Metalwork and Jewelry :Saws, Files and Sanding

What is the principal difference between saw frames?

• easier to control

• looks nice

• distance from the blade to the back frame

• one is smaller than the other

While cutting a metal piece, what must you do to the blade to ensure it creates a nice smooth cut?

• Put it on backwards

• add burwax to the blade, then cut

• cut the metal

• Set up the blade, cut the metal at a 45 degree angle

How do you cut metal pieces with a saw?

• with the saw at a 45 degree angle

• Horizontal, parallel to the piece

• Vertical and perpendicular to the piece

• backwards with your eyes closed

Teeth of the sawblade are angled outwaard alternately in a pattern is called a...

• finish

• type

• set

• frame

The length of handfiles

• Can be described by the length of the working area

• are useful

• determined by how big your hand is

• looks rough on one side and rough on the other

Handles of files

• Files provide leverage and protect your hand

• can be comfortable if made out of rubber

• are different shapes

• are blue

How do you put blades on a coping saw frame?

When filing you should...

When cutting out a hole or design in a piece you need to...

When using a belt sander to sand your metal pieces, what do you need to do often to the metal while sanding?