Sliding Compound Miter Saw (aka Wood Chop Saw)

Description

A Sliding Compound Miter Saw, also known as a Wood Chop Saw, is a versatile tool designed for making precise crosscuts and angled cuts in wood and other materials. Members at a makerspace use it to create accurate cuts for woodworking projects, trim work, and framing, benefiting from its ability to adjust the angle and slide for wider boards.

Requirements for Use

Required Badge

Compound Miter

Watch Video

Timestamps

badge Video Timestamps

Safety measures

Card access and operation buttons

Two ways to adjust cutting angle

Dust management of the saw

Using/cutting with the saw

Using clamps

Pass Quiz

In person checkout required

Earn Badge at Upcoming Event

Participation in this event take the place of meeting with a facilitator for a checkout, but you must still watch video and pass quiz in advance to earn badge.

Monday, May 11th

Build & Badge: Woodshop, Compound Miter, Jointer, Planer

In this hands-on woodshop class, participants will learn how to safely and confidently use several essential stationary woodworking machines while completing the Woodshop badge requirements. Instruction will cover the sliding compound miter saw, jointer, planer, and table saw, with a focus on proper setup, operation, and workflow. By the end of the session, participants will have the skills and certification needed to access these tools independently at MakeHaven.

Badges Earned

Planer, Compound Miter, Jointer

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Facilitator Checkout

Jeffrey Cargos

Woodworking & Tufting

Thu, Apr 30 2026, 11am - 2pm
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Patrick Simpson

Woodworking

Thu, Apr 30 2026, 5:30 - 8:30pm
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William Banick

Wood Shop

Thu, Apr 30 2026, 8 - 11pm
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Michael Hanke

Woodworking

Fri, May 1 2026, 3 - 6pm
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William Freeman

Woodworking

Sun, May 3 2026, 1 - 4pm
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Mike Lockett

Woodworking

Mon, May 4 2026, 3 - 6pm
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William Pieragostini

Woodworking

Tue, May 5 2026, 3 - 6pm
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Jacob Miller

Woodworking

Tue, May 5 2026, 6 - 9pm
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Estimated Minutes for Checkout

15 Minutes

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Special Requirements

Buddy System

Tools identified as requiring the buddy system can not be used alone by a member in the space. Another person who is willing and able to respond in an emergency must be identified, informed and consent that they are acting as a buddy. This buddy must remain in the space and be able to observe if any issue arises. The designated buddy must be able to see and hear their partner in person (not just video). Metal shop buddy must be in the metal shop with opperator. The buddy must inform the member operating the tool if they intend to leave so that the tool operator can stop use of any tools requiring the buddy system.

Area Reservations
This asset is part of an area that has upcoming reservations:

Wood Shop: Apr 30, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM (booked by Silas Corvo)
Wood Shop: May 24, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM (booked by Silas Corvo)
Wood Shop: May 26, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM (booked by Silas Corvo)
Jointer: May 28, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (booked by Lauren Nwagboli)
Wood Shop: May 31, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (booked by Silas Corvo)
Induction Forge: Jun 24, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (booked by Silas Corvo)
Wood Shop: Jun 28, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (booked by Silas Corvo)
Wood Shop: Jul 26, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (booked by Silas Corvo)
Wood Shop: Aug 30, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (booked by Silas Corvo)
Wood Shop: Sep 27, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (booked by Silas Corvo)
Wood Shop: Oct 25, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (booked by Silas Corvo)
Wood Shop: Nov 29, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (booked by Silas Corvo)
Wood Shop: Dec 27, 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM (booked by Silas Corvo)