The jigsaw on the device is very simple. When buying a tool, we often save on unfamiliar functions. They add a significant percentage to the price, increasing the cost by 1.5-3 times. But are they all worthless? Or some are needed only for certain works, and in everyday life will be useless? In the article, we will consider some functions that cannot be economized.

Slider adjustment knob

The thin canvases used in the devices are designed not so much for a rectilinear move as for a figured one and easily change the direction of movement. Using a tool for sawing different materials, the use of a guide rail will be necessary. It is needed especially for an electric tool - with a high speed of movement of the file and inexperience of the operator, it is easy to move the blade to the side. Only an experienced specialist can get an even cut “by eye”. A prerequisite will be the availability of a working tool and a quality saw.

The guide rail for the jigsaw is similar to a ruler. The main difference from it is the presence of a groove along which the tool moves. Often guides are equipped with rubber anti-slip strips. Sometimes equipped with small clamps to hold the material. The length of such a device reaches 3 m. It can be increased by combining it with similar devices with the help of adapters.

If you are the owner of a branded tool, it is worth choosing a cut corrector of the same manufacturer. Otherwise, a universal device will be more convenient.

Plastic protection for saws

Sawing metal surfaces is not safe for the eyes. It is necessary to work with metal in goggles. However, they are unusual for most people. In this case, it will be convenient to use a special transparent plastic surface that is attached to the tool. It protects from flying metal sawdust, does not interfere with the observation of the workpiece and cut. Some models of jigsaws already in the base are equipped with several protective windows.

Automatic chip blowing

When cutting material, a chip is formed - it closes the place of cutting. It is enough for a moment to lose sight of the cut line and you can get a roughness.

If you have to work in different conditions and there is no way to carry a vacuum cleaner with you for a self-cleaning system, a tool with a chip blowing system will help out. At the same time, air is captured and blows around the cut site by ten centimeters. The absence of blowing levels the advantages of an expensive tool.

Backlight

To increase the accuracy of the saw and the comfort of working with the device, some models are equipped with a laser pointer. It is convenient for rectilinear movement. It is enough to keep the luminous beam on the cut line. But experienced experts consider it a useless addition and talk about inefficiency with curved cuts. In any case, LED illumination of the working area will be a useful option. Structurally, the suspension is a flashlight built into the body of the device. Some models come with modular lighting. It is designed to highlight the layout of the sheet and the place of cut. Especially useful for lack of natural light. The backlight can be turned on while the instrument is operating, or by a separate button. There are blocks combined with a laser module.

Self cleaning system

To remove chips from the place of cutting, both suction of chips and blowing are used. Not always both functions are present in one tool. For suction, the vacuum hose directly or through an adapter is connected to the round pipe behind the file.During operation, the chip is removed by such a system quite efficiently, but noisily. This feature will be useful when working indoors. Otherwise, the dust will inflate throughout the room. The presence of a suction improves the visibility of the cut line.

Do not spare money for useful jigsaw jigs. With them you will receive a professional and convenient tool that can be used for cutting any materials in the most difficult conditions.