Did you know there are types of power saws to be used for different purposes? Yes! There are 10 types of power saws that are commonly found in the market.
Unlike hand saws that use its user’s own effort and energy to cut through different objects and materials, the power saw uses an external power source to make it easier for us to cut through objects and materials.
Also, with the development of sawing technology, the power saws are becoming one of the most commonly used tools in different settings.
Construction, manufacture, automotive industries and even DIYers benefit the most by using the power saws.
There are roughly about 10 types of power saws that you can easily find in the market. What are those? Let’s take a look at the explanation that dimulti has prepared just for you down below!
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10 Types of Power Saws
1. Circular Saw
The first one is the circular saw that is also known as the buzz saw that has a circular encased blade that cutting in a rotational motion
This power saw is among the most frequently used power saw in the market because of its portability and versatility.
The circular saw is handheld and can be used with either hand and is usually light in weight, so it’s easier for us to take it to any location.
Also, there are 2 variants of the buzz saw which is the corded and cordless circular saw that you can pick depending on your needs.
2. Table Saw
The next one is the table saw or also known as the bench saw. It is a fundamental cutting tool that can be found in every woodworker’s workshop.
As its name implies, the table saw is equipped with a circular saw blade that is mounted on the table and can emerge upward when there is a piece of material to be cut.
Unlike the circular saw that can be moved easily, the table saw is stationary with a fixed table so we should push the workpiece into the table to get the job done.
3. Miter Saw
Invented in the 70’s, the miter saw is another power saw that is frequently used in professional workshops.
This type of power saw is specifically designed to create an angled cut that is suitable for making precise and clean beveled cuts.
The miter saw is also stationary with a table with a revolving circular saw blade that is mounted on a swing arm to work on the piece.
Also, there is a gauge on the table to help us make precise angled cuts.
4. Panel Saw
Invented in 1902 by Wilhelm Altendorf, the panel saw is a power saw that is equipped with a circular saw blade that has a sliding table to pass wood boards.
The panel saw mainly serves to cut larger wood panels into small pieces and are typically used in professional workshop for cutting wood, plywood, laminates, or even aluminum.
There are 2 types of panel saws, the horizontal panel saws and vertical panel saws.
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5. Band Saw
The next on our list of types of power saws is the band saw that is equipped with a continuous blade or band running around two fixed rotating wheels.
The blade on the band saw is usually thin with a long band of toothed metal with different pitches and numbers of teeth for different materials.
The band saw is also so versatile as it can cut wood, metal, PVC depending on its saw teeths.
There are also variants of band saws, a vertical and horizontal band saw that comes in corded or cordless variants.
6. Chainsaw
The chainsaw is a type of power saw that has a linked chain with a set of teeth that rotate around the guide bar. It is specifically designed to trim and cut lumber and trees.
The chainsaw usually comes in a wide varieties such as:
- Battery powered chainsaw
- Corded electric chainsaw
- Gas-powered chainsaw
- Pneumatic chainsaw
7. Jigsaw
Jigsaw works with a principle that is similar to the band saw and is designed to make irregular, curved and straight cuts.
The jigsaw is capable of cutting through different materials such as wood, ceramic tile, metal, granite and plastic.
Although it’s capable of creating clean and precise cuts, it is worth noting that the jigsaw is designed to do light weight work and can’t be used in heavy work.
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8. Chop Saw
Looks a lot like a miter saw, the chop saw fulfills an entirely different role.
The chop saw blade is toothless and designed with abrasive to be able to cut through really tough materials such as tile, brick, metal sheets, masonry and even concrete.
With that being said, the chop saw is usually used for heavy duty applications and commonly found in professional workshops.
9. Reciprocating Saw
The next one is the reciprocating saw that is equipped with a blade that is constantly pulled and pushed back and forth to make a cut.
And because of that, this type of saw is usually used to cut various hard and tough materials such as wood, metal, brick, tile, marble, etc.
Also, the reciprocating saw is more suited for remodeling and demolition projects instead of precision work.
The reciprocating saw also has 2 variants – which is a cordless and corded one.
10. Scroll Saw
The scroll saw functions with a thin band of metal controlled by two wheels and serves a main purpose which is to make intricate patterns and accurate cuts.
The blade or the band is reciprocating, which is moving up and down to cut the workpiece and the saw is fixed to a table, thus you can hold the workpiece during operation.
There you go! The 10 types of power saws!
