I tried to use the code but it wouldn't let me. I did buy theR255+ with a sale item so maybe that is why. Just a quick question for those who have bought this. Extending the fence past the bed with the rack and pinion seems really rough and hard to move is that the same for everyone else? Also, the saw height adjust gets very juddery when lowering it to its lower heights.
Brilliant review of my new table saw with absolutely everything I needed to know covered in the right amount of detail. Exactly what I was looking for. Keep these videos coming
I really enjoyed the video and even though I've had mine for 3 weeks I've learned about the reset button something I hadn't noticed. The saw is a bit louder than my last one but that is the only con. I have made a zero clearance insert from a video I saw on casual DIY. I made mine from mango wood and I made the tabs at the back of the insert from metal held by a screw and apoxy and it works really well. I also bought 3mm grub screws with sprung loaded balls from temu and drilled and tapped the mitre bar and this has taken up the play in the slot. I have extended the fence by bolting a board to the aluminium fence which also solved the wobble problem you mentioned. I have done all the checks and adjustments you have shown and the saw is now as near perfect as I could possibly want. I am now waiting for sliding track nuts to fit a clamp to the sledge mitre slot.Thanks again for a great video that covered everything in great detail.
Just completed assembly of mine today, well nearly - the box was dropped and the rear rail for the fence has been bent. Waiting for a reply from Evolution. Have the same issue with the riving knife and however I fix it it sticks out one way or the other. Very useful review as it goes through setup better than others.
Very nice review. I was sold on this saw for my hobby shop. That was until I realized you couldn’t purchase it in the USA. only their older model. I was bummed for sure. I love the rack and pinion feature for adjusting the angle. So much nicer than others. Great feature the sliding table although honestly a cross cut sled would be better. The other feature that’s nice is their blades. You can purchase blades to cut almost anything. Keep in mind the RPM of this saw is slower so you can cut metal. I have a 16 inch miter chop saw of theirs and couldn’t be happier with it. Super fast and accurate cuts. Again a slower RPM. I spoke at great length with a customer relations fellow who was simply wonderful. I’ve been told that they will have this in the states in around a year. Couldn’t wait that long so I bought a Skil saw. It’s a wonderful saw as well. Just wish it had the rack and pinion angle adjustment. Other than that it’s perfect for the money. Good job young man 👍🏼👍🏼.
Really comprehensive review. Everything explained so that even a novice can understand. Thank you for taking the time to do this video. I will be buying one this year.
I wish I had known about this table saw before I bought my Parkside table saw. I can complain about my table saw all day long, a great vid really informative. It won my subscription 👍
Amazing video with attention to detail, and great camera work throughout. My new 255TBL+ is still in the box for now and this video will be SO HELPFUL to me when I am building the unit. Subscribed and video saved for reference. Thank you so much.
By far the best video on this saw I have seen. I am currently researching table saws. This model was and still is after watching this video, top of my list. A like and a Subscribe inbound.
WOW! 100% better than the manual . Thank you for taking the time to make such an in depth 'how to' video of setting up the saw. I really don't think I would have been able to set up, align and calibrate my saw anywhere near as quickly without it. THANK YOU ! ...and why isn't there a link to this video on the Evolutions website ?? I'm sure it would save a lot of calls to Customer Service too.
Your self-confessed OCD has been a wake up call to me, a typical slack-arse. I usually would start using the saw straight out of the box but your fastidiousness shows we all need to take half an hour to check and fine tune for accuracy. Great vid. Thank you.
I want one of these, though I doubt I'll ever be able to use it. I'm a bit on the old side of life. But the things available now-if only they had them when I was working for a living. I have used other Evolution machines and they are very good, particularly the blade. Good review.
My first ever tabl saw. Your explanation on set-up is better than the instructions that came with it, especially the safety guard and mitre attachment storage (no mention in the instruction manual at all) The stand I was a nightmare to put together and my saw is not stable when in the folded position. Haven't used saw in anger yet but will check all the calibration items you covered before the first cuts. Great video, thanks.
Just been through the same nightmare today. What I did find was that I had to double check all the bolts were fully tightened and the curved washers were aligned. I also had to check rthe assembly using the diagram to make sure `I didnt have anything on the wrong way around. Took a while to work out the correct way to fols unfold it!
I have the previous version of this saw. The upgrades; like the rack and pinion fence, metal face plate and easy adjustment of the blade looks like huge improvements. Personally I was quite disappointed with the sliding table. It simple had too much play for me to use consistently. I was looking at the Skil A1340, but it is very similar to this and this does have a better system for angle adjustments. Now to start saving and then I will decide once I have the money. Great review.
