Woodworkers always have to be vigilant about safety. When you’re working with high powered tools that can slice through dense wood, you better keep focused and attentive. A new invention called SawStop seeks to add another layer of safety right at the tool. This could mean the difference between a cut and amputation.
But this cabinet doesn’t just keep you safe. It’s really an attempt to build a superior saw cabinet. Here is a video highlighting the safety features with features after:
- SawStop® Safety System
- blade stops and retracts on accidental contact
- protection is always on
- performs continuous self checks
- invisible protection – does not intefere with work
- compatible with all standard blades
- works on all woods and non-conductive materials
- includes bypass switch for cutting metal
- European style riving knife to minimize kickback
- Low profile blade guard for narrow cuts
- Quick-change mount for guard and riving knife
- Large start/stop paddle for hands-free shut off
- Main power switch with removable lock-out key
- Magnetic contactor motor control
- Blade shroud for improved dust collection
- Zero-clearance insert
- Extra heavy castings
- Widely spaced trunnions
- Infinitely adjustable trunnion assembly for precision alignment
- Cast iron extension wings
- Vertical slide blade elevation for increased stability
- Powerful 3HP, 5HP or 7.5HP (optional) motor
- Long-lasting V-ribbed belts
- 8” cast iron handwheels
- Two access doors in cabinet
- Powder-coated cabinet
- Optional T-Glide™ Fence System
- Optional 36″ or 52″ extension table
