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Non-Through & Through
Non-Through Cuts
A non-through cut is a sawing operation where the blade
does not protrude above the top face of the wood stock,
as shown in Figure 28.
Examples of non-through cuts include dadoes and
rabbets. Non-through cuts have a higher risk of injury
from kickback because the blade guard must be removed.
However, the riving knife MUST be installed because it
still provides some protection. When making non-through
cuts with a dado blade, do not attempt to cut the full
depth in one pass. Instead, take multiple light passes to
reduce the load on the blade. A dado blade smaller than
10" will require removal of the riving knife, because the
riving knife will be higher than the blade.
Through Cuts
A through cut is a sawing operation in which the
workpiece is completely sawn through, as shown in
Figure 29. Examples of through cuts are rip cuts, cross
cuts, miter cuts, and beveled cuts. The blade guard
assembly MUST be used when performing through cuts.
If you have never used this type of machine or
equipment before, seek training from an experienced
machine operator or read "how to" books before
beginning any projects. Regardless of the content
in this section, Shop Fox will not be held liable for
accidents caused by lack of training.
Cuts
Model W1824 10" Hybrid Table Saw
Saw Blade
Workpiece
Figure 28. Example of a non-through cut.
Saw Blade
Workpiece
Figure 29. Example of a through cut.
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