The DWE7491RS has 32 1/2” of rip capacity to the right and has 22” of rip capacity to the left side. The DWE7485 has 24 1/2” of rip capacity to the right of the blade and has 12” of rip capacity to the left side of the blade. If you anticipate wanting to use dado blades, you might want to look at a different model. For woodworkers, this might be a significant deficiency. The DWE7491RS accepts dado blades up to 13/16” thick. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size arbor maximizes blade compatibility. 10” is the most common diameter for table saw blades, so it won’t be a problem to find a huge variety of blades. The DWE7485 accepts 8 1/4” diameter blades. Blade Compatibilityīoth table saws have a 5/8” arbor.
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. The DWE7485 motor spins at 5800 rpm and the DWE7491RS motor spins at 4800 rpm. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the saws. Related: Table Saw Buying Guide: What to Look For Power & Motorīoth products are corded, run on 120 V, and draw 15 amps. You can read more in our complete guide to buying a table saw.
