How to choose electric jigsaw?

Electric jigsaw is designed for cutting materials such as plasterboard, plywood, metal sheets and many others. Also, this tool is used to cut holes in a variety of configurations. Often, many citizens have a question about which jigsaw is better suited for effective work.

The electric jaws have the following operating principle:

• With the help of the torque from the engine, vertical movements of the saw are performed. That is, the work of this tool is the same as a manual hacksaw, only with a motorized function.

• The jigsaw blade is driven by a roller, which results in a precision cutting of the material.

Having a simple design and clear control, the electric jigsaw is a widely used tool in various industries.

Currently, produce both household and professional electric jig saws. As a result, before you answer the question of how to choose the right jigsaw, you must first determine the amount of work in which it will be applied. In addition, the effective and durable service of this tool may depend on many other factors. For example, the power factor has a significant impact on the quality of its performance, especially when carrying out large amounts of work. Electric jig saws can have a power of 200-1000 watts. Preference is best given to a more powerful tool, as it will be more functional. In the event that the electric jaws have a lower value, the electric motor may overheat and then fail.

At another stage of choosing such a tool, it would be nice to pay attention to the possibility to adjust the frequency of the working stroke of the blade. Especially important is the presence of this setting when working with different materials.

With a pendulum mechanism, not only vertical but also horizontal processing of materials is provided. In this case, the accuracy and the sawing area increase. However, the use of this mechanism is recommended for the treatment of non-solid material, such as wood, plywood, foam, etc.

A high-quality electric jigsaw must have a dusting mechanism or the possibility of connecting a vacuum cleaner. This function will protect the moving parts of the tool from various types of contamination, which will significantly affect the life of the tool.

Also one of the important factors is the method of fastening the saw blades. Universal holder will allow you to quickly change the part, as well as ensure the use of various cutting tools.

In order for the work to be convenient, it is best to choose an electric jigsaw that is powered from the mains. However, in this case it is necessary to determine a reasonable compromise, taking into account own wishes. A jigsaw that has a battery can allow you to perform a job for a certain period of time without having an electrical outlet, but at the same time the weight of this tool increases.