− | The table saw is used for cutting wood and acrylic. There are two basic cuts that are normally performed. A rip cut is made along the grain and a cross cut is done perpendicular to the the grain. A basic first step for getting wood down to size lengthwise. A fence is used to keep the piece straight when pushing through the saw. While the saw is usually used for cutting the long side of a piece of wood, jigs and tools are available for doing cross-cuts on the table saw as well. These are used to make sure the wood stays solidly in place as it’s pushed through and to keep it straight. | + | The table saw is a fundamental part of any woodshop and is used for cutting wood and acrylic. There are two basic cuts that are normally performed. A rip cut is made along the grain and a cross cut is done perpendicular to the the grain. A fence is used to keep the material straight when pushing through the saw. While the saw is usually used for cutting the long side of a piece of material, jigs and tools are also available for doing cross-cuts on the table saw. Fixtures make sure the material stays in place as it’s pushed through and helps keep it straight. |
− | The SawStop table saw is a top of the line cabinet saw built for top quality work and safety. The table saw is a fundamental part of any woodshop. The SawStop safety system is designed to make the machine as safe as possible. A unique cartridge is located in the machine. Any conductive material that makes contact with the blade fires and jams the cartridge block into the blade. The blade then drops down into the body of the saw to get it out of the way. All this happens within 5 milliseconds, helping to ensure the users stays safe. **This is NOT an excuse to ignore the 3 commandments and safety rules. Merely a way to help prevent more serious accidents. | + | The SawStop table saw has a unique safety feature. The SawStop safety system is designed to make the machine as safe as possible. A unique cartridge is located in the machine. Any conductive material that makes contact with the blade fires and jams the cartridge block into the blade. The blade then stops spinning and drops down out of the way into the body of the saw. All this happens within 5 milliseconds, helping to ensure the blade inflicts minimal damage. **This is NOT an excuse to ignore the 3 commandments and safety rules. Merely a way to help prevent more serious accidents. |