The Radial Arm Saw-The Radical Power Tool

Written by admin on October 27, 2008 – 10:32 am -

The radial arm saw is made up of a motor just like a circular saw and it is suspended from a long arm with a yoke. This lets the saw rotate at multiple degrees. The motor connects to the overhead arm and all parts can be locked down or left to pivot. This saw gives the woodworker a great deal of flexibility in the cuts that can be achieved.
DeWalt was the first on the market and it continued making this saw up until 1989 when the rights were sold to the American Saw Company. Sears has been making radial saws since 1958 and Delta entered the marked back in 1948.
The versatility of this Power Tool is the reason this saw remains so popular.. It can rip, cross cut, and it can do rabbet cuts and miter dado. By adding on of the many attachments and it will work as a router or shaper.
The average size for home woodworker is the 10 inch model. The 10 inch model is outstanding in its performance, ease of use and reliability.  It will cut 2 inches deep at a 90 degree angle, 2 inches deep at a 45 degree bevel and on cross cuts up to 16 inches.
Its always a good to follow some simple safety guidelines when using any Power Tool and it is essential in use of this saw.
1. Wear a face shield or safety glasses.

2. Always wear hearing protection that is designed for the saws frequency.

3. Keep your work area clean and uncluttered.

4. Use saw blades that are rated for your saw and for the job you are planning to do.

5. Buy accessories that are designed for your saw.

6. Make sure all guards are on the saw before using.

7. Always stand on the handle side when you are doing a cross cut and pull the cutting head with the hand that is closest to the handle.

8. Make sure that your hands are nowhere near the blade.

9. After each cut return the cutting head to the back of the saw.

10. When you are ripping lumber make sure it is fed against the direction of the blade.

11. Do not cut free hand. Always use the back guide.

12. Never leave your table saw running unattended.

13. Never wear loose clothing or gloves.
A radial arm saw is a great investment. It will allow you to easily complete those outstanding wood projects that up until now only the masters have turned out.  Remember, choose the Power Tool based on your need not your dreams.  You should not have to mortgage the house to purchase a good Radial Arm Saw.  There are many brands of Radial Arms Saws on the market choose wisely and  you will be making a smart investment!

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