One of the classic tools of professional and amateur woodworkers, these powerful saws feature a fixed, circular blade on an integrated tabletop. Also known as bench saws, they are capable of a large variety of fast, precision cuts and functions, including rip cutting timbers and trimming panel boards.

What Are Bench Saws Used For?

Table saws and bench saws have become such a staple of workshops because they can perform essential woodworking cuts quickly and accurately using different blades. This includes ripping, cross-cutting, bevel cuts, mitre cuts, joints, rabbets, grooves and kerfing. Toolstation stocks a wide range of table saws from leading brands such as DeWalt, Scheppach and Einhell Classic. Find compact, lightweight and portable table saws or heavy-duty saw tables for contractors and tradespeople. We also have cordless table saws for flexible working and starter table saws that are ideal for enthusiastic home woodworkers.

Why use a table saw?

A table saw gives you:

Clean, repeatable rip cuts and crosscuts
Precise bevel and mitre cuts with adjustment
Capability for groove, dado or tongue & groove cuts (with the right blade or jig) - LINK
Faster throughput on sheet goods (plywood, MDF, OSB)
Better control, support, and accuracy than handheld circular saws
Dust port for connection to extraction systems

Whether you’re trimming sheet material, making boxed carcasses, or building furniture, a bench saw is a workhorse in your toolkit.

Choosing the Right Table Saw

Key factors to consider when buying a table saw:

Motor power – determines cutting strength.
Blade size & cutting depth – affects material thickness you can cut.
Rip capacity – how wide you can cut from the fence.
Fence accuracy – essential for straight, repeatable cuts.
Table size & stability – impacts control and precision.
Safety features – riving knife, guard, and emergency stop.
Dust extraction – keeps workspace clean and safe.
Portability – important for site use or small workshops.
Build quality & warranty – ensures long-term reliability.

What types of cuts can I make with a table (bench) saw?

You can rip (lengthwise), cross-cut (across width), bevel cuts, mitre cuts, dado/groove cuts, rabbets, and tenons (with the right blade or jig).

Can a table saw handle sheet goods like plywood or MDF?

Yes - with the right blade and support (infeed/outfeed tables or rollers), our table saws can cut large panels fast and cleanly. But always use proper support, push sticks, and guard features.

What accessories do I need for a table saw?

Common accessories include:

Quality blades (rip blade, crosscut blade, combination blades)
Zero-clearance insert
Miter gauge
Sleds
Featherboards
Extension tables or roller stands
Dust collection accessories

Why is dust extraction important on a table saw?

Dust extraction helps keep the blade clear, maintains cut visibility, reduces airborne dust (health hazard), and keeps your workshop cleaner. Many of our saws include a dust port you should connect to a vacuum or extractor.

Milwaukee Red 18VV Table Saws

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