Datasheet

TIPS
AND TECHNIQUES
TIP 1 Clamp the workpiece securely in an engineer’s vice.
TIP 2 Take time to set the blade tension correctly, too soft
and the blade may snag and break.
TIP 3 Ensure that the flow of water or gas in pipes has
been safely turned off.
TIP 4 When cutting thin sheet metal it is a good idea to
sandwich it between two pieces of plywood for support.
TIP 5 Select a blade with a tooth count that will ensure
that at least three teeth are in contact with the metal to
being cut all the time.
TIP 6 Make the cut at a low angle to help create a smooth
free flowing cut.
TIP 7 Cutting metal tubing requires a fine-toothed blade
at least 24 tpi. Commence the saw cut until the blade
penetrates through the pipe wall. Continue to cut on the
nearer wall of the pipe for a smoother vibration free cut,
do this by rotating the pipe away from you.
TIP 8 When cutting thick rod or bar stock mark the cutting
line all the way around. Make your first cut
to the depth of the blade on the upper surface. Rotate the
steel towards you and again cut to the depth of the blade.
Continue until the cut is completed.
TIP 9 With all types of cut support the waste material
as you near the completion of the cut.
TOP TIP Support fragile sheet material and select
a blade that allows at least three teeth to be in contact
with the work. If the blade snaps in the middle of a cut
restart the cut at the far edge to prevent the slightly
thicker blade from jamming in the cut. Use a new blade
when cutting brass to minimise the risk of blade slip.
SAW STORAGE MITRE BOX WITH SAW
STANDARD MITRE BOX
LARGE CAPACITY MITRE BOX