{"id":3221,"date":"2018-04-15T21:07:31","date_gmt":"2018-04-16T04:07:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toolazine.com\/?p=3221"},"modified":"2022-05-01T04:34:44","modified_gmt":"2022-05-01T11:34:44","slug":"spindle-lock-table-saw-arbor-lock","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toolazine.com\/spindle-lock-table-saw-arbor-lock\/","title":{"rendered":"What is spindle lock on table saw? (arbor lock)"},"content":{"rendered":"
Most of the operators see only the outside and don\u2019t usually look at the inside of their tool. However, many situations require some basic knowledge of the inner parts as well. So, what exactly is a spindle lock on a table saw?<\/p>\n
The spindle lock stops the spindle from turning so that the blade can be changed. If the spindle can spin then the nut that holds the blade on cannot be unscrewed. There is usually a button on the table saw that engages the spindle lock. If your table saw does not have a spindle lock you will need to find another way to stop the blade from turning if you want to change the blade.<\/strong><\/p>\n Best table saws recommendations:<\/p>\n You probably have this part in your table saw, even though you may\u00a0haven’t noticed it until now.<\/p>\n The spindle lock (also know as an\u00a0arbor lock) system is implemented in many different power tools, so there has to be something special in it. What does it do?<\/em><\/p>\n Using this system you can lock your tool, in this\u00a0situation,\u00a0you can lock the blade on the table saw<\/strong>. This allows your hands to be free so you can change the blade.<\/p>\n\n
Why do you need a spindle lock?<\/h2>\n