SawStop
SawStop PCS31230-TGP236 3HP Professional Cabinet Saw with 36-in T-Glide Fence
$3881
Released 2009
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SawStop PCS31230-TGP236 3HP Professional Cabinet Saw with 36-in T-Glide Fence vs Powermatic PM1000 1-3/4HP Table Saw with 30-in Accu-Fence
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Powermatic PM1000 1-3/4HP Table Saw with 30-in Accu-Fence is cheaper at $3299. Every spec and price links to its source.
Powermatic
Powermatic PM1000 1-3/4HP Table Saw with 30-in Accu-Fence
$3299Cheaper
Released 2017
Which is better: the SawStop PCS31230-TGP236 3HP Professional Cabinet Saw with 36-in T-Glide Fence or Powermatic PM1000 1-3/4HP Table Saw with 30-in Accu-Fence?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Powermatic PM1000 1-3/4HP Table Saw with 30-in Accu-Fence is the cheaper at $3299.
See SawStop PCS31230-TGP236 3HP Professional Cabinet Saw with 36-in T-Glide Fence on Amazon See Powermatic PM1000 1-3/4HP Table Saw with 30-in Accu-Fence on Amazon
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | SawStop PCS31230-TGP236 3HP Professional Cabinet Saw with 36-in T-Glide Fence | Powermatic PM1000 1-3/4HP Table Saw with 30-in Accu-Fence |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $3881 | $3299 |
| Brand | SawStop | Powermatic |
| Released | 2009 | 2017 |
| Type | cabinet | cabinet |
| Blade size (in) | 10 in | 10 in |
| Max rip capacity (in) | 36.5 in | 30 in |
| Motor hp or amps | 3 HP / 13 A | 1.75 HP / 15 A |
| Max depth cut 90 (in) | 3.125 in | 3.125 in |
| Fence type | Professional T-Glide 36 in fence | Accu-Fence with HDPE sides |
| Flesh detection | Yes | No |
| Dust port (in) | 4 in | 4 in |
| Release | 2009 | 2017 |
Sources — SawStop PCS31230-TGP236 3HP Professional Cabinet Saw with 36-in T-Glide Fence: sawstop.com (verified 2026-06-20). Powermatic PM1000 1-3/4HP Table Saw with 30-in Accu-Fence: woodcraft.com (verified 2026-06-20).
What's the difference between the SawStop PCS31230-TGP236 3HP Professional Cabinet Saw with 36-in T-Glide Fence and Powermatic PM1000 1-3/4HP Table Saw with 30-in Accu-Fence?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Max rip capacity (in): SawStop PCS31230-TGP236 3HP Professional Cabinet Saw with 36-in T-Glide Fence 36.5 in vs Powermatic PM1000 1-3/4HP Table Saw with 30-in Accu-Fence 30 in
- Motor hp or amps: SawStop PCS31230-TGP236 3HP Professional Cabinet Saw with 36-in T-Glide Fence 3 HP / 13 A vs Powermatic PM1000 1-3/4HP Table Saw with 30-in Accu-Fence 1.75 HP / 15 A
- Fence type: SawStop PCS31230-TGP236 3HP Professional Cabinet Saw with 36-in T-Glide Fence Professional T-Glide 36 in fence vs Powermatic PM1000 1-3/4HP Table Saw with 30-in Accu-Fence Accu-Fence with HDPE sides
- Flesh detection: SawStop PCS31230-TGP236 3HP Professional Cabinet Saw with 36-in T-Glide Fence true vs Powermatic PM1000 1-3/4HP Table Saw with 30-in Accu-Fence false