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FIIG:  T294-Z

Entry Date:  Apr-01-1974

Concept:  2

Status:  A

Applicability:  ZC

Type:  0

Definition:  A one or two man saw which cuts by means of saw teeth segments which are linked together to form an endless cutting blade. It is used for cutting wood, metal, plastics, and the like.

Basic INC:  70618

Basic Name:  SAW

Description:  1. (Hand) A manually operated hand tool for cutting wood, metal, plastics, bone, and the like, by means of a flat or round blade. The blade has a series of sharp cutting teeth or a continuous helical tooth which removes successive portions of material when the blade is reciprocated. It must include a handle and/or frame, or the like for holding and operation of the saw blade. 2. (Portable Power) A hand-held and guided power driven tool used for cutting wood, metal, plastics, and the like, by means of a reciprocating or revolving blade. 3. (Nonportable Machine) A power driven machine used for cutting by means of a reciprocating or revolving blade. The blade usually has a series of sharp cutting teeth or a continuous helical tooth which removes successive portions of the material. It is normally secured to a floor, bench, stanchion, and the like, or it may be held firmly in position by its weight.