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Thread: The Incra Router Fence Range
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6th November 2005, 09:35 AM #1
The Incra Router Fence Range
Good Ole Sir Stinkatlot asked for a run down on the differences between the various models in the Incra range.........so here goes...........
There are now 3 basic units, UltraLite - Ultra - LS Positioner.
The first 2 use Incra's initial 'Rack' positioning system, (2 interlocking saw toothed blocks that can only be locked in INCRAmental positions). The LS Positioner uses a Lead Screw that also has a rack locking onto it in INCRAmental positions. This also allows for speedy set-up and fine-tuning.
Apart from the basis of the positioner, the other variables are range (work piece width capacity) the UltraLite is 12 1/2", the Ultra 16" or 24" and the LS 17" or 25" and accessories the Ultra can come with a complete joinery package hat includes templates etc. whilst the LS 17" & 25" can come complete with a Wonderfence with integrated dust collection and hi-rise extensions to facilitate vertical panel raising type operations.
What one is right for you??? Give us a call, usually a 10 minute chat resolves the issues and we can suggest the right option.
We also offer the Incra videos on a loan basis, you pay for the video up front, and if you return it we refund the purchase price, this seems to assist customers in understanding how the Incra system works.
I trust this explains the options,
Regards
The Woodpecker
www.woodpeckers.com.au
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7th November 2005, 07:24 PM #2
Thanks The Woodpecker .... when I scrape together some cash I will take up your invitation for a chat.
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3rd December 2005, 08:07 PM #3
Incra Super System 25" question.
Hello all,
I have a question regarding the LS super system 25".
The templates that come with it, and the 17" are the same size. I was expecting the templates to be 25" for the 25" system and 17" for the 17" system. They are just under 17" for both.
With the 25" system, If I want to make, lets say dovetails on 20" boards, what would be the best way with the templates being under 17"? The only way I can think of, is to turn the boards after each cut (but is prone to mistakes if the board is out of centre by only a fraction).
The other way I can think of, is to slide the template along. This way also can lead to a bad fit.
Can you help me out with this? Its been bugging me since I opened up the box to my new LS Super System 25".
Thanks. Gary.
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3rd December 2005, 08:16 PM #4
Yep, while you have the fence locked for you last cut just slide the template so the same colour lines up under your cursor, the racks will keep it accurate. Been there done that.
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4th December 2005, 05:03 PM #5
Onya Termite
Termites solution is the simplest for general use, 'though if I were doing things that required greater than 16" range frequently, I'd buy a spare set of templates and butt one to another. Alternatively a Quik Draw template, a blank write on strip may give you the extra range that you require. Remember the marks are just references, the Incra racks give the accuracy.
BTW a great looking Router Table Termite!!!!
Regards
The Woodworker
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4th December 2005, 08:01 PM #6GOLD MEMBER
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Are you lads going to be bringing in the basic 'new' old style all plastic Incra fence that Rockler are advertising? Or do I have to go direct to Rockler, who claim to have an 'exclusive' deal.
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4th December 2005, 08:10 PM #7Originally Posted by Termite
A Q: for you. I've been considering various of the Incra router fences/attachments/gizmos, but tell me, please, what specific benefits do you obtain from what is a fairly expensive bit of aluminium?
As I make most of my joints the darkside way, I really only have need for a limited range of powered router exercises. So, given that, would you recommend one, and please say why.
Cheers & Thanks!
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4th December 2005, 08:48 PM #8Originally Posted by Auld Bassoon
I originally made my own micro adjustable router fence (passed on to a nephew now) and only used my Incra for joints. When the split fence system became available as an add on I decided to buy it also.
Now a lot of you blokes are going to spew, but I happen to be a fan of the older ornate style of woodworking and the router table table is vital to me, after all I'm not totally on the dark side, more a mid range brown.
With its split fence and off set capabilities I often use it as a mini jointer on the small pieces that would endanger my fingers on my full size jointer. I can't think of all the things I use it for at the moment, but I use it a hell of a lot.
Now a lot of what I use it for can be done with a stick of timber clamped to the tabletop, but I like the speed at which I can set up repeatable cuts accurate to .001" and if you think think thats not important then you obviously don't cry like I do when I ruin a piece of timber worth $9,000.00 a cube.
Is it worth the money, to me it is, I've seen blokes spend the same amount of money on jigs that won't do as much as what my setup will.
Is it worth it to you, only you can decide after thinking what you may use it for, and repeating myself, joints are only one of many things.
PS. All in all counting the Triton router I've got about $1500.00 invested in that table, not counting the roughly $2,000.00 worth of bits to go with it.
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5th December 2005, 09:17 PM #9
Thanks for the advice guys. I havent had time to set the system up and try it out yet, but when I do I'll be dovetailing some wide boards. I'll try the sliding template method.
Im not going to buy new templates just yet. I'll wait until I need to order something from woodpeckers again. The shipping fees are killing me.
On the subject of router tables and building a set up. whats in your opinions the best material for a router top? Im guessing most of you are using MDF?
What about kitchen work-top material?
Cheers guys. Gary.
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5th December 2005, 09:33 PM #10
Thanks Termite, I appreciate the answers that you've given.
I also sometimes do a little "mini jointing" as it were, but have found that my home-made table/fence arrangement is adequate to that task, as I prefer final finishing with hand-tools, complex profiles, etc excepted.
As I tend to work relatively slowly (WW is a hobby not a business for me), a few minutes in set-up time shaved down a bit isn't worth very much monetarily to me, and as such, I can still achieve quite respectable levels of accuracy. As well, I still get mental images of Gary Rogowski's super-ultra-basic router table (a laminex covered board with a hole in it, and a clamped on board for a fence) - and the minor miracles that he can perform with that.
As to the collection of router bits, yep, they do seem to multiply, and the cumulative value is a bit frightening...
Cheers!
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6th December 2005, 06:38 AM #11Originally Posted by underused
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6th December 2005, 07:48 AM #12
Great news
Originally Posted by bsrlee
The new (original) Incra Jig, will be available to us in early '06 in a Metric version whats more exciting is that they come complete with a 60 minute instructional DVD and a great set of instructions. With a 200mm range this Incra specialty will win the hearts of a lot of Aussies.
As the initial production run was oversold in the US, we will be accepting pre-orders for these units with a mid February delivery date.
What's equally exciting is that at the same time we will have supplies of Metric Scales, both 0 - 430 and 430 -860 mm.
Check it out soon on the web-site.
Regards
The Woodworker
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6th December 2005, 04:33 PM #13Originally Posted by Termite
Thanks again. Gary.
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6th December 2005, 05:18 PM #14Originally Posted by underused
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6th December 2005, 05:25 PM #15
No worries termite, thanks for the input
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