I would say it's a good improvement over RAGE S if that's the one you're referring to. Still surprised they still sell the RAGE to be honest especially with all the complaints regarding the mitre slot depth not being the standard size
Probably one of the best review I have ever seen, very well explain and filmed. I’m looking forward for buying this table saw, the one I’ve got is a peace of garbage
I couldn’t help myself and ordered this saw today, I think I got a good deal, for approximately 530€ I got the saw with the stand, a 60 thoth blade, the evolution R210CMS miter saw (was included in the price) and a evolution T-shirt. Thanks again for your great review and hope you have great holidays!!
You could even drill holes for the locking screw down the mitre slot. Taking out the stop bolt isn’t the best idea coz you’re likely to forget to replace it.
I was going to say this too. The screw, common with most devices in T Slots can be screwed down anywhere, not just in that hole which I don’t really think does much more than just using the screw. Most importantly, this fixes the issue of not having enough movement for cutting at 45 deg. This was incorrectly listed as a down side of the sliding table and should really be corrected or noted on the video. Love the video though. I just bought one of these after watching :)
Excellent video clearly explains every aspect of the saw it’s really helped me set mine up correctly Ive watched every video on this saw but this is the only one that addresses how to get the blade at a perfect 90 And 45 Thank you so much Looking forward to your future videos.
@@SplitbarkStudio it’s helped me immensely thank you I watched every video I could find on TH-cam and the evolution web site and didn’t find one as clear and instructive as yours I struggled for weeks with my blade set at 89.3 degrees not knowing if or how I could correct it As a last resort I was going to call evolution customer support But then came across your video And now I have a perfect 90 And a perfect 45. So you have my support 100 and 10 percent Again Thank you.
Many thanks for the review. I’m looking to upgrade my Triton workbench and I now have a thorough overview of the Evolution. The flexibility it affords over my circular saw based setup at a reasonable price is a winner. The way you presented this video showing all the alignment checks, available adjustments, along with the achievable outcome of this table saw is a credit to you. Also pleased that you pointed out some shortcomings. Regards Steve.
That was probably, no, definitely the most in-depth best review of anything wise I’ve ever seen! You missed nothing! You really went through the tour rather than your ego (that’s not a reflection on you is a reflection on other people doing TH-cam videos, thank you very much Wishing you good things always.
Stand is good - I’ve just finished assembling it which took some time! Typical cryptic instructions in places with tiny pictures. Really wanted to pinch the image to zoom in! (Yes I’ve actually done that before on printed materials - you get so used to a phone/tablet!)
I can honestly say I've just bought this saw with the stand (I pre-ordered it in September with a stand for £330), after doing some research between this and the rutland, mainly because they both had a rack and pinion fence but what swung it for me was the sliding mitre table, the outfield support at the back and the mobile stand. Now I've used it a couple of times, including ripping down some 3x3 posts, I'm really happy with my decision. I will be changing the blade and saving the stock one for cutting different materials. I found this video really useful, especially the tip about the mitre table. Thanks.
the issue with the plastic ends on the mitre gauge facing the wrong way, is pull 'em out and put 'em back in the other ends the other way round... simple. Great review thankyou, its on my Xmas list
Okay. I watched the video. And for me, It's a money thing. I've have never owned a table saw in my life and wonder, as a long standing DIYer in my 70's, whether I actually need one or not these days. Although, I can see that the features on the table saws will make life easier and quicker for you younger guys. I have been working with wood since I was a young kid. At 11 years old at secondary school, I started doing woodwork lessons. The first smell of cutting new wood and having my own bench and tools has never left me. I must have saved thousands of pounds over the years, and learned everything I know by trial and error, or word of mouth. There was no TH-cam there for me, back in the day. Sorry, I digress. I think I will cancel the order with Santa and make a flip table saw box with my circular saw. As for Santa, I'll get myself a new jigsaw. No, not the woodwork type, a 500 piece one. And probably some new bedsocks now it's getting cold. Take care and enjoy the journey of life. You never know where it will take you.
@SplitbarkStudio Great review, just one thing I noticed at 37:29 you used your push stick but you have it close to the fence. I'm certainly no expert but from everything I have read/seen that is a dangerous way to use a push stick as it is far more likely to lead to the wood turning onto the blade and cause kickback, obviously the saw has a riving knife which makes it unlikely to happen, but bad habits/demonstration can still lead to injuries in others or yourself when you use a difference machine.
