Reciprocating Sawing

Reciprocating sawing is a multipoint cutting process in which a reciprocating blade is advanced against a stationary workpiece to sever parts.

Process Characteristics

Uses a multipoint cutting tool blade
Feeds a reciprocating blade into a stationary workpiece
Cutting action is in one direction
Produces a narrow kerf
Often produces coarse tool marks and burrs on the workpiece
Has poor dimensional accuracy and repeatability

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Information provided is from Manufacturing Processes Reference Guide by Robert H. Todd, Dell K. Allen, and Leo Alting.--1st ed. Published by Industrial Press Inc., 1994.