A table saw is already capable of making accurate cuts, but the standard throat plate around the blade leaves a relatively large opening. For many woodworking projects, that gap is perfectly fine. However, when you need cleaner cuts or are working with small pieces, a smaller opening can provide important advantages. This is where a…
Yes, many DeWalt miter saws will fit on a RIDGID universal miter saw stand, provided the saw can be secured to the stand’s mounting brackets and stays within the stand’s intended capacity. RIDGID currently describes its AC9946 Universal Mobile Miter Saw Stand as compatible with most standard or common miter saws, rather than limiting it…
A 7 1/4-inch circular saw cannot usually cut completely through a standard 4×4 in one pass, but it can cut a 4×4 by cutting from more than one side. A typical 7 1/4-inch circular saw cuts about 2 1/2 inches deep at 90 degrees, while an actual 4×4 measures about 3 1/2 inches thick. So,…
A scroll saw is designed for making detailed cuts, curves, and intricate patterns, but frequent blade breakage can make even a simple project frustrating. If you find yourself replacing the blade over and over again, the problem may not be the blade itself. So, why does my scroll saw blade keep breaking? Common causes include…
A chainsaw that starts normally but shuts off shortly afterward can be frustrating, especially when you need it for cutting firewood, trimming branches, or other outdoor work. If you are wondering, why won’t my chainsaw stay running? the problem is usually related to one of three basic things an engine needs: fuel, air, and spark….
A table saw sled is used to make crosscuts more accurate, repeatable, and well supported than they often are with a standard miter gauge alone. The sled rides in the table saw’s miter slots while its fence holds the workpiece square to the blade, giving the operator a stable platform for controlled cuts. If you…
A 7 1/4-inch miter saw will usually not cut completely through a standard 4×4 in a single pass. Most saws in this compact size class do not have enough vertical cutting capacity to clear the full 3 1/2-inch thickness of a finished 4×4. If you are wondering will a 7 1/4 miter saw cut a…
Yes, a 6 1/2-inch circular saw can normally cut completely through a standard 2×4 in a single pass at a 90-degree setting. Most 6 1/2-inch circular saws have enough maximum cutting depth to handle the actual 1 1/2-inch thickness of dimensional 2×4 lumber. If you are wondering will a 6 1/2 circular saw cut a…
Yes, a circular saw can cut concrete when it is equipped with a compatible diamond blade designed for concrete or masonry. However, cutting concrete places much greater stress on the saw than cutting wood, and blade type, cutting depth, dust control, and the thickness of the concrete all affect whether a circular saw is suitable….