moving a 170kg table saw

**Phil Mazey** · 16th September 2003, 10:03 PM

Would anybody have a thought about the best way to move a saw of this weight around a small work area. please? It's a Carba-tec job, being delivered Thurs am. Ideally, you'd assemble it where it's to stay and never move it. But to be realistic, I suspect I'm going to need to move it occasionally to accommodate need to support feed in/out and dock long work pieces. One way would be to move everything else around the saw, but someone's bound to have a better idea or three.

**wands** · 16th September 2003, 10:45 PM

Phil,
Timbecon sell a Mobile Machine Stand that is adjustable for $100, plus delivery. Check it out:
http://www.timbecon.com.au/productsd...1&prodid=27939
Leda also sell one for about $145.
Cheers, Steve

**kenmil** · 16th September 2003, 10:50 PM

Or Gary Pye Woodturning (Qld) have the same thing for $75.

http://shop.store.yahoo.com/gpwoodtu...obilebase.html

**AlexS** · 17th September 2003, 08:31 AM

Only 170kg? Just remember to keep your back straight when you're lifting.

**Dean** · 17th September 2003, 10:27 AM

I ordered some gear from GPW a few days ago and it arrived the next day. very good service and their prices are hard to beat.

As for the tablesaw, I just bought one too but I had to take it all apart from the trailer just to get it off. The cabinet/base weighs a fair bit (because the motor/trunions are fixed to it (are removable but a PITA) and it was a bit of a struggle to get it into the shop, which was an uphill climb fromt he road might I add. I assembled it in position and hopefully will not have to move it anytime soon!

One day I'll get a mobile base for it

**George** · 17th September 2003, 12:49 PM

Dean,
So which table saw did you buy?

Cheers

George

**Dean** · 17th September 2003, 01:31 PM

The TSC-10HB model

I think its a real steal at that price. Very solid indeed.
My ol' buddy Wayne Davy reckons the maintenance guy at Carbatec said they very rarely have a problem with that model either, and they have sold thousands.

So all looking good so far

**Phil Mazey** · 17th September 2003, 07:04 PM

Thanks to those who replied to my query re moving the saw. I'll have a look at what's on offer in the trolley line.

Dean
you mentioned 10HB - that's the one I'm expecting in the am. Nice to hear good reports on it. Paid $1495 at Carba-tec. My assembly experience so far has been limited to Triton. (destroyed in the fire of 18 Jan 2003 and I'm just getting back into it - decided to get a different machine) So any tips you have as a result of your recent experience with 10HB will be gratefully received.

Phil

**Wayne Davy** · 17th September 2003, 11:11 PM

Dean,

I think the service guy said they have sold hundreds.

**Dean** · 18th September 2003, 12:29 AM

Wayne: Oh hundreds was it? I thought you said thousands. Never mind.

Phil: Assembly wasn't too bad at all. Well some of the screws are different to what is mentioned in the manual, but shouldnt be too difficult to figure out. Getting the extension tables lined up is easier with two people though. One to hold it flush while the other tightens the screws underneath.

If you have any hassles let me know.

One thing to consider is that the plug is a 15amp plug for the 15amp motor and I just realised all my outlets are only configured as 10 amps and the plug doesnt fit, so I havent been able to fire her up just yet, so I might need to get a sparky in to do some work.

Anyone else know what is needed to get a 15 amp outlet installed?? Is it just a switch of the outlet itself or does it need more major work? Electrics aren't my bag, baby

**Pantherx** · 19th September 2003, 01:39 PM

Recently bought TSC-10HB - fantastic !

170Kg - grab a friend

Sparky came in and upgraded the powerpoints to 15amp rating on a separate 20amp circuit. 3 doubles to handle the jointer, dust extractor, thichnesser and any other item I decide to buy from the Carbatec catalog. Have some std powerpoints on another circuit to handle the std power tools & radio

))

Sparky spent 3-4 hours installing. $30 per double powerpoint, cabling & 20amp new fuse extra. Still waiting on the final bill.

TIP: I've found all my machinery has short power cords. Either make sure your machine(s) are close to the pp OR ask the sparky to extend your machine power cords with correct 15amp cable OR buy short 15amp extension cords from Bunnings (10m = $20) OR make your own from bits & pieces from Bunnings (although looks cheaper buying the made up leads.

Have fun !

**Dean** · 19th September 2003, 01:55 PM

Well I just got my electrical upgrade done.
15 Amp circuit put in with one 15 amp outlet.

Thanks to the last electricians work, he had to totally re-wire the safety switcvh which took up more time.

Also had him change one light fitting. Total cost was $250 (not too bad I suppose).

Yeah the cable on the 10HB is woefully short. Picked up a 10m 15 amp extension lead from Bunnies for $16 and all is now A-OK

I can hear the wood begging for its life already!

**Sir Stinkalot** · 19th September 2003, 02:35 PM

Ahhhh .... I need to completely redo the power in the shed ... I currently have a double point, of which one side doesn't work and one fluro. I will need at least 6 more doubles and a couple of fluros. I don't want to even start to think about the bill.

**blindbambi** · 21st September 2003, 01:09 AM

Ive had my TSC-10HB from Carbatec for 6 months now. Bought the Incra-2000 mitre guide and I love both. Hope u enjoy yours.
Regards Blindbambi

**DavidW** · 21st September 2003, 09:43 AM

Pantherx and Blindbambi, how about a quick review on the TSC 10-HB.

It seems to be the most affordable "proper" table saw available atm and is on top of my list.

How is the accuracy, noise, ease of blade change, accessories you have bought/made etc.

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