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. 83 Bevel Crosscut
Fig. 81 Straight
Crosscut
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Fig. 82 Miter Crosscut
Fig. 84 Compound Crosscut
Mit(.r
Bevel
Fig. 85 Basic
Crosscuts
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