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Author Topic: what tool for cutting diagnal?  (Read 1468 times)

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what tool for cutting diagnal?
« on: June 12, 2005, 01:07:08 am »
i need to know a proper tool for cutting diagnal edge clean and smooth
like this http://us.f3.yahoofs.com/users/41b556e7zc1e5483b/5cbb/__sr_/1e99.jpg?ph6a8qCBtJFjWCfy
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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #1 on: June 12, 2005, 01:18:54 am »
A table saw will do this if it's a model with a tilting blade.

This is called a bevel cut.

Depending on the angle you want, you can also get a router bit, called a chamfer bit, at the correct angle and use that.

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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #2 on: June 12, 2005, 01:19:31 am »
It depends on the piece of wood you want to cut. If it is only 4" or so you can use a "chop saw" or Mitre Saw like this


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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #3 on: June 12, 2005, 01:21:51 am »
Or for pieces larger or wider than 4" You should use a table saw like tivogre suggested

they look like this.  They range from $119 to $3000. And you get what you pay for.  the $300-500 range should suit you fine for quality, accurate cuts.  If you're not going to be building much more than your arcade cabinet, this option might be a bit much.

With patience and planning a circular saw can give you "good enough" results and save you alotta $ and space.
« Last Edit: June 12, 2005, 01:27:19 am by timoe »

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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #4 on: June 12, 2005, 01:24:27 am »
ooh!  ooh!

If we're doing pictures, here's a chamfer bit:



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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #5 on: June 12, 2005, 01:24:34 am »
If you're buying saws you NEED on of these..,

A circular saw.

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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #6 on: June 12, 2005, 01:25:39 am »
Or for pieces larger or wider than 4" You should use a table saw like tivogre suggested

they look like this
that thing look expensive..how much is it?

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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #7 on: June 12, 2005, 01:29:13 am »
see the above post (edited) for table saw price.  You can get a decent circular saw for $80 (including blade)

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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #8 on: June 12, 2005, 01:30:39 am »
I would strongly recommend this thread (if you haven't read much of it already)

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,19049.0.html

there is MUCH to read there but take your time and you will learn VOLUMES!!!

I still go back to this thread from time to time when I realize something else i dont already know about

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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #9 on: June 12, 2005, 01:32:27 am »
does the $80 circular saw have the bevel cutting? and what tool use this bit?

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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #10 on: June 12, 2005, 01:35:02 am »
its a router that uses that bit ^

You "should" use a router to make the slot cut for your t-molding.

If an arcade is the only thing you'll be using all these tools for though, I would really suggest finding a friend with the tools who might like to help you out.

I cant stress enough the FAQ thread, I'm addicted to it  ;D

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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #11 on: June 12, 2005, 01:36:18 am »
Most circular saws ($80) have adjustable blades for both depth and angle (for bevel cuts)

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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #12 on: June 12, 2005, 01:54:58 am »
WTF is "diagnal"?

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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #13 on: June 12, 2005, 01:56:51 am »
You mean I'm thew only one who uses his teeth?  ???


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Re: what tool for cutting diagnal?
« Reply #14 on: June 12, 2005, 11:14:15 am »
Nope. I use a crack team of specially trained beavers.