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Should I use a circular saw or table saw to cut 5/16, 3 inch hardwood in half?

I have measured my room out and it seems that I will need to split some boards. I know a table saw would do the job, but could a circular saw do the same thing. If so, what would I need to accomplish this?

By: optimus_124



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7 Responses to “Should I use a circular saw or table saw to cut 5/16, 3 inch hardwood in half?”

  1. Rod B Says:

    Yeah, you can use a circular saw to rip lumber of that size. To get an accurate, straight rip you will need a “rip fence”. One came with your saw when you purchased it, but can be easily replaced if lost.
    A table saw will be easier and more accurate.

  2. dsgrieve Says:

    If you’re ripping the board (cutting with the grain), then use the table saw. If you are cross cutting (cutting across the grain), then use the circular saw.

    For a rip cut, you really need the fence, especially with 3″ width - too narrow for the sole plate of the circular saw, you’ll not get a square cut.

  3. tony_le12 Says:

    You can use either one. I would use table saw.

  4. brthrRay Says:

    For me a table saw would be ideal, but that is my job. A circular saw would work with a saw guide, just be careful to watch for binding. If the edges are not going to be seen I would use a jig saw, to me the jig/saber saw would be the easiest/safest way. But that is just my opinion.

  5. Jeffrey S Says:

    Table saw will give you a straighter cut.

  6. pugpaws2 Says:

    I assume that you have both types of saws available to you? In any case I think that a power miter saw would be the best tool for the job.

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