Segments And Staves Are Used In Woodworking

Make your auxiliary fence from scrap 3/4" plywoo.Divide 360 degrees by the number of segments. This holds true for any number of segments. This is particularly useful when cutting complimentary angles such as for forming odd shapes in decking. 108/2= 54) The angle at each end of the segment is 54 degrees, which is the miter angle at which you will cut each segment. 180-72=108. Use an adjustable work stand to support the board when turned 90 degrees from the fence.A power miter saw can be used to make cuts less than 45 degrees by securing an auxiliary fence 90 degrees to the saw fence, but I don't advocate doing so unless the work piece is of sufficient length to provide adequate finger room for the operator. Alternatively, clamp two pieces together and readjust the rip fence accordingly. Divide the result by two to find the miter angle to be cut on each end of a segment, or each side of a stave. Each segment and its radial lines form a triangle whose included angles total 180 degrees.Set the blade angle for the required angle, and cut one end with the board against the saw fence over the top of the auxiliary fence. Subtract this number from 180 degrees. Doing so in this order allows the length to be controlled against the saw fence.Table saw and miter saw angle scales are relative to the blade being perpendicular to the table or to the fence, so it is necessary to deduct the miter angle from 90 degrees in the above formula to arrive at the proper angle setting.