Why did people choose this one over the bosch 4100?
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The Bosch only has a one year warranty, the Dewalt is three... The Dewalt has a superior fence which stays parallel to the blade once it's set up. The Bosch has to be checked as it can be misadjusted. The Bosch has a slower motor, 3650 rpm vs. 4800 rpm. On the other hand, the Bosch gravity rise stand is really good but the stand raises the saw at a higher height than necessary which makes it uncomfortable for shorter people. The Bosch miter gauge is a bit better than the Dewalt but neither is considered to be really accurate. The Bosch is really heavy, 125 lbs vs. 110 lbs for the Dewalt 7491 (with the rolling stand) or 87 lbs for the Dewalt 7490 (scissors stand).
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Only owning the 400, I can not make the comparison, but the rpm and power is noticeably different between the 1 and 2 setting. You can see it rotate faster, hear the change in pitch, and see the results on particularly thick or stubborn grass/weeds/etc. Having tried this out as a possible substitution for my Poulan Pro gas trimmer, I never plan to go back to gas (keep in mind I have only a small subdivision lot (~6100sqft) with a privacy fence and multiple landscape areas). I enjoy not having to maintain, keep track of, or charge multiple batteries. The 400 is a sweet piece of equipment.
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Well, I bought it for my 4100, and it fits that, but I have never used it, and am unlikely ever to use it. Dado saws can be used for so many different size cuts, and this insert is only one, full thickness, size so it is of minimal value. Better to cut your own ply inserts, one for each size, as you need them (lower the blade, insert the insert, wedge with the fence (but not directly over the blade!) and slowly raise the blade. Wish I'd realized that while I had time to return this, but I didn't get around to using my dado blade in time. If you have a router with a pattern bit, that's the best way to cut the inserts, and there's a part of the casing that sticks up higher than the insert rest, so you may need to relieve the underneath of the insert so it sits down properly.
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In addition to the points made by R. Cohen the 40200 has inserts with four cutters in the spiral cutterhead instead of the two cutter inserts of the 40300. This means that you have twice as much cutter capacity with the 40200. By that I mean you can rotate each individual cutter four times instead of only two with the 40300. The 40200 is a very sturdy and heavy machine and appears to be well made. I evaluated both machines and am impressed with the 40200 and am glad I chose it even though it does cost more.
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I would say the Bosch laser is more accurate as it references off of the plumb line if you would. Definitely within .060" accuracy.
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I agree with Gordon...the saw I purchased went together perfect and the performance was as well. Only thing I can think of is that it was damaged at manufacture or while being shipped. What size tile are you working with and how far out is the cut?. You might call Bosch and see what info they have for you. I am very pleased with the saw, it is built very well..only thing I thought was unnecessary is the plastic splatter guards, useless and only get in the way.Also....for those of you who don't like the available stands for this saw I have an option. I also purchased the Bosch Easy Up and with some inistrute, metric bolts made one killer saw/ stand combo. I agree with Gordon...the saw I purchased went together perfect and the performance was as well. Only thing I can think of is that it was damaged at manufacture or while being shipped. What size tile are you working with and how far out is the cut?. You might call Bosch and see what info they have for you. I am very pleased with the saw, it is built very well..only thing I thought was unnecessary is the plastic splatter guards, useless and only get in the way.Also....for those of you who don't like the available stands for this saw I have an option. I also purchased... » Read More I agree with Gordon...the saw I purchased went together perfect and the performance was as well. Only thing I can think of is that it was damaged at manufacture or while being shipped. What size tile are you working with and how far out is the cut?. You might call Bosch and see what info they have for you. I am very pleased with the saw, it is built very well..only thing I thought was unnecessary is the plastic splatter guards, useless and only get in the way.Also....for those of you who don't like the available stands for this saw I have an option. I also purchased the Bosch Easy Up and with some inistrute, metric bolts made one killer saw/ stand combo. « Show Less
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The saw has the standard miter slot. The Bosch 4000 did not have the T slot cut in the bottom of the miter slot. However, the 4100 does. I don't have an Incra gage, but I believe any of Incra's line of miter gages would use the standard 3/8 x 3/4 miter slot dimension. The according to their spec, the Incra 1000 HD for example works with or without the 15/16" T at the bottom of the miter slot. Note also the 1000 HD has some width adjustment to fit snugly in the miter slot.
