DeWalt DWE7480 vs. Skil TS6307-00
Considering a new table saw? Compare the benefits of the DeWalt DWE7480 and Skil TS6307-00 in order to make an informed purchase!
We’ll take a look at these two table saws: the DeWalt DWE7480 and the Skil TS6307-00. To get more details, check out our full review of the DeWalt DWE7480.
NOTE: The DeWalt has been discontinued. You might consider looking into similar products.
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 DWE7480 has a motor that spins at 4800 rpm and the TS6307-00 has a motor that spins at 4600 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. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size of arbor gives you a variety of options.
The Skil accepts dado blades up to 5/8” thick. The DWE7480 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 24 1/2” of material on the right of the blade and has 12” of rip capacity on the left side. The Skil has 25 1/2” of rip capacity on the right of the blade and has 14” of rip capacity on the left side. 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.
The DWE7480 can bevel its 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 the 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 23 1/2” wide and 23 3/4” 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 DWE7480:
Pros
- Compact size and light weight
- Respectable 24 1/2” rip capacity
- Precise rack-and-pinion fence
Cons
- Small table
- Mediocre miter gauge
- No included stand
- Can’t accept dado sets
For the Skil:
Pros
- 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
- Miter gauge face is not square to table
- Rip fence can wiggle and require readjustment
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 DWE7480. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DWE7480 with other products