Delta 36-505X X5 Contractors Saw with Unifence

by Delta

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Delta 36-505X X5 Contractors Saw with Unifence

From the Manufacturer

There is only one true Contractors Saw, the Delta trademarked Contractor's Saw. A unique, precision-milled arbor face flange assembly is enough reason alone to purchase a Delta, but there is much more. A powerful two capacitor motor, convenient paddle switch design for easy on/off operation, a finely-milled, cast-iron work surface and cast-iron trunions ensure this machine will be cutting long and straight for many years to come. Highlight this unit with a premium 30" Unifence system that utilizes a two-position extruded, anodized aluminum Unifence guide that is designed to function vertically for normal ripping operations or horizontally for convenient trimming operations on laminates and it is no wonder this unit started the Contractor's Saw tradition.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Motor: 1 1/2 HP, 115/230V, single phase, 60 Hz.
• Diameter: 10"
• Arbor: 5/8"
• Speed: 3000 rpm
• Max. Depth of Cut: 3 1/8"
• Max. Depth of Cut at 45 degrees: 2 1/8"
• Max. Rip to Right of Blade: 30"
• Max. Rip to Left of Blade: 12"
• Table in Front of Saw at Max. Depth of Cut: 12 1/4"
• Max. Width of Dado: 13/16"
• Height: 34 1/4"
• Size w/Extension Wing & Unifence Table Board: 62" x 27"
• T-Slot Miter Gage Groove: 3/8" x 3/4"
• Height: 39"
• Width: 62"
• Depth: 42"
• Weight: 295 lbs.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 297.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 297.2 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: B0000A25XO
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 36-505X
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #559,889 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars No better 10" contractor saw, October 12, 2003

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Dan Funk "Trying my best" (Greeley, CO States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Delta 36-505X X5 Contractors Saw with Unifence (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have wanted a 10" table saw for 30 years since I worked in a cabinet shop at that time. My livelihood went other directions so I could not justify the expense and commit to a tool of this size when moving. A year ago I began building a 1700+ sq. ft. house for myself mostly by myself and by last spring I was ready and very excited to finally order a saw. My son who is in fine woodworking for a living said that I ought to seriously consider Jet and Grizzly. I am a shopper who likes to research all possibilities. As it is now said and done, I have a 10" Delta Contractor's Special w/Unifence setting on my jobsite. What a joy to use, it accurately shaves paper thin slices of wood and has adequate power to cut in it's full range. I am excited at the prospect of converting to 220v when I set it permanently in my garage/workshop. The assemble was a breeze, a little over an hour and I am moderately good w/tools. The parts fit is very precise and the table and fence were no problem. I am very proud of the quality I was able to buy from an American company. There is no reason to look farther for a table saw than Delta and provided by Amazon/ToolCrib with the best price, service and shipping.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very nice contractor saw, April 25, 2005

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David C. Brayton (Healdsburg, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Delta 36-505X X5 Contractors Saw with Unifence (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've been using this saw for about three years now (when I bought it it was called the Platinum Edition, not X5; everything is identical though).

It's a great contractor saw. It cuts well and can be transported with two people. However, there are a few drawbacks.

First, moving the saw always throws the extension table out of alignment. If you move the table between sites, I suggest that the table be completely removed. The table is attached with wood screws and they just are not substantial enough to hold the table while moving it.

Second, dust collection is atrocious. If you plan on using this is a cabinet shop, you need to attach something to collect dust. I tried the dust chute manufactured by Delta and it is a complete waste of time. Instead, I attached 1/4" hardboard. NOTE: the best way to do this is to attach it between the legs and frame, which requires a lot of effort.

Third, the blade height mechanism is very difficult to adjust. The blade height mechanism loosens over time. So, if you are cutting dados and it is loose, you can end up with a dado that starts at 1/2" deep and finishes at 1/4" deep. Tightening it requires that you be a contortionist or that you turn the saw upside down.

Fourth, the blade guard is tough to work with. The plastic housing does not stay up and out of the way. I eventually tossed the blade guard and purchased a Beisemeyer after-market splitter, which works great.

Fifth, I don't see any benefit to the UniFence. In the three years I've used it, I've never had a situation where I wanted to change the oriientation of the fence. But I've had many occasions where a Beisemeyer fence would have been useful. Also, attaching jigs to a UniFence is much more difficult than attaching to a Beisemeyer. [Actually, there is one thing--say you need to make 20 cross cuts in 2x4 lumber all the same length. With the Unifence, you can slide the fence back and use it as a depth stop.]

Sixth, the motor will bog down when cutting thick tough wood, like 5/4 oak or rock maple.

So, this machine gets four stars (and I put a cabinet saw on my Christmas list).

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid Contractor's Saw, March 18, 2005

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R. Tanaka "Squid" (Vancouver, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Delta 36-505X X5 Contractors Saw with Unifence (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've been shopping for a contractor's saw for awhile and I checked out the Delta, DeWalt, Jet, Grizzly, Etc. Most woodworkers I knew had either a Delta or a Jet and both saws have staunch supporters. The things that swayed me toward the Delta were: 1) The Unifence (easy to set up/adjust, versatile, and extremely rigid/accurate) 2) Delta has a great reputation for customer service 3) The X-5 version has some heft at almost 300lbs 4) I can take advantage of the X-5 rebates that have been going on 5) 5yr warranty...I probably won't need it. The saw is well built.

I had high expectations for this saw...

Now that I've had the saw for about a month. I am still very satisfied with my choice.

I had a small shipping damage issue with a couple of parts that Delta sent replacements for without delay. I had to wait on hold, but when they talked with me, the response was immediate and courteous. I love a company that cares for customers.

I set up the saw by myself with little or no difficulties. The only thing that was close to time consuming was mounting the motor and aligning the belt properly. The Unifence was easy to set up and align. The best way to ensure that you have great fence alignment...MAKE IT EASY TO ADJUST. The fence is solid with no side deflections (I checked out all fences at retailers and at Woodworking shows, the Unifence is up there with the best). Blade 45 and 90 deg stops were also very easy to adjust.

Part finish was excellent and the saw looks like a quality piece of equipment that I will give to my sons...after 30 years or so.

Cutting with the saw was a great experience. The saw is very stable, quietly powerful and safe to operate with splitter and guard.

When I get the mobile base, I'll be able to move it around when I am using other tools.

I really couldn't ask for more out of a Contractor's saw.

Except maybe one thing...If power tools are going to be sold by Amazon or any other vendor that ships. The packaging needs to be a little more robust to withstand the abuse that individually shipped tools can get. Replacing parts for shipping damage can't be a good way to make profits. I want Delta to be around for a long time, so please spend a little more on packaging.