Scroll Saw 101 - How to Use a Scroll Saw

[@jeffendicott8754]

Just a tip. Cover the wood you want to cut out with blue painter tape, and then glue the pattern to that. Makes it much easier to remove the leftover pattern.

[@CalebsShop]

yes that is a great tip for sure! 👍🏽

[@Kyle-vj1by]

Just a tip?

[@heatherroydiy]

This is a great tip

[@AudraT]

Thank you!

[@barbaraness4507]

I am new to woodworking, however I’ve been a seamstress for over forty years, and I found some similarities between the two. For example replacing the blade is similar to replacing a sewing machine needle, and the method of having the saw faster while working with thicker materials. My husband has been building things since he was a teen so he’ll be able to help me, but I’d like to learn, and start out with a good knowledge of it.

[@cilla3636]

awesome channel.lost my husband 6 months ago suddenly we were together 20 years😔 I've been wanting to learn droll saw work

[@CalebsShop]

sorry about your loss. this is a fun hobby I hope you can get into it! 👍🏽

[@tbarboza433]

Just a Ryobi!? Show some respect! Lol I love me some Ryobi.

[@RichyN25]

I see that Ryobi saw, I just got a Wen from Amazon and its literally the same saw, just a different color lol, as in most these parts would be 100% interchangeable

[@The_Dirt_Merchant]

Great tutorial! I just picked this one up at a yard sale yesterday for $15 bucks! Ready to get back to wood working!

[@ashlaunicaalpari4584]

Awesome straight forward instruction for someone like me, who has no clue how to use this yet.

[@jasonsosnick8669]

Simple to use.

[@Suburbanstoneage]

Thanks! This was a good intro video.! Do you think this saw could cut thin metal?

[@CalebsShop]

yes no problem 👍🏽

[@zavellart]

Is there any use case for this over a laser cutter? I got one as a gift and I cant think of any reason I wouldn't always use a laser cutter for cutting vector shapes like this. The only thing I can think of is for wood that is particularly hard that the laser doesn't cut through all the way, you could use this to finish the job.

[@canadiangemstones7636]

No ugly burnt edges, and can cut thicker wood. And zero computer programming lol.

[@seadahl80]

Do you have to bolt down the saw to the table or is it sturdy enough just sitting on top of the table?

[@cambuxton6835]

Depends on the brand. Some brands it is advisable to bolt them down. Especially lighter weight models of scroll saw. Really large and heavy ones do not always need it due to their weight and size. But with smaller ones and light weight ones it would be better to bolt them down to the workbench or table. If you can not bolt them down, sometimes you can use clamps to hold them down if they vibrate or jump up and down on you. Sometimes an anti vibration mat can help with vibration too a little bit. But if it is lifting up or vibrating or jumping a lot bolting it down or using clamps will help with that a lot.

[@RealTuckered]

Sweet, thanks for the info. I am about to go buy the same saw, started woodworking recently and it’s safe to say I’m addicted. Nothing like that smell!

[@bryf9552]

thanks

[@dianneshiflett8771]

Can you please tell me if you have used a conversation adapter ? Do you have a video or how do I go about this. I do a lot inside cut and pinless blades work best but hate the change out process on the way you do it from manufactor. Ty

[@CalebsShop]

no I have never used one 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@martjassir]

Hi! Thank you for the video. I do have a question. Is it possible to add a water drip to a machine like this? It doesn’t have to be that specific one but a ring saw is quite expensive for me right now and I was wondering if an adaptation could be made. If you know I would appreciate the input. Thanks in advance.

[@CalebsShop]

I do not know if you would want to run water with this specific machine because it could ruin the motor 👍🏽

[@robertnolan6867]

Thanks for this video. I'm having difficulty with the blade, getting it in and out. The bottom especially when trying to find the slot and then with the top. I loosen the know in the very back for tension relief but it seems I'm not able to insert the blade correctly. A friend gave this Ryobi, same as yours, and maybe it's a bit dirty where the grooves are concerned? I also liked, and appreciated the way to make cut outs drilling a hole then proceeding. Happy schooling!

[@OldCowboySongs525]

Based on your recommendation I just went to Home Depot and bought one of these Ryobi Scroll Saws! Thanks for the video

[@LawAbidingCitizen117]

Can it go through 1 inch thick wood?

