1.3 Amp 20-Inch Variable Speed Scroll Saw - DEWALT DW788

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Unique, double parallel-link arm design for reduced; vibration, less noise, and increased accuracy; Variable speed performance from 400 to 1,750 RPM for precision work; Durable cast iron table, tool-free blade clamps, and up-front controls for convenience. Whatever intricate detailing your work demands, the DeWalt DW788 20-Inch Scroll Saw is up to the task. Featuring a 1.3 Amp motor that delivers variable speed performance from 400 to 1,750 RPM, this saw makes use of a unique double parallel-link arm design that reduces vibration and noise significantly, helping you achieve phenomenal accuracy. This design allows the arm to pivot smoothly and easily from the back of the saw to the front, it keeps the blade perpendicular to you work surface to help you avoid over or under cutting, and it allows the arm to lift for inside cuts. The saw's on-off switch, electronic speed control, and blade-tensioning lever are position on the upper part of the arm for easy access, along with a flexible dust blower that helps keep your work surface clear. DeWalt's exclusive blade clamps makes blade changes tool-free for quick and easy switches, while an oversized table provides material support and bevels 45-degrees left or right for added versatility.

I bought this saw 2 years ago to do a small project. I now only buy what is considered to be the best tool I can afford in order to avoid having to buy a second better one later. I used this saw for about 2 hours total and didn't have occasion to touch it again until recently. After 5 minutes of cutting some 5/8" plywood pieces the fuse blew. I replaced it but it blew again. Took the saw to the local DeWalt auth. service center. They tell me the motor is no good and it will cost me ... to fix! They called DeWalt to explain it was in new cond. but DeWalt says it's out of warranty. So if your saw fails be ready to throw it out and buy an new one.

My Dewalt DW788 arrived from Amazon, and would not work whatsoever. Advise steering clear of this brand, and buy locally
where customer relations are more important.

I was pleasantly surprized tosee how well made the saw was. I also bought the stand and spent an hour or so putting all the nuts and bolts in, Everything lined up well and I was up and sawing away. Minimal vibration and reasonably quiet.

I have owned this saw for a couple months. I have played with it enough to get a feel for it but I have not worked with it enough to be an expert.

Strengths:

1) The cast iron table is nice (large and smooth)

2) The saw doesn't vibrate hardly at all in fact I don't even have mine mounted yet. I have simply put it on a work bench and the saw stays put.

3) The saw does make very nice cuts

Weaknesses:

1) It's heavy for moving (is also part of its strengths)

2) It seems to be a little underpowered for larger stock

Overall it is a nice machine with a fairly hefty price tag.

I can not understand the reviews that claim this saw is noisy or has excess vibration. I find the saw to be very quite and smooth. It has good power to cut 2" stock and the table finish is very good. If you are upgrading from a low-end saw you will be very pleased with this saw.