Kappsäge

chop saw, cross-cut saw

noun KAP-zae-ge Rare

Also means

compound mitre saw

Usage Note

Kappsäge is a stationary power saw that pivots downward to cross-cut timber or profiles to length; when it can also tilt the blade it becomes a Kapp- und Gehrungssäge. A workshop standard for cutting skirting boards, rafters, and framing.

Examples

"Alle Dachlatten wurden mit der Kappsäge auf Maß geschnitten."

Natural Translation

All roof battens were cut to size with the chop saw.

Literal Translation

All roof-battens were with the chop-saw to measure cut.

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