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Maker Lab

Trim Saw

Trim Saw

Power Tools Image 6 Trim Saw

The Trim Saw is a type of Circular Saw. Trim saws and circular saws are used for making straight, relatively accurate cuts. In the Maker Lab we have DeWalt Circular Saws. Note: Photo is of our previous Craftsman trim saw, but the DeWalt circular saw is similar.


Quick Reference

Training Required: Basic Training and Power Tool Training

Materials: Wood

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

Common Terminology: Cross Cutting - Cross cutting is cutting across or perpendicular to the grain of the wood. Rip Cutting - Rip cutting is cutting along or parallel to the grain of the wood.


PDF Links

DeWalt Circular Saw Manual


Video Links

Maker Lab Trim Saw Safety Video

DeWalt YouTube Channel

Contact Us

Santa Clara University
School of Engineering
500 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95053

Sobrato Discovery, Bldg. 402