What Is a Crosscut Saw?
A Crosscut Saw is an industrial machine that uses a rotating circular saw directly connected to a motor to cut the material to be processed on a stand.
Crosscut Saws are used for horizontal cutting operations on long, large pieces of wood or aluminum, usually in conjunction with a long horizontal stand.
The diameter of a mainstream circular saw is roughly 400 to 600 mm. There are two types of circular saws: one uses a scale to visually determine the cutting point, and the other uses a digital device that automatically determines the cutting point by punching in the dimensions.
The scale type requires the skill and experience of the craftsman, while the digital type is more accurate.
Crosscut saws are often used on construction sites and in furniture manufacturing plants. They are also popular among DIY enthusiasts and suitable for home processing operations. Efficient work is possible by changing the shape of the cutting edge and blade material according to the material to be processed and the cutting point.
On the other hand, crosscut saws have rotating cutting edges and can be dangerous, so it is important to take appropriate safety precautions and use them correctly.
Uses of Crosscut Saws
Crosscut Saws are used in woodworking, metalworking, and DIY.
In woodworking shops, crosscut saws are used to cut square timbers into horizontal cuts when working with long, large pieces of wood.
They are also used by metalworkers to cut aluminum and other materials. Therefore, they can also be applied in construction sites and automotive plants.
Furthermore, crosscut saws are also used in private wood workshops and studios, as some sizes can fit on a tabletop space.
For woodworkers and DIY enthusiasts, they are indispensable machines for improving the precision and speed of cutting operations.
Principle of Crosscut Saw
There are two main types of crosscut saws: manual-feed and automatic-feed, and their principles are different, so it is necessary to select one according to the application.
The manual feed type crosscut saw consists of a rotary saw directly connected to a motor that moves back and forth, vertically and horizontally, and cuts the material placed on a table while pulling it.
The automatic feed type crosscut saw consists of a rotary saw mounted on a motorized rotary shaft, and the saw is moved by stepping on a pedal to cut the work piece. The width of the cut (distance traveled by the work piece) is adjustable, as is the speed at which the saw is moved.
Unlike other circular saws, the crosscut saw is a down-cutting saw, which means that chips are scattered forward when the material is cut, allowing for safe and efficient work.
There is also a model called an optoelectronic jumping crosscut saw that can cut off only the part of the material that is unnecessary by drawing a line with a special chalk in advance and using a special detection device, enabling more efficient and accurate cutting.
Types of Crosscut Saws
There are various types of crosscut saws, but the two most common types are sliding crosscut saws and mini crosscut saws. Each has different characteristics, so selection should be based on the intended use.
1. Sliding-Type Crosscut Saw
Slide-type Crosscut Saws are capable of cutting a wide range of boards by sliding the head equipped with a blade up and down. They are often used in large factories or on job sites, and their large cutting capacity makes them suitable when long lengths of material need to be processed. The angle of the processed material can also be adjusted, enabling diagonal cutting.
Slide-type Crosscut Saws are used for processing wood, plastic, aluminum, steel, etc., and can cut a wide range of materials.
2. Mini Crosscut Saw
Mini Crosscut Saws are characterized by their small size, light weight, and compact design. Its table-top size makes it suitable for small workshops and DIY enthusiasts. Although its cuttable size is small, it is highly accurate and is used for processing resin, wood, and metal. In addition, mini crosscut saws are inexpensive, making them easy to purchase even for beginners.