Just bought one via Amazon Not the greatest quality control, the right hand toothed gear tube was tight at one end and I had to file it to get it to run freely, as usual the mitre fence is rubbish which is a pity given the rest of the saw was pretty good, the only thing I miss from my Rage 5 was a convenient place to store spare blades this version doesn't have any The main reason I upgraded was dust collection, on the Rage 5 it went everywhere despite a dedicated shop vac, The R255TBX+ is phenomenal no dust in the workshop now using a vacuum connected. Finally I was surprised the mobile stand from my Rage 5 wont fit!! Another £80.00 unless I modify!! All in all a good upgrade especially the fantastic dust collection
Thanks for the great review. These type of tablesaws are obviously made of thin sheet metal to keep both weight and cost down. I noticed that the riving knife when locked into place seems to be flexible. Can you tell me if there is any wobble in the blade when that is tight ? I have a ' Detroit ' branded saw which is very similar, and I find that the mechanism holding the blade is tinny and easily flexes and there is side to side movement of the blade.
It can wobble back and forth but only slightly, not enough for me to cause concern. I have the concern for a wobbly riving knife as well. My fear is as I'm pushing the wood through the blade, it shifts, catches on the wood and then you get kick back. I havent that with this saw though luckily, but the riving knife isn't completely stiff if you know what I mean
I've spent the last couple of days setting up my +model with the stand. First impressions weren't great TBH, it's taken a lot of calibration and fiddling but it does cut very nicely even with the stock blade. Biggest disappointment was the fence, like yours mine bows and there isn't much adjustment to square it too the table. The mitre fence is awful and I doubt I'll ever use it. I picked mind up for just £320 which is kind of what it feels like, if I'd paid full price which is nearly £120 more I think I'd be disappointed. But it is pretty good overall. Good video
@SplitbarkStudio I like the stand as I can shift it around my garage easily. I think it's 70 quid or so on its own which feels quite dear but a lot of Evolutions accessories are on the expensive side. Like I said I got an amazing deal so I'm very happy
Got one of these table saws today. I couldn't find the Allen key for the throat plate levelling adjustment until I watched your video. I cant find the plastic pipe for sending the sawdust into a bucket either, not sure if it comes attached to the saw or supposed to be in a box. Not a big deal as I will be using a dust extractor.
The most informative video I've seen on this table saw. It is something I've been thinking about, upgrading my old ryobi table saw. It's been serving me well, but it's getting tired (bit like me, really). I've wanted to incorporate a table saw into a workbench, and I think this will do the job well. Just need to save my pension up and bit the bullet and invest in a new one. I love the evolution tools. I have an old evolution R5s mitre saw even though it has a broken back fence its still serving me well. I will keep looking for a replacement second-hand fence, but so far no luck. You have a new subscriber, so keep up the great videos, look forward to catching up on your back catalogue.
Yeah... had no idea the QR code was trial based and it expired after a few days. Fortunately you can just use the code "SPLITBARK" at checkout for 5% off so you don't need to follow a specific link
Regarding dust collection, the blade looks well enclosed below the table, but what happens when the blade is in a lower position? With a lot of saws this creates an opening between the underside of the table and the top of the shroud; this allows a lot of material to be thrown forward towards the front of the saw, fouling the tilt mechanism and making a mess on the floor.
I think I know what you're referring to, the rutlands does this every now and again and blocks the tilting mechanism. This saw has a fabric pouch which surrounds the blade/shroud which directs most of the dust down towards the dust port. There doesn't seem to much space for the dust to go other than towards the port. This saw hasn't clogged on me yet.
Re the 45º cut and the sliding table getting stuck, does it work if you set the mitre to the opposite 45º instead? Or does the table not slide far enough back?
I imagine it can as the wood can get closer to the blade, but if you're confident enough you can just unscrew the bolt under the saw to release the track for free access. Just take care that you don't push the whole sled off the track though
@@SplitbarkStudiono need. See other comments. The mitre gauge is designed (like most I’ve used) to fasten anywhere along the T Slot. That way, you get plenty of room to cut at 45 deg 😁
A most enjoyable video I have the rage 5s which is a great table saw but I must admit the changes that Evolution have made to the new saw is superb the real thing about this saw and the rage5s is that they both take the same blade as the miter saw r255sms of which cuts costs as you only need one type of blade for the both pieces of equipment I’ve also subscribed to your channel
My issue with this type saw is that sliding miter mechanism on the top. Seemed to me like it'd be a useful feature but there's too much play in the slider making it imprecise for miter cut... making it impossible to the external miter guage as well on the left. The design isn't like the panels saw design using actually bearing and rail design. Looks like this new one has a better fence design except it's plastic for the rack and pinion.
39.23 I planned to install a blade for wood immediately after buying the saw, but after seeing this I doubt whether this is a good idea or not. Can a blade for wood improve this cut?
The blade is pretty good at cutting everything, but if you're only cutting wood and want better cross cuts it might be worth getting a higher tooth blade. I use a 40T and it works well for me.
