DeWalt DCS7485T1 vs. Ridgid R4520

Let’s take a look at these two table saws: the DeWalt DCS7485T1 and the Ridgid R4520.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

The R4520 is corded, runs on 120 V, and draws 13 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support the.

The DCS7485T1 is cordless and runs on 60 V batteries.

The DCS7485T1 motor spins at 5800 rpm and the R4520 motor spins at 3450 rpm. Don’t get too caught up in these numbers, since the manufacturers measure them under ideal conditions, so they don’t have a direct impact on the saw’s real-world capability to handle different material.

Blade Compatibility

Both table saws have a 5/8” arbor. The DCS7485T1 takes 8 1/4” diameter blades. The R4520 accepts 10” diameter blades. 10” is the most common diameter for table saw blades, so you’ll be able to find a large variety of blades to suit your needs. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size of arbor gives you a lot of options.

The Ridgid takes dado blades up to 13/16” thick and 6” in diameter. The DeWalt doesn’t accept dado blades. If you’re a woodworker, this might be a significant shortcoming. If you might want to use dado blades, you might want to look at a different model.

Size & Capacity

The DeWalt has 24” of rip capacity to the right side of the blade and has 12” of rip capacity to the left. The Ridgid has 30” of rip capacity to the right side and has 15” of rip capacity to the left of the blade. All else being equal, more rip capacity is better, but it typically also means a larger, heavier saw. Think about what types of rip cuts you’ll be making and choose the right size saw for you.

The DCS7485T1 can bevel up to 45°, is able to cut up to 2 1/2” deep at a 90° angle, and will cut up to 1 3/4” at 45°. The R4520 can bevel the blade up to 4°, can cut up to 3 1/4” deep at an angle of 90°, and is able to cut up to 2 1/4” at a 45° angle.

The table on the Ridgid has a width of 40” and a depth of 27”.

Pros & Cons

Let’s take a look at some of the pluses and minuses of these products.

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Comparison Chart

Here is a full side-by-side comparison of these products’ specs. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DCS7485T1 with other products

	DeWalt DCS7485T1	Ridgid R4520
Brand	DeWalt	Ridgid
Power Type	cordless	corded
Power - Voltage	60 V	120 V
Power - Amps	n/a	13 A
Table Dimensions		40” W × 27” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D	3/4” W × 3/8” D
No-load RPM	5800 rpm	3450 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	24”	30”
Rip Capacity (Left)	12”	15”
Blade Diameter	8 1/4”	10”
Maximum Bevel	45°	4°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	2 1/2”	3 1/4”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	1 3/4”	2 1/4”
Maximum Dado Width		13/16”
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dust Port Diameter		4”
Weight	48 lbs	267 lbs
Warranty		lifetime; if registered within 90 days of purchase
Pros		Cast iron table for maximum precision Usually available at a very good price Stable and nearly vibration-free
Cons		Occasional reports of defective trunnions causing alignment problems
Included Accessories	60 V MAX battery Fast charger Miter gauge 8 1/4” carbide blade
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