Vintage Dewalt Radial Arm Saw – Power Switch Replacement

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DanMeeksMember since Feb 2020Feb 10, 2020 10:27 PM CT

I have an old DeWalt RAS, this one had ON / OFF buttons in the “nose” above the saw. When I got my saw, there was no switch, just holes. So I have a wall-type power switch on a box on the side of the saw. Not very convenient. I am making a replacement switch (really two buttons) – 3D printed parts with a heavy duty toggle switch behind it all. I am still tweaking but it looks really good. If anyone is interested let me know. I can provide the 3D files or may be able to make the parts for you.

winglessMember since Nov 2017Feb 10, 2020 11:49 PM CT

Welcome to the forum.

This sounds cool.

Please provide images and also progress updates.

JimWatchornMember since Aug 2020Aug 17, 2020 2:20 PM CT

I’ve inherited a Dewalt Radial Armstrong (circa. 1960), and the ON/OFF Power Switch is faulty, so I need a new one.

Apparently these switches were made in low current and high current (15-18Amp) versions, and I need the H-igh Current version.

I would be interested in buying one from you, if it will work for my situation.

Do you have a source for the toggle switch that you use ?

Jim – [email removed]

Stephen MillerMember since Apr 2021Apr 8, 2021 7:17 AM CT

Hi, I have the same issue and have been looking for a replacement switch unit without luck. It originally had a lock key set up but that’s long gone as well.

RDeLangeMember since Sep 2021Sep 30, 2021 3:00 PM CT

Dan Meeks, I would be interested in the 3D printer file for the button.

Chuck MorrisMember since Aug 2025Aug 19, 2025 12:18 PM CT

I have a 1960’s B&D-Dewalt 8″ RAS Model R1150 Type A. I broke the key and switch, Part Numbers A1 and A7. I am trying to find these parts. They don’t make them anymore, but I wanted to know if any of you fellow craftsman would know where to find them or what can I replace them with?

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