Cutting Angles: How To Cut 60-Degree Angle On A Table Saw

Although many people might question the importance of angles for cutting, it matters. For the woodworking process, the proper angle plays an essential role, and to be able to cut it on a table saw, you need to understand bevel cuts and cutting tips, which you then utilize to shift the angle and confirm how to cut 60-degree angle on a table saw.

To understand more about a bevel cut and how vital specific angles for woodworking are, you need to dig into some depths. But don’t worry! We have gathered the knowledge you need here in this article.  Moreover, other important aspects of cutting wood at this angle, such as which table saw you should use to cut the wood, will also be covered.

Of course, if you want more in-depth knowledge, we cover a lot of content in our other blogs – for example, the height would also matter a lot when setting up a table saw to cut 60-degree angle on table saw, and for that, we’ve got a guide on the height of table saws for you!

Let’s begin!

Step 1: Setting Up The Angle.

This step includes setting the angle at 60 degrees using a table saw. If you require an angle greater than 45 degrees, the best approach is as follows:

Subtract 45 from whatever angle you set up to cut the wood. For instance, if you have to set up the angle of a 60-degree bevel, subtract 45 from 60, and you will get the 15-degree angle and set up the angle at 15 degrees in the bevel cutter.

Step 2: Proper placement of the wood at a 60-Degree Bevel Angle.

The foremost step is placing the wood on the table at a 60-degree bevel angle. By doing so, you can shape the wood perfectly.

The process starts with choosing the correct shape of the timber. The next step involves sorting the Saws into circular and table saw bodies. Both these saws work in their specific directions and in a particular manner.

Another essential aspect would be making sure the blade perfectly aligns as per your requirements and needs. For more information in that regard, we recommend checking out “How to align a table saw blade?”

Step 3: Raise the blades.

Now that you have placed the wood correctly and at the required angle, you must raise the blades to cut the wood and get them leveled at the needed angle. The knobs attached to the table saw can easily adjust the blades, and you can fix them in place for maximum stability. 

Of course, there is more to stability in adjusting the table saw perfectly, but that is another in-depth discussion. If you want to learn more in that regard, feel free to visit the topic of adjusting a table saw. 

Step 4: Cutting the 60-degree Angle.

You all must have heard the phrase, “Slow and steady wins the race.”

This works well with cutting angles in the wood with the help of a table saw, too. While you have everything sorted, begin cutting at an angle of 60 degrees’ bevel with a slower pace to cut evenly.

All you need is to get a mark of your ideal angle, and then, using the right strategy, you can cut through the wood without excessive pressure.

Tips for Accuracy

Now that you know how to cut 60-degree angle on a table saw, the following are some tips for accuracy while using a table saw:

1. Begin with cutting outside of the line to have the correct dimensions of the wood.
2. Using a sharp blade specific to the wood you are cutting works best.
3. Know that wet wood or treated lumber needs to have a separate blade.
4. The miter fence of the table saw helps create perfect square cuts parallel to the blade. Check out the guide to building a miter saw table to help you out.
5. Ensure the edge length is not shorter than the distance between the fence and the blade.

We might have outlined only one major method, but that’s not to say that there aren’t other methods of cutting angles (multiple angles) on a table saw. You can learn more with practical examples and videos, too!

FAQs

What is a bevel cut?

Generally, when wood undergoes a cutting process, it is cut at an angle of 90 degrees perpendicularly. But sometimes, a perpendicular cut is different from what you need. Instead, angled cuts are required. Such angled cuts are known as bevel cuts.

Moreover, it is usually wood with sharp edges that require such finishing cuts. Bevel cuts play a vital role in adding the finishing touch to the wood, especially ones used for making furniture or interiors.

These bevel cuts are classified into various types. Among them, we have listed a few for you:

1. A bevel cut
2. V bevel cut
3. X bevel cut
4. K bevel cut
5. Top & Bottom Y cut.

All these are best used for finishing and help provide additional support for welding and increasing the surface area of the edges. If you’re interested in learning more about bevel and bevel cuts, you can do a little bit more research as well because more information can only help you through your woodworking journey.

How can you an angle other than a 60-dree angle with bevel cuts?

There are quite a number of different angles you might want to try out with your table saw. while this guide only covers the 60-degree angle, we can also help you in cutting a 45-degree angle on a table saw, but it all depends on your projects and the specifications you need to follow. 

Which Saw Should you Use to Cut a 60-degree Angle?

Many types of saws, including jigsaw, circular saw, table saw, and many others, can be used for cutting wood vertically. Among them, the best is the driven table saw, which would be the kindest you can opt for when cutting wood at a 60-degree angle.

What are some tips for safety?

• Make sure you wear eye and ear protection while using a table saw since it is one of the more dangerous power tools in a workshop.
• Make sure you stand on the other side of the blade to avoid direct contact with excessive wood while the saw is running to prevent injury or kickback.
• It’s best to wear gloves and remove any obstacle that might entangle the table saw while using it.
• Make sure that the blade is only 1/4th inch from the height of the wood to be cut.
• It is advisable to lower the saw below the tabletop.

Now that you have a vague idea of how to start protecting yourself when you work on your DIY projects, remember always to take care to use these all since, in the end, safety is what matters most.

The Bottom Line:

If you work with wood, you must know how to cut it with a table saw, and here is a short guide on how to cut 60-degree angle on a table saw specifically. Follow the process and make your life easier!

For more table saw knowledge, learn about “How much should a table saw weigh?”