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Thread: Router Table Split Fence????????
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22nd January 2006, 12:35 AM #1
Router Table Split Fence????????
Hi
I'm trying to get a handle on the whole split fence thing. I understand the outfeed fence theory, but do you also need fence adjustment on both fences to close the gap around the cutter.:confused:
Any explanations or assistance would be appreciated.
Regards
Beaver
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Hi Beaver, Yes the fence should mave to accomodate the cutter size you are using. The more support you can give the wood passing the cutter the better the cut. For example on thin wood if it is not supported well it may chatter causing a serrated edge to the cut. there may be some experts on here who can give a better explanation but I hope this helps.
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22nd January 2006, 07:08 AM #3
The tighter the gap around the cutter, the better. Often a zero clearance fence is optimum, so the fence is faced with mdf scraps and advanced into the spinning cutter to create it.
My fence is adjustable on both sides, and had t-tracks to slide the mdf sub-fences left and right relative to the bit.
The closer you are to dedicated commercial router table fence the more flexibility you will have.
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22nd January 2006, 10:25 AM #4
1. Adjustable Fence. Good for closing up the gap surrounding the bit, to the point of a zero clearance. ie. a fence cut to the shape of the bit so that it can be moved to within 1mm of the cutter to reduce tearout.
2. Adjustable Offset Fence. Used in conjunction with the above for when the cutter in use removes the complete face of the timber. The offset supports the finished face on the outfeed side to maintain the correct cut.
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22nd January 2006, 10:50 AM #5Originally Posted by gregoryqIf at first you don't succeed, give something else a go. Life is far too short to waste time trying.
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22nd January 2006, 10:56 AM #6Originally Posted by Termite
Dont forget that good quality double sided tape Termie
.Blowin in the Wind
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22nd January 2006, 12:11 PM #7Originally Posted by redwood
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22nd January 2006, 12:21 PM #8Originally Posted by TermiteBlowin in the Wind
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22nd January 2006, 05:22 PM #9
Router Table Split Fence???????
Originally Posted by Termite
Enjoy your posts and would appreciate more info to help me make a new one piece fence for jewellery box work
Am I correct in understanding from this thread that the "Adjustable fence" has a recess for blank mdf zero clearance inserts to be held in by doublesided tape? Would it be safer to hold in by screws?
I'm also aiming to replace the too flexible Triton Adjustable Offset fence and was thinking about making a much simpler split fence version of the Pat Warner fence
http://www.patwarner.com/router_table.html
Any pics would be appreciated
Best regards
Barry
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22nd January 2006, 06:06 PM #10
BarryF
Barry, the double sided tape refers to on old discussion I had with Redwood, please disregard.
I made my own version to the Pat Warner Fence and used it happily for about 18 months, it is still doing fine work with one of my nephews.
I have since gone the Incra route, which can be a bit expensive unless you are really going to give it a good workout.
I can recommed a well made version of the Warner fence for general use.
below is my current setup.
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22nd January 2006, 10:20 PM #11
Thanks everyone for your replies. Thats cleared up one question. Ihave more questions, but I guess thats a new thread.......
Beaver
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22nd January 2006, 10:23 PM #12Originally Posted by Barry FIf at first you don't succeed, give something else a go. Life is far too short to waste time trying.
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23rd January 2006, 11:24 AM #13
Thanks Termite & Gumby
All the Best
Barry
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