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. 85 - Straight
Crosscut
4 ¸
Fig. 87 - Bevel Crosscut
Fig. 88- Compound
Crosscut
Miter
Straight
Fig 89 _Basic
Crosscuts
Bevel
Compound
Fig. 86- Mter
Crosscut
36