A table saw is made up of numerous components. Every single feature has contributed to the value of a table saw. One of them is the trunnion. The trunnions are noteworthy because they align the blade with the rip fence and miter slot machine. Shape the blade and motor into the bulk of the table … Read more
If you read through a woodworking forum for the first time, you might come across some terms like the arbor of the table saw, and you might be scratching your head in utter ignorance as to what this term means. Arbor, of course, may also mean “tree branches” or “vines” in the Webster Dictionary. Yet, in woodworking, … Read more
I was reading through a forum the other day, and one question that kept cropping up is the question about how much power the table saw uses. Well, such a question is relevant, especially if you want to keep tabs on the power consumption of your power tools. It is indeed crucial to know the … Read more
The table saw often serves as the centerpiece of most workshops from where most of your woodworking activities emanate. Thus, purchasing a table saw is always a smart option when you want to make precise cuts on wood. Besides, if you are desirous of raising your level of woodworking a notch higher, you need to … Read more
The table saw is susceptible to rusting because it features components that are wrought in cast iron. Cast iron, of course, is commendable for its durability and stability, but it can corrode over time. Hence, you should protect these cast-iron components from rusting. During its shipment, the table saw gets shipped with a particular protective … Read more
Aside from the miter gauge and sled, one of the most valuable accessories you can have for your table saw is the zero clearance insert (ZCI). It can reduce tearing out and chipping of the wood piece and helps prevent jamming of the saw blade. But what is a zero clearance insert? Well, it is … Read more
Many professional woodworkers would intuitively ask themselves how thick the table saw blade is when cutting a wood piece. Well, I think they are asking this question because they like to figure out in advance how wide the cut will be. As a woodworker, knowing the width of the saw blade is essential in how … Read more
A hybrid table saw features a design that mixes the typical characteristics of an ordinary cabinet saw and the conventional contractor saw. It adapts the heavy-duty design of the contractor saw and comes with a powerful motor (3-5 hp) that sits inside its cabinet. Besides, it mimics the traditional contractor saw’s lighter weight and straightforward … Read more
The table saw size is one of the significant factors that affect the woodworking project sizes you can make. The table saws you will find in the market would generally fall under the following categories: portable or “jobsite” table saws, hybrid table saws, contractor table saws, and cabinet table saws. Besides, as you shop around for the ideal … Read more