What's the point of the silver bolt (the one without the spring) on the crown? All it seems to do to me is restrict how high the crown can go. I removed it but not sure if thats an issue?
I've done exactly the same, I don't bother with the bolt anymore. I'll be honest i have no idea why it's like that. I don't think it's a safety issue not having it though
If you had started the 45 degree cut with the sliding table closer to you, you would have had more travel and not need to remove the stop... or maybe I'm wrong.?
I'm not sure I get what you mean, the mitre gauge screws at the front of the sliding table and there isn't a way to get it closer to the user. It would have been a good idea if evolution put another screw hole further up the slot though
I have aleady sent Santa my Christmas list, and one of the presents I want is a Rutland R1618 table saw. I'm 2 minutes into this video and curious to know why this Evolution R255TBL+ is favoured above the Rutland. I will get back to you after I have viewed this video. 👍
@SplitbarkStudio I suppose irs because I am a proffesional carpenter with a small workshop and these type of saws are the ideal size, I have had a bosch which motor burnt out with light use, record power cabinet saw whose rise and fall mechanism just continually failed now I have another bosch whose rise and fall has failed with not a very accurate fence. I mean my workshop use over z year is probably about 4 months I use all the machines respectfully and maintain them Well, but it seems the very things we need bullet proof like fence accuracy and rise an fall mechanisms nobody seems to be able to get right on these compact saws.
That's a surprise to me, where abouts are you based out of curiosity? I'm from the UK and they were hot on it for me and the support team didn't know I was sponsored either
@@SplitbarkStudioI was finally able to talk to a technical person and they are sending replacement parts (a lot), after all the work will see how it goes 😊
I'm in the UK btw, but just don't buy from Amazon, after discussing with customer service and having to return 2, the 3rd one arrived today with issues as well, cannot even move the fence after 14cm....
You are right, it's not cheap plastic but it is plastic nonetheless. A lot of table saws at this price range are made of the same material unfortunately
TH-cam won't allow me to play the video at full volume unfortunately, it auto detects loudness and will heavily restrict all of my voice if I left it at its loudest. I can say that this thing is loud just like any other table saw at this range, although the soft start is a lot nicer instead of a jagged start like the Rutlands
Use "SPLITBARK" at checkout for 5% off all EVOLUTION TOOLS. The QR code expired but you can still use the link in the description.
I tried to use the code but it wouldn't let me. I did buy theR255+ with a sale item so maybe that is why. Just a quick question for those who have bought this. Extending the fence past the bed with the rack and pinion seems really rough and hard to move is that the same for everyone else? Also, the saw height adjust gets very juddery when lowering it to its lower heights.
I do really like how each important alignment feature has a means of fine-tuning. Props for showing all these, it's put my mind at ease!
...the riving knife was the most important part of the video! Not boring at all. This is exactly what I'm looking for in a review.
I just bought the R255TBLX+ today and was amazed with the setting that were perfect from factory.Thanks for this review.
There stock settings are usually pretty good from what I've seen, enjoy the saw
Brilliant review of my new table saw with absolutely everything I needed to know covered in the right amount of detail. Exactly what I was looking for. Keep these videos coming
Thank you
I really enjoyed the video and even though I've had mine for 3 weeks I've learned about the reset button something I hadn't noticed. The saw is a bit louder than my last one but that is the only con. I have made a zero clearance insert from a video I saw on casual DIY. I made mine from mango wood and I made the tabs at the back of the insert from metal held by a screw and apoxy and it works really well. I also bought 3mm grub screws with sprung loaded balls from temu and drilled and tapped the mitre bar and this has taken up the play in the slot. I have extended the fence by bolting a board to the aluminium fence which also solved the wobble problem you mentioned. I have done all the checks and adjustments you have shown and the saw is now as near perfect as I could possibly want. I am now waiting for sliding track nuts to fit a clamp to the sledge mitre slot.Thanks again for a great video that covered everything in great detail.
Sounds like I need to watch you make a video on how to fix all of the fixtures, thanks for the comment
Just completed assembly of mine today, well nearly - the box was dropped and the rear rail for the fence has been bent. Waiting for a reply from Evolution. Have the same issue with the riving knife and however I fix it it sticks out one way or the other. Very useful review as it goes through setup better than others.
