Bosch 4000-09 Worksite 15 Amp 10-Inch Benchtop Table Saw with Gravity Rise Wheeled Stand

by Bosch

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We think this benchtop is actually a cabinet saw in a compact, totally portable disguise. Its looks are completely deceiving, because it handles any job a big saw can, yet it’s compact for the home workshop and super convenient to take to a job site.

First, it’s got the largest table surface in the worksite class, but lift the lock handle and open out the built-in extension rails and, believe it or not, you’re running sheet goods with a 25-inch rip capacity. The table surface is smooth as glass, and with a coat of wax on it, it’s superb. The extension rails ride effortlessly and lock securely, and the extension doesn’t give even under a full sheet of 3/4-ply. Bosch sells auxiliary left-side and rear supports for unbeatable capacity and stability.

The fence, not even considering that it’s on a benchtop, is awesome. It locks front and back, slides like a dream, detaches and seats without any struggle, stores neatly right on board, and the viewer has a great magnifying lens (though none of us will admit we need it yet) for ultra-accurate fence settings. Out of the box, our fence was totally true and perpendicular to the blade. We like the substantial height of it, and it will easily accommodate any type of auxiliary fence you might want to put on it. The miter gauge is sturdier than what we usually see on a benchtop, and it’s longer, too, for a little more room at the infeed and more stability, too. Positive stops were right on when we checked ours out of the box, but of course, you’ll want to check yours anyway. And like the fence, the miter gauge stores neatly right on the saw base.

Startup is jar-free, and it’s surprisingly quiet for a 15-amp saw, even under a full load. We didn’t experience any bogging down at all in our trials, and Bosch says that’s due to what they call Constant Response Circuitry. We’re just toolhounds here, not rocket scientists, but it has something to do with monitoring the torque demand on the machine and instantly adjusting to deliver enough power for a totally consistent speed. It’s direct drive, of course, yet we felt no-—and we mean zero—-vibration. Now, that could be because it’s heavier than you’d expect a worksite saw to be, but because of the wheeled stand, that’s definitely not a detractor.

Once the saw is mounted to this ingenious stand (and that’s not a taxing task), it only takes seconds to set up or break down with practically no effort. It actually uses the saw’s weight to raise and lower it, and it’s perfectly balanced and provides an ergonomically comfortable work height. Big, beefy, treaded pneumatic tires roll beautifully over even the most rugged jobsite surfaces.

Bosch probably intended this as a worksite saw, but we think it’s ideal too for the home woodworker and do-it-yourselfer, especially one who’s tight on space. The stand lets you fold it up and roll it out of the way when your work is done. Absolutely can’t go wrong with this one.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste

Product Description

Largest table top in its class - 29" x 21 1/2"; Precision rip fence with patented "Square-Lock"; Constant response circuitry; Soft start for quieter, smoother start-up; Wide ripping capacity up to 25"; Exclusive arbor lock for single wrench blade changes; 15 Amp; 3650 No load RPM; 10" Blade diameter; 5/8" Arbor; 3 1/8" Depth of cut at 90 degrees; 2 1/2" Depth of cut at 45 degrees; 10' Power cord; 4.4 HP Motor; Includes: 10" 40-tooth carbide blade, blade wrench, hex key, miter gauge, and Gravity-Rise wheeled stand

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 29 x 21.5 x 13 inches
• Shipping Weight: 132 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00067IX1A
• Item model number: 4000-09
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (126 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #96,581 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #34 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Saws > Table Saws

Customer Reviews

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151 of 155 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bosch knocks one out of the ballpark, May 17, 2005

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J. Seaman "Jack of all trades, master of none" (Traverse City, MI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch 4000-09 Worksite 15 Amp 10-Inch Benchtop Table Saw with Gravity Rise Wheeled Stand (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have never written a review before but this saw is so good I felt I had to share the news. Everything about this saw is well thought out. Right of the box it was ready to go. The fence is good. The miter gauge is good. The clever built in extension of the right table is very nice. Everything stows on the saw when you put it away. Don't get me wrong, this is no Unisaw, and like all portable saws, it's noisy. But it's a great saw for the jobsite or small shop. Combine this with a good miter saw, and you can do most anything. As good as this saw is, I was even more impressed with the new gravity-rise stand. I have a good fold-up-and-wheel-away stand for my miter saw, but this stand is just amazing. It is very solid, beautifuly built, and folds and unfolds easier than anything I have ever seen. If you want a good basic table saw that will stow away easily, I don't think there is anything out there that comes close. I love it!