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Quite a bit smaller and has an internal 90 degree tilt sensor, or angle meter, instead of the exterior bubble vile. Enables instant indirect measurements and height measurements. Maybe a couple other things as well. Meant to be used with the bosch R60 measuring rail, but that is probably irrelevant to many people. Quite honestly, I'd spend the extra just because of the size and the rechargeable factor. I love my GLM80. Im in real estate and use it constantly. My neighbor is a hardcore techno geek and he keeps trying to steal it. He's "borrowed" it twice, I think hoping i'd forget about it. LOL. Not a chance!!
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Makita is super precision and cuts perfect. It has precision and toughness mixed. Already has paid for itself. I would buy this over the Bosch any day. The Bosch looks tough, but does not say. "Made in the USA" on it.
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Yeah, I was excited to see that until I found your question (thank you for asking it) and the answers. Then I realized, that review is almost as old as my marriage (it's from 2003). What a shame Bosch no longer includes the edge guide and circle jig.
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Although the motor and cutters are the same, there is considerable difference in the machines. The 40200 is heavier and stronger. It comes with stainless steel in and out feed trays. It has a wheel on the side for adjustment rather than a crank on top. It has a snipe lock which works well. I am very pleased with mine and am happy I decided to go with the more expensive model.
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I do not own a 4100 table saw so cannot say. I do own a Bosch Router table and have had no issues using the Kreg featherboards on it. It all depends on your specific application. As always, shim everything up and make a test cut first with a scrap piece before running your stock through the machine.
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The 4000 is intended for professional/hospital use vs. the 4520 which is a consumer product. In terms of actual function they are the same, but the 4000 has some anti-theft technology and seems (at least by feel/weight) to be more heavy duty and it also has as warning if the tip cover is not replaced between readings - I don't think the consumer model has this but both warn if there is no cover at all. My suggestion would be that if you are using this at home, the IRT-4520 is going to be a better way to go.
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I haven't had to change mine yet. The two it came with are Bosch . I also would like to know if generics are available .
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Both the 40200H and 40300H have a helical head with HSS inserts instead of 2-3 full width blades, But the 40200H is heavier and tougher built. Just look at the weight of the machine and you will see that the 40200H is 95 lbs and the 40300H is 66 lbs. The 40200H has snipe lock and 2 threaded rods for height adjustment (and 4 smooth ones for support) whereas the 40300H has no snipe lock and 4 threaded rods. Also the 40300H spins at 10000RPM and the 40200H spins at 9000RPM (the only negative as far as I can see). The Steel City website titles the 40300H as 13" Portable Planer with Helical Head and the 40200H as 13" Deluxe Portable Planer with Helical Head. Both the 40200H and 40300H have a helical head with HSS inserts instead of 2-3 full width blades, But the 40200H is heavier and tougher built. Just look at the weight of the machine and you will see that the 40200H is 95 lbs and the 40300H is 66 lbs. The 40200H has snipe lock and 2 threaded rods for height adjustment (and 4 smooth ones for support) whereas the 40300H has no snipe lock and 4 threaded rods. Also the 40300H spins at 10000RPM and the 40200H spins at 9000RPM (the only negative as far as I can see). The Steel City website titles the 40300H as 13" Portable Planer with Helical... » Read More Both the 40200H and 40300H have a helical head with HSS inserts instead of 2-3 full width blades, But the 40200H is heavier and tougher built. Just look at the weight of the machine and you will see that the 40200H is 95 lbs and the 40300H is 66 lbs. The 40200H has snipe lock and 2 threaded rods for height adjustment (and 4 smooth ones for support) whereas the 40300H has no snipe lock and 4 threaded rods. Also the 40300H spins at 10000RPM and the 40200H spins at 9000RPM (the only negative as far as I can see). The Steel City website titles the 40300H as 13" Portable Planer with Helical Head and the 40200H as 13" Deluxe Portable Planer with Helical Head. « Show Less
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I have both the 3540 (work) and the 3530 (home). The only difference that I really noted was that the 3540 has a larger interface display panel and all functions are accessed through the touchscreen interface panel. The 3530 has a smaller display panel and touch panel buttons that are used to access the printer's features (there is a number pad and arrows on the 3530 that you use to choose options, whereas on the 3540 you touch items on the display itself). Otherwise they appear to work the same and quite well. I am very pleased with them and would recommend either. As for the cost difference, I don't know. When I purchased them, the 3540 cost more than the 3530.
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The dc40 is kinda like the cheaper more affordable model when compared to the dc41. Also depending on your needs of you have more carpet than hard floors I recommend getting the full size dc65 as it was made specifically to clean carpets better. Also the dc65 is a little bigger and more powerful but it also is almost two or three hundred dollars more than the dc40. Hope this helped!