DeWalt DW745 vs. Skil TS6307-00

We’ll take a look at these two table saws: the DeWalt DW745 and the Skil TS6307-00. To get more details, check out our full review of the DeWalt DW745.

NOTE: The DeWalt has been discontinued. You might look at 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, run on 120 V, and draw 15 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 TS6307-00 has a motor that spins at 4600 rpm. But 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 shouldn’t be a 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 Skil accepts dado blades up to 5/8” 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” on the right side of the blade and has 12” of rip capacity on the left. The Skil has 25 1/2” of rip capacity on the right side and has 14” of rip capacity on the left of the blade. In general, 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.

The DW745 can bevel the blade up to 45°, will cut up to 3 1/8” at a 90° angle, and is able to cut up to 2 1/4” deep at an angle of 45°. The TS6307-00 can bevel its blade up to 47°, can cut up to 3 1/2” at 90°, and will cut up to 2 1/2” deep at a 45° angle.

The table on the DeWalt is 22” wide and 22” deep. The table on the Skil is 24” wide and 25” deep.

Pros & Cons

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

For the DW745:

For the Skil:

Comparison Chart

Here’s a full side-by-side look at these products’ specs. To get more details, check out our full review of the DeWalt DW745. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DW745 with other products

	DeWalt DW745	Skil TS6307-00
Brand	DeWalt	Skil
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	15 A	15 A
Table Dimensions	22” W × 22” D	24” W × 25” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D	3/4” W × 3/8” D
No-load RPM	3850 rpm	4600 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	20”	25 1/2”
Rip Capacity (Left)	12”	14”
Blade Diameter	10”	10”
Maximum Bevel	45°	47°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	3 1/8”	3 1/2”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	2 1/4”	2 1/2”
Maximum Dado Width		5/8”
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dust Port Diameter	2 1/2”
Weight	45 lbs	51.2 lbs
Pros	Very compact Fence ruler is precise once calibrated Precise and easy-to-adjust rip fence	Integrated folding legs make storage easy Adjustable leg for uneven ground or floors Safety features are easy to remove and replace when cutting dados or using a sled
Cons	Mediocre miter gauge Blade height adjustment mechanism may be prone to binding Loud motor Can’t accept dado blade	Miter gauge face is not square to table Rip fence can wiggle and require readjustment
Included Accessories	10” 24-tooth carbide blade Miter gauge Push stick Blade guard Rip fence	Table saw with integrated folding legs Blade guard Push stick Miter gauge Anti-kickback pawls Dust port elbow Wrenches Riving blade Rip fence 24-tooth blade
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