Thank you
Very nice review. I was sold on this saw for my hobby shop. That was until I realized you couldn’t purchase it in the USA. only their older model. I was bummed for sure. I love the rack and pinion feature for adjusting the angle. So much nicer than others. Great feature the sliding table although honestly a cross cut sled would be better. The other feature that’s nice is their blades. You can purchase blades to cut almost anything. Keep in mind the RPM of this saw is slower so you can cut metal. I have a 16 inch miter chop saw of theirs and couldn’t be happier with it. Super fast and accurate cuts. Again a slower RPM. I spoke at great length with a customer relations fellow who was simply wonderful. I’ve been told that they will have this in the states in around a year. Couldn’t wait that long so I bought a Skil saw. It’s a wonderful saw as well. Just wish it had the rack and pinion angle adjustment. Other than that it’s perfect for the money. Good job young man 👍🏼👍🏼.
Really comprehensive review. Everything explained so that even a novice can understand.
Thank you for taking the time to do this video. I will be buying one this year.
Thank you
I wish I had known about this table saw before I bought my Parkside table saw. I can complain about my table saw all day long, a great vid really informative. It won my subscription 👍
Thank you
Amazing video with attention to detail, and great camera work throughout. My new 255TBL+ is still in the box for now and this video will be SO HELPFUL to me when I am building the unit. Subscribed and video saved for reference. Thank you so much.
Hope you like it, thanks for the sub
Wrench... Spanners sounds better 🏴👍
By far the best video on this saw I have seen. I am currently researching table saws. This model was and still is after watching this video, top of my list. A like and a Subscribe inbound.
Thank you
WOW! 100% better than the manual . Thank you for taking the time to make such an in depth 'how to' video of setting up the saw. I really don't think I would have been able to set up, align and calibrate my saw anywhere near as quickly without it. THANK YOU ! ...and why isn't there a link to this video on the Evolutions website ?? I'm sure it would save a lot of calls to Customer Service too.
Thank you, glad it helped
Your self-confessed OCD has been a wake up call to me, a typical slack-arse. I usually would start using the saw straight out of the box but your fastidiousness shows we all need to take half an hour to check and fine tune for accuracy. Great vid. Thank you.
Thank you
I want one of these, though I doubt I'll ever be able to use it. I'm a bit on the old side of life. But the things available now-if only they had them when I was working for a living. I have used other Evolution machines and they are very good, particularly the blade. Good review.
My first ever tabl saw. Your explanation on set-up is better than the instructions that came with it, especially the safety guard and mitre attachment storage (no mention in the instruction manual at all) The stand I was a nightmare to put together and my saw is not stable when in the folded position. Haven't used saw in anger yet but will check all the calibration items you covered before the first cuts. Great video, thanks.
Just been through the same nightmare today. What I did find was that I had to double check all the bolts were fully tightened and the curved washers were aligned. I also had to check rthe assembly using the diagram to make sure `I didnt have anything on the wrong way around. Took a while to work out the correct way to fols unfold it!
I have the previous version of this saw. The upgrades; like the rack and pinion fence, metal face plate and easy adjustment of the blade looks like huge improvements. Personally I was quite disappointed with the sliding table. It simple had too much play for me to use consistently.
I was looking at the Skil A1340, but it is very similar to this and this does have a better system for angle adjustments. Now to start saving and then I will decide once I have the money.
Great review.
I would say it's a good improvement over RAGE S if that's the one you're referring to. Still surprised they still sell the RAGE to be honest especially with all the complaints regarding the mitre slot depth not being the standard size
Probably one of the best review I have ever seen, very well explain and filmed. I’m looking forward for buying this table saw, the one I’ve got is a peace of garbage
Thank you, hope you enjoy it
I couldn’t help myself and ordered this saw today, I think I got a good deal, for approximately 530€ I got the saw with the stand, a 60 thoth blade, the evolution R210CMS miter saw (was included in the price) and a evolution T-shirt.
Thanks again for your great review and hope you have great holidays!!
The locking nut on the miter gauge can also lock it into place further down the miter slot, try it.
You could even drill holes for the locking screw down the mitre slot. Taking out the stop bolt isn’t the best idea coz you’re likely to forget to replace it.
I was going to say this too. The screw, common with most devices in T Slots can be screwed down anywhere, not just in that hole which I don’t really think does much more than just using the screw. Most importantly, this fixes the issue of not having enough movement for cutting at 45 deg. This was incorrectly listed as a down side of the sliding table and should really be corrected or noted on the video.
Love the video though. I just bought one of these after watching :)
Excellent video clearly explains every aspect of the saw it’s really helped me set mine up correctly
Ive watched every video on this saw but this is the only one that addresses how to get the blade at a perfect 90
And 45
Thank you so much
Looking forward to your future videos.
Thank you, glad it helped
@@SplitbarkStudio it’s helped me immensely thank you
I watched every video I could find on TH-cam and the evolution web site and didn’t find one as clear and instructive as yours
I struggled for weeks with my blade set at 89.3 degrees not knowing if or how I could correct it
As a last resort I was going to call evolution customer support
But then came across your video
And now I have a perfect 90
And a perfect 45.
