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Radial arm saws are preferred by many woodworkers for their ability to be quickly setup for miter and bevel cuts. In addition, since the blade is suspended above the stock to be cut, lining up the blade of a radial arm saw with the cut line is easier to accomplish. And, as the stock is not moved during the cutting operation but rather held against the fence, obtaining an accurate cut is easier and faster than sliding the stock through the blade, as with a table saw.

Delta woodworking offers radial arm saws with blade diameters from 10 inches through 18 inches.

The 10-inch model is ideally suited for the novice to advanced home shop user. This model can be operated on standard household voltage.

Delta woodworking 12-inch through 18-inch models are classified as industrial grade machines. They are designed for heavy-duty usage, day in and day out. They also have greater depth of cut capacity, longer crosscut capability and wider rip cut ability. If you want the ultimate in a radial arm saw, delta woodworking industrial machines would be the way to go. However, they are pricey and heavy, ranging from 300 lbs. for the 12-inch model to over 700 lbs. for the 18-inch, depending on the motor horsepower that you choose. Lastly, they require a 230-volt circuit.