Toolbox: Bosch Worksite Table Saw

The most noteworthy development in portable table saws since we last reviewed them here (see Toolbox, 10/98) is the Bosch 4000 Worksite Table Saw (Bosch Power Tools, 4300 W. Peterson Ave., Chicago, IL 60646; 877/267-2499; www.boschtools.com). We received a model for review shortly after it was introduced at the August 1999 National Hardware Show and have been giving it a workout ever since. It looks like the manufacturer listened to feedback from the field — attention to detail is evidenced throughout the design, with many desirable features and few drawbacks. Plenty of Power The motor on this saw uses what the manufacturer calls a Torque Response System. By constantly sensing the load on the motor, additional power is supplied as