So you have my support 100 and 10 percent
Again
Thank you.
Many thanks for the review. I’m looking to upgrade my Triton workbench and I now have a thorough overview of the Evolution. The flexibility it affords over my circular saw based setup at a reasonable price is a winner. The way you presented this video showing all the alignment checks, available adjustments, along with the achievable outcome of this table saw is a credit to you. Also pleased that you pointed out some shortcomings.
Regards Steve.
That was probably, no, definitely the most in-depth best review of anything wise I’ve ever seen! You missed nothing! You really went through the tour rather than your ego (that’s not a reflection on you is a reflection on other people doing TH-cam videos, thank you very much Wishing you good things always.
Thank you, glad to hear you enjoyed it
Excellent thorough review.Thanks
Thank you
Used your code today.
You did a fantastic job man.
Well done.
Thanks a bunch, hope you enjoy the saw
Great video thanks, very informative. I think I will jump for the stand too though.
Thank you, Let me know how you get on with the stand, don't forget to type "Splitbark" at checkout for 5% off everything on Evolutions website 👍
Stand is good - I’ve just finished assembling it which took some time! Typical cryptic instructions in places with tiny pictures. Really wanted to pinch the image to zoom in! (Yes I’ve actually done that before on printed materials - you get so used to a phone/tablet!)
I can honestly say I've just bought this saw with the stand (I pre-ordered it in September with a stand for £330), after doing some research between this and the rutland, mainly because they both had a rack and pinion fence but what swung it for me was the sliding mitre table, the outfield support at the back and the mobile stand. Now I've used it a couple of times, including ripping down some 3x3 posts, I'm really happy with my decision. I will be changing the blade and saving the stock one for cutting different materials.
I found this video really useful, especially the tip about the mitre table. Thanks.
Great review dude
the issue with the plastic ends on the mitre gauge facing the wrong way, is pull 'em out and put 'em back in the other ends the other way round... simple. Great review thankyou, its on my Xmas list
Sounds simple enough, I'll give it a go thank you
Excellent video. Everything covered. Thanks very much.
Thank you
Okay. I watched the video. And for me, It's a money thing. I've have never owned a table saw in my life and wonder, as a long standing DIYer in my 70's, whether I actually need one or not these days. Although, I can see that the features on the table saws will make life easier and quicker for you younger guys. I have been working with wood since I was a young kid. At 11 years old at secondary school, I started doing woodwork lessons. The first smell of cutting new wood and having my own bench and tools has never left me. I must have saved thousands of pounds over the years, and learned everything I know by trial and error, or word of mouth. There was no TH-cam there for me, back in the day. Sorry, I digress. I think I will cancel the order with Santa and make a flip table saw box with my circular saw. As for Santa, I'll get myself a new jigsaw. No, not the woodwork type, a 500 piece one. And probably some new bedsocks now it's getting cold. Take care and enjoy the journey of life. You never know where it will take you.
The motor is really poor it won’t cut deep cuts and has constant kick back,it’s pretty terrible
Excellent comprehensive review. Thank you
@SplitbarkStudio Great review, just one thing I noticed at 37:29 you used your push stick but you have it close to the fence. I'm certainly no expert but from everything I have read/seen that is a dangerous way to use a push stick as it is far more likely to lead to the wood turning onto the blade and cause kickback, obviously the saw has a riving knife which makes it unlikely to happen, but bad habits/demonstration can still lead to injuries in others or yourself when you use a difference machine.
Thank you, I'll try and correct this
Just bought one via Amazon Not the greatest quality control, the right hand toothed gear tube was tight at one end and I had to file it to get it to run freely, as usual the mitre fence is rubbish which is a pity given the rest of the saw was pretty good, the only thing I miss from my Rage 5 was a convenient place to store spare blades this version doesn't have any
The main reason I upgraded was dust collection, on the Rage 5 it went everywhere despite a dedicated shop vac, The R255TBX+ is phenomenal no dust in the workshop now using a vacuum connected.
Finally I was surprised the mobile stand from my Rage 5 wont fit!! Another £80.00 unless I modify!!
All in all a good upgrade especially the fantastic dust collection
Good to hear, the TBX looks good, I quite like the dust chute to direct dust into a bin
Great video, very informative
Very good review 👍🏼
great review
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Thank you
Good informative review.
Thank you
Very helpful video!
Thanks for the great review. These type of tablesaws are obviously made of thin sheet metal to keep both weight and cost down. I noticed that the riving knife when locked into place seems to be flexible. Can you tell me if there is any wobble in the blade when that is tight ? I have a ' Detroit ' branded saw which is very similar, and I find that the mechanism holding the blade is tinny and easily flexes and there is side to side movement of the blade.
