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1. 
   MBerger | Nov 13, 2006 09:12pm | #1

   Hi Steve,

   I'm not sure I understand your question. Are you refereing to the direction the blade tilts? If so, this is typically refered to as right-tilt vs. left tilt.

   Write back and let me know if this is what you mean before I post a reply.

   Thanks, Matt

2. 
   MBerger | Nov 16, 2006 04:30am | #2

   The difference really comes into play when you're ripping wood with the blade at an angle, in which case the left-tilt tablesaw usually is preferable.

   On a right-tilting tablesaw, when ripping wood with the blade at an angle, you have to move the fence to the left of the blade to prevent the workpiece from binding between the tilted blade and the fence. It's generally a good idea to rip with the blade tilted away from the fence. It's not that big of a deal to move the fence but often that means you can't take advantage of the fence distance tape.

   The direction of the tilt can also determine where the controls are located on some tablesaws.

   My vote has always been for the left tilt, but I'd be interested to hear from any right-tilters out there.

   Hope that helps,
   Matt