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I have a perfectly good Delta, model 36-412 12" dual-bevel compound, miter saw that I enjoy using very much.  My problem with it is in the switch.  The original switch crapped out on me a while back and I cannot find a replacement because the switch itself is discontinued by Delta.  I checked with the switch manufacturer and they have also discontinued production.  I did find a switch that did phyiscaly fit and kinda works except for the fact it doesn't have the ability to run the blade brake.  Curious if anyone knows, short of buying a used switch, a switch that would work with this saw.  Like I stated before, this saw works great for me other than the switch won't activate the blade brake.

 

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Thanks for the images, very helpful.

 

Here is the specification for that switch.

 

My suggestion is to disassemble that switch to clean the interior and hopefully restore normal operation, like I did on my similar but different switch. Mine was also made of unobtainium. It now again has normal operation.

 

When I disassemble something like that switch, I carefully use a loose utility knife blade(s) as the catch pry tool, to release the catches.

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