It can wobble back and forth but only slightly, not enough for me to cause concern. I have the concern for a wobbly riving knife as well. My fear is as I'm pushing the wood through the blade, it shifts, catches on the wood and then you get kick back.
I havent that with this saw though luckily, but the riving knife isn't completely stiff if you know what I mean
nice tutorial, well done.
Thank you
I've spent the last couple of days setting up my +model with the stand. First impressions weren't great TBH, it's taken a lot of calibration and fiddling but it does cut very nicely even with the stock blade. Biggest disappointment was the fence, like yours mine bows and there isn't much adjustment to square it too the table. The mitre fence is awful and I doubt I'll ever use it. I picked mind up for just £320 which is kind of what it feels like, if I'd paid full price which is nearly £120 more I think I'd be disappointed. But it is pretty good overall. Good video
What do you think of the stand? Worth it do you think?
@SplitbarkStudio I like the stand as I can shift it around my garage easily. I think it's 70 quid or so on its own which feels quite dear but a lot of Evolutions accessories are on the expensive side. Like I said I got an amazing deal so I'm very happy
Great in depth review.
Awesome Review.
Brilliant review….sub earned!
Thank you
To fix the fence bowng in, since it's hollow I'd try cutting a piece of wood of appropriate thickness to slide inside to push the walls out.
Got one of these table saws today. I couldn't find the Allen key for the throat plate levelling adjustment until I watched your video. I cant find the plastic pipe for sending the sawdust into a bucket either, not sure if it comes attached to the saw or supposed to be in a box. Not a big deal as I will be using a dust extractor.
My saw didn't come with a down spout for the bucket collection either, I use dust extraction aswell so I suppose I never really noticed
The plastic bend for sawdust, is not included with the + models
They now do a lower riving knife and and a zero throat plate is on it’s way 👍
That's good to hear, makes it more customisable
The most informative video I've seen on this table saw. It is something I've been thinking about, upgrading my old ryobi table saw. It's been serving me well, but it's getting tired (bit like me, really). I've wanted to incorporate a table saw into a workbench, and I think this will do the job well. Just need to save my pension up and bit the bullet and invest in a new one. I love the evolution tools. I have an old evolution R5s mitre saw even though it has a broken back fence its still serving me well. I will keep looking for a replacement second-hand fence, but so far no luck. You have a new subscriber, so keep up the great videos, look forward to catching up on your back catalogue.
Thank you
Super vid, thanks
Thank you
Sold 😊
great review, pu tmy mind at rest and I'll be buying one now.
The blade spindle looked quite long when you were removing and fitting the blade. Do you know if the saw can take a Dado blade set up?
I've never used a dado so I'm not sure what's involved, however the thread is probably around an inch long, If that's long enough for a dado?
Good video. Tried using the QR and it didn't work which was a shame
Yeah... had no idea the QR code was trial based and it expired after a few days. Fortunately you can just use the code "SPLITBARK" at checkout for 5% off so you don't need to follow a specific link
Regarding dust collection, the blade looks well enclosed below the table, but what happens when the blade is in a lower position?
With a lot of saws this creates an opening between the underside of the table and the top of the shroud; this allows a lot of material to be thrown forward towards the front of the saw, fouling the tilt mechanism and making a mess on the floor.
I think I know what you're referring to, the rutlands does this every now and again and blocks the tilting mechanism. This saw has a fabric pouch which surrounds the blade/shroud which directs most of the dust down towards the dust port. There doesn't seem to much space for the dust to go other than towards the port. This saw hasn't clogged on me yet.
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Re the 45º cut and the sliding table getting stuck, does it work if you set the mitre to the opposite 45º instead? Or does the table not slide far enough back?
I imagine it can as the wood can get closer to the blade, but if you're confident enough you can just unscrew the bolt under the saw to release the track for free access. Just take care that you don't push the whole sled off the track though
@@SplitbarkStudiono need. See other comments. The mitre gauge is designed (like most I’ve used) to fasten anywhere along the T Slot. That way, you get plenty of room to cut at 45 deg 😁
A most enjoyable video I have the rage 5s which is a great table saw but I must admit the changes that Evolution have made to the new saw is superb the real thing about this saw and the rage5s is that they both take the same blade as the miter saw r255sms of which cuts costs as you only need one type of blade for the both pieces of equipment I’ve also subscribed to your channel
Thank you
My issue with this type saw is that sliding miter mechanism on the top. Seemed to me like it'd be a useful feature but there's too much play in the slider making it imprecise for miter cut... making it impossible to the external miter guage as well on the left. The design isn't like the panels saw design using actually bearing and rail design.
