Powermatic PM2000B 10" Table Saw 3HP, 30" Rip w/ Accu-FenceProfessional

This one is for the woodworker who wants a heavy, smooth-running cabinet saw with the Powermatic name and finish. It suits pros and dedicated hobbyists who value a rigid trunnion and buttery adjustments over the lowest price. The 30 inch rip fits a shop building furniture and cabinets that does not need full sheet-ripping width out of the box.

• The one-piece cast-iron trunnion makes it rigid and almost vibration-free
• Swapping the riving knife takes no tools, and a second low-profile knife comes in the box
• The digital bevel readout and hydraulic caster base are handy upgrades on the B version
• Three horsepower handles furniture-shop hardwood with room to spare

• You only get a standard throat plate, and the factory dado and zero-clearance inserts are pricey
• A few owners have dealt with shipping damage or slow-to-find small plastic parts
• The price is high for a 3 HP saw when cheaper cousins perform close to it
• The digital readout and hydraulic base add cost that not everyone feels they need

Runs any 10-inch blade and a dado stack with the matching Powermatic dado insert. The 30 inch Accu-Fence rails can be extended to a 50 inch setup, and the saw pairs with an overarm blade guard, better dust collection through the 4-inch port, and the built-in hydraulic mobility kit.