Record Power SS16V Scroll Saw 16-inch

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There are some things that let this product down though. For a start, there is no clamp to hold the wood down while you work and I thought this was an odd design choice from Proxxon. As already mentioned the blades that come with the saw aren’t really up to much and will blunt quite easily too. I know these are small things, but for a tool that costs twice as much as the record power SS16V model, I expected more. This scroll saw boasts a solid construction with a die-cast aluminium table and an extremely lightweight magnesium saw arm. It has arguably the largest working table on the market currently and it also has a wider angle adjustment in comparison to other scroll saws. The scroll saw can cut several kinds of materials and even its cutting depth is far more superior when compared to other models. It also has an easy blade change system and the featured dust blowing function ensures a clean work surface.

With its variable speed control, you can use it for various types of materials. There is an adjustable safety guard, which offers maximum protection during operations. You can keep your working area dust-free at all times, thanks to the flexible dust blower that accompanies this product. Our final review of this article is another possibility if you don’t want to spend too much on your scroll saw and comes to us courtesy of FERM. Start Cutting Your Material: Your type of design will determine whether you are going to use a single pass or different blade angles. If you are cutting straight lines and corners alone, you can use a single pass, while cutting circular shapes and curves require more time and careful manoeuvres. Size: The size of the machine you want to buy matters. For example, short products with dual-link parallel arms operate with less noise as well as reduced vibration on the blade. Either way, a scroll saw offers you great fun. You can get lost for hours trying to achieve that perfect shape. Just like any other power tool, make sure you operate it safely. Because, no matter what, safety always comes first!Also, you can use pinned or plain end blades for this machine, and you can easily access the clamps so as to change the blades without much stress. A blower is in place, keeping your cutting line clean during operations. You will like its cast iron base which guarantees stability as well as reduced vibration. The table angle adjustment may be ratcheted or infinitely adjustable, and it doesn’t require removing or reinstalling the blade. However, this relatively advanced scroll saw cutting requires practice to achieve effective three-dimensional results. Dust Extraction and LED Lighting Having the ability to control the speed of the blade is very important when putting the finer points on a piece of woodwork so this is a feature to look out for. Not all model’s variable speed systems work the same though and some are really not that precise and therefore not that useful. What’s more, this machine is compactly designed so that you will not have problems with its storage. It will not consume too much space, making it a space-saving product. Its lightweight design is a plus, and that is why you can manipulate it without much stress.

After reviewing a great number of different scroll saws, we can easily say that most of the models are suitable for crafting intricate things. Yet, a challenge is possible if one needs to carve in wood or metal fixed firm to some surface. For this purpose, using a scroll saw with a base wouldn't be appropriate. What you could do, though, is to get this Dremel MS20-1/5 scroll saw and benefit of handheld and stationary cutting capabilities. Further down the list of features comes the saw table. It is adjustable to an angle of up to 45° angle, which makes it suitable for bevel cutting. Contributing to the convenience of use is a transparent plastic protector and a powerful, flexible dust blower that will prevent the sawdust from getting in your face and help keep your work surface and cutting line clean. Overall build quality of the Record Power SS16V is very good, especially when you consider the more than reasonable price that it is currently going for and the extra-long warranty that the makers are offering. Speed: The majority of products in the market now come with variable speed motors. Hence, they can be used on a wide range of materials and for various purposes. Slow speed is perfect for softwood, plastic and paper. On the other hand, high speed is perfect for hardwood as well as other hard materials. Working table– You also need to consider the size of your work table. Does it provide enough room to work on a piece comfortably? This is important because you need to be able to spin the workpiece freely and have it completely supported whilst you are cutting. In addition to the size, you should make certain that the material and surface of your work table is extremely smooth so as not to create resistance when trying to work and move a workpiece. Still, the table should be sufficiently solid to hold the material you are cutting. Try to avoid a wooden table and go for steel or aluminium.I would highly recommend this saw to anyone who scrolls as a hobby, it offers good value for money. If you need one for heavy-duty work – take a look at the next product. The first thing you notice with this scroll saw, is that it is very lightweight and compact, weighing only 4 kilograms and having dimensions of 47.5 x 37.5 x 13 cm when inserted into the cutting table. This makes moving it from workspace to workspace much less of a hassle than with a larger unit that weighs closer to 20kg. VonHaus’s contribution to our shortlist is a reassuringly solid piece of equipment, finished in a vivid shade of sunburst orange. The large 12V LED light above this saw distinguishes it from the others on our list.

Those who are looking for a quality scroll saw that is durable, functional but not overpriced may be interested in purchasing the Clarke CSS16VB. This model combines all the listed qualities while also being very easy to use. Can cut a wide variety of materials such as wood, plastic, rubber, leather and non-ferrous materials. Using speeds 5 and 6, you can actually get a nice smooth cutting action and it is not difficult to make nice curved shapes and sharp angles with a little practice. Safety guards help keep fingers and thumbs safe, usually comprising a Perspex housing on all sides of the blade. Foot PedalThen again if portability isn’t a factor, which t often isn’t with this kind of tool, then more weight means more stability, and the cast iron does a great job at reducing vibrations, giving a much neater and smoother cut than what you get with most lightweight models.