Makita Table Saws
Makita table saws are for repeatable, straight cuts when you cannot afford wander or tear-out on sheet and timber.
When you are ripping down sheet for kitchens, trimming flooring packs, or batching out stud and trim, a Makita table saw keeps the cut line honest and your hands safer than trying to wrestle a circular saw on a knee. From a Makita bench saw for the workshop to a Makita cordless table saw for snagging and fit-out, pick the size and power that matches what you cut most, then set it up square and leave it there.
What Jobs Are Makita Table Saws Best At?
- Ripping sheet material for kitchens and built-ins when you need straight, repeat cuts all day without fighting a handheld saw and a wobbly straightedge.
- Cutting flooring, skirting, and trim to consistent widths on refurb work, where a Makita bench saw saves time compared with measuring and marking every single piece.
- Batching out timber for studwork, noggins, and packers so everything lands the same size and your first-fix lines stay tidy.
- Site fit-out and snagging where a Makita cordless table saw makes sense for quick rips without trailing leads, especially when you are moving room to room.
- Workshop joinery prep where a stable table, decent fence, and clean blade choice make the difference between a glue-ready edge and a lot of sanding.
Choosing the Right Makita Table Saw
Sort the right one by what you cut most and where you cut it, because a table saw that is perfect in a workshop can be a pain on a busy site.
1. Corded bench saw vs Makita cordless table saw
If it is living in the workshop or a fixed site set-up, go corded and you will not be managing batteries mid-run. If you are bouncing between rooms, doing punch-list work, or power is unreliable, a Makita table saw cordless setup earns its keep for quick rips without trailing leads.
2. Rip capacity and table support
If you are regularly breaking down sheet, do not kid yourself with a tiny table and short fence. Pick the Makita bench saw with the rip width and extension support you actually need, or you will be fighting the material and the cut will show it.
3. Fence feel and adjustment
A table saw is only as good as its fence. If it does not lock square and stay put when you push a full sheet through, you will chase accuracy all day, so prioritise a solid lock-up and easy micro-adjust over gimmicks.
4. Blade choice for the finish you want
If you are cutting rough timber, a general blade is fine. If you are on melamine, veneered board, or finish trims, budget for a finer-tooth blade and keep it sharp, because a good saw with a bad blade still leaves breakout.
Makita Table Saw FAQs
Will Makita make a table saw?
Yes. Makita already makes table saws, including corded bench saw models and cordless options depending on the range. If you are specifically after a Makita table saw 18V or a Makita table saw battery setup, check the listing details for the battery platform and what is included in the kit.
What is the Makita MLT100N 2 table saw?
It is a Makita bench saw model in the MLT range, commonly used as a site or workshop table saw for ripping and crosscutting timber and sheet with a fence-led setup. The exact spec can vary by revision, so always check the MLT100N 2 listing for rip capacity, blade size, and what comes in the box.
Is a Makita cordless table saw powerful enough for site timber?
For most second-fix and general rip work, yes, as long as you match the blade to the material and do not force the cut. If you are ripping thick, wet timber all day, a corded Makita table saw is still the steadier choice for constant load.
Do I need a stand, or can I run a Makita table saw on the deck?
You can, but it is a false economy. A proper stand or solid bench setup keeps the saw stable, gets the working height right, and helps you feed sheet safely without the saw rocking or the work snagging.
What is the main thing to check before I blame the saw for bad cuts?
Check the blade and the fence. A dull or wrong-tooth blade is the usual cause of burning and breakout, and a fence that is not locking square will give tapered rips no matter how careful you are.
Who Uses Makita Table Saws?
- Chippies and joiners ripping sheet and timber for kitchens, doors, and second-fix, because a properly set fence gives repeatable cuts without constant re-marking.
- Shopfitters and fit-out teams who need a table saw Makita set up in a corner to batch out trims, panels, and packers fast.
- Maintenance and facilities teams doing repairs and replacements, where a Makita cordless table saw helps when power is awkward or you are working in occupied buildings.
- Site carpentry gangs who keep one set up for the job, then feed it material all day rather than dragging a circular saw and rails to every cut.
The Basics: Understanding Table Saws on Site
A Makita table saw is about controlled, repeatable cutting. Get the basics right and it cuts cleaner, safer, and more accurately, especially when you are batching out.
1. The fence is your accuracy
Most site cuts are rip cuts, and the fence sets the width. If the fence is square to the blade and locks solid, your second, tenth, and fiftieth piece all match without you measuring again.
2. Blade height and feed rate control the finish
Set the blade height sensibly and feed the work steadily. Too aggressive and you burn or tear; too timid and you wander. The right blade for the material is what stops chipping on faced boards.
3. Support the work, not your wrists
Sheet and long lengths need infeed and outfeed support so the cut stays flat to the table. If the material tips, it pulls off the fence and you end up with a tapered rip and a sketchy push through the blade.
Makita Table Saw Accessories That Make Site Life Easier
These are the add-ons that stop wasted time, rough finishes, and constant clean-up when you are cutting all day.
1. Spare blades for wood and sheet
Keep a general-purpose blade for timber and a finer-tooth blade for melamine and veneered board, because swapping blades beats trying to force one blade to do everything and living with chip-out.
2. Dust extraction hose and adaptors
Hooking the saw to an extractor keeps the table clearer so your work sits flat, and it saves you sweeping up piles of dust that end up in hinges, runners, and finished rooms.
3. Infeed and outfeed support stands
A pair of support stands stops sheet and long lengths dropping off the back of the table, which is when cuts go off and the job turns into two-man handling for no reason.
Shop Makita Table Saws at ITS
Whether you need a Makita bench saw for repeat work in the workshop or you are looking at a Makita cordless table saw for site fit-out, we stock the key options in the range. It is all held in our own warehouse, ready for next day delivery, so you can get set up and cutting without losing a day waiting on kit.
