Miss Katie, can the model SawStop you own have the ability to make miter cuts up to 10 inches at 45 degrees like a Miter Saws being solid at hardware stores?

Do you mind if I ask how much it costs?

Very good video thanks!

1) drill a hole and add a pin to stop sliding table 2) make a dolly w casters to slip under your sliding fence and thus leveling out your saw to move around

I just got mine. Same model and accessories as you.

What is the price of the saw? I love that it has the sliding base Saludos desde México, Tijuana.

Look up chips fly. They have a ditigtal measuring device that fits the Sawstop table saw. It just screws on using the screws that hold on measuring glass. This is handy becuse if you change the blade you can zero it out so you'll never cut short or long using a differnt blade like a normal or thin kerf blade When you put your tape on the fence rail you set it for the stock blade. But if you use a differnt blade that might not be accurate anymore without recalibration. Now ive been told this won't fit my Jet Table saw but I plan on trying it anyway But I'd like to know what size the fence rail is from the table to the operator side I've been told this won't fit my Jet but both machines have a besymery style fence system most larger saws do.

With the sled, do you need the 52 in side extension?

I've had mine for 13 years. I'll never own any other saw.

Where i can get it?

Nice review, why do you not use a blade gaurd, especially when your kids use it

About 30 years ago, I managed to stick my right pointer finger into the blade twice over 6 months. Still have my finger but second time I didn't touch the saw for about 3 months after I healed.

Can you fit a full dado stack on your arbor?

Really nice video for this wood shop newbie. Can you please specify the amazing push tool your handsome son was using @ 5:50. MANY THANKS! XO from Chicago!

Whaaaat!!!??? Is that a girl talking about a table saw? Women don’t use these things…..stop joking and get “THE MAN OF THE SHOP” out to talk! IM KIDDING ,IM A KIDDER! Lol. Thanks for the review as I’m looking to buy a new table saw immediately. I’m torn between Saw Stop -Laguna and Powermatic. You’ve got a nice clean shop Katie. Peace Love and Happiness to all and stay safe.

Thank you 🙏

Put a clamp on the track of the cross cut sled and it will keep the sled from moving forward

What is the benefit of that expensive crosscut slider over just buying a nice Festool, Makita, or DeWalt track saw? I believe the cost of a track saw and track is far less than just that one accessory.

Great video. But you need to build an outfeed table.

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great machine wonderful

I used this machine good and carpenter friendly machine

total , How much ?

Machine price in india?

Agreed. SawStop is a great saw but there are a ton of folks that cannot shell out the kind of coin required to get one. However, that is all about to change unless I have missed something recently in the news regarding SawStop. The patent runs out this year (August I believe) on their stopping mechanism and there is a possibility that it or parts of the patent will be extended but there is no guarantee either way. At one (1) minute past midnight following the date of expiration of the patent, nearly every single saw manufacturer will have an offering that will be ready to sell online at that very second or you'll be able to either pick one up at your big box store or order from somewhere. Right now if I were planning to purchase a SawStop I'd wait until this issue is settled because of the possibility of saving huge amounts of money, even a possible price reduction from SawStop themselves.

Holy hell!!! That is one expensive saw!!! I only wish I had half the money you spent on that one to buy my next tablesaw!!!

High price is a major down side.

5:56. Arm just above blade gave me the heebi jeebies.

That's super dangerous to have the cross cut sled hitting you towards the blade. You should also still fear the blade.

The slider is such an afterthought. Its so far away from the blade

You do have to spend some time setting the saw up... blade, fence, etc. But once done, the saw is great. Fairly compact which is Nice ru-vid.comUgkxXh-4_3-ZT1fFWP91ZV7iVqzElr0lEb-a I did get an Incra Miter Gauge which takes some setup as well. The stock miter gauge can be adjusted in the miter slot with a little painter's tape... this tightens up the side to side play a lot.

You mean standard and imperial measurements.

You're doing it incorrectly. Use the sliding crosscut sled to move your material through the saw. NOT your hands. They didn't put a locking position on the sled's +Y axis travel limit because You're NOT supposed to be standing in front of it. What you're doing when you're standing in front of the sled is creating a safety violation. Anyone could walk up behind you and accidentally put pressure on the sled, thus forcing you to move forward. You could trip when something like that was to happen. Imagine tripping forward towards the saw's top surface and that unforgiving blade spinning fast enough to put a dollar bill slot in your forehead and brains. 👨‍🎤⚙🩸🩸🩸🩹🩹🩹🚑🏥

I cannot believe that you are teaching that lad to use the saw without the blade guard. Without being rude, you both need training before you use the saw again. If something was to be dropped on to that spinning blade, It would fly off like a bullet.

If you want your kids to be safe using the table saw, teach them to not stand in the kickback zone.

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I would not like anything behind me when using a table saw. Thats dangerous.

There should be zero flaws for the Price u pay for it. Honestly not impressed with mine. Way over rated. Honestly wish I didn't waste my money on one. So many other better Table saws out there for cheaper cost too. Safety is common sense on any machinery u operate. That is the only good thing about Sawstop. Lets any moron be capable of operating it. And the blades r breaks on the saw r a pain in the Ass. I got another Table saw with Dado blades installed on it. They need to design the break different on this saw. And I noticed u didn't mention having to square up the fence when using your sliding portion? I've got to were I wish I didn't buy that slider part too. Always in the way. Pain in the Ass. If I could recoup my Money I spent on this Table saw it would be gone in a second. They have no good resale value. Anyone with Money will just buy a new one. So why buy used when u can get new? Also mine is 5hp. Wjy u get 3hp? Waste if u ask me.

Design flaws? I've had one for 6 years, never seen any design flaws. The way you stand in front of that cross cut sled is scary. It's frustrating when people who don't exhibit table saw smarts are the ones doing videos.

Thats alot of technology to keep away from blade..

Lord help you if you ever need a part. They charge $17.50 to send a 5 dollar keys 90 miles. They are not at all helpful and condescending if ever call for help.

Review? This isn't a Review it's a brag that you got a saw, with way too many upgrades and bonuses then you really need. 52" capacity that is more than your space allows, no out feed table, and a slider that isn't even necessary unless you are doing large work or cabinetry work professionally. Mobile base add on that moved it about 3" in a direction that didn't change anything for your workability

If you need a sawstop you shouldn't be using power tools. Lol

Any saw under 50 hp is useless

I would never, ever buy anything from this company.

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