The table saw is the single tool that turns the hobbyist into a real woodworker, capable of handling a range of challenging jobs. With expert advice, color photos, drawings, and exploded diagrams, Popular Mechanics reveals exactly what this all-important piece of equipment can do. This invaluable and instructive manual covers it all: cutting wood to precise dimension; making simple joints such as grooves, dadoes, rabbets, and miters; crafting jigs and fixtures; and doing advanced techniques, from molding to resawing. It even provides a visual "anatomy" of the many types of available table saws, along with guidance on maintenance and troubleshooting. A series of great projects includes Demilune Table, Bookcase, Blanket Chest, and Wall-Hung Tool Cabinet. A Main Selection of the F&W Book Clubs.
The table saw is the most versatile power tool in your woodworking shop. Short of applying the final finish, the table saw can do tricks you never thought possible. Ken Burton shows you how to use the table saw to make woodworking projects that will amaze and inspire you. As a bonus, this book comes with a 105-minute DVD that shows Ken giving live demos of the techniques he talks about in his book as well as how to use the table saw safely. PROJECTS: Trivets, Cutting boards, Bookshelves, Game box, Bookstand, Mirror, Occasional table, Entertaimnent center, Cyclindrical chest of drawers, Triangle chest
A table saw is the favorite tool for cutting wood of all sizes, but it can do so much more. This spiral-bound, topic-tabbed guide to its hundreds of functions is like buying a host of new tools at a fraction of the cost. Every technique gets a clear, fully illustrated explanation. Cutting processes include crosscutting, ripping, mitering, and beveling as well as joinery cuts such as dadoes and rabbets. The guide to accessories ranges from standard to advanced options. Methods for cutting every type of stock are followed by a section on dado head types-- stack, wobble, and adjustable V-shape. A valuable safety survey focuses on preventing common accidents. Best of all is the huge section of tips and shortcuts for mastering dozens of procedures: ripping and crosscutting stock; cutting miters and rabbets; and making dadoes, joints, tenons, and mortises. Everything comes together in plans for a panel door and frame.
This complete guide features essential and up-to-date information needed to set up and tune your table saw and expand your table saw skill set. Featuring all the most critical table saw techniques, from selecting and truing blades to mastering basic to advanced cuts and more, this must-have manual will equip you with all the necessary skills you need to successfully and safely use your table saw. Also included in this revised edition is exclusive information on new SawStop technology. With step-by-step instructions and detailed diagrams, complete nine custom table saw projects to put your learned techniques and skills to use.
Covering everything you need to get the most out of your tools, the Missing Shop Manual Series goes beyond basic safety and set up. From cutting dados and moldings to creating jigs, you'll discover the tips and techniques you need to maximize your table saw's performance.
Latest information on every table saw model, accessory, blade, and technique. 700 step-by-step photos and drawings show techniques for every level of operator, plus problem-solving tips, time-saving accessories and projects. Then a host of first-class projects, including picture frames, nightstands, chests, tables, trunks, wall clocks and much more.