SawStop Contractor Saw Applications
- Professional woodworking and furniture manufacturing
- Cabinet shops and custom millwork operations
- Educational woodworking programs and training facilities
- Home workshops and advanced hobby woodworking
- Production cutting of hardwoods, plywood, MDF, and sheet goods
- Precision ripping, crosscutting, bevel cutting, and joinery work
- Custom furniture construction and architectural woodworking
- Contractors requiring workshop-quality cutting performance
The SawStop Contractor Saw is designed for users who demand professional precision, outstanding reliability, advanced safety technology, and long-term configurability in a workshop environment.
SawStop Contractor Saw Specifications
| Model Configuration | CNS175-ATGP52 Contractor Saw with 52" T-Glide Advance Fence Assembly |
|---|---|
| Motor Power | 1.75 HP TEFC Motor |
| Motor Configuration | 120V, 14A (Configurable to 220V with Optional Conversion Kit) |
| Blade Diameter | 10" |
| Blade Type Included | 40-Tooth Professional Grade Blade |
| Arbor Diameter | 5/8" |
| Dado Blade Capacity | 8" Dado Set Compatible |
| Maximum Dado Width | 29/32" |
| Maximum Depth of Cut at 0° | 3-1/8" |
| Maximum Depth of Cut at 45° | 2-1/4" |
| Maximum Rip Capacity Right of Blade | 52" |
| Maximum Rip Capacity Left of Blade | 12" |
| Blade Tilt | Left Tilt |
| Overall Dimensions | 85-1/4" W x 45" D x 34-3/4" H |
| Saw Body Footprint | 25-3/4" W x 27" D |
| Cast Iron Main Table | 20" W x 27" D |
| Cast Iron Table with Wings | 44" W x 27" D |
| 52" Extension Table | 40-1/8" W x 27" D |
| Extension Wings | 12" W x 27" D Stamped Steel (Optional Cast Iron Wings Available) |
| Dust Collection Port | 4" |
| Table Saw Weight | 225 lbs |
| Assembled Weight with 52" Fence System | 335 lbs |
| Shipping Weight with 52" Fence System | 373 lbs |
| Shipping Dimensions | 35" W x 30" D x 20" H |
SawStop Contractor Saw 52" T-Glide Advance Fence System
- Heavy-Gauge Steel Fence and Rail Assembly delivers exceptional rigidity and long-term accuracy without fence deflection.
- 52" Rip Capacity provides the ability to handle full sheets of plywood, large panels, cabinetry components, and furniture parts.
- Three Fence Positions include High, Low, and L-Fence configurations for superior versatility across different cutting applications.
- Dovetail Accessory Groove allows attachment of jigs, featherboards, stops, and custom shop accessories.
- Dual Magnified Measurement Indicators provide highly visible and accurate fence positioning in both high and low fence modes.
- Positive Lockdown Design ensures repeatable accuracy and reliable fence alignment for years of operation.
The 52" T-Glide Advance Fence System is engineered for smooth movement, rock-solid locking performance, and exceptional cutting accuracy across the full rip capacity range.
SawStop Contractor Saw Performance & Construction
- Precision-Ground Cast Iron Work Surface provides stability, vibration reduction, and long-lasting flatness for accurate cutting results.
- Premium Trunnion and Arbor Assembly are engineered for maximum strength, alignment, and precision throughout years of use.
- Poly V-Ribbed Drive Belt System reduces vibration and helps produce cleaner cuts with improved blade performance.
- Table Flatness Tolerance is measured diagonally with a maximum gap of only 0.010" for exceptional machining accuracy.
- Low Arbor Runout maintains a maximum allowable runout of just 0.001" to support precision cutting operations.
- Precision Alignment Standards ensure blade, fence, splitter, and miter slot accuracy for consistent woodworking results.
- TEFC Motor Design provides reliable performance and durability for workshop environments.
SawStop Contractor Saw Configurability & Expansion Options
- Over 150 unique configuration possibilities.
- Compatible with optional mobile bases for increased shop mobility.
- Expandable with optional sliding crosscut table systems.
- Router table integration available for increased versatility.
- Optional cast iron wing assemblies available for expanded support.
- Accessory-ready fence system supports custom jigs and fixtures.
- Adaptable to changing shop requirements and production workflows.
No other SawStop model offers the same level of customization and expansion potential, making the Contractor Saw a long-term investment that grows with your workshop.
SawStop Contractor Saw Safety & Reliability
- SawStop Patented Safety System detects contact with skin and stops the blade in less than 5 milliseconds before dropping it below the table surface.
- Advanced Control Box System houses the power controls and onboard computer while continuously monitoring saw operation.
- Constant Safety Monitoring ensures all systems are functioning properly before operation.
- Polycarbonate Blade Guard provides protection while maintaining excellent visibility of the cutting area.
- Riving Knife System helps reduce kickback potential and improves operator safety.
- Professional Dust Collection Port supports cleaner operation and improved workshop air quality.
SawStop's revolutionary safety technology has transformed table saw safety by helping reduce the severity of blade-contact injuries while maintaining professional cutting performance.
Why Choose the SawStop Contractor Saw
- Industry-leading SawStop patented safety technology.
- Professional 52" T-Glide Advance Fence System.
- Over 150 configurable setup options.
- Precision-ground cast iron table construction.
- Reliable 1.75 HP TEFC motor performance.
- Exceptional accuracy with ultra-low runout tolerances.
- Large 52" rip capacity for demanding woodworking projects.
- Expandable platform that grows with your shop.
- Outstanding balance of performance, safety, and value.
The SawStop Contractor Saw delivers professional-grade accuracy, proven reliability, unmatched configurability, and revolutionary safety technology, making it one of the best values available for serious woodworkers, cabinet makers, educators, and workshop professionals.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including wood dust, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
