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6th June 2005, 09:40 PM #1
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Router turning jig - and safety issue
On page 72 of the latest Fine Woodworking Magazine there is a jig for using a router for turning table legs etc. I know this idea has been around for a long time - but I am just wondering if there are any safety implications to this that I should know about before going ahead and making one. I dont want to buy a lathe and have no room for one but would occasionally like a turned component.
And another safety question. I have a 10 inch table saw and have taken to running a 9 1/4 inch blade in it. Is there a safety issue here ? I would prefer to continue using this blade because it is designed for cutting nail-embedded wood - and as I often use recycled timber it will save a blade or two.
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6th June 2005, 10:13 PM #2
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G'day Arron,
Question #1- I have no idea maybe someone who does may waltz along
Question #2- I have a slight idea
No wuckers, the speed difference is next to nothing, so keep using it whilst ever there is a risk of foriegn materials in the timber as this is far safer than hitting them with a normal sawblade.
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6th June 2005, 10:14 PM #3
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Router lathes have been around for years. Anything is unsafe if you break the rules of common sense and logic.
Make it and use it. Wear a full face shield 'cause shavings off a router hurt.
The only thing with your saw blade being reduced is the peripheral speed will be a bit slower. IMO not a problem. Going the other way is more of a worry IE fitting a bigger blade.
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6th June 2005, 11:32 PM #4
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Want a lathe? Can afford a lathe?
have a look at one of the mini lathes like the jet or the delta or the sherwood.
you could store the lathe & extension bed under the kitchen sink.
Seriously. They are worth a look.
On the matter of the small saw blades.
No problem at all providing the arbour is correct & there are no prblems with the guards & splitters.
My machine takes a 12" blade & I often use a 10" in it & from time to time a 9 1/4.
cheersAny thing with sharp teeth eats meat.
Most powertools have sharp teeth.
People are made of meat.
Abrasives can be just as dangerous as a blade.....and 10 times more painfull.
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7th June 2005, 05:52 PM #5
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What about the abdomen? We put on the visor but a chunk flying through the stomach can do just a much damage. Perhaps modern technology could prouce some lightweight body armour. One of the English guys had a kick back the other week and needed 27 stitches in the stomach area. Fortunately no organs damaged, and the maidens cannot see the scars.
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