table insert

[newblader99]

I've heard of people making their own table inserts for their scroll saws. My question is what do you make them out of. Thank you for having a place for my??????

[hawkinob]

Hi,

3mm MDF using the original as a template.

Bob H.

[chippygeoff]

There are a number of materials you can use. I have found formica to be good and also thin plywood. The good thing about making your own inserts is that you can have a very small hole for fine fret work etc. If you are going to use metal plate for an insert be sure to put a wooden sub table on your saw first.

[Travis]

I usually cut a slit in a business card and slide it around the blade, then tape it to the saw. This is usually enough support for me.

 

If I really need solid zero-clearance, I'll drill a hole in a large 1/4" plywood board (12" square or so) and thread my blade trough it the hole. Then tape the board to my saw with double stick tape. That also gives a bit of support. I usually add packing tape to the surface so my workpiece slides easier, though.

[dust4tears]

I second the card idea. But, I would recommend using one of those magnet business cards. They are usually think enough that they can provide the zero clearance, and with the magnet, it stays pretty well~ (I have done it on my Porter Cable saw that has that 'T' shape insert)

[newblader99]

I want to Thank everyone for the great ideas. They all sound good I'll give them all a try and see what works best for me.

 

Thanks again for your help

[susieq4131]

I second the card idea. But, I would recommend using one of those magnet business cards. They are usually think enough that they can provide the zero clearance, and with the magnet, it stays pretty well~ (I have done it on my Porter Cable saw that has that 'T' shape insert)

 

I also use business cards for zero clearance, but never thought of a magnetic one. What an excellent idea.

 

SQ

[amazingkevin]

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