redwine Posted September 7, 2017 Report Share Posted September 7, 2017 I do a lot of stack cutting, 3 - 4 layers, and just wondering if I switch over from the blue tape to this shelf liner what would I use to keep the layers together? At one time I used to use small brads to keep the stack together than I started to use the blue tape and wrap the layers together and that works just fine. I have used the 2 sided tape but getting the stack apart is a chore not to mention the breakage that some times happened. What would be the best way to do this? Erv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Knappen Posted September 7, 2017 Report Share Posted September 7, 2017 I use double sided tape, but only on the waste areas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmmcrafts Posted September 7, 2017 Report Share Posted September 7, 2017 I put on the shelf liner on the top board.. then use clear packing tape to tape the stack together.. Then I stick the pattern down.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill WIlson Posted September 7, 2017 Report Share Posted September 7, 2017 I use hot glue on the edges of the stack. I just stack the blanks with the edges flush and hold it together with some spring clamps, then run a few small vertical strips across the edges. This works best if the cutting is contained entirely within the edges of the stack and if the blank isn't particularly large. If the cutting shares an edge, then you will have some glue to remove from the edge of a finished piece. JimErn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merlin Posted September 7, 2017 Report Share Posted September 7, 2017 Yeah I'm with Bill, Hot melt glue on the edges............................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnkcustoms02 Posted September 7, 2017 Report Share Posted September 7, 2017 Well you could use the shelf liner just like the tape you'll just use more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danny Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 My way.... I just cut the blanks to stack a touch wide than the pattern. Just takes a tad bit of glue to keep together. Danny :+} Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 I also use the hot glue method. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clayton717 Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 I use the hot glue method as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayneMahler Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 I use masking tape to wrap my stacks. Seems to work good for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 11 hours ago, merlin said: Yeah I'm with Bill, Hot melt glue on the edges............................. Sounds like a great idea! I just gave my glue gun away that came with a "pop a dent" for cars . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 I'm with Wayne,I use masking tape,been using it for yrs,never had a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC Scroller Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 Another hot glue user here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevan Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 I spray adhesive on two sides of a sheet of paper and then sandwich the paper between two boards (or as many as necessary). I then blue tape the top piece and carry the tape over the edges of the stack. I have no idea where my hot glue gun is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuner Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 A little bit of glue on the edge's works for me.but I don't do much stack cutting anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwine Posted September 8, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 A lot of good advice and the use of a hot glue gun I have heard of but don't own one, may break down and purchase one. I thank I will keep a roll of tape on hand for the stack cuts and use the liner for the one time cuts. I appreciate all of the input, I knew I would get a lot of answers to the question and thanks to all for the info! Erv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 (edited) All too time consuming for me. Too much fussing . I simply use a pin nailer on the four corners for small projects. and for the larger ones a couple of pins in the waste areas. It takes a few seconds. I do it on an anvil and then go back and make sure no pins are sticking through, if so I tap them with a small hammer. I always sand the backs of the stack after drilling all of my holes. Edited September 8, 2017 by Rolf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ekud1946 Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 I still like my blue tape! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrollin'fool Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 Im sorry for posting here, as I really dont know anything about this topic I just wanted to point out that its fun to say the words self stick shelf liner three times really fast kmmcrafts and OCtoolguy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 52 minutes ago, scrollin'fool said: Im sorry for posting here, as I really dont know anything about this topic I just wanted to point out that its fun to say the words self stick shelf liner three times really fast And if you have false teeth, stand away from everybody. Ray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharleyL Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 The double sided tape that is sold by Peachtree Woodworking holds well, but not nearly as hard as double sided carpet tape. This is what I use when stack cutting. I use several 1/2" X 1/2" (roughly ) pieces spread out depending on the pattern. It's best to place them between locations that will not be cut away. See http://www.ptreeusa.com/rtr_jigs_double_sided_tape.htm It's expensive, but you don't need much, and it lets the layers separate easily. I usually put a thin putty knife between them and twist it slowly, maybe in several areas, depending on how delicate the pieces are. I haven't broken a piece since I began using this tape. It works for me, but I sometimes will use pin nails driven in with a pneumatic pin nailer through areas that will be cut away, and then avoid removing these areas until the last. It depends mostly on what I am making, and how large it is. Charley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 Never thought of using hot glue gun. I'll have to try it. I usually just use small brads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heppnerguy Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 I just use blue tape for any stack cutting I am doing. I do not like cutting more than 3 layers, but I often don't bother to stack cut because I enjoy my saw time so much Dick heppnerguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trackman Posted September 8, 2017 Report Share Posted September 8, 2017 4 hours ago, Rolf said: All too time consuming for me. Too much fussing . I simply use a pin nailer on the four corners for small projects. and for the larger ones a couple of pins in the waste areas. It takes a few seconds. I do it on an anvil and then go back and make sure no pins are sticking through, if so I tap them with a small hammer. I always sand the backs of the stack after drilling all of my holes. I am with Rolf on this. I use a pin nailer also. Use to tape layers together but got a nailer much easier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim McDonald Posted September 9, 2017 Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 I have used tape on smaller stacks (1/2" total depth or so) and tried using brads--but I usually have the wrong size loaded. I just keep going back to hot glue. I have used a plug in craft gun for years, but just bought a Ryobi that is part of their 18V took system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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