How I added soft start to my Makita MLT100 table saw

In this video I show you how I added a soft start module to my Makita MLT100 table saw.

[@L4C05]

Thank you for the video, I have same saw and it helped me a lot to add a softstart module

[@ivandrimal5783]

Somehow I don't understand the need for Softstart on the Makita MLT100. I've had it for over 4 years now and it has almost no jerk when the engine starts and revs pretty smoothly. The Metabo KGS 254 miter saw has quite a large current surge and I gave it a slow start there and it's great. But in my opinion, the Makita MLT100 saw does not need it. But that's just my opinion after many years of use.

[@gagegr]

For anyone in the US looking to do this, be careful because these modules may not be compatible with 120v. From my research they will likely work, but a word to the wise. The amps drawn at 120v are different than at 240v by far.

[@rainerhasler135]

Hi Massoud! Where did you get the softitart module? I ordered one from Germany but it seems to be too strong which lets the makita start up very very slowly.

[@Golgafrinchamdent]

Seems this module is a little hard to find in the US. I'm just hoping that after the time it will take to get, it will be compatible with 120v and 15a.

[@thuongthucgiainh3012]

Thanks for your sharing..so how can i buy soft start module ? I cant find out it in my country. May i have schematic of this module ?

[@tagoresterlee9849]

Hi can you advice how to install for a similar device? I bought the following from Taobao / Lazada.

[@user-rq2xv8vd3j]

110v 220v whether the connection line is the same please ask thank you

[@tungtran001]

Hi. Can you let me know where to buy the soft start device. Thanks.

[@aloraibih]

Hi were to order the same soft start for 220v

[@antoniocarlossilva2442]

Ola , aminha máquina makita 2704 o freio parou de funcionar, poderia me ajudar, desde já agradeço

[@conradpaul6100]

Does this saw have electric brake?

[@jacoblasta4910]

Same sound

[@antoniocarlossilva2442]

Ola , aminha máquina makita 2704 o freio parou de funcionar, poderia me ajudar, desde já agradeço