Can you use a miter saw on the ground?
We don’t recommend using a miter saw on the ground. It’s a trip hazard and can lead to a back injury from handling a heavy saw (often 50lbs+) and lumber. Most manufacturers recommend bolting down a miter saw before use, which is difficult to do on the floor but can be achieved on a workbench.
Can you cut grooves with a miter saw?
Yep, on your miter saw. If your miter saw has the right flip down stop, you can use it to make dadoes.
Why does my miter saw not cut square?
The primary reason why a miter saw might not cut straight is an inability to clamp the material down. The machine is designed to pull the material towards the blade during each cut, and if there’s a malfunction in this process, it might result in inaccurate cuts.
Why does my miter saw splinter wood?
Dropping the miter saw blade into the workpiece too fast is dangerous and will likely result in a rough cut or splintered wood. This is especially true when you’re cutting thin, narrow pieces. Give the motor a few extra milliseconds to reach full speed, then lower the blade slowly as you cut.
Why is my miter saw throwing wood?
This type of kickback happens when the kerf closes in on the blade and “grabs” it. It happens frequently when sawing long, wide boards near the middle. When lumber isn’t perfectly straight and flat (and it never truly is) it can’t be held in firm contact with the fence and bed of the saw at every point.
What special protection must be observed when using the motorized miter saw outside?
What special protection must be observed when using the motorized miter saw outside? Keep the saw covered. Lubricate the saw more often than normal. Unplug the saw after each cut.
What is the angle range of a miter saw?
For increased flexibility, this miter saw makes use of a 0-52 degree miter angle range to both the left and right. The motor it employs also makes use of a 2.57 horsepower, making it one of the fastest operating saws on the market.
How many stops on a miter saw do I Need?
With many cutting angles available in the woodworking industry, this product makes the cutting process easier by providing up to nine positive stops that enable the operator set any miter angle they please, depending on the item being cut.
How good is the dust collection on this miter saw?
Although the dust collection on this miter saw is fairly good, my shop vac filter quickly gets clogged and looses suction, which results in sawdust in the air and all over the workbench. I have an air particle monitor that I use, and below I’m showing a reading I took when I first walked into the shop without running any tools.
What is the best miter saw on the market today?
We introduce to you the Genesis Compound Miter Saw, a machine with nine positive miter stops and a powerful laser guide. This miter saw is one of the best miter saw on the market today and we know why. firstly, it features the use of compound cutting for activities such as picture frames, crown molding, shadow boxes and many others.