DELTA 50-289 Mobile Machine Base for Unisaw with 52-Inch Unifence

by Delta

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The DELTA 50-289 mobile machine base for Unisaw lets you easily and safely move your machines out of the way when not in use, so you'll be able to maximize the space in your shop. The 50-289 fits all DELTA Unisaws with 52-inch Unifence and adds rolling portability. The mobile machine base features a foot-operated control lever that lets you easily raise and lower the base for either moving or locking it in place. When lowered into position, the base has adjustable foot pads to ensure even contact with the floor.

From the Manufacturer

Delta 50-289 Mobile Machine Base for Unisaw with 52-Inch Unifence

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 43.8 x 25.1 x 5.9 inches ; 45.9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 45.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000022346
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 50-289
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #29,513 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #16 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tool Accessories > Mobile Bases

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars sturdy, easy-to-use mobile base, December 28, 1999

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Christopher J. Klugewicz (East TN, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DELTA 50-289 Mobile Machine Base for Unisaw with 52-Inch Unifence (Tools & Home Improvement)

Well-designed, easy to assemble, very sturdy. Makes moving the huge Unisaw/Unifence combination incredibly easy! Only quibble is that the foot pedal can strike the lower shelf of the extension table if you're not careful. Highly recommended!

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Mobile Base!, January 24, 2003

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James O. Andrews (Saluda, S.C. United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: DELTA 50-289 Mobile Machine Base for Unisaw with 52-Inch Unifence (Tools & Home Improvement)

I purchased this mobile base for my 10" left tilt Jet Cabinet saw. This base was built to be used on the Delta Unisaw so I had to make a slight modification to the extension by adding a 2" X2"x24", L-angle ,for the extension table legs to rest on. It works great! I looked at the Jet mobile base, and several other brands, but I liked the features of the Delta the best. For example, the rubber support feet are easily adjusted and provide a very stable, slip proof base. Then when you need to move the saw, simply push down on the swivel caster assembly and it lifts the cabinet saw and the extension cabinet all in one step. My cabinet saw and extension table weigh in excess of 550 pounds, but with this base it feels weightless almost. Also there are no lock screws to loosen and tighten like on many other types. I also liked the rectangular extension better than the "T" extension found on the Jet. Assembly was simple due to well written instructions. It only took a few minutes to assemble. Everything aligned and fit perfectly. I couldn't be more pleased. Also Delta gives you a two year warranty, but I don't think I'll need it. This is a well made, heavy gauge, piece of equipment. I really like it. Happy sawdustmaking!!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for Delta Cabinet Saws, December 5, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: DELTA 50-289 Mobile Machine Base for Unisaw with 52-Inch Unifence (Tools & Home Improvement)

It was a breeze to put together. Took maybe an hour of my time to assemble it, detach the MDF table from by saw and re-attach the MDF table after the saw cabinet was in place on the mobile base. Very solid welded construction. In my basement shop, it allows me to locate my 36-955 Unisaw anywhere I need to, and in the tight space I work, that's a huge plus.

If your saw is already assembled, you'll need to detach the MDF extension table and steel legs from the saw cabinet before you try to get the saw onto the mobile base. This isn't a big deal at all. Of course, have someone with you to lift the saw cabinet onto the base. There might be ways to prop up the cabinet on slabs of wood but I wouldn't risk dropping your saw and breaking the castings in the cabinet. Just get a strong body to help you.

The saw fit perfectly in the assembly. The base was easy to level. The lever that you step on to lift one end of the base (to make it 'mobile') is easy to use. Once on all three wheels, the saw can be moved around easily by just one person. Flip the lever back and you're back on solid (immobile) ground again. One reviewer mentioned that the lever hit the lower side shelf on saws so equipped. That's true, but not an issue for me at all.

So, if you'd like to add some flexibility to your Unisaw, this is a great way to do it.