146 of 150 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best on the market !!!!, May 19, 2005

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Tool Addict (Honolulu, Hawaii) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bosch 4000-09 Worksite 15 Amp 10-Inch Benchtop Table Saw with Gravity Rise Wheeled Stand (Tools & Home Improvement)

I was looking for a good quality portable table saw for my small shop. Several years ago I had purchased a Hitachi table saw (C10RA2) believing that this was the best saw on the market to fulfill my needs. I was wrong. It was a piece of junk that I wasted $300.00 on. It was not portable. The miter gauge had so much slop in it that it was useless. The miter track was an unusual size. And the fence was horrible. While the saw packed a lot of power, it lacked the overall accessories that I was looking for. It is now sitting in a landfill somewhere.

The bread and butter of any shop is a good table saw. And I found one great replacement in the Bosch 4000-09. It has a soft start motor, a good fitting miter gauge with very little slop, a good quality fence that can be easily expanded to cut twenty plus inches, a large table surface, and blade guard that is easy to put on and take off. The people who designed this saw must have received a lot of input from carpenters, woodworkers, and home improvement enthusiasts. There is a lot of detail in this saw that was simply not in the Hitachi. When the miter gauge is not in use, it is stored at the base in a specially designed slot with a catch to keep the miter gauge in place when the saw is moved. There also is a specially designed place to put the rip fence on the side of the saw when it is not in use. In the back of the saw there is place to wrap the cord. And there is a place where you can put extra blades. The allen head screws on the saw are the same size, and you guessed it, Bosch even has a specially designed slot for the allen wrench.

When I first purchased the saw and put to work in my shop, I was amazed how easy it was to get to the on board accessories. Everything flowed so well when I had to switch from miter gauge, rip fence, and removing the blade guard. No twisting, bending, or fighting to put things on or take things off. This saw had just as much power as the Hitachi, but it was quieter. The blade that comes with the saw is of high quality, I ripped through Oak and Cherry like a hot knife through butter. The gravity rise stand is heavy duty, easy to assemble, and easy to fold. While the stand looks big, heavy, and cumbersome, it is surprisingly nimble and easy to move.

You can learn from my mistake; Buy a cheap saw and you will find out real quickly that you just made a $300.00 mistake. Or you can invest wisely, spend a few more bucks, and buy a quality machine that can make you're job easier or hobby that much more enjoyable. The Bosch 4000-9 is simply the alpha male of the pack !!!!

68 of 70 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent jobsite saw - Fair for Woodworking, July 30, 2006

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Michael Lauer (Mitchellville, MD USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch 4000-09 Worksite 15 Amp 10-Inch Benchtop Table Saw with Gravity Rise Wheeled Stand (Tools & Home Improvement)

I purchased this saw to do some light cabinet work. The purchase was driven by space and portability but I also wanted a high degree of accuracy from the saw. And, I'm generally pleased. The motor has sufficient power to plow through 12/4 hard maple and, after initial tuning, the fence and top have remained in alignment after a year of use. I like the blade carrier since I use multiple blades. It has save several blades from chips due to dropping. I did purchase the outfeed/left side supports and these are very useful. I did not initially purchase the gravity-rise stand because of availability but did upgrade a few months later to save wear and tear on my back. I've made several other upgrades to the table that have increased its accuracy for woodworking:

- Upgrade the blade for woodworking: A Forrest or other quality blade blade really improves the cut
- Upgrade the miter: I now use a Jessem Mite-R-Excel which is smooth in the slot and dead-on accurate in both the angle and stop.
- Use a zero-clearance insert: The insert that comes with the saw tends to deflect downward under minor pressure (such as cutting tenons)
- Use a dust collector indoors: Sawdust will still collect under the table, just not as much.

There are some things I've learned to live with:

- The machined portion of the arbor is a bit short for a dado set so the outer blade often rides on the threads making the dado uneven.
- The ramp to the blade is shorter than on a contractor/cabinet saw.
- The table is not as dead-flat as a cast iron table. Also, don't count on clamping anything down on the table.
- The rear of the fence has the potential to rack a bit off parallel with the blade so you need to take care when you lock the fence down.
- The fence when stored on the table can get in the way of the on/off switch. Be careful when cutting larger stock.

So, in short I've been able to do more than expected with this table and I'm happy with the results. To go further, I'll just have the figure out how to fit a cabinet saw into my garage...