Crosscutting
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Crosscutting
is used to cut a workpiece
to
length. The work_iece
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. 136 Straight Crosscut
Fig. 138 Bevel Crosscut
Fig. 139 Compound Crosscut
Miter
Straight
Fig. 140 Basic Crosscuts
Bevel
Compound
Fig. 137 Miter Crosscut
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