Table Saw Fence Push Stick
Project developed by User:JasonBell
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Abstract
This part solves the problem of making very thin cuts on a table saw in a safe way. All current push sticks or push blocks on the market do not allow for cuts under 1/2" while still maintaining the guards over the saw blade. This push stick rides on the fence of the saw and allows for a safer cut and makes smaller cuts possible without ruining the user's push stick.
Bill of Materials
This part can be fully printed and no other components are necessary.
Click Here for STL and Source Code
Tools needed for fabrication of the OSAT
- MOST Delta RepRap or similar RepRap 3-D printer
Skills and Knowledge Necessary to Make the OSAT
Product is to be used on a table saw. Safe operation and knowledge of table saw needed for proper use.
Technical Specifications and Assembly Instructions
Orient STL in slicing software as seen below (supports shown):
If printer does not have vertical space required then orient like this(supports shown):
Push stick in use can be found below:
Printing / Slicing Settings
Temperature: 210C
Infill: 30% or more
Supports: Yes
Skirt: Yes
Speeds: First Layer: 40 mm/s, 70 mm/s remainder of print
Layer Height: 0.15 mm
Material: PLA
Common Problems and Solutions
Support locations may vary depending on print orientation. The supports should put themselves in the correct locations when enabled
Cost savings
Estimated Cost in PLA: $1.40
Commercial Equivalent: No standard equipment performs this specific task in this way. The closest representation is a generic push stick found here [1]
Commercial equivalent with less functionality for $10.19
3D Printed for $1.40
Cost Savings ~ $8.79
% Cost Savings ~ 86% Savings
Benefited Internet Communities
Woodworking Talk [2]
Lumberjocks [3]
The Woodworking Patriot [4]
Woodtalk [5]
Way of Wood [6]
References
Woodworking Catalogs
Wood Working Tool Designs