When you’re trying to cut the ends of two boards that have been joined together to create an even edge, you first thought is probably to turn to the circular saw -- but that won't give you the cleanest edge possible. The table saw would be the perfect choice – if only there was a way to ensure that the cut stays even. Well, there is a way. And in this segment, host David Thiel shows you.
1. Draw a line on the boards marking out where you want the cut (figure A). 2. On the table saw, find the distance from the outside edge of the table to the edge of the blade. 3. Make a mark on the joined boards corresponding to that measurement.
4. Use a framing square (figure B) to extend the mark all the way across both boards (figure C). 5. Place a strip of wood across the boards. It should be placed on the side of the line opposite of where you want to make the cut. 6. Clamp the strip to the boards. 7. Turn the entire unit upside down and place it on the table saw. The strip of wood will ride along the edge of the table and keep the boards in line. Make sure that the clamps are clear so they don’t interfere with the cut (figure D), then cut the boards evenly.
RESOURCES :
Ryobi BT3100 Table Saw
Ryobi Technologies, Inc.
1428 Pearman Dairy Road
Anderson, SC 29625
Phone: 800-323-4615
Website: www.ryobitools.com
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