Project by mel52 | posted 10-17-2019 01:27 AM | 2111 views | 6 times favorited | 16 comments | ![]() |
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Decided it was time to make a well needed small crosscut sled. I got the idea for this one from a few different ones on the internet. I needed it to fit my Dewalt table saw, so got the dimensions from it. The bottom is 1/2 inch ply with the front and back of two 3/4 inch ply glued together for more rigidity. I used some scrap padauk for the two runners. After building it, I took a cut through it and adjusted the front fence to exact 90 degrees with the saw line with my digital measuring tools. I then installed a blade guard or block to protect hands etc. It was sanded, then sprayed with lacquer and sanded lightly. I then waxed both the bottom of the sled and the table saw to make it slide easier. I used the bandsaw to cut the back down a little to lessen the weight, and slightly rounded all edges for safety.
-- MEL, Kansas
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awsum55
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#1 posted 10-17-2019 03:20 AM
Nicely done.
-- John D, OP, KS
doubleDD
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#2 posted 10-17-2019 04:11 AM
That looks like a great sled. Not overkill like some I’ve seen but I guess that depends on what you use it for. I’m like you, I think it’s time to make one.
-- Dave, Downers Grove, Il. -------- When you run out of ideas, start building your dreams.
Joe Lyddon
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#3 posted 10-17-2019 04:43 AM
Great Job!
If it works for you, GREAT!
Thanks for the report!
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Ivan
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#4 posted 10-17-2019 04:58 AM
Good looking sled!!
-- Ivan, Croatia, Wooddicted
wildwoodbybrianjohns
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#5 posted 10-17-2019 06:09 AM
Thats a good idea with the gap in the blade guard. I will be using that in future sleds.
-- Wildwood by Brian Johns: The Big Bang: Nothing - exploded into Everything. Thanks to Nothing.
Underdog
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#6 posted 10-17-2019 10:49 AM
And why do you say that Brian? Because you can actually see the blade?
-- Jim, Georgia, USA
wildwoodbybrianjohns
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#7 posted 10-17-2019 11:49 AM
Yes.
-- Wildwood by Brian Johns: The Big Bang: Nothing - exploded into Everything. Thanks to Nothing.
Jim Jakosh
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#8 posted 10-17-2019 12:31 PM
Real nice sled, Mel. I like that box on the back to bridge the cut area. I may use that on my next one.
Cheers, Jim
-- Jim Jakosh.....Practical Wood Products...........Learn something new every day!! Variety is the Spice of Life!!
Peteybadboy
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#9 posted 10-17-2019 02:25 PM
That is a nice sled. I am also amazed at how clean your shop looks!
-- Petey
mel52
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#10 posted 10-17-2019 03:17 PM
Thanks everyone for the comments. I’m now designing one with these ideas, ( sort of ), for a 45 degree on both sides of the cut line. Possibly adjustable for other angles also. Mel
-- MEL, Kansas
stefang
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#11 posted 10-17-2019 06:15 PM
Looks well built and designed. I have the same saw and I have been planning to make a crosscut saw and yours is a good example of what I want.
-- Mike, an American living in Norway.
Artie623
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#12 posted 10-18-2019 02:31 AM
It looks like the sled from “King’s Woodworking”... plans are $2.99, I’m thinking about building one myself. Nice.
Cliff
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#13 posted 10-19-2019 01:37 AM
Hi, Mike…That looks like a very functional and practical cross cut sled. You are right, there comes a time when a crosscut sled is needed. I think Ive reached that stage myself. Your sled looks ideal. I also like the safety box..
Well done and a great project.
Regards,
Cliff.
-- Cliff Australia : Snoring is good. It blows away all the Sawdust.
NormG
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#14 posted 10-22-2019 04:17 AM
These are so useful
-- Norman - I never never make a mistake, I just change the design.
Jim Jakosh
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#15 posted 07-02-2020 11:09 AM
Hi Mel. Take a look at the sled Stefang made. he has inserts on the bottom for 90 and 45 degrees. I have one in Arizona that I made for 90 and 45 and then I cut 72degrees on it and the center is spaghetti. That insert idea makes a lot of sense to support small pieces!
cheers, Jim
-- Jim Jakosh.....Practical Wood Products...........Learn something new every day!! Variety is the Spice of Life!!
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