This is a very nice accessory! Will it work on a router table in a way for those bearings to act like a featherboard to hold stock tight against the fence for flawless cuts, like an edge bead?
how is this different from using a microjig gripper to cut the same thin strips? I have been using the gripper to cut thin strips for a long time and it feels safe and accurate and controlled.
It’s a lot different than using a Microjig (which I own several of). I think what you’re really saying is that your method works and that’s great, but for me I’m not comfortable cutting really thin stuff either a Microjig-even if you can suppress any kickback. I find using a thin rip guide less stressful.
Good for you, but what is your constructive point, I never had the impression that this tool was to revolutionize woodworking but just an adaptation of something that already existed.
This tool is a refinement of an existing Rockervproduct. Nothing revolutionary about it. My point was that what you’re doing for thin strips works (and Gripper promos their products doing this) and that’s great but the thin rip jig give another option for people who don’t mind adjusting their fences after each cut. I simply feel uncomfortable getting a blade really close to the fence-particularly if it’s raised very high-so I like using a jig.
This method keeps the thin strips on the outside of the blade, minimizing risk of kickback and the other dangers involved with running thin stock between the blade and the fence.
It would be great if Rockler sold a miter slot adapter, for all their well thought out jigs, that would enable the 1/2 million or so Shopsmith owners to be able to use them too!
THANKS FOR ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO, EMILE FROM CT.
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This is a very nice accessory! Will it work on a router table in a way for those bearings to act like a featherboard to hold stock tight against the fence for flawless cuts, like an edge bead?
That isn't recommended. Feather boards prevent the stock from being able to kick back, bearings would just let it kick back smoothly. 😅
how is this different from using a microjig gripper to cut the same thin strips? I have been using the gripper to cut thin strips for a long time and it feels safe and accurate and controlled.
It’s a lot different than using a Microjig (which I own several of). I think what you’re really saying is that your method works and that’s great, but for me I’m not comfortable cutting really thin stuff either a Microjig-even if you can suppress any kickback. I find using a thin rip guide less stressful.
Good for you, but what is your constructive point, I never had the impression that this tool was to revolutionize woodworking but just an adaptation of something that already existed.
This tool is a refinement of an existing Rockervproduct. Nothing revolutionary about it. My point was that what you’re doing for thin strips works (and Gripper promos their products doing this) and that’s great but the thin rip jig give another option for people who don’t mind adjusting their fences after each cut. I simply feel uncomfortable getting a blade really close to the fence-particularly if it’s raised very high-so I like using a jig.
This method keeps the thin strips on the outside of the blade, minimizing risk of kickback and the other dangers involved with running thin stock between the blade and the fence.
Does Rockler have any simple ideas on building a speed square holder that can be mounted on the wall. I do not have time to spend time in the shop.
First thought for a simple solution would be a screw or a nail to hang it on. If you have a pegboard, you could hang it on a peg or a hook.
Can I get a discount it i trade-in the old Rockler thin-rip guide when i buy the new one?
I have the old style one and this looks like an improvement but I assume you not being serious about a trade in.
That’s great if you need long strips but you have to move the fence for every piece.
what's the alternative............
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It would be great if Rockler sold a miter slot adapter, for all their well thought out jigs, that would enable the 1/2 million or so Shopsmith owners to be able to use them too!
We'll pass your suggestion along to our product development team. Thanks