For many professional woodworkers, their table saws form the cornerstones of their woodworking operations. The angle adjustment knob allows for adjustments to the blade angle in smaller increments making fine, accurate adjustments a simpler task. Cutting The 1650 Watt motor makes 4800 rotations per minute. It is powerful enough to increase the speed of the machine. That is why it makes you complete a task in a short period. Pinion fence rails The blade has a 40 tooth Tungsten carbide-tipped blade. The blade diameter is 260mm. It has a decent size that makes it powerful enough to cut through large piles. Max cutting depth The maximum cutting depth of the Makita mlt100 at 45 degrees is 64mm, and at 90 degrees, it is 93mm. When at 45 degrees, it runs up to 64mm. Similarly, the maximum cutting of the Makita 2704 at 90 degrees is 93mm.

The included saw blade has a diameter of 260mm, a 30mm bore and the tips are made from tungsten carbide which makes it ideal for cutting through wood, laminates and plastics. This product is sold as one mains powered table saw and a saw blade. There is almost no vibration on the blade and the measurements printed on the saw are close to spot on. The machine rotates from 45 degrees up to 90 degrees. At 90 degrees, it can go as deep as 90.5mm; at 45 degrees, it is 63mm. The bevel cutting capacity amounts to 0 to 45 degrees. 10-inch blade Walking into a store the MLT 100 will definitely draw your attention. Largely covered in the brands signature blue, you don’t need to be a power tool connoisseur to be able to identify this saw from across a room as a Makita.

The maximum cutting height at 90 degrees is 93mm. When it is at 45 degrees, it runs up to 64mm. Amp motor Safety comes in the form of an electric brake. The guard is removable without using a tool. The table saw comes with a soft start and dust collection feature. The cost is not ideal for users running under a tight budget. Pros For hobbyists, the situation is very much the same with the only real difference being that as hobbyists, we try and scale down a bit from the large, high powered cabinet saws often used by professionals.

The blade can sit at a 90-degree cutting angle and cut down to 93mm. The angle is adjusted from -0.5 to 45.5 degrees. When it is at 45 degrees, it goes down to 64mm. Accurate cutting Several features make the table saw accurate. The tabletop is super flat, which makes it precise. The T-slot miter gauge secures the workpiece. The rip fence is smooth and precise. Similarities One such saw is the Makita MLT 100. A saw that I have been using for over a year now and today I will write my detailed and honest review of this Makita product. First glance – Why I bought it The Makita mlt100 is cost-effective compared to 2704. The mlt100 is under 700 whereas 2704 is almost 1000. Verdict on the makita 2704 vs mlt100 Beyond the Makita decals, you will also notice the type of well-built machine that consumers have come to expect from the brand despite the fact that the saw was developed as a cost-effective alternative to the Makita 2704.Taking the saw out of its box, with the exception of some fine-tuning to the blades set point, the only assembly required before the saw can be used is fitting the riving knife and clipping the blade guard into place.

The Makita mlt100 table saw makes noise, especially when starting, whereas 2704 does not make vibrations. In cases where it is, however, you’ll be better off using a tool designed for making accurate miter cuts like the Metabo KGS 254 M. Who was this saw made for?The main feature of the Makita 2704 is the powerful 1650 Watt motor. It has high rigidity that makes accurate cutting possible. The table is extendable, and the fence gives you a large cutting board. It has easy scales that help you prepare your cutting pieces of equipment. The fence of the Makita mlt100 has alignment problems, whereas the fence system of 2704 is accurate.