Can this handle a dado blade
1875236
It does not come with a kerf plate for a dado blade and I don't know if Rockwell offers one. I would not touch this saw at any price. It might be worth $50.00
995615
Without the outer blade flange, the blade shaft length and table insert slot width will accommodate dado blades up to 1/4" wide.
1875237
No. It can bearly handle a single blade. Very low quality. Spend a little more and get a good saw.
1204949
This set can cut many different dados depending on how many blades and cutters you use. The box joint dado can only cut 2 different widths as described in the information. 1/4 and 5/8.
1654406
I think it would be safe to say yes. I have not used it for that but I have been very happy with the cut that I get with this dado set.I work as a professional cabinet maker and plywood tends to vary a good bit depending on manufacture so 23/32 of a gap is not always what you will need but I think you will be able to adjust for it and get the right size dado groove. Also I'm not positive but I think the dado set came with very thin magnetic shim/spacers like 1/64", and 1/32" so you can adjust as needed. If they don't come with the setyou can always buy them.
2116463
So according to the manual, and several other sources, yes you can use a stacked dado blade set, or the wobble style dado blade set. You will be limited to a 3/4" wide dado stack, and to use the maximum width you will simply leave the outside blade washer off. To answer several other posts asking this same question, yes you can use dado blade sets.
697699
Too small for a dado blade. Measure a few laminate, or plywood blades for the closest match.
624003
Your model DWE 7491RS will work with a dado but I could not find any place where they sell a dado throat plate for this model. I would suggest you contact Dewalt or make one yourself.
1386200
Yes. But it only accepts 6 blades total (4 chippers) if I remember correctly. And you will have to make your own plate or modify the one that comes with your dado set.
2004424
Yes, you will need the Dado Throat Plate which is DeWalt Part Number DWE7402D1. Per DeWalt, do not attempt to stack dado blades thicker than 13/16" (20 mm). Do not use dado blades larger than 8" (200 mm) diameter. Since dado cuts are not thru-cuts, the cuts must be performed with the blade guard assembly removed. To remove the blade guard assembly, pull riving knife/blade guard release lever and pull up on the guard or riving knife to remove. When using the dado, the special dado insert (also sold as an accessory) must be used.
1231296
Yes, but you may have to purchase another blade guard plate, as the dado blade is much wider. I bought one from Amazon and I also made one out of a hard wood plank.
237550
my older 744 can handle dado blades.....I would double check for the newest version..
1125233
I have both dado blades and throat plate. Need to be careful when cutting grove in narrow material as timber can go down between blade and throat plate. Best making your own throat plates to suit the blade width.
1502443
I use this plate for my dado cuts on my Delta Unisaw. To cut the hole into the plate, I installed all the dado stacked blades and adjusted the blade full down. Then installed the plate into the slot and leveled it up with the height adjustment screws. To hold the plate into the slot, I clamped a long 1x4 over it. Then used the blade height adjustment and raised the blade into the plate and let the dado set cut its own slot. I just use the one plate for all my dado cuts. Never saw the need to have multiple plates. The plate is a composite material that carbide cuts very well. Works like a champ!
1203484
I am presently using this on a Craftsman 10" saw but not all of the craftsman 10" saws will support it. The saw's documentation will specify the blade diameter supported by the saw for a dado set, and the dado set width supported by the arbor. It is important to follow these guidelines as the retention nut on the arbor must thread on far enough to secure the blade -- if it does not, it could result in injury. Additionally, the throat included with the saw likely will not accommodate a dado blade. You will need to order a new throat for dado use. I ended up making my own throat as I could not find one commercially available for my saw. I am presently using this on a Craftsman 10" saw but not all of the craftsman 10" saws will support it. The saw's documentation will specify the blade diameter supported by the saw for a dado set, and the dado set width supported by the arbor. It is important to follow these guidelines as the retention nut on the arbor must thread on far enough to secure the blade -- if it does not, it could result in injury. Additionally, the throat included with the saw likely will not accommodate a dado blade. You will need to order a new throat for dado use. I ended up making my own throat as... » Read More I am presently using this on a Craftsman 10" saw but not all of the craftsman 10" saws will support it. The saw's documentation will specify the blade diameter supported by the saw for a dado set, and the dado set width supported by the arbor. It is important to follow these guidelines as the retention nut on the arbor must thread on far enough to secure the blade -- if it does not, it could result in injury. Additionally, the throat included with the saw likely will not accommodate a dado blade. You will need to order a new throat for dado use. I ended up making my own throat as I could not find one commercially available for my saw. « Show Less
1390331
Absolutely. Just remove the yellow throat plate. You could make your own throat plate to be used for dado work. 5/8inch arbor is the only way to go.
1906631
I've used it with both with no apparent problem. I like the splitter / anti kick back and it is easy to press down under the table fore use with dado blades . Well made but slightly overpriced
912612
Yes, although the saw does not come with a Dado throat plate. I made one out of aluminum using a small cut-off wheel and rotary tool (Dremel). Use the existing throat plate to get the size and thickness, and cut out a slot large enough to accommodate a Dado Set. By the way, this saw works EXTREMELY well, and has a surprising amount of power.
354895
I dont have an answer, but Im looking for the same thing. Have you found a blade that does cut a flat bottom dado?