Looks like this new one has a better fence design except it's plastic for the rack and pinion.
Oh, the riving is also impossible to get straight with the blade. I personally won't recommend this saw unless you know what you're doing
The riving knife sucked on the first one, but once they exchanged it its been perfect to be fair
Hello, how long is the thread on the saw blade? Will a dado blade stack fit on it?
It's hard to measure, but I'd say the thread for the blade is at most 2.5cm (including room for the nut to tighten on the end)
Looking at the harbour it looks like it will take a dado set...
Possibly, I've never used one so I can't confirm
39.23 I planned to install a blade for wood immediately after buying the saw, but after seeing this I doubt whether this is a good idea or not. Can a blade for wood improve this cut?
The blade is pretty good at cutting everything, but if you're only cutting wood and want better cross cuts it might be worth getting a higher tooth blade. I use a 40T and it works well for me.
What's the point of the silver bolt (the one without the spring) on the crown? All it seems to do to me is restrict how high the crown can go. I removed it but not sure if thats an issue?
I've done exactly the same, I don't bother with the bolt anymore. I'll be honest i have no idea why it's like that. I don't think it's a safety issue not having it though
If you had started the 45 degree cut with the sliding table closer to you, you would have had more travel and not need to remove the stop... or maybe I'm wrong.?
I'm not sure I get what you mean, the mitre gauge screws at the front of the sliding table and there isn't a way to get it closer to the user. It would have been a good idea if evolution put another screw hole further up the slot though
I have aleady sent Santa my Christmas list, and one of the presents I want is a Rutland R1618 table saw. I'm 2 minutes into this video and curious to know why this Evolution R255TBL+ is favoured above the Rutland. I will get back to you after I have viewed this video. 👍
Plastic gears on the fence movement is a real concern.
I thought this, but the Rutlands is similar and I've been using it for 6 months with no issues, it's still pretty solid to be honest
@SplitbarkStudio I suppose irs because I am a proffesional carpenter with a small workshop and these type of saws are the ideal size, I have had a bosch which motor burnt out with light use, record power cabinet saw whose rise and fall mechanism just continually failed now I have another bosch whose rise and fall has failed with not a very accurate fence. I mean my workshop use over z year is probably about 4 months I use all the machines respectfully and maintain them Well, but it seems the very things we need bullet proof like fence accuracy and rise an fall mechanisms nobody seems to be able to get right on these compact saws.
What a handsome man
And I have vaccun pro back pack for 357.00
Can you buy it in America
I'm not sure, I think it is but I could be wrong
I contacted Evolution and asked that; they say yes but they don't know when.
I bought 650.00
It's American. the arbour is 25.4, good luck finding aftermarket sawblades.
It's a common measurement for blades, I've got a Saxton 40T in it at the moment working like a charm
imo 460€ is far from a budget saw, for that money i rather take some better known brands like hikoki bosch or dewalt
I have this saw it’s absolutely crap at deep cut ,simpler can’t cope ,honestly wish I hadn’t bought it
What woods were you cutting out of curiosity?
Soft wood,bought a new blade the one supplied is crap
Got 2 defective ones and Evolution's support is so poor
That's a surprise to me, where abouts are you based out of curiosity? I'm from the UK and they were hot on it for me and the support team didn't know I was sponsored either
@@SplitbarkStudioI was finally able to talk to a technical person and they are sending replacement parts (a lot), after all the work will see how it goes 😊
I'm in the UK btw, but just don't buy from Amazon, after discussing with customer service and having to return 2, the 3rd one arrived today with issues as well, cannot even move the fence after 14cm....
I think you have compromised your position as a ‘ neutral ‘ reviewer as receiving goods / tools / etc could be mis interpreted
Possibly, I can see why people would think this. I try to highlight the flaws as much as the pros so it never comes as a surprise to a buyer at least.
Way too much plastic for me. Plastic easily breaks and with time becomes brittle. Every third word in this presentation is plastic ?
You are right, it's not cheap plastic but it is plastic nonetheless. A lot of table saws at this price range are made of the same material unfortunately
I sell my table saw for 100
I bought it and sent it back for refund! Just my opinion
What was wrong with it?
If you want I can show you for 300 bucks
Load of rubbish don't waste your money
I was watching this review strictly for the purpose of hearing how loud the machine would be, so it's a shame you'd edit the sound.
TH-cam won't allow me to play the video at full volume unfortunately, it auto detects loudness and will heavily restrict all of my voice if I left it at its loudest. I can say that this thing is loud just like any other table saw at this range, although the soft start is a lot nicer instead of a jagged start like the Rutlands
@@SplitbarkStudio Ahh yeah okay that makes sense, thanks for the reply :)