looking for a Miter Gauge for a band saw?
I have a full size craftsman band saw and I am continuly dissappointed in the little miter gauge that came with the saw….my carpentery skills don’t warrant buying a $200 to $300 miter gauge. Is there a miter gauge or other device that would be beneficial for band saw use?
The clamping miter gauge listed at Woodcraft for $50 is only $30 at Rockler right now.
There are a variety of gauges and slides you can purchase.. anywhere from $30 to a few hundred… many will fit the slot found on most table saws (and a few bandsaws).
If youve got the skills, why not make one yourself? Ive made I dont know how many jigs and fixtures over the years, professionally, and at home. (a LOT, lol)
Rockler carries a full line of parts (knobs, rails, slots, clamps, etc) or, if your shop is anything like mine, youve got everything you need laying there somewhere, lol.
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Miter Saws –Do Your Research
There are all sorts of skills needed when undertaking woodworking and to do a really good job you need to invest in the right tools to ensure accuracy and make your job simpler. Miter saws provide the perfect tool for anyone interested in working with wood as it is reliable and gets the job done quickly. Here are a few pointers before you make that investment.
A compound Miter saw is the tool for you if your project requires compound angle cuts. It is similar to a circular saw that has been put on the end of the lever.
For multi-purposes then check out the Miter saw, they are great at cutting sharp angles and can be angled up to 45 degrees in both directions.
Quality Miter saws will be fitted with a Miter gauge that is able to be adjusted, and have stopping points at 0, 15, 22.5, 30, and 45 degree angles to both the left and right. When using the saw it’s possible to lock it in place once the angle has been set, depending on that particular job.
Before you hit the stores for some Miter saw retail therapy consider what types of jobs you need the tool for as different varieties fit different needs. Then, work out how much you are prepared to spend and what you can afford. Once you start looking at the range of saws on offer it’s easy to get carried away, and you might end up leaving the store with the most expensive just because it can do lots of fancy tricks, when all you actually need is a basic model.
Ask you friends if they own a Miter saw and find out what model it is and their opinion of it. Friends are useful for impartial advice and information. Then you can weigh up all the benefits or disadvantages of each model before making any final decisions.
Look online for information as this is a great place to shop at your leisure. It’s possible to check out each model and take the time to study it, also all its advantages will be listed for you. You can also use the internet to compare prices at different stores. Read through previous customer reviews as they will give you the low down about the model in question, having already purchased the tool and used it at home customers will know of any faults and be able to tell you all the positive aspects.
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