Scroll saw bench

[JimNC]

Standing at my work bench using my scroll saw was killing my back so a made a wood stand for my scroll saw. I tried a few different heights and slants with the saw so I could see the whole cutting area while sitting. The question is: can I bolt the saw to the tabletop and not cause too much vibration? I sometimes find it difficult getting out of a chair and am afraid that I may grab onto the table and the saw ending up on me or the floor.

The photo(s) are of the table. I still have to work on the slant, so I am using temporary plywood slims until I find the right slant.

[stevan]

I think you would be okay.  If you're in doubt and don't want to drill the mounting holes, perhaps try clamping the saw in place first.

[rafairchild2]

Put a little rubber between the saw and the stand to dampen more vibration, then bolt it all down together.  I am going to use those rubber mats for weight lifting as I have a bunch in my shop for standing on.

[OCtoolguy]

I'd certainly opt for bolting it to the new bench and as mentioned, use some rubber cushion between the saw and the stand. Don't over-tighten the bolts so the cushion can do its job. I like you bench. Nice work.

 

[Fish]

I put a piece of old carpet under mine when I had a dewalt.  It worked pretty good.  I’m 

[James E. Welch]

I'm kind of surprised to see so many recommendations for padding and/or matting under the saw. I tried this on my King Industrial 16 and it made things worse. I began with a carpet then went to a thick rubber mat trying both bolted down and unbolted. Ultimately for me removing the mats made it better.

I found that the more solid I made things the better vibrations became. I originally had it mounted to a 3/4 plywood top but later changed to a 2x4 top (think butcher block) and the vibration is much better. I managed to get the vibration to almost gone, except for one spot at about 3/4 speed.  

Then I bought a new Hegner with the stand and it is solidly mounted all the way through, with no cushion anywhere and it is super smooth. I realize this could be other factors associated with the build quality of the Hegner or the differing motor type used by Hegner though. 

In the end it's whatever works best for you and everyone's setup is different. I say try different stuff until you are happy with the results but don't rule out rigid mounting without cushion because it might be just the ticket. 

 

[Dak0ta52]

My first saw was a WEN although a different model. The first table I built I used 3/4 thick ply for the top and mounted the saw with a layer of toolbox drawer liner between the saw and the plywood. The vibration was so bad I thought I would have to strap it down to keep if from bouncing all over the shop. I pulled the 3/4 plywood top off and replaced it with a solid piece of 2X10. I remounted the saw again with the drawer liner between the saw and the 2X10. Afterwards, it would "almost" pass the nickle test. Even through the entire speed range.

From your picture it looks like you used 3/4 ply for the top of your saw. If you experience vibration you may want to double up on the top or replace it with 2X material. Good luck.