I've been playing around with making some "bandsaw boxes" using my scrollsaw. I can do most of it but I need something like a fence on the scroll saw to cut the straight cuts. I experimented with piece of wood held by a couple of clamps as a test but it moved during the cut. I don't particularly want to drill into the saw base. I thought maybe double-sided tape to the base but it would be good if it could be adjusted simply for different widths. Anyone have any thoughts.
Thanks Jaz.
While it is possible to set up a fence on a scroll saw, this is not the best method. You will need to adjust for blade drift every time you change a blade. As far as straigh t cuts on the scrollsaw, they are possible with a lot of practice....or get as close as possible (staying outside the cut) and use a stationary belt/disc sander (works for me).
I sometimes clamp a point fence to mine. A stick with 45 on the end allows me to pivot to go with the lead and helps steady the cut. Same principle as point fence on a bandsaw.
Clamped right, they will work. Try again.
A little trick: Scroll saw blades always tend to cut to the right (as you face the saw). After mounting a new blade, turn the saw on and run a fine stone lightly up the right side of the blade. It will then cut strait.
I have thought about this too...at least ubtil i got my bandsaw. :) It seems to me that a piece of 1" x say 15" (or appropriate length fr your saws table top) clamped with spring clamps would work and be very eaasy to adjust. I had alos thought that the blade drift issue could be overcome by using a larger type spiral blade. Spirals cut in any direction so there is really no drift. I haven't tried this though. Please post your findings b/c you my brother are the guinea pig!
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