All about types of saws

Saw is one of the tools that have been used by humans in various forms since the past. The basis of the process of cutting with a saw depends on the reciprocating movement of its blade. The advancement of technology has made blades with different degrees of hardness and strength to be produced so that it can be used to cut various parts or surfaces and meet the needs of customers.

Saws

Kinds of hand saws

The simplest type of saws are hand saws, and there are many models of them, their differences are in the number of teeth, the density of the ribs, and the angles between the ribs. The main use of hand saws is to cut wood and they are mostly used in carpentry activities, and a small number of them are used to cut iron and other objects.

Traditional woodworking saw (traditional hand saw) Traditional woodworking saw is one of the most widely used types of saws, the handle of which is D-shaped and there are three models, the difference between the three models is in the length of the blade and the size of the teeth.

Hand saw (bow saw) This hand saw is the best option for making precise and delicate cuts of wooden products. The most common use of a chainsaw is for carving, and you must be careful while working so that the blade does not break. The shape of the handle of these saws is U-shaped and its other name is bow saw. This type of saw is also available in electric form.

Carving saw A jigsaw is very similar to a chainsaw and is U-shaped, but their bows are designed to cut deeper and their blade is thicker than a chainsaw.

Double sided hand saw The presence of two handles on both sides of these saws makes it possible for two people to work together. Double-sided saws are mostly used to cut large logs and tree trunks.

Female branch saw The branch saw is a very suitable option for pruning trees and gardening. The blade head of this saw is curved and the handle is long so that it can be used for branches that are difficult to reach.

surface cutting saw

is used in situations where we intend to cut the wood surface with the aim of removing extra parts or protrusions. The teeth used on these saws are parallel, and the presence of two edges with teeth makes it possible to use them without damaging the wood.
Fox tail saw The length of this type of saw is from 30 to 100 cm and its blade has a special shape where the tip is narrower than the end. Wood can be cut lengthwise or crosswise with a hacksaw.
Woodworking saw with back The length of this saw is 20 to 40 cm, and there is a wooden or metal piece in the upper part of the blade from the beginning to the end, which makes the blade not flexible when cutting. The teeth are facing forward and the user is not harmed when cutting in the opposite direction.
Fine hand saw The shape of the fine hand saw is completely similar to the back wood saw, only the teeth are smaller and the blade is thinner, which is used for delicate work.
Japanese saw This type of saw is used for all types of wet and dry wood. The appearance of these saws has made them useful in situations where we cannot cut using ordinary saws. Japanese saws are in three shapes and there are teeth on both sides of the blade, one side has small teeth and the other side has large teeth, and the direction of the teeth is towards the handle of the saw. When the user pulls the saw towards him, the wood is cut. It is possible that the blades are made of steel to increase its lifespan.

Cover saw This saw is used to cut one to two mm veneers. The shape of these saws is very special and completely recognizable.

Pointed saw (pointed hand saw) These tip saws are very thick along the length of the tooth blade and the tip is sharp and thin. It is very useful for round and curved cuts, the length of the saw does not exceed 30 cm.

Hand chain saw In this saw model, the cutting operation is done by chains. In addition to being manual, this saw is also available in the market in motorized and electric form.

Types of chainsaw

Like manual saws, there are different types of electric saws, and their main difference with manual saws is related to the power source. With electric saws, you can cut wood, steel, iron, and various objects, and since their power source is electric; They have more power than manual saws and can cut larger pieces.

Table saw A table saw is one type of electric saw that has many uses and is very dangerous to work with. A table saw is used to cut wood, chipboard, MDF, plastic and soft metal.

Persian saw This tool is used to create a Persian cut and carpenters use it to create angled cuts. Using a Persian saw, you can make transverse, Persian, oblique and combined cuts on wood and plastic, plywood and other soft materials. The Persian saw is available in three models: fixed, sliding, and double-sided sliding. You should get the right Persian saw according to the volume and space of your work and the type of work.

Arm saw (radial saw) The operation of this saw is the opposite of a table saw. The saw blade is connected to the table and a movable arm, and when the work piece is fixed, we can perform a variety of transverse, longitudinal and combined cuts by moving the blade.

Electric chain saw The blade of a chain saw is chain and teeth. This saw does not make precise cuts, but it cuts very quickly. There is also a rechargeable electric chainsaw.

Horizontal saw on Electric horizontal saws are used for pruning trees, cutting wood, bricks and tiles, and by changing the blade, they can be used for other tasks, such as cutting PVC pipes, etc. You can use it. The function of this saw is such that wood can be cut into pieces by moving the blade back and forth and its steady movement.

Band saw There are different types of horizontal, vertical, etc. band saws, as well as different sizes. This saw is also called a flaky saw and its blade is placed between two wheels. Band saw is a practical tool to reduce the length and thickness of timber, it is also used in the metalworking industry.

Hacksaw

A hacksaw is a specialized saw, made of a wheel and a row of metal, and is generally a tool that makes fine, precise cuts. The use of chainsaws is in carving, carving and making wooden dolls. There is also a manual chainsaw, but for designs with a complex pattern, an electric chainsaw is a better option than a manual chainsaw.

Circular saw (disc saw) One of the types of saw that can be used for cutting wood, fiberglass or even metals in different conditions is circular saw. These saws are used to cut plywood or wood directly. These products have different types and many companies that are active in the field of tool production have started to produce them.

Rail saw It is a type of circular saw that is placed on a metal rail. They connect the metal rail to the workpiece or sheet and then move the round blade forward. The rail saw is also known as the penetrating circular saw, and the main difference between the circular saw and the rail saw is that the cutting depth can be controlled more precisely in the rail saw.

Remove (saw remove) Military saws are tools that have a very large size and are very similar to rail saws. The main use of miter saws is that they can be used for large pieces of chipboard, plywood, MD. F, acrylic sheets, laminate sheets, etc. are also suitable for cutting aluminum or plastic sheets by changing the blade material. Circular saws are produced in two horizontal and vertical models.

Profile saw Profile saw is mostly used in cases such as cutting various profiles or making doors and windows. By using these saws, you can make precise cross cuts on various profiles, and it is also possible to cut different parts to build structures with high sensitivity. Placing a heavy steel base under these devices also makes it possible to install the profile saw on the work table in workshops. Also, another name of this saw is fire saw, which is divided into three categories according to the engine and structure of the device. There are single phase, three phase and forging.