Can you make small, precise cuts on plywood with this tool? I'm looking to make nontraditional shapes that are ~2 inches in diameter.
630846
Such small, non-standard cuts are probably one of the better uses for this tool, but for minute details (less than 1") you will probably need something more precise.
630847
No, you need a jigsaw for something like that. This one is like a cheap small version of a sawzall and it vibrates, a lot.
924572
So the smallest circle cutter is almost an inch...and the largest is 3 1/2"...so it's got a lot of use. And even though the other side is really not the cutting edge...you can use that, too (just press down firmly...and then smooth it out)...so you get double use from this set...sets of basic shapes are the best way to go...you can do a lot of things from them...since I decorate cakes...I use these all the time. Hope that helps.
1830656
I cut openings for plugins through paneling, I also ran a new wire from the breaker box. I encountered stud braces (2x4) unexpectedly and was able to notch out for the wire to pass through the 2x4 brace. I took my time and applied steady light pressure. I really like this tool and use it a lot. You should be able to cut plywood, with patience. Ripping for any distance would not work, but making small cuts should go well.
1547431
Yes, if there are a few small pieces I generally place all of them together, laminate and then cut themto the shapes. Else you can cut to your preferred size ans is done well.
1915846
Yes. you can cut from 1/2" to 12". You have to set your Cricut dial to that size.
950595
I have used this device for Pinewood only but as a seasoned woodworker would suggest to you that the larger diameter should not be an issue. The tool comes with three different centers pre-drilled. Drill at the center that works for you. Then re-drill to the right larger diameter using the first hole as a guide. I use this approach on many other projects around my home as I build furniture and cabinets. Good luck!
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Hi Cal, just to make sure I understand your question, you want to do precision cuts using the reciprocating saw? Hence your comment about the saw working for angles, molding and doors. My answer to the above is I would not use a reciprocating saw for precision cuts where you may need to join two pieces of wood at an angle or cut a door to size. The blades of the reciprocating saw are very flexible and move a lot, the action from the saw is pretty fast and shaky. If you want to have a precision cut you need a miter saw, a table saw or a circular saw (depending on the job) where the circular blade is firmer and you can control the precision of the cut. I hope this helps! Good luck.
2055525
You could cut large curves. This is really designed for straight cuts. It is like a mini circular saw so cutting tight curves would bind the blade. Otherwise a great tool.
1691548
I have tried to do this very thing with this saw and it isn't ideal. With such a small opening it if difficult to work on anything larger than three inches in diameter. Also the saw can only handle a half inch blade means resawing will not be accurate.
400193
Sure. You can make whatever dimenion you wish. Just set it up to make the cut, turn the log and set your next cut whatever size you desire. I recommend the use of no less than a mid to high power (more horsepower the better) chainsaw and a nice sharp chain.
833436
Not really. This is for finesse work where you need to do something delicate - undercut a door jamb, for instance. For lumber, either a circular saw or a chop saw, depending upon you exact application.
1830655
You certainly could use this to cut out a small section of plywood, but if you are talking about slicing off big pieces then you are better off using a circular saw or something else bigger.
58311
I never tried, but the actual size of a 2 x 10 is 9-1/4 wide, the blade won't be high enough on any 10 inch table saw to do what you are trying to do. Even in 2 passes.
1836177
I have not cut a board that big with the saw. It will cut a 2 x 10 without any problem.
674817
Sorry Mike. I have a larger cutter that will cut the dementions you ask for. And it will cut it fine. you wont go wrong. After buying the first cutter and saving time and money I would have been wrong not to up grade to the cutters I have.
108144
Yes you can cut it to any size you want.. Love it !! Very nice to work with..
356135
Yes, I was doing that yesterday with cheap 7mm laminate! The blade acts equally over the whole surface of the laminate, so the wider the piece (or if you cut at an angle), then the harder work it is to cut.