[@AbsoluteAbsurd]

Thanks, needed this for my woodwork class guitar project lol

[@CalebsShop]

awesome have fun! 👍🏽

[@ade-woodcrafts]

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[@wendydee3007]

Would a scroll saw work for cutting slices of a small branch to make rustic buttons? Thanks.

[@canadiangemstones7636]

It would work but isn’t really practical. A mitre saw, bandsaw, or even a very sharp handsaw would be superior.

[@harrysweeten9417]

The Ryobi saw I have uses pinned and non pinned blades as should this machine. The teeth of your blade need face downward as that's how the blade works, And use packing tape on the project and then use spray adhesive to affix your pattern, the tape peels off easily later.

[@EarlyBirdCraft]

You say “it’s cheap” it’s still cutting the board. Why do you need to spend $500 on a saw that does the exact same?

[@wickedjesteret]

Great video! I was gifted a new scroll saw after wanting one for years and did not have directions. Couple questions: Is the machine capable of cutting through resin as well as wood? And what is the max thickness of wood/resin that it can cut?

[@rileydaniels188]

Bit late, but yes scroll saws can cut through resins, plastics, and even small gauge non ferrous metals. I think the average maximum is 2 inch thickness but all saws and blades are different. Read up on your particular model

[@BigEbobbers76]

Does the saw cut better without the foot? Most videos I a have watched don't have them, just curious

[@brandinhaskins8106]

Thank you! Last year I was struggling to use one in design and build hopefully I don't have that problem this year

[@Bellaluccaminis]

thanks for the tips! by the way, whats's the difference between 18tpi and 15tpi scroll blades?

[@CalebsShop]

teeth per inch... the 18 has more than the 15 👍🏽

[@Bellaluccaminis]

@@CalebsShop thank you

[@JRojas1995YT]

What kind of blade you use for those curved cuts ? Great video!

[@CalebsShop]

you can do curved cuts with any blade

[@cambuxton6835]

The scroll saw naturally will want to make curved cuts. It will wander off sometimes on its own accord. That is why for straight cuts they are not that great. Band saws will do much better than a scroll saw for straight cuts. But if you want curves, scroll saws are exactly what you want.

[@JRojas1995YT]

That did not answer my question "What kind of blade you use for those curved cuts" Like size or kind of blade. I did not ask about "straight cuts!!"@@cambuxton6835

[@napalmnacey]

Noooo, the getting the blade hooked into the bottom notch is what I needed help on, you edited it out! LOLOL. I never used this brand of scroll saw before and it's driving me absolutely batty trying to get the blade back in!!

[@milokatrak4148]

Can you cut plywood with this machine? Thanks so much. Great video

[@canadiangemstones7636]

Yes

[@creativespaceacademyplc]

I’m Still having difficulty changing the blade on the pin less one I can’t get it to stay

[@GizmoGuy620]

I lucked out and got a Harbor Freight one at a Good Will for $45 bucks.

[@celticstephenhill]

Does anyone know what note your blade should be tuned to? (for optimal tension)

[@krazyinktattoossm]

E flat I believe😁

[@andrewj3177]

Depend on the gauge, Eb might work like a fella above me said, however it depend to the genre, may do that drop D thing

[@CookieEngineering]

Really great video. I love that it is straight to the point.Can’t wait to get started.

[@KittysLifeAdventures]

I haven’t used a scroll saw since I was in school decades ago. This was so much simpler than back then. Maybe it was just complicated because I was a kid. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Thanks for sharing the video!

[@GGates-uk7gk]

Great video. I made a reindeer from a 1x8x6 with my jigsaw. It was hard, so I used gift cards to Home Depot and splurged to buy the Ryobi 16" scroll saw. I was disappointed because it was not any easier to cut through the 3/4" wood. What type of blade should I be using?

[@bracoop2]

Just got one for 30$ brand new at some persons house ha

[@jnrpyatt]

Great video! Thank you for explaining it so simple.

[@CalebsShop]

you are very welcome! thanks for watching! 👍🏽

[@DiggityJakobs]

Hey are you the music tech help guy? Same voice lol

[@SilentCrimsonOx]

Wow in wood shop am scared to use it this because it like vibrates the whole board because I don’t know how to hold down the board because am scared my fingers are gonna get caught this kinda built my confidence

[@jomama5186]

I have been dying to get one of these and make lots of stuff. Thank you for making this so much fun!

[@ajax1736]

What are some things that you are thinking of or planning to make?

