Stake pointing on a circular saw

The most efficient way to point stakes (up to eight feet in length) is to use a circular saw with a properly designed and constructed jig. This technique is suitable for low-volume production. For higher volume production, proprietary stake pointing machines are available. Stake pointing produces small sharp pointed off-cuts. If these are allowed to build up around the saw they can jam the blade or be ejected back towards the operator. Regular removal of the off-cuts is therefore important by either using a push-stick or first stopping the machine.

Top side of jig

Top side of jig showing support bearer, end stop and handle.

Top side of jig

Underside of jig

Underside of jig showing base board jig.

Underside of jig

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Updated 2022-02-16