Saws
Is my table saw completely broken after an activation?
Last Updated: 21. Mai 2025Don’t worry! When the system activates, it’s designed to protect you, but the machine itself isn’t “broken.” However, you will need to replace the cartridge and the blade.
Can I replace the brake cartridge myself?
Last Updated: 21. Mai 2025Yes, replacing the brake cartridge can be done by the user. We provide instructional videos and manuals on our website to guide you through the process.
How good is the Jobsite Pro fence system?
Last Updated: 21. Mai 2025The Jobsite T-Glide fence has been engineered to auto-square on lock-down, which requires a wheel-floated back end of the fence. While the user may be able to grasp and wiggle the end of the fence when it is properly adjusted and locked down, rest assured that extensive field testing has shown this does not impact…
Do you offer a mobile base for your saws?
Last Updated: 21. Mai 2025Yes. The Jobsite Pro Saw includes a mobile cart in the saw box. The Compact Table Saw offers an optional stand, but not a mobile base.
Can I use dado sets with my SawStop saw?
Last Updated: 20. Mai 2025With regards to our dado sets the US machines can be used with them (Jobsite Pro, Contractor and Professional Saw). The break is bigger to enable it to catch the whole set and stop the blades together as one, However, we are not currently supplying these in the UK or EU. Under EU regulations, Dado…
How does the SawStop safety system work?
Last Updated: 20. Mai 2025You can find an explanation of the safety system’s operation as well as watch a brief video of the safety system in action here
Does activation damage the saw?
Last Updated: 20. Mai 2025SawStop saws are designed to absorb the force of activation and are not damaged by it.
What will it cost to reset the safety system?
Last Updated: 20. Mai 2025A standard brake cartridge costs £79/89 Euros.
What do I do if I activate the safety systems break cartridge?
Last Updated: 20. Mai 2025If you activate the safety system’s brake, you will need to replace the brake cartridge and evaluate the condition of the blade for future use. Replacing the brake cartridge is simple and can take as little as 90 seconds to complete.
Can the blade be reused if the safety system break is activated?
Last Updated: 20. Mai 2025When the safety system activates, it will sometimes damage one or more teeth on the blade. Some users discard and replace the blade, while others choose to have their blades inspected/repaired by a qualified specialist.
Will the break respond during coast down?
Last Updated: 20. Mai 2025Yes, if you are using the red paddle to turn the blade on/off, the brake is still actively monitoring the coast down rotation. The yellow power switch is what powers the cartridge to begin monitoring the blade, so as long as that remains on, the cartridge will activate during coast down.
I noticed Festool has the TKS with AIM technology. Is this a SawStop product?
Last Updated: 20. Mai 2025In 2017, SawStop was purchased by TTS Tooltechnic Systems which also owns Festool in addition to other innovation companies. As “sister” organisations, we have collaborated with Festool to integrate SawStop’s patented safety system technology into their new TKS 80 Table Saw.
Where can I find replacement parts for my saw?
Last Updated: 20. Mai 2025Replacement parts for your saw can be attained at your local dealer, online or on the phone.
What is the wattage on your saws?
Last Updated: 20. Mai 2025Our Jobsite saw is 2000W and our Compact saw 1800W.
Aside from the safety systems features, what makes SawStop saws better than others on the market?
Last Updated: 20. Mai 2025Quality. SawStop saws were designed from the ground up to be the best saws you can buy. Read what customers that use the SawStop cabinet saw every day have to say about its quality and safety system. As I had mentioned in our session yesterday, SawStop does not sacrifice safety for quality. We are industry…
What are the main differences between the Compact Table Saw and Jobsite Saw Pro saw?
Last Updated: 17. September 2025The main differences you will find on our Compact Table Saw:
Does the CTS and the JSS have the same motor?
Last Updated: 17. September 2025The motors on the Compact Table Saw and the Jobsite Saw Pro are not the same. The Compact Table Saw uses a direct drive motor, whereas the Jobsite Saw Pro has a belt drive motor. There are several advantages to a belt drive motor including noise and vibration suppression.
What is the flatness of the table on the Compact Table Saw?
Last Updated: 17. September 2025We do not have a flatness specification for our Compact Table Saw tabletop. The precision of our Compact Table Saw is comparable to similar compact saws on the market and will not have a measurable impact on the quality of your cuts.
What type of fence comes with a SawStop saw?
Last Updated: 20. Mai 2025SawStop’s T-Glide Fence is a T-style fence that is well-known for accuracy and dependability. The Jobsite Saw includes a Jobsite T-Glide, a field-weight aluminium T-style fence.
What is a riving knife?
Last Updated: 20. Mai 2025The riving knife is an important safety feature that substantially reduces the chance of kick-back. The riving knife functions similar to a spreader on a blade guard assembly. The difference is that the riving knife does not extend above the top of the blade. Therefore, the riving knife can be used when making non-through cuts…