JET XACTA
Score: 92/100
SawStop Contractor Saw
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Jet Deluxe XACTA Table Saw is a high-end cabinet-style saw featuring a 50-inch rip capacity and a precision XACTA Fence II with HDPE faces. It is designed for heavy-duty woodworking, offering professional-grade stability with cast iron table wings and efficient dust collection. It is best suited for serious hobbyists, cabinetmakers, and professional woodworkers who need to rip sheet materials and handle hardwoods.
The SawStop Contractor Saw is a high-precision table saw designed for home shops and small professional setups, featuring a patented safety system that stops the blade on skin contact. It offers a substantial 36-inch rip capacity and a precision T-Glide fence system, prioritizing safety and build quality over portability. It is best suited for avid hobbyists and small-shop professionals who need safety-first rips and precise crosscuts in constrained spaces.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
50 inbest | 36 in | |
18 Abest | 1.75 A | |
230 Vbest | 120 V | |
3 in | 3.125 inbest | |
4,300 RPMbest | — | |
10 inbest | 10 inbest | |
0.625 inbest | — | |
4 inbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power & Motor(3) | ||
Motor Power (A) | 18 A | 1.75 A |
Voltage (V) | 230 V | 120 V |
No-Load Speed (RPM) | 4300 RPM | RPM |
Table & Fence(2) | ||
Fence Type | 50-inch Commercial XACTA Fence II | T-Glide Advance |
Table Material | Cast Iron | Steel |
Cutting Performance(4) | ||
Rip Capacity (Right) (in) | 50 in | 36 in |
Max Cut Depth (90°) (in) | 3 in | 3.125 in |
Bevel Range (deg) | Unknown deg | deg |
Arbor Size (in) | 0.625 in | in |
Safety & Features(2) | ||
Safety Features | Quick-release riving knife | Skin Contact Detection |
Dust Port Diameter (in) | 4 in | in |
Value & Support(2) | ||
Warranty | 5-Year | |
Included Accessories | Table Wings, XACTA Fence, Miter Gauge, Riving Knives, Arbor Lock, Cabinet, Motor Cover, Handwheels | Extension Wings, Hex Keys, Gauge |
Physical & Portability(3) | ||
Stand Type | Cabinet | Contractor |
Weight (lb) | 510 lb | lb |
Overall Dimensions | 36.0 x 38.0 x 85.0 | 69.13 x 45.0 x 34.75 |
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Professional reviewers and editors praise the Jet Deluxe XACTA for its professional-grade build quality, particularly highlighting the XACTA Fence II's T-square precision and the low-maintenance HDPE faces. The saw is considered suitable for serious cabinet work and hardwood cutting, though reviewers note that assembly can be challenging due to the heavy components.
Everyday users commonly praise the fence's slick HDPE surfaces for effortless wood sliding and the saw's powerful performance on large rips. Recurring complaints focus on the cumbersome assembly of the heavy wings and the additional cost required to upgrade the motor for intensive hardwood use.
Professional reviewers highlight the SawStop CNS175-TGP236's safety innovation and precision as standout features for small-shop professionals and hobbyists. Woodcraft editors specifically praise its unmatched fit and finish, superior cutting performance, and industry-leading dust collection capabilities.
Everyday users primarily praise the safety system for providing peace of mind and the fence accuracy for ensuring reliable cuts. Common themes include the ease of configurability for shop integration.
