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What is the orbital setting on a jigsaw meant for?
If the jigsaw has an orbital setting, it makes the blade follow a circular movement which enables you to saw faster in a straight line. More orbital action gives faster sawing. The less orbital action you use, the more accurate your cut.Read more -
How to use variable speed on a jigsaw
A speed dial wheel – if your jigsaw has one – lets you adjust the sawing speed for different materials. Generally, a slower speed is recommended for harder materials such as hard wood, fiberglass, aluminium and steel. A higher sawing speed can be used with softer materials such as pine, composites, plywood and fiberboard. Variable speed also lets you start cutting slowly and precisely at first, before moving up to full speed when the saw is on the right track.Read more -
Which jigsaw blade to use for which material?
Different blades are available for different types of material – for example metal, wood, plastic and ceramic tiles. Special blades are also available for sawing curves.Read more -
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How to get an optimal sawing performance with a jigsaw
Let the saw do the work for you. Applying too much forward pressure will reduce the speed of the blade, resulting in a lower working speed.Read more