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product_id: 524835705
title: "SawStop Table Saw Brake Cartridge for 8\" Dado Sets | TSDC-8R3 (Equivalent to TSDC-8R2)"
brand: "sawstop"
price: "€ 306.17"
currency: EUR
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 5
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/524835705-sawstop-table-saw-brake-cartridge-for-8-dado-sets-tsdc
store_origin: IE
region: Ireland
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# Quick-switch integrated mounting pins Fits all standard 8" dado sets ≤29/32" thick Revolutionary blade-stopping safety SawStop Table Saw Brake Cartridge for 8" Dado Sets | TSDC-8R3 (Equivalent to TSDC-8R2)

**Brand:** sawstop
**Price:** € 306.17
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🛠️ Safety Meets Speed: Upgrade Your Table Saw Game with SawStop’s Smart Brake Cartridge!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SawStop Table Saw Brake Cartridge for 8" Dado Sets | TSDC-8R3 (Equivalent to TSDC-8R2) by sawstop
- **How much does it cost?** € 306.17 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/524835705-sawstop-table-saw-brake-cartridge-for-8-dado-sets-tsdc)

## Best For

- sawstop enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sawstop brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Swift Cartridge Swap:** Integrated mounting pins and locking key enable tool-free, rapid changes
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with all non-conductive woods and 8" dado blades
- • **Cutting-Edge Safety First:** Instant blade brake on skin contact minimizes injury risk
- • **Trusted by Pros, Loved by Makers:** Backed by SawStop’s industry-leading innovation and 4.8-star user acclaim
- • **Precision Dado Cuts, Zero Compromise:** Optimized for dado sets up to 29/32" thick for flawless joinery

## Overview

The SawStop Table Saw Brake Cartridge for 8" Dado Sets (TSDC-8R3) delivers industry-leading safety by instantly stopping spinning blades upon skin contact, drastically reducing injury risk. Compatible with all standard 8" dado blades up to 29/32" thick and non-conductive materials, it features integrated mounting pins and a locking key for effortless, tool-free cartridge swaps. Trusted by professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike, this cartridge combines cutting-edge protection with seamless usability.

## Description

Table Saw Brake Cartridge for 8" Dado Sets (Equivalent to TSDC-8R2)

Review: What is to say? If you have a Sawstop, you need the cartridge. The delivery was fast and the price was fair. These are the safest saw on the market, so the expense is worth it.
Review: Sawstop….. that’s all I have to say. Great brand. Great product. I love the saw for its innovation. Cartridge is easy to install. No screws, just a simple twist and pull.

## Features

- Revolutionary SawStop protection: Dado brake cartridge stops the spinning blades on contact with skin reducing the chances of a catastrophic injury
- Compatible with all woods and other non-conductive materials
- Compatible with all standard 8″ dado sets up to 29/32″ thick
- The saw’s integrated mounting pins allow the user to quickly and easily switch between the standard brake cartridge and dado brake cartridge to enable making the desired cuts
- 1 locking key allows the user to quickly and easily switch between the standard brake cartridge and dado brake cartridge when making standard or dado cuts

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09RYNH6SN |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (113) |
| Date First Available | 17 April 2022 |
| Included Components | 1 cartridge |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 454 g |
| Item model number | TSDC-8R3 |
| Manufacturer | SawStop |
| Material | Plastic |
| Part Number | TSDC-8R3 |
| Power Source | AC |
| Product Dimensions | 22.1 x 17.78 x 7.62 cm; 453.59 g |
| Style | Cartridge |

## Images

![SawStop Table Saw Brake Cartridge for 8" Dado Sets | TSDC-8R3 (Equivalent to TSDC-8R2) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71S2tBzt3KL.jpg)
![SawStop Table Saw Brake Cartridge for 8" Dado Sets | TSDC-8R3 (Equivalent to TSDC-8R2) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51uwDRmA5-L.jpg)
![SawStop Table Saw Brake Cartridge for 8" Dado Sets | TSDC-8R3 (Equivalent to TSDC-8R2) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61LKYD830+L.jpg)
![SawStop Table Saw Brake Cartridge for 8" Dado Sets | TSDC-8R3 (Equivalent to TSDC-8R2) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51HcV7nPG4L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style Name** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this fit  the 1.75 hp cabinet saw?**
A: Yes, it does.

**Q: Does this fit the jobsite saw?**
A: Yes it fits the Job site saw, for use with 8 inch Dados

**Q: Does it fit the 5hp saw**
A: It fits any SawStop model saw. If you are looking to retrofit this onto a different manufacturer's saw, then no, it does not fit.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***S on 10 November 2025*

What is to say? If you have a Sawstop, you need the cartridge. The delivery was fast and the price was fair. These are the safest saw on the market, so the expense is worth it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by F***C on 22 August 2025*

Sawstop….. that’s all I have to say. Great brand. Great product. I love the saw for its innovation. Cartridge is easy to install. No screws, just a simple twist and pull.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by P***E on 13 October 2025*

Once you've done it a few times, it's fairly easy to change cartridges. If you're replacing one because it triggered the safety mechanism, be sure to lower the blade all the way down before trying to remove it. The cartridge works fine with a 8" dado set. However, beware of your miter fence! Twice now I've forgotten to adjust the positioning of the fence when switching to the opposite side, and therefore touched the blade with the fence, which of course triggers the auto stop safety feature and forces you to buy another cartridge. Not cheap, but better than the alternative.

## Frequently Bought Together

- SAWSTOP BRAKE CARTRIDGE, 8" DADO BLADE (BLUE)
- SawStop Dado Lock Down Insert
- Freud SD208S: 8" Pro Dado Set

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*Store origin: IE*
*Last updated: 2026-03-14*