Band Saw/Jig Saw

A cut made that is generally perpendicular to the grain lines of the board (across the grain) is called what type of cut?

• rip cut

• miter cut

• cross cut

• plunge cut

A cut made that is generally parallel to the grain lines of the board (long direction) is called what type of cut?

• rip cut

• mitre cut

• cross cut

• plunge cut

How should your hands be positioned when cutting on the band saw for best accuracy and safety reasons?

• both hands within the red table insert circle

• one hand on the table (not in line with blade) and back hand as far away as possible for contro

• both hands as far away as possible for control

• there is no control method since the bandsaw is a self feeding saw

What accessory tool(s) could you use to make an accurate long straight cut on the band saw?

• Miter guage

• Pencil and ruler

• Blade guard

• Fence

What needs to be in place and set when using a band saw? (check all that apply)

• wheel covers

• blade guard set to appropriate height

• table locked at correct angle

• blade is between the guide blocks

• relief cuts planned out for tight radius curves

What is the appropriate height for the upper blade guide and guard to be above the workpiece?

• 1/8 - 1/4"

• 1/4 - 1/2"

• 1 - 2"

• it doesn't matter

What is the purpose of the jig saw? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

• demolition during remodeling

• cutting freehand curves and lines

• cutting out interior sections

• cutting only straight lines