Does this only read from left to right, or will it work on a left tilting table saw blade
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It can be used in either direction. Set it at zero on table top, attach to blade and change the blade to the angle DIFFERENCE that you want. Realize that when you go from the table to the blade you will see that angle difference. It will be easy once you try it and see what is going on. Can be used also on any non-magnetic surface just by holding it in place. I use it to set the angle between the drill in the drill press & its table. Put a large diameter drill (or a rod of steel) into the chuck. The magnet will hold the device to the rod. Set it to zero. Transfer the device to the table and adjust the table angle you desire. I really love mine & find MANY uses for it. It can be used in either direction. Set it at zero on table top, attach to blade and change the blade to the angle DIFFERENCE that you want. Realize that when you go from the table to the blade you will see that angle difference. It will be easy once you try it and see what is going on. Can be used also on any non-magnetic surface just by holding it in place. I use it to set the angle between the drill in the drill press & its table. Put a large diameter drill (or a rod of steel) into the chuck. The magnet will hold the device to the rod. Set it to zero. Transfer the device to the table and... » Read More It can be used in either direction. Set it at zero on table top, attach to blade and change the blade to the angle DIFFERENCE that you want. Realize that when you go from the table to the blade you will see that angle difference. It will be easy once you try it and see what is going on. Can be used also on any non-magnetic surface just by holding it in place. I use it to set the angle between the drill in the drill press & its table. Put a large diameter drill (or a rod of steel) into the chuck. The magnet will hold the device to the rod. Set it to zero. Transfer the device to the table and adjust the table angle you desire. I really love mine & find MANY uses for it. « Show Less
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Short answer, it'll still work. It measures the difference between whatever surface you used as a reference and the surface you are measuring. So if you use the table saw deck as a reference surface, then stick the gauge to the blade, it doesn't matter which direction you tilt the blade it will still measure the angle of change from the deck reference. Hope this helps.
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The DW715 is a single bevel saw, meaning it only tilts one way (ie. if you look at the saw from the front the blade can tilt to about 2:00 or so (I'm being sort of vague because I am not a wood worker, just a guy who works on his own house). The DW716 tilts both ways, ie to the left, about 10:00 and the right about 2:00. I hope this clarifies. If not, hopefully a pro can step in and word it better!
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It is double bevel cut. So it should work that way. I'm left handed too. Bread knives and boning knives are where you have to worry most. The blade states it is solid VG10 steel which is stainless steel and is supposed to be very good. My only complaint with the knife is that it tends to stick when cutting thru stuff due to the thickness of the blade. It's very comfortable in your hand though.
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I'm not sure, you'll have to check the spec's for both. I got mine several years ago on sale for about $110.00.It works very well, except if your saw table is NOT a CABINET WORKERS saw, there is very little room between the front edge of the table and the blade. Meaning its only good for small pieces of wood between the front table edge and the blade, because the miter gauge will tilt down when its over the front table edge.
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yes it works great either left or right. I'm left handed, my wife is right and we both use this easily.
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I actually use the saw using both my left and right hand depending where the cut is being made. It is easiest to use right handed where you can see the cut line better or use the blade guide, plus the saw is supported better on right handed thin cuts.
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I'm not left handed, but I doubt the safety instructions would sanction the operator standing on the blade side versus the motor side of the device. If you are comfortable reaching across your body, the power switch is accessible from both the left and right.
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I think Mr. Hernandez meant the black clamp lever in the back of the saw. I found the answer we needed before he posted by reading all of the comments from other users. The trick was that you to turn the clamp lever in the reverse direction (counter-clockwise) than normal. I kept telling my husband to try counter-clockwise but he insisted that one ALWAYS tightens clamps or screws clockwise. Not this time. By the way, he loves the saw. Good luck.
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I am left handed and it works quite well, even though the saw dust discharge is towards me. It is a right handed saw. Being a heavy duty saw and not yet being able to find any real "left handed tools" I've always over looked that in a power tool.
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I wish i could help you but the outfeed worked on my saw just fine. I ended up building an outfeed table for it since this being a bolt on addition as opposed to part of the saw was just not as sturdy as it should have been.
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I haven't used my switch for a table saw but I too have an old Craftsman table saw. And have for years I've used a similar ON/OFF switch mounted just under the front of the table. So I think this should work as well.
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Its right handed.....blade is on the right. I'm also right handed and it works perfect.
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With the Dewalt circular saw, I will say that being left-handed myself, I have grown accustomed to using right-handed saws. The only problem that I have with them is that the exhaust from them tends to blow right in my face. As long as I wear eye protection, it's not too much of an issue. In fact, using a left handed saw now seems odd to me. Also, I have not seen a saw of this quality in a left-handed version, without paying quite a bit of money. It's been my experience in over 40+ years of woodworking, that the best thing to do is to get used to working with the right handed saws.
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As far as I am aware, there is no angle/corner, be it inside or outside that this tool will not read. Pay attention to the exact reading/degrees, set your miter saw accordingly, make your cuts and get perfect joints first time, always. This is a really useful tool.
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I am a left handed person to. It is a little difficult especially if you are at the edge of something. This is not a piece for doing any heavy work at all it heats up very quickly. It may be good for balsa wood, but did not do the job for plywood. The Ryobi tool worked great. I bought it after I had purchased and sent back the Dremel.
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Good question. My Mikita 10" table saw has been experiencing slight misalignment. Also, the fence measurement is off about 1/4" inch. Answer: I haven't the foggiest idea.
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The switch is in the middle of the handle, but if you pick it up with the left hand you rotate the frame clockwise as far as possible, and using either an overhand or underhand grip you can use it. If you flip it over the light will blind you. I have used it with my left hand successfully, even though I am right-handed. It's a great little tool and the price is right I still have not changed the battery and it is over a year old. It will work for you--buy it!