Compound Miter Saw

Photo of a dewalt compound miter saw

The compound miter saw is used for making accurate cross-cuts on wood and soft plastic. In Maker Lab we have a Craftsman 7-1/4" Sliding Compound Miter Saw and a DeWalt 12" Compound Miter Saw

Quick Reference

Training Required: Basic Training and Compound Miter Saw Training

Craftsman Miter Saw Workspace: Cutting cross section dimensions- Crosscut: 2 x 8 inches; Miter 45 degrees: 2 x 6 inches; Bevel 45 degrees: 1-1/2 x 8 inches; Miter 45 degrees and Bevel 45 degrees: 1-1/2 x 6 inches

Craftsman Miter Saw Materials: Wood and soft plastics

DeWalt Miter Saw Workspace: Cutting cross section dimensions- Crosscut: 3.6 x 7.9 inches; Miter 45 degrees: 3.6 x 5.5 inches; Bevel 45 degrees Left: 1.6 x 2.3 inches; Bevel 45 degrees Right: 1.6 x 7.9 inches

DeWalt Miter Saw Materials: Wood, soft plastics, and non-ferrous metals (e.g. aluminum)

Material Fees: We have limited material available in the scrap bin. You can bring your own materials.

Common Terminology: Straight cut- a cut where the saw and saw blade make 90 degree angles with the workpiece and table. Miter cut- a cut where the saw is rotated to an angle other than perpendicular to the work piece. Bevel cut- a cut when the saw blade is tilted at an angle other than perpendicular to the table. Compound cut- a cut that is both miter and beveled at the same time.