- How does the SawStop brake work?
- A cartridge senses electrical contact with skin and fires an aluminum brake into the blade, stopping it in milliseconds and dropping it below the table. The cartridge is then replaced.
- How deep will it cut?
- It cuts 3-1/8 inches at 90 degrees and bevels to 45 degrees. Owners report clean cuts in 2-inch maple.
- Does it need a special outlet?
- It runs on standard 120 V household current but draws 15 A, so a dedicated circuit is best to avoid tripping breakers.
- Is it portable enough for job sites?
- It has a compact footprint but weighs 68 lbs, so it is better suited to a shop or a fixed spot than daily carrying.
- What comes in the box?
- The saw ships with a 10-inch blade, rip fence, miter gauge, blade guard and dust collection port. Brake cartridge is included.
- How does it compare with a DeWalt jobsite saw?
- The DeWalt is lighter and less expensive to run, but it has no blade brake. The SawStop trades portability for the safety system.
- Where is the SawStop CTS-120A60 Compact Table Saw cheapest?
- At Lowe's, for $974.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the SawStop CTS-120A60 Compact Table Saw?
- 3 stores we checked sell it, including Lowe's, Walmart, The Home Depot.