The desktop jigsaw is a tool with which you can fix the workpiece in order to cut out different patterns and shapes on it, turning extraordinary drawings into reality. This equipment can also be used for cutting materials by type of metal or wood. It is necessary to choose such a unit, taking into account several parameters, because such devices are household and professional.
However, the main differences are the power and the possibility of continuous operation. The main parameter is power, the quality and speed of cutting depends on it. With the increase in power, the operator has the opportunity to perform complex work. When choosing a stationary jigsaw, you should also pay attention to the possibility of adjusting the frequency. In different devices, this option is set differently.
For example, in some types of equipment, you can adjust the speed during sawing, while in others, you can set the speed only before starting work. You must also consider whether saw blades of differentbrands, or equipment can only be used with components from the same manufacturer.
Stationary jigsaw features overview
Stationary jigsaw has a number of advantages. For example, with a single narrow file, you can cut with the top stroke, create straight, transverse and oblique, as well as inclined and longitudinal lines. The workpiece can be fixed with a special fixture, this prevents the material from shifting during operation.
Large workpieces can be processed using the worktop. Additional features are:
- comfort and safety while working;
- high line accuracy;
- machining small parts;
- sawing 50mm workpieces.
Stationary jigsaw is a machine for creating blanks. When choosing it, you must also pay attention to the manufacturer. Jet is one of the most popular. Some craftsmen even make stationary jigsaws on their own, and for this you do not need to prepare too many details. Usually masters use:
- electric manual jigsaw;
- screws;
- plywood sheet.
Overview of some models of stationary jigsaws: Dremel Moto Saw
This stationary Dremel jigsaw will cost the consumer 7300 rubles. It is an equipment for cutting out parts from plastic and wooden blanks. Viait can cut 18mm sheet. The operator will be able to work in stationary and manual modes. The outsole has a graduated surface for precise operation.
Equipment is lightweight and can be transported to the job site. The Dremel Moto Saw Stationary Jigsaw is quick to set up with a handy lever that can be used to change attachments. Ease of use lies in the fact that the controls are located on the handle, which is why the operator gains the ability to control the tool quite simply.
Reviews about the model
According to buyers, the above-described jigsaw works with a fairly low noise emission, the power of which varies from 77.5 to 88.5 dB. Customers like the long service life, in which the equipment does not require repair. It is only 40 cm long, which customers say allows it to be placed almost anywhere in the workshop or garage.
Features of the electric jigsaw "Encor Corvette-87"
This equipment costs 5300 rubles. and is used for domestic use. The tool is convenient for solving problems at home or in the country, where the user can make furniture. The stability of the equipment is ensured by the legs, and the increased reach of the frame allows for internal cuts.
This jigsawelectric stationary has an adjustable table, so with the help of the equipment you can perform the most complex cuts. The Encore Corvette is safe, as the chip overhang is reduced due to the presence of the chip catcher cover.
The view will not be reduced due to the transparent screen. The working area is quite large, it allows you to process complex workpieces. Such stationary wood jigsaws have asynchronous motors, the saw blade can be easily replaced, and the work table can be set in an inclined position. As for the saw blade, it can be fixed at will.
Specifications of JET JSS-16E machine
This stationary jigsaw, the price of which is 12,300 rubles, is used to work with blanks from:
- chipboard;
- Fibreboard;
- plywood;
- wood;
- plastic.
The design allows you to work with a huge range of equipment, the consumer will be able to use a pin-mounted file. The maximum workpiece thickness is 50 mm and the number of strokes at idle is 1600 per minute. The power of the tool is 120W.
The dimensions of the machine are 615 x 270 x 385 mm. You can tilt the table at an angle of 45 °. The supply voltage is 220 V. When buying consumables, it must be borne in mind that the length of the file should be 127 mm. The equipment weighs 13.5 kg, so you will need a fairly reliable table to install it.
Reviews of the PRORAB electric desktop jigsaw4000
The above stationary jigsaw will cost the consumer 6900 rubles. It is used for working with plastic, wood, and is also suitable for processing metal products. To prevent the saw from overheating during friction, the design provides for a cooling system that cleans the work area from debris.
The machine is very stable due to the wide support base. According to buyers, the equipment is suitable for operation in small industries. This device is completely safe, because it has a protective screen, and also shows accuracy in work thanks to the swivel base and the protractor on the scale.
Customers love that this device can cut at a certain angle. Replacing the files is quite simple, for this there is no need to use additional equipment. The design, according to buyers, is very reliable and easy to operate, in addition, it does not require special maintenance.
Making a stationary jigsaw from an attachment to a drill
A stationary jigsaw from an attachment to a drill can be made by you. The base for it should be made of 3 mm sheet steel. A bracket is cut out of it, made in the shape of the letter P. With the help of a clamp, it should be strengthened to the drill. Use 2mm sheet steel for fasteners.
Spring strips are fixed to the ends of the bracket, the thickness of which should be 0.8 mm. At the ends shouldbe file clips. They are cut from 1.5 mm steel sheet. The file is set in motion by a crank, which should be bent from a steel bar. The diameter of the latter should be 8 mm.
The connecting rod is made of 2mm steel. If you manage to make such a stationary jigsaw with your own hands, then it makes no sense to hold it in your hands while working, since it will have an impressive weight. It is recommended to clamp the drill in a vise, while the material being processed will be on a small plywood table.
Making a desktop jigsaw from a hand tool
Another way to make a stationary jigsaw is to use a hand tool as the basis. It should be fixed to a sheet of plywood, for this, at the first stage, a slot for sawing is formed. Holes must be made in the plywood and the base of the apparatus for the installation of screws.
The design is fixed with clamps to the edge of the table. The blade will be used from a manual jigsaw, but it does not allow you to cut curves and winding lines. The tool, of course, will be able to cope with such work, but beauty and accuracy in this case are not guaranteed, because the file is not as thin as that of a stationary device. Therefore, the design is recommended to be finalized. For this, a thin file, which is applied by a rocker arm, is fixed. One side has a tightening spring, while the other side has a blade.
Second production method
There is another manufacturing method, it involves the installation of a thin file between two rocker arms. Forwork needed:
- screws;
- table;
- piece of leather;
- hand jigsaw.
The screws and plates must be removed from the tool. Lines are marked on the table where the holes for fasteners will be located. A piece of leather is laid at the bottom of the tabletop, it will help reduce vibration, then the apparatus is installed. The jigsaw can be fixed with screws of equal size.
Conclusion
If you need to make neat, smooth and fast sawing from time to time, then you can purchase a jigsaw. With its help, the work will be completed in the shortest possible time, while the hands will not get tired, and there will also be no need to hide the equipment after each sawing.
