DeWalt DWE7485 vs. Skil TS6307-00

Let’s take a look at these two table saws: the DeWalt DWE7485 and the Skil TS6307-00. To get more details, read our full review of the DeWalt DWE7485.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

Both saws 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 table saws.

The DWE7485 motor spins at 5800 rpm and the TS6307-00 motor spins at 4600 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 have a 5/8” arbor. The DWE7485 accepts 8 1/4” diameter blades. The TS6307-00 takes 10” diameter blades. 10” is a very popular diameter for table saw blades, meaning it should be no problem to find a wide variety of blades. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size arbor maximizes blade compatibility.

The Skil accepts dado blades up to 5/8” thick. 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 24 1/2” of rip capacity to the right of the blade and has 12” of rip capacity to the left side. The Skil has 25 1/2” of rip capacity to the right and has 14” of rip capacity to the left side. All else being equal, 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.

The DWE7485 can bevel its blade up to 45°, will cut up to 2 9/16” deep at 90°, and can cut up to 1 3/4” at an angle of 45°. The TS6307-00 can bevel up to 47°, is able to cut up to 3 1/2” deep at a 90° angle, and will cut up to 2 1/2” at 45°.

The table on the DeWalt has a width of 22 3/4” and a depth of 22 3/4”. The table on the Skil has a width of 24” and a depth of 25”.

Pros & Cons

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

For the DeWalt:

For the Skil:

Comparison Chart

Below is a full side-by-side comparison of these products’ specs. To get more details, read our full review of the DeWalt DWE7485. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DWE7485 with other products

	DeWalt DWE7485	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 3/4” W × 22 3/4” D	24” W × 25” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D	3/4” W × 3/8” D
Miter Slot Shape	T-slot
No-load RPM	5800 rpm	4600 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	24 1/2”	25 1/2”
Rip Capacity (Left)	12”	14”
Blade Diameter	8 1/4”	10”
Maximum Bevel	45°	47°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	2 9/16”	3 1/2”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	1 3/4”	2 1/2”
Maximum Dado Width		5/8”
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dust Port Diameter	2 1/2”
Dimensions	13” H
Weight	46 lbs	51.2 lbs
Pros	Rack-and-pinion fence is easy to operate Light and easy to move	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	Does not support dado blades Included blade is construction-quality, needs upgrading for woodworking	Miter gauge face is not square to table Rip fence can wiggle and require readjustment
Included Accessories	Saw blade Rip fence Miter gauge Modular guard system Adjustment wrenches	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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