Different types of saws and clamps Flashcards
1
Q
What is a European rough-cut and general purpose hand saw used for?
A
A european rough-cut saw or general purpose hand saw is used for long, straight or mitre cuts.
2
Q
What is a coping saw used for?
A
A Coping saw is used for curved shapes.
3
Q
What is a Japanese backsaw and Gent’s saw used for?
A
A Japanese backsaw or Gent’s saw may be used for fine joinery.
4
Q
Why do you use clamps?
A
To prevent misaligned joinery, boards shifting as you work with them and to prevent damage from dropping or bumping your work.
5
Q
What is a vice?
A
A vice is a type of clamp, which helps to steady your work.
6
Q
What are the different types of clamps?
A
- Pipe clamp
- G clamp
- Bar or F clamp
- Handscrew
- Quick action clamp
