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|location=[[Location::Wood Workshop|wood workshop]]
|location=[[Location::Wood Workshop|wood workshop]]
|material=[[wood]]
|material=[[wood]]
|used with=[[Push Sticks|push sticks]], [[Circular Saw Blades|circular saw blades]],<br>[[Dust Extractor|dust extractor]], [[inclinometer]],<br>[[Table Saw Sled|table saw sled]], [[Spline Jig|spline jig]]
|used with=[[Push Sticks|push sticks]], [[Circular Saw Blades|circular saw blades]],<br>[[Dust Extractor|dust extractor]], [[inclinometer]],<br>'''[[Table Saw Jigs|table saw jigs]]'''
|manual=[https://www.manualslib.com/manual/46190/Elektra-Beckum-Topline-Pk-255.html manualslib.com]
|manual=[https://www.manualslib.com/manual/46190/Elektra-Beckum-Topline-Pk-255.html manualslib.com]
|similar=[[Handheld Circular Saw|handheld circular saw]], [[Chop Saw|chop saw]]
|assetid=18|similar=[[Handheld Circular Saw|handheld circular saw]], [[Chop Saw|chop saw]]
|status=working
|status=working
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Additional accessories may be self-made or found on eBay or similar - the exact model is not made anymore.
Additional accessories may be self-made or found on eBay or similar - the exact model is not made anymore.


=== Crosscut Sled ===
''Also see [[Table Saw Jigs|"table saw jigs"]]''
 
==== Crosscut Sled ====
When making repeated or small 90° crosscuts, it is highly recommended to use a [[Table Saw Sled|table saw sled]] instead of the small miter fence.
When making repeated or small 90° crosscuts, it is highly recommended to use a [[Table Saw Sled|table saw sled]] instead of the small miter fence.
With this self-made accessory, the table saw can replace the [[Chop Saw|chop saw]] in many cases.
With this self-made accessory, the table saw can replace the [[Chop Saw|chop saw]] in many cases.

Latest revision as of 13:24, 11 May 2024

Elektra Beckum PK 255

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Elektra Beckum PK 255

Elektra Beckum PK 255.jpg
Synonyms: sawbench, bench saw;
DE: Tischkreissäge, TKS, Baukreissäge,
Baustellenkreissäge, stationäre Kreissäge;
nearly identical: Metabo PK 255
Type: Table Saw
Material: wood
Used with: push sticks, circular saw blades,
dust extractor, inclinometer,
table saw jigs
Location: Wood Workshop
Access Requirements: Table Saw Introduction
Status: Working
Manual: manualslib.com
Tutors: Lukas
NitramLegov
Luzian
Keno
Baumphil
Similar (More or Less): handheld circular saw, chop saw



Dust Extraction

Hook up the dust extractor every time you use the saw, and use the top blade guard whenever possible (it would get in the way when making hidden cuts or using the crosscut sled, but is useful in all other cases)!

Saw Blades

This machine uses circular saw blades with 250 mm OD/30 mm ID. Since 2022, we are using a 60-tooth "universal" blade by Freud. [1]

You'll need a large wrench for the arbor nut: it should be in the compartment on the right.

You can cut up to 80 mm thick workpieces on this saw.

Maintenance

The blade should be sharpened or replaced when it becomes dull, otherwise using it is very dangerous! Tell a manager or tutor if you are noticing any problems, e.g. increased force required to push your workpieces or poor quality cuts.

Decreased cutting ability can also result from dirt buildup - here are some cleaning tips.

Additional maintenance routines are found on page 16 of the manual. For an exploded view and spare parts, see wmv-dresden.de

Accuracy

CAUTION: Something in the height adjustment is not spring-balanced - the blade exhibits slightly different inclinations when being brought up than when being brought down. Make sure you measure this angle in the same situation every time!

Fences & Jigs

Additional accessories may be self-made or found on eBay or similar - the exact model is not made anymore.

Also see "table saw jigs"

Crosscut Sled

When making repeated or small 90° crosscuts, it is highly recommended to use a table saw sled instead of the small miter fence. With this self-made accessory, the table saw can replace the chop saw in many cases.