DeWalt 146726-02 Kerf Plate – Genuine OEM Replacement Miter Saw Kerf Plate
Part Number: 146726-02
Category: Power Tool Parts & Accessories → Miter Saw Parts → Kerf Plates
Type: DeWalt 146726-02 Kerf Plate – Genuine OEM Replacement Miter Saw Kerf Plate
The DeWalt 146726-02 Kerf Plate is a genuine OEM replacement insert plate designed for compatible DeWalt miter saws. Installed in the saw table surrounding the blade, the kerf plate provides workpiece support while allowing the blade to pass through its center slot. It helps reduce tear-out and splintering for cleaner cuts, prevents small offcuts from falling into the blade opening, and contributes to improved cutting accuracy and dust collection. Manufactured to original equipment specifications, it provides a direct-fit replacement for worn, cracked, or damaged kerf plates.
Key Features & Benefits
- Part Number: 146726-02
- Genuine OEM DeWalt replacement part
- Replacement miter saw kerf plate
- Supports the workpiece around the blade opening
- Helps reduce splintering and tear-out
- Prevents small cutoffs from falling into the blade opening
- Durable molded OEM construction
- Direct-fit OEM replacement
- Manufactured to original equipment specifications
Technical Specifications
Part Number: 146726-02
Manufacturer: DeWalt
Product Type: Kerf Plate
Material: Molded Plastic
OEM Part: Yes
Application: Miter Saw Table Insert
Compatible Applications
The DeWalt 146726-02 Kerf Plate fits a wide variety of compatible DeWalt miter saws, including select:
- DW703 Compound Miter Saws
- DW704 Compound Miter Saws
- DW705 Compound Miter Saws
- DW713 Miter Saws
- DW715 Miter Saws
- DW716 Miter Saws
- DW716XPS Miter Saw
- DHS716 Cordless Miter Saw Series
- Additional compatible DeWalt and Black & Decker miter saw models using OEM part number 146726-02.
Always verify your saw model and original part number before ordering to ensure proper compatibility.
Function of the Kerf Plate
The DeWalt 146726-02 Kerf Plate serves several important functions within the miter saw table assembly. It helps to:
- Support the workpiece close to the blade
- Reduce splintering and chip-out during cutting
- Prevent small cut pieces from falling into the blade opening
- Maintain proper blade clearance
- Improve cutting accuracy and dust collection
- Restore the saw's original table surface and cutting performance
Using a genuine OEM replacement kerf plate helps ensure proper fit, safe operation, and clean, accurate cuts.
Common Signs Replacement Is Needed
Replace the kerf plate if you notice:
- Cracks or broken sections
- Excessive wear around the blade slot
- Enlarged or damaged blade opening
- Loose mounting points
- Uneven support for workpieces
- Damage caused by accidental blade contact
A damaged kerf plate can reduce cut quality, increase tear-out, and compromise workpiece support during cutting.
Installation & Service Notes
Disconnect the saw from the power source before performing any maintenance.
Remove the mounting screws securing the existing 146726-02 Kerf Plate and lift it from the saw table. Inspect the table surface and mounting points for debris or damage before installing the replacement plate. Secure the new kerf plate with the original hardware, ensuring it sits flush with the saw table and provides adequate clearance for the blade throughout its full range of motion. Verify proper alignment before returning the saw to service.
Important: Always verify your saw model and original part number before ordering. Use genuine OEM DeWalt replacement components to ensure proper fit, accurate cutting performance, and long-term miter saw reliability.
Maintenance Recommendations
- Keep the kerf plate free of sawdust and debris.
- Inspect the blade slot regularly for excessive wear.
- Check mounting screws periodically for tightness.
- Replace cracked or damaged kerf plates promptly.
- Ensure the plate remains flush with the saw table after blade changes.
- Use genuine OEM replacement parts to maintain factory fit, clean cutting performance, and long-term miter saw reliability.
