JIGSAWS

V. Ryan © 2006

Jigsaws are general cutting and shaping tools. They are provided with a selection of
blades suitable for cutting and shaping a range of materials. They are ideal for cutting
thin manmade boards such as plywood and MDF and they are capable of cutting
detailed curves. They can also be used to cut kitchen tops and quite thick material.
Thin material (4mm to 6mm) can be cut quite quickly but great care must be taken
when cutting thicker material (6mm upwards).

Safety and use of jigsaws are outlined below. Remember, before operating any power
tools you must receive training from a suitably qualified instructor.
1. Always plug power tools into a RCB (circuit breaker) as a safety measure against
electrical faults.
2. Wear goggles to protect eyes from dust/chippings and a face/dust mask to prevent
breathing in dangerous dust particles.
3. Always read the manufacturers instructions very carefully and follow them.
4. Always seek instruction / training from an appropriately qualified instructor before
using any tools, especially power tools.
5. Make sure that the mains cable cannot be tripped over or that it causes a hazard in
anyway.
6. G Cramp the material to be cut/shaped to a firm workbench before starting.
7. Fit an extraction bag to the jigsaw. This will collect most of the dust.
8. Use the guard at all times.

Below is a typical jigsaw. The ON/OFF switch is located on the handle as well as the
switch lock. When the switch is pressed the jigsaw starts although holding the switch
in position whilst cutting can be uncomfortable. However, if the switch lock is also
pressed this holds the switch in position which means that finger pressure on the
switch can be released and the jigsaw continues to work.

Two speed adjustments are seen on this model of jigsaw. They alter the speed at
which the blade moves up and down. The speed of the blade is determined by the type
of material being cut. Usually a jigsaw will be proved with a table of speeds relating
to materials.
A selection of blades can be fitted to a
jigsaw. The type of blade depends on
the material. Furthermore, coarse
blades with ‘rugged’ teeth are
normally used to make rough cuts
whilst blades with fine, numerous
teeth are used to cut and shape very
accurately.
For example, cutting an accurate and
smooth curve in MDF will mean that a
fine blade with at least 21 teeth per
inch (TPI) will be fitted.
To fit the blade the guard is moved
back and usually a screwdriver is used
to loosen the blade locking screw. The
blade can then be removed and
replaced. More modern jigsaws have
quick release mechanisms that allow
very quick replacement of blades
DEFINISI JIG DAN FIXTURE

Jig dan fixture adalah piranti pemegang benda kerja produksi yang digunakan dalam
rangka membuat penggandaan komponen secara akurat. Hubungan dan kelurusan
yang benar antara alat potong atau alat bantu lainnya, dan benda kerja mesti dijaga.
Untuk melakukan ini maka dipakailahjig atauf ixt ur e yang didesain untuk
memegang, menyangga dan memposisikan setiap bagian sehingga setiap
pengeboran, pemesinan dilakukan sesuai dengan batas spesifikasi.

Jig didefinisikan sebagai piranti/peralatan khusus yang memegang, menyangga atau

ditempatkan pada komponen yang akan dimesin. Alat ini adalah alat bantu produksi
yang dibuat sehingga ia tidak hanya menempatkan dan memegang benda kerja
tetapi juga mengarahkan alat potong ketika operasi berjalan. Jig biasanya dilengkapi
dengan bushing baja keras untuk mengarahkan mata gurdi/bor (drill) atau perkakas
potong lainnya. Pada dasarnya, jig yang kecil tidak dibaut/dipasang pada meja
kempa gurdi (drill press table). Namun untuk diameter penggurdian diatas 0,25 inchi,
jig biasanya perlu dipasang dengan kencang pada meja.

Fixture adalah peralatan produksi yang menempatkan, memegang dan menyangga

benda kerja secara kuat sehingga pekerjaan pemesinan yang diperlukan bisa
dilakukan. Blok ukur atau feeler gauge digunakan pada fixture untuk
referensi/setelan alat potong ke benda kerja (gambar 1B). Fixture harus dipasang
tetap ke meja mesin dimana benda kerja diletakkan
Perancangan Alat Bantu

Perancangan (desain/design) alat bantu (tools) merupakan: proses mendesain dan

mengembangkan alat bantu, metoda, dan teknik yang dibutuhkan untuk
meningkatkan efisiensi dan produktivitas manufaktur, produksi dengan volume
produksi yang besar dan kecepatan produksi tinggi memerlukan alat bantu yang
khusus.

Desain alat bantu selalu berkembang karena tidak ada satu alat yang mampu

memenuhi seluruh proses manufaktur.

Tujuan digunakannya alat bantu:

1. Menurunkan biaya manufaktur

2. Menjaga kualitas

3. Meningkatkan produksi
Syarat desain alat bantu yang baik:
1. Sederhana, mudah dioperasikan
2. Menurunkan biaya manufaktur
3. Menghasilkan part berkualitas tinggi secara konsisten
4. Menaikkan laju produksi dengan alat/mesin yang ada

5.Foolproof, mencegah penggunaan/pemasangan yang salah

6. Menggunakan material alat bantu yang menjamin umur

7. pemakaian yang cukup
8. Menjamin keamanan kerja operator
The BuildPro aluminum welding table by Strong Hand Tools is one of the most
adaptable welding and fixturing tables on the market today. The modular design
allows the precision ground and CNC machined top plates to be reconfigured to
extend the width of the table for larger projects. The table is also easy to set-up
and tear down, saving valuable work space. Aluminum material is perfect for
stainless steel work, as it will not contaminate or corrode stainless steel. The
BuildPro will help you decrease fixture set-up time, and increase work efficiency.
Tolerances

 1-3/4 inch spacing between plates

 Table flatness of .004 per foot
 Hole diameter: .625 +/- .002
 Hole spacing: 2.000 +/- .0015
 Plate thickness: .625

Capacity: 2600 lbs

•Size: 47 x 38 inches
•Flatness: +/- .004 inches per foot
•Finish: Aluminum
•Hole diameter: .625 inch
•Hole spacing: 2.000 inches
•Plate thickness: .625 inch
•Weight (pounds): 265