[@pablotrinidad8749]

I have a question that saw work small aluminum. 😊

[@samuelpuckett7954]

I bought a Ryobi 16” scroll saw but cannot find the pin type round blades. Are this type available?

[@irishchopper9065]

Thanks so much for this video! I just started and this is beneficial in many ways.

[@samuelpuckett7954]

My Ryobi is same model as yours. I am curious if anyone offer a round blade with the pin since Ryobi saw uses only pin blades.

[@browneyedwaitress]

I just got my saw and been watching videos on how to use it. The first time I used it it went great but since then I have broke 3 blades. What am I doing wrong? Do u think my wood is to hard, you make it look so easy

[@CalebsShop]

what kind of wood are you using? also maybe you need thicker blades? I mostly break them when I push too hard to the side... try to always push back and not to the side at all... also take your time 🤷🏽‍♂️👍🏽

[@michaellyons8526]

Tension could be too tight

[@ade-woodcrafts]

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[@Dwelly70]

and always make sure you say the words " go ahead" because thats what everyone else says in there youtube video's

[@Bilal-f5f7w]

Thanks for sharing any updates as I'm think of buying a scroll saw

[@BrooklynTabla]

Wow! You made that look so easy. But I don't get why you can only cut to 16" if the machine is only that big. I mean, can't you rotate the blade 90 degrees and cut in the other direction? If so, how the heck do you do that?

[@craash420]

It's 16" from the blade to the neck of the saw, so rotating the blade wouldn't help. That gap is the limiting factor.

[@CalebsShop]

yeah it can only cut about 2-3 inches thick but a 16 inch long piece 👍🏽

[@sreekumarUSA]

051423/0133h PST 🇺🇸 Thank you very much for the Ryobi Variable Speed Scroll Saw usage demonstration. I was going to buy a larger 9” Craftsman twin wheel Band Saw. But, after viewing your demon, I opted out the idea for, either Ryobi or Harbor Freight (Central Machinery), prices being the same for both. Being a hobbyist I will only cut small acrylic pieces and I find your demo educated me to go for your choice. Best wishes.

[@cambuxton6835]

Band saws are great for cutting straight lines. But for curved lines with small pieces of wood, you are better off using a scroll saw.

[@Substereomusic]

my blades keep breaking

[@yejiz_nuts]

thank you for this video! im new to wood working and was worried id new some expensive band saw but a scroll saw would do everything i need!

[@Changeisgood2024]

Can you cut acrylic with this saw?

[@nickfatsis9607]

It's essentially a motorised coping saw?

[@joanneshaw3071]

Thanks for the video. I’ve just purchased one of these tools. I had the Dremel version many years ago but it doesn’t seem to be around now so got this one

[@brendarunkle8796]

What size blade do you use?

[@inderinder420]

Not perfect. Because you was running the saw to slow

[@bumponlog]

I love learning new ways to remove my fingers

[@adminsm6155]

Hi , can we use the scroll to cut MDF board or plywood thats 5mm thick, sorry i'm totally new so sorry if my question is totally stupid..

[@cambuxton6835]

Most scroll saws can, if you go slow, cut up to 2 inch thick soft wood. 3/4 inch hardwood is their limit with hard woods though.

[@3four4door59]

Hey, are there smaller blades you can get I've seen someone scrolling cat whiskers. How do you get a blade so small?

[@tarinacockerham3260]

I have bought a Ryobi scroll saw, it says I can use plain end blades also. I have been trying to find a video on this to install the plain ones. Do you have a video or any recommendations?

[@karenmeyer9302]

I'm struggling with the same thing. Did you ever get any info on how to use plain end blades?

[@KGNAHDEE-a.k.a.PeanutsnCorn]

THANKS FOR THIS, I JUST BOUGHT THE SAME ONE YOU ARE USING

[@petermuteti6485]

Thank you so much. I went to start making the same. What other tools do I need? Peter

[@ariargi3845]

can you cut any type of wood with this scroll saw?

[@CalebsShop]

yes any type 👍🏽

[@azbowhunter1219]

I have the same one, how do you use the pinnless blades?

[@ewanmiller9487]

Thank you for the video, but isn't it advisable to unplug the machine while changing the blade?

[@cambuxton6835]

Yes. ALWAYS unplug your machine when changing blades or doing maintenance on it. Less chance you will accidentally injure yourself or get electrocuted if you make sure the power is off and it is unplugged.

