(Newswire.net — June 8, 2020) — It can be confusing to figure out the right power tools to use in your home. After all, most people keep many power tools and it can be difficult to choose for a specific job.
You see, the big issue with choosing power tools is that they usually have similar functions, though they are designed to do specific jobs. As a result, it can be pretty hard to distinguish a power tool from others. This article will discuss some types of power tools you can find on the market.
Circular saw
Circular saws are popular tools that you can ever have in your toolbox and are known for allowing you to make straight cuts in wood. You can use them with your free hand, mounted on a saw table or with a parallel fence. Saws that come with a larger blade are designed to cut through thicker material.
Most of the circular saws come with an adjustable cutting depth, helping you to repeat cutting similar pieces of wood. The good news is that you can use circular saws for a wide range of jobs. These include cutting through large pieces of wood materials, and creating slots, grooves or making shallow cuts.
Jigsaw
Once in a while, you might come across a project that requires you to make tricky and artistic cuts. A jigsaw is the best power tool that you can use for such jobs. This saw has thin blades to enable you to make accurate follow curved cuts.
With a jigsaw blade, you can rest assured that it can fit through a drill hole. Therefore, unlike with a circular saw, you don’t have to start making a cut at the edge of your project. Also, you can use a jigsaw to make a long and straight cut, though this isn’t the right power tool for the job unless you’re using a fence to guide you.
But if you want to make straighter cuts, your best option is to go for a wider blade and slower cutting speed. Some jobs you can use a jigsaw for are cutting tiles and sheet materials with awkward shapes, cutting worktops, shelves, and skirting boards, and making wooden toys.
Reciprocating saw
Reciprocating saw which is also called a sabre saw is designed for use in heavier duty projects than jigsaws. They have an oscillating cutting action to enable them to cut aggressively. You can hold this saw in both of your hands, making it easier to cut vertically or overhead.
The oscillating movement means that its blade can go back and forth and up and down. This leads to quick cuts, and the blade can even cut through tough materials. However, this extra speed can affect the quality of the finish. Hence, you can use this saw for demolition work, bathroom renovations, and removing windows.
As seen above, there are a variety of power tools names and these tools are manufactured by different companies. When choosing the best power tool, you need to choose the right type of a saw that can perform a specific job.