Circular saw w/ Framing/Ripping Blade
ABOUT THIS TOOL
190 x 2.0 x 30 mm
WHAT IT DOES
Used for straight cutting across pieces of timber, and along wide pieces of timber, and for cutting up boards (plywood, MDF, laminates etc).
If you want to do curved cuts, you’ll need a power jigsaw instead. You may prefer the jigsaw for straight cuts too if you aren’t familiar with power tools and if the cut doesn’t have to be dead straight. It’s harder to get a straight cut with a jigsaw, but it’s less scary than the circular saw.
HOW TO USE IT
If you aren’t experienced with circular saws, look at these resources. A lot can go wrong with a circular saw, particularly if you clamp/support the workpiece incorrectly.
Video at https://youtu.be/4jpOYxRyTFY?t=40
There is some good advice at the following site. Did you know, for example, that you shouldn’t support the workpiece at both ends? Or that it’s important to set the blade height correctly? https://www.familyhandyman.com/tools/circular-saws/circular-saw-tips-and-techniques/
YOU MAY ALSO NEED
Safety glasses – Essential
Ear defenders – Essential
Dust mask – Recommended. A good blade shouldn’t produce fine dust, but a dust mask is still a good idea
Measuring and marking equipment: ruler, try square etc. – Useful . Measure twice, cut once…
Clamps – Recommended. It’s very important to hold/support the workpiece correctly. See the advice in the web resources above.
