SCM Class SI 400EP BLADEOFF Sliding Table Saw

• Next available: December 2024

The Class SI 400EP is a versatile programmable sliding table saw with a 16” blade capacity that can be used for breaking down large panels as well as cutting smaller components. The maximum stroke of this sliding table is 10.5’ (126”). It features a 3 axis programmer (main blade height, blade group tilt, scoring blade vertical and horizontal position, and rip fence). Both large and small shops can benefit from this versatile performer.

This table saw features SCM's exclusive BLADEOFF safety technology. The BLADEOFF system prevents any accidental contact with the blade thanks to smart sensors that recognize human contact. It is a predictive system, meaning it recognizes a potential accident and triggers the stop system before the operator even has a chance to come in contact with the blade. It even works if the operator is wearing gloves.

BLADEOFF will not interfere with your workflow. After the system is triggered, blades can return to their working positions in seconds. The blades do not get damaged, and there are no cartridges to replace and no re-calibration needed. Furthermore, the operator is not required to perform any start up activity, so you won't notice it's there.

The BLADEOFF system communicates with the operator through a light system. The red light means the saw is in stand-by mode after a safety intervention. No light communicates that the saw is currently resetting or the BLADEOFF system has been temporarily suspended by the operator. Finally, the green light signifies that the BLADEOFF system is active and the saw is ready to use as normal. 

Guideways are ground to tolerance allowing for a precise and permanent fitting of the wagon assembly. The radius is ground into the steel guides which increases the contact area along the bearing surface. This eliminates pre-mature wearing of the bearing and guides. The steel guides are mechanically dovetailed (not glued) into place. The carriage will never require adjustment due to its structure with arch ground steel slideways (developed by SCM). All classical SCM sliders come with a 10 year warranty on table guideway tolerances.

The double trunnion assembly for the blade tilting is part of the blade group casting. This eliminates the possibility of misalignment which exists when these parts are bolted in the place as some manufacturers do. Others used a small pivot pin to hold up the saw group. Direct shaft drive coupled with rack and pinion gearing allows smooth, angle adjustment of the saw blade.

The programmable rip fence on the Class SI 400EP uses a THK guide system for extra durability and superior accuracy. The recirculating ball screw has a large 22 mm diameter, and is similar to those used on SCM’s CNC equipment. There is no magnetic strip; instead, this interface uses an encoder and it quickly moves the fence into position at a rate of 82 feet per minute. The fence can be excluded under the work table if needed.