Things to Consider before buying a Circular Saw

Circular saws have many uses for a person who is in the carpentry jobs. But before buying one according to your needs, you must know some tips. A quality circular saw needs to have sufficient raw power which can not only slice through the soft and wet lumber but can cut the hardest wood without much effort. A slow motor will heat the blade quickly which in turn will become dull in while cutting.

You can consider few of the following points before you buy a circular saw:

1. Mechanical Style: There are two types of circular saws available in the market: worm-drive and sidewinders. Compared to sidewinders, Worm drive saws are short and their handle is fixed at the back of the blade. It is good for right handlers as the blade is fixed on the left that makes it easier for the user to see it. These saws are heavier as its motor needs gear system to turn the motor into action. These saws are mostly used at construction sites as they can perform heavy-duty work. But sidewinders are more popular as their handle is fixed on the right side of the D-shaped blade. Left-handed saws are also available for people who cannot work with blade on the right hand. Since it is light in weight, they are more popular for domestic use. These saws are also cheaper compared to its counter parts worm-drive saws. Whatever the model, circular saw price in Kenya varies according to type and utility.

2. Cordless and Corded: Just like other power tools, circular saws also come in two varieties: cordless models and plug-in- models. Cordless models are becoming increasingly popular due to the portability they provide to the user. Previously people preferred plug-in models as they provided better heavy-duty cutting but the latest models which are battery operated also can perform almost in the same manner. Though, many people still prefer only corded models, especially for DIY use, cordless saws offer more flexibility to the workers as they can work in those places where plugs are not available. Since many manufacturers are offering tools that can run with using the same batteries, buying a cordless saw can prove affordable option for you.