The Metabo TS 254 M is a relatively small table saw, but it has a large 254 mm blade. This allows it to cut up to 80 mm high, which is more than most competitors. In terms of rip capacity, it is slightly smaller than other saws with a maximum of 520 mm wide rip cuts. Although table saws can be used for crosscutting applications, they require the material to be pushed into the blade; a cutting action normally associated with rip cutting. The Mafell Erika table saw can make cross-cuts by placing the material against the adjustable mitre fence and pulling the blade towards to operator, working on a similar principle to a mitre saw – that of bringing the blade to the material. This technique allows fast and extremely accurate cutting with a massive cut width of 430mm. Regarded as the finest portable saw manufacturer in the world, Mafell have designed the Erika to offer unrivalled precision, versatility and reliability. Advantages of Mafell Erika 85 Push Pull Table Saw

The transparent plastic blade guard attaches to the riving knife. You snap it in place and secure it with a small lever. The blade guard has a small ‘leaf’ on the left side for some extra protection. It unfortunately does not have any dust extraction. So far it has been doing a good job, but I do feel it is quite fragile so I’m not sure how long it will last. Removing the blade guard (maybe I should be more careful…) Dust collectionCross cut – refers to a cut across the grain of the wood using a fine-tooth blade, often on narrow sections of material such as architrave and skirting. Many woodworkers perform cross cuts using a crosscut mitre saw, but a table saw with a quality mitre guide is capable of incredibly accurate cross cuts. ONE-KEY connectivity – the most advanced tool monitoring system available with options to control tool settings and restrict user access remotely.

Rip cut – this is a cut made in line with the grain of the wood using a blade with fewer teeth. Providing there is enough space around the machine, and the material being cut is supported, the length of cut on a table saw is almost limitless. This makes table saws ideal for cutting long lengths of timber and trimming sheet material to size.The positive stops on the miter gauge are very helpful, as are the accurate stops for the blade angle, and the clever system for cutting -1.5 and 46.5 degree angles. The TS 254 M provides sufficient power, and has an extremely clean cut even with the standard blade that comes with the saw. Restart protection prevents unintentional start-up of this Metabo table saw after an interruption to the power supply Like any piece of machinery or equipment – table saws can be dangerous and cause serious injury if basic safety precautions are not adhered to. Below are some important safety tips when using any table saw. Mafell invented the world’s first push-pull saw to combine the ripping capability of a table saw and the convenience and speed of a crosscut mitre saw.