[@stansigstad9316]

I just spent $200 on a scroll saw today and don't know what to with it yet but your video gave me the basics

[@cambuxton6835]

Only some of the basic information. Please please look up scroll saw usage safety before you try using it.

[@colleenconrade3156]

Thanks for the video… I have this very saw and came to see if I was doing it wrong 🤣 (although there’s literally not much I could do wrong) but I would think you would get a nice smooth pass like when I use my bandsaw but Nooooo the wood jumps up and down on the table and the saw moves/vibrates backwards so I’m chasing it (I guess I can find a way to clamp it down). It it’s SOOO LOUD 😳my word !!! I’ve only used it maybe 3 times - I’ll have to give it a go again. And all I was cutting was an untreated cedar picket

[@bobshomewoodshop7996]

If the wood is jumping, you may have the blade in upside down, so the cutting is taking place on the upstroke rather than the downstroke. Try typing "which way is up" in the search bar and it should bring you to a video I did on this. It will show you how to know which way is up with a scroll saw blade

[@bobshomewoodshop7996]

Actually, get more specific and type in "which way is up with a scroll saw blade" and you should find my video and several others that will explain how to mount the blade in the proper direction.

[@riyazriya2612]

Can I cut pvc board

[@yolandagofigure]

Is it a necessity to have the speed control??

[@kimclyburn4543]

This was very helpful. Thanks for sharing

[@alyssaisaackson6797]

Silver dragons ?

[@awaisahamad5156]

Sr machin in price pk

[@good0179]

Great video. Thanks for making it. Very helpful.

[@VarsityCheerx3]

Okay but important question... the wood with heart cutout... is that NH on the right?! 😆

[@SilverDragons47]

oregon 🤜🏽🤛🏽

[@barbaraness4507]

Thanks so much for this video it was very informative, and was easy to follow.

[@JimWatsonTheframingMagician]

Do you have a video on how to make and attach a rip fence to the tool?

[@canadiangemstones7636]

Two clamps and a length of straight scrap wood...

[@jenniferhill477]

Why is the blade guard and the piece that holds the wood down missing? Is that just for better viewing on a video?

[@CalebsShop]

it always gets in the way 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@nore8141]

Great video and commentary thanks.

[@Anthonyinkz]

Thankyou, great information for all new to scroll saw users

[@eyeseeyou68]

Cut it out then trace around it.

[@thomasgoins1874]

Just bought a used one at the flea market thanks for letting me know how to use it.

[@cambuxton6835]

There is more to it than he mentioned. But he covers some important things to know. Just remember to look up basic safety instructions and information on using a scroll saw safely. You will be very glad you did.

[@mayrahernandez4980]

What type of wood is that?

[@CalebsShop]

poplar 👍🏽🔥🐉

[@Jill221]

I got the same machine yesterday! I am so excited

[@cabotbluegill]

thank you

[@billbrown994]

Can you tell us about a possible finger cut with blade?

[@iamandreja]

It is really difficult to get hurt. It is one of the least dangerous tools/machines you can get. Don't worry and enjoy.

[@paulstradley9157]

Is the saw bolted down to the table?

[@Jenuin]

Great video sir. Thank you.

[@mariofriggieri1629]

Thanks for this video.

[@Awesomewally]

Thank you for this video!

[@rkooscar6866]

What kind of wood did you use

[@lisa_abc_123]

Very helpful, thank you!

[@minniechapa]

First thank you on your video you make this look so easy. Just bought my saw and used it one time. My board kept on jumping up and down what was I doing wrong? I believe I was I was adding enough pressure .

[@CalebsShop]

you are welcome! you need to be pushing down 👇🏽on the wood so it doesn’t jump up 👍🏽

[@jordee7069]

It is a high production machine. Say, make 100 pieces nonstop ?

[@CalebsShop]

idk the most I have made is like 20 at a time 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@jordee7069]

@@CalebsShop sufficient good Thanks

[@traceywright5771]

Thank you so much! Great video!!!

[@fume5671]

what zise od blade ?

[@AudraT]

You're a life saver!

[@pankogmondal9948]

এই মেসিনের দাম কত

[@jimilee8979]

THANK YOU

[@MrTosha43]

How do you know which blade to use for which project

[@CalebsShop]

for bigger cuts use a bigger blade and for smaller cuts use a smaller blade...

[@gulsain5258]

Kitne ki he price kya he