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Work piece Height (Crosscutting)
SSM saw crosscut capacity as shown in Table II below.
Table II: Maximum work piece height (stock width) for Crosscutting
Model
Max. Height
C4
50 in.(1270mm)
H4
50 in.(1270mm)
C5/H5
64 in.(1625mm)
H6
74 in.(1880mm)
6400
64 in.(1625mm)
6800
74 in.(1880mm)
Work piece Thickness
Maximum thickness of a work piece to be cut with SSM saws and routers is:
•
1-3/4” (45mm) on all models*.
SSC recommends using the optional Hold-Down Bar for frequent cutting of materials thinner than 1/2” (13mm).
*2” (50mm) thick cutting is available as an option with many models when ordering a new panel saw.
Crosscutting Capacities
When crosscutting (vertical cuts), the work piece must be supported on at least two rollers (Page 33, Fig. 34) for
safe operation and accurate cutting. When you use the optional Midway Fence, the work piece must extend at
least 4” (100mm) beyond the carriage on both sides (Page 34, Fig. 35).
Do not crosscut work pieces that extend more than 5 feet (1520mm) beyond the outermost roller (on a Model C4
or C5 more than 2 feet (610mm) beyond). To increase available capacity for these larger panels, SSM recommends
using the optional Frame Extensions (Page 45, Fig. 49).
Rip cutting Capacities
The minimum length recommended for rip (horizontal) cuts is 2-1/2 feet (760mm), so the work piece will be
supported on at least four rollers. Pieces shorter than 4 feet (1220mm) can be rotated 90
°
and be crosscut. This
size limitation also applies when using the optional Midway Fence. See page 35, Fig. 35, 36 & 37.
Do not attempt to rip cut stock longer than 6 feet (1830mm) on the Model C4 or C5; 8 feet (2440mm) with the
optional Frame Extensions, page 45, Fig. 49. On all other models, there is no limit to the length of stock that can
be rip cut. However, you must insure that the stock is properly supported at all times. For regular rip cutting of long
pieces, SSM recommends using optional Frame Extensions.
