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|tool name=''Jigsaw''
|tool name=''Parkside PSTD 800 A1 (jigsaw)''
|image=
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|synonyms=pendulum jigsaw,<br>DE: Pendelstichsäge
|synonyms=pendulum jigsaw,<br>DE: Pendelstichsäge
|type=power tool/[[:Category:Saws|saw]]
|type=power tool/[[:Category:Saws|saw]]
|access=
|access=upon introduction
|location=
|location=[[Wood Workshop]]
|material=[[wood]]
|material=[[wood]]
|tutors=[[User:Lukas|Lukas]]
|tutors=[[User:Lukas|Lukas]], {{M}}
|manual=
|manual=in the box
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A jigsaw is a powerful tool for cutting various hard materials in '''curved lines'''. For intricate shapes and thin materials, have a look at a [[Scroll Saw|scroll saw]] or a [[Laser Cutter|laser cutter]]. While relatively straight lines can be achieved by means of a fence, a [[Circular Saw|circular saw]] (especially [[Chop Saw|chop]] or [[Table Saw|table saw]]
A jigsaw is a powerful tool for cutting various hard materials in '''curved lines'''. For intricate shapes and thin materials, have a look at a [[Scroll Saw|scroll saw]] or a [[Laser Cutter|laser cutter]]. While relatively straight lines can be achieved by means of a fence, a [[Circular Saw|circular saw]] (especially [[Chop Saw|chop]] or [[Table Saw|table saw]]


== Safety ==
== Safety ==
When using the jigsaw, always take the time to properly [[Clamps|clamp]] down your workpiece, hook up a [[Shop Vac|shop vac]] and wear [[Goggles|safety glasses]].
When using the jigsaw, always take the time to properly [[Clamps|clamp]] down your workpiece, hook up a [[Shop Vac|shop vac]] and wear [[Goggles|safety glasses]].
Wear hearing protection as it is really loud.


== Suggested Reading ==
== Suggested Reading ==

Revision as of 15:55, 10 February 2018

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Parkside PSTD 800 A1 (jigsaw)

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Synonyms: pendulum jigsaw,
DE: Pendelstichsäge
Type: power tool/saw
Material: wood
Location: Wood Workshop
Access Requirements: upon introduction
Tutors: Lukas, Mitja
Manual: in the box

A jigsaw is a powerful tool for cutting various hard materials in curved lines. For intricate shapes and thin materials, have a look at a scroll saw or a laser cutter. While relatively straight lines can be achieved by means of a fence, a circular saw (especially chop or table saw

Safety

When using the jigsaw, always take the time to properly clamp down your workpiece, hook up a shop vac and wear safety glasses. Wear hearing protection as it is really loud.

Suggested Reading

Accessories

Blades

Saw blades for various materials are available.

Links

Basics

"What Can You Do with a Jigsaw?" by Steve Ramsey (YouTube video)