DeWalt DWE7480 vs. Ridgid R4512

Let’s compare these two table saws: the DeWalt DWE7480 and the Ridgid R4512. To get more detailed information, read our full reviews of the DeWalt DWE7480 and of the Ridgid R4512.

NOTE: The DWE7480 has been discontinued. You may want to look into alternatives.

Features & Benefits

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Related: Table Saw Buying Guide: What to Look For

Power & Motor

Both table saws are corded and require 120 V. The DWE7480 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 DWE7480 motor produces 4800 rpm and the R4512 motor produces 3450 rpm. But don’t pay too much attention to these numbers, because the manufacturers measure them under no-load conditions, and they don’t have a strong impact on the saw’s real-world ability to handle different material.

Blade Compatibility

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

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

Size & Capacity

The DeWalt has 24 1/2” of rip capacity 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. In general, 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 table saws can bevel their blades up to 45° and are able to cut up to 2 1/4” deep at a 45° angle. The DWE7480 will cut up to 3 1/8” at 90°. The R4512 can cut up to 3 1/4” deep at an angle of 90°.

The table on the DeWalt is 23 1/2” wide and 23 3/4” 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 DWE7480:

For the Ridgid:

Comparison Chart

Here’s a full side-by-side look at these products’ specs. To get more details, read our full reviews of the DeWalt DWE7480 and of the Ridgid R4512. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DWE7480 with other products

	DeWalt DWE7480	Ridgid R4512
Brand	DeWalt	Ridgid
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	15 A	13 A
Table Dimensions	23 1/2” W × 23 3/4” D	40” W × 27” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D	3/4” W × 3/8” D
No-load RPM	4800 rpm	3450 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	24 1/2”	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 1/4”	4”
Weight	45 lbs (without optional stand)	267 lbs
Drive Mechanism		belt-drive
Warranty		3 year
Pros	Compact size and light weight Respectable 24 1/2” rip capacity Precise rack-and-pinion fence	Accessory slots for installing auxiliary wings Cast iron top for precise cutting Retractable wheels for easy moving around shop
Cons	Small table Mediocre miter gauge No included stand Can’t accept dado sets	May require alignment out of the box to ensure blade is straight
Included Accessories	10” 24-tooth blade Site-Pro modular guard system Miter gauge Rip fence
Other Notes	Discontinued
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