How to Use the BORA NGX Circular Saw Guide

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When it comes to woodwork, accuracy is perhaps the most essential quality you are looking for in the tools you use to get the job done. After all, clean cuts and smooth edges are a direct reflection of your craftsmanship, which means it can pay off in a big way to equip yourself with the right tools.

Whether you are working on something for your house or you are trying to help a client, finding something that easily guides your saw and allows you to cut through wood like a true professional is key.

Using power tools like circular saws to make precise cuts without a saw guide that is reliable and sturdy will often lead to poor results, safety issues, and lost time.

The good news is that you can save yourself some time and energy by exploring some of the innovative tools that are out there to make the job easier.

Regardless of whether or not you are a professional, the truth is that you can’t afford to operate a circular saw without the right supporting equipment.

That’s a big reason why the Bora NGX Circular Saw Guide stands out. It provides an easy way to break down sheet material and rip boards with accurate cuts every single time.

The Bora NGX Circular Saw Guide has a 50-inch cutting capacity that is easily increased to up to 100-inch with a handy aluminum extension. That means you expand your cutting capacity by simply adding on the extension, which is a huge advantage to consider.

This innovative saw guide is made from heavy-grade aluminum for long-term durability and was the winner of the 2019 Pro Tool Innovation award in the Track Rail category, which tells you that it’s clearly a quality product.

Perhaps the best thing worth noting about this incredible tool is that using the Bora NGX Circular Saw Guide is simple.

How to Use the NGX Circular Saw Guide

First, you will need to assess the cutting area you are working with and determine how big of a cutting capacity you need. If necessary, make sure to screw your circular saw guides together if to extend their cutting capacity.

Next, simply hook the clamp edge across the board you are working with. There are plastic clamps that are attached to each clamp edge, so make sure they are locked into place and secure before moving forward. The good news here is that since the adjustable clamp is connected to the handle, you don’t have to worry about going back on forth on opposite sides of the straight edge to get things working.

After you’ve clamped down the saw guide, the next step is taking care of the saw piece. There are several clamps that you can adjust to make sure it fits the saw you are working with. Next, you can attach the saw plate directly onto the clamp edge and lock it into place with the clamps. Remember that you can adjust the saw plate to fit any right or left-handed saw you are using.

Additionally, you can adjust your cut line in and out by moving the pointers. The base plate of your saw will determine where your pointers will be, which is very convenient depending on the saw you are using.

Getting the Most Out of Your Circular Saw Guide

What’s great about this tool is that there are so many different ways to improve the user experience. Bora Tool has though of almost everything when it comes to taking their Circular Saw Guide further.

There are plenty of different accessories for your Bora NGX Circular Saw Guide to take advantage of, including the Clamp Edge System Bag, the Clamp Edge Non-Chip Strip, the Clamp Edge Extension, the T-Square Attachment, and more. Each accessory is reasonably priced and can dramatically improve the functionality of your tool. These saw guides even have hangers that allow you to hang them on the wall when you are not using them.

If you really want to get the most out of your circular saw guide, make sure you are keeping them clean of glue and oil, as this can lead to issues with the track. It’s also a very good idea to make sure your Bora NGX Circular Saw Guide is always secured properly before you begin working with them. This is easy thanks to their innovative and convenient design. 

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