Crosscutting
Crosscutting
is used to cut a workpiece
to
length. The workpiece
is held against the
fence. The saw blade is pulled
through
the
workpiece.
Cuts are usually made across the
grain of the workpiece.
Types of Crosscuts
The basic types of crosscuts are shown below.
Notice
the hand and body position
in each.
Fig. 91 Straight Crosscut
Fig. 93 Bevel Crosscut
Fig. 94 Compound Crosscut
Fig. 92 Miter Crosscut
i
Miter
Bevel
Fig. 95 Basic Crosscuts
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