DeWalt DW745 vs. Ridgid R4512

We’ll take a look at these two table saws: the DeWalt DW745 and the Ridgid R4512. To get more details, check out our full reviews of the DeWalt DW745 and of the Ridgid R4512.

NOTE: The DeWalt has been discontinued. You might consider looking into similar products. Some similar products to the DeWalt DW745 include the Metabo HPT C10RJS, DeWalt DWE7491RS, and SawStop JSS-120A60.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

Both products are corded and run on 120 V. The DW745 draws 15 amps. The R4512 draws 13 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the saws.

The DW745 has a motor that spins at 3850 rpm and the R4512 has a motor that spins at 3450 rpm. You shouldn’t get too caught up in the RPM numbers, since the manufacturers test them under ideal conditions, and they don’t have a meaningful correlation with the saw’s real-world ability to handle various types of material.

Blade Compatibility

Both table saws take 10” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. Ten inches is a very popular size for table saw blades, meaning it should be no problem to find a huge variety of blades to suit your needs. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size arbor gives you a variety of options.

The Ridgid accepts dado blades up to 13/16” thick. The DW745 can’t handle dado blades. If you’re a woodworker, this might be a major shortcoming. If you anticipate wanting to use dado blades, consider loooking at a different model.

Size & Capacity

The DeWalt can rip up to 20” of wood on the right side of the blade and has 12” of rip capacity on the left. The Ridgid has 30” of rip capacity on the right side and has 15” of rip capacity on the left of the blade. All else being equal, a larger rip capacity is better, but it often also means a larger, heavier saw. Think about how big of rip cuts you’ll be making to help choose the right size saw for you.

Both products can bevel up to 45° and will cut up to 2 1/4” deep at a 45° angle. The DW745 is able to cut up to 3 1/8” at an angle of 90°. The R4512 can cut up to 3 1/4” deep at 90°.

The table on the DeWalt is 22” wide and 22” deep. The table on the Ridgid is 40” wide and 27” deep.

Pros & Cons

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

For the DW745:

For the Ridgid:

Comparison Chart

Here is a full side-by-side look at these products’ specs. For more details, go to our full reviews of the DeWalt DW745 and of the Ridgid R4512. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DW745 with other products

	DeWalt DW745	Ridgid R4512
Brand	DeWalt	Ridgid
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	15 A	13 A
Table Dimensions	22” W × 22” D	40” W × 27” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D	3/4” W × 3/8” D
No-load RPM	3850 rpm	3450 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	20”	30”
Rip Capacity (Left)	12”	15”
Blade Diameter	10”	10”
Maximum Bevel	45°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	3 1/8”	3 1/4”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	2 1/4”	2 1/4”
Maximum Dado Width		13/16”
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dust Port Diameter	2 1/2”	4”
Weight	45 lbs	267 lbs
Drive Mechanism		belt-drive
Warranty		3 year
Pros	Very compact Fence ruler is precise once calibrated Precise and easy-to-adjust rip fence	Accessory slots for installing auxiliary wings Cast iron top for precise cutting Retractable wheels for easy moving around shop
Cons	Mediocre miter gauge Blade height adjustment mechanism may be prone to binding Loud motor Can’t accept dado blade	May require alignment out of the box to ensure blade is straight
Included Accessories	10” 24-tooth carbide blade Miter gauge Push stick Blade guard Rip fence
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