DeWalt DW745 vs. Ridgid R4520

Let’s take a look at these two table saws: the DeWalt DW745 and the Ridgid R4520. To get more details, read our full review of the DeWalt DW745.

NOTE: The DeWalt has been discontinued. You might look into alternatives. Some alternatives to the DeWalt DW745 are the Metabo HPT C10RJS, DeWalt DWE7491RS, and SawStop JSS-120A60.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

Both table saws are corded and run on 120 V. The DW745 draws 15 amps. The R4520 draws 13 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the saws.

The DW745 motor spins at 3850 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, and they don’t have a direct impact on the saw’s real-world ability to handle different material.

Blade Compatibility

Both products accept 10” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. 10” is a very common diameter for table saw blades, which means it won’t be a problem to find a huge variety of blades. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size arbor won’t limit your options.

The Ridgid takes dado blades up to 13/16” thick and 6” in diameter. The DeWalt can’t handle dado blades. For woodworkers, this might be a significant deficiency. If you’ll want to use dado blades, consider loooking at a different model.

Size & Capacity

The DeWalt has 20” of rip capacity to the right of the blade and has 12” of rip capacity to the left side. The Ridgid has 30” of rip capacity to the right of the blade and has 15” of rip capacity to the left side. Generally speaking, larger rip capacity is better, but it typically also means a larger (and heavier) saw. Think about what types of rip cuts you’ll be making and choose the right size saw for you.

Both table saws will cut up to 2 1/4” at 45°. The DW745 can bevel up to 45° and can cut up to 3 1/8” deep at an angle of 90°. The R4520 can bevel its blade up to 4° and is able to cut up to 3 1/4” at a 90° angle.

The table on the DeWalt has a width of 22” and a depth of 22”. 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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For the Ridgid:

Comparison Chart

Here is a full side-by-side comparison of these products’ specs. If you want more details, go to our full review of the DeWalt DW745. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DW745 with other products

	DeWalt DW745	Ridgid R4520
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°	4°
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
Warranty		lifetime; if registered within 90 days of purchase
Pros	Very compact Fence ruler is precise once calibrated Precise and easy-to-adjust rip fence	Cast iron table for maximum precision Usually available at a very good price Stable and nearly vibration-free
Cons	Mediocre miter gauge Blade height adjustment mechanism may be prone to binding Loud motor Can’t accept dado blade	Occasional reports of defective trunnions causing alignment problems
Included Accessories	10” 24-tooth carbide blade Miter gauge Push stick Blade guard Rip fence
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