A table saw is an irreplaceable tool in just about any serious woodworker or carpenter's workshop. Therefore, it is especially important that you take proper care of your table saw to ensure that it can be an effective tool for a long period of time. A properly maintained table saw should last you for years to come.
So, before your saw breaks down or has issues requiring costly repairs, you can take a few simple preventative measures to help protect your investment. Here are three easy steps you can take to properly care for your table saw.
Table Saw Tools
Oiling
Every table saw owner should regularly apply oil to the saw blade. A properly oiled saw blade will allow your saw to perform at an optimal level. Many table saw manufacturers like DeWalt, Bosch, JET, and Makita, offer their own branded lines of blade oil. These are good if you are particular about your tool brands, but generally speaking, any brand of blade oil will sufficiently get the job done.
Sharpening
Regularly sharpening your saw blade will keep it cutting quickly and efficiently. In most cases, sharpening a blade will be cheaper than purchasing a brand new blade. Many tool stores and service centers offer blade sharpening services at affordable prices. When your saw blade is consistently sharp, cutting wood is much easier to do.
Powdering
Powdering your table saw is another essential maintenance step to take. If you do not powder your saw on a regular basis, you will tend to get a lot of kickbacks and your saw blade will slow down. This will definitely have a negative effect on the quality of your work and the precision of your cuts. Powder your table saw every month to keep your saw running smoothly and efficiently.
Table saws are expensive tools and will be quite costly to replace or repair. That is why it makes sense to spend a little extra time and money on maintenance to prevent your saw from breaking down. Following the previously mentioned steps will help to protect your investment and keep your table saw running smoothly well into the future.