Looking for Dual SMT Setup Ideas

[jstevens]

I bought a second SMT a month or so ago, assuming I'd use it in a dual-SMT setup for crosscuts. I thought I'd seen some pics here showing how other folks had done this, but I just searched and came up with nothing. If anyone is using a dual-SMT setup, I'd appreciate hearing your ideas on the best way to do it. Thanks.

Regards,

John

[jarhead]

John,
If you're asking how to install it on the right side, take a look at the kit that Keith (KomaToast) sells:
http://www.bt3central.com/forum/topi...TOPIC_ID=14648

[JR]

Is one of you talking about Dual Miter Slot Tables and the other talking about using two Sliding Miter Tables?

JR

[jstevens]

quote:Originally posted by JR

Is one of you talking about Dual Miter Slot Tables and the other talking about using two Sliding Miter Tables?

Yeah, I think so...not to downplay the helpfulness of jarhead's post for those who are interested in mounting two dual-slot miter tables to the left and right of the blade.

Just in case I wasn't clear, I now own two sliding miter tables. I think I've seen others post messages about how to use them for various tasks like mitering and cross-cutting, but I couldn't find those posts when I searched. If anyone is using this type of setup, I'd appreciate hearing your ideas on how you're doing it. Thanks in advance.

Regards,

John

[aleuni]

If you want ideas i got some.

With the people that are parting out there saw try to pick up the table top part of on if you can. that can be placed to the right of the blade at either direction the you can put the DMS thingy to the now left of the blade. I know sound confusing just look at my webshot TOOL pics under my signature. That should be clear enough

BTW it is not where i am telling you to put it in the pics but you will be able to understand what i am saying

[HomerJ]

quote:Originally posted by aleuni

If you want ideas i got some.

With the people that are parting out there saw try to pick up the table top part of on if you can. that can be placed to the right of the blade at either direction the you can put the DMS thingy to the now left of the blade. I know sound confusing just look at my webshot TOOL pics under my signature. That should be clear enough

BTW it is not where i am telling you to put it in the pics but you will be able to understand what i am saying

Now where did you get that idea?

[Scottydont]

I have two sliding miter tables on mine but for a different purpose. From left to right I have an SMT, Saw Body, custom wide table, the second SMT then a custom wide table that is hinged with woodpeckers plungelift. (Shame on me for not posting pics of this yet. Soon!) I have not found a real benefit to the second SMT on crosscuts because it is not practical to push each SMT with both hands and have no hands on the workpiece. Or clamp one and push on the other because of the tendancy to rack. For crosscuts on pieces that are hard to support I use my Miter saw or a circular saw, guide and cutting table.

[JR]

I don't remember ever seeing a setup with two SMTs working together.

I suppose it would be possible to make a miter sled that uses both, though. Put tall fence accross both SMT fences and voila!

Don't know what else you'd do with such a setup.

JR

[aleuni]

I don't have two DMS (dual Miter slots) I have mine on the right if i want to use one of those slidy in the tracky thingys(unoffical name. But you would want it one both sides if you want to switch sides quickly and easily and or more table sapce (known to be helpful in preserving the tip of the SMT fence.

I am sure the guys would have 100 more ideas. Although your was a pretty cool one also.

I have that extra table there 1 because I could not sell it (no buyers) 2 it keeps the space filled in order to leave the router hanging

[leehljp]

I have two SMTs but have not yet put them into action. I might when . . . ever I get the time to re-condition an old BT that I found sitting out in the weather last year. I hope to make a frankensaw (dual saws on one base).

Lately I have been wondering if it would be beneficial since I have limited space and have to take the SMTs off when storing. The advantage of linking two side by side can effectively be accomplished by a single one in the proper position and the rails extended.

The only real benefit I see is when you have lots of repetitive cuts that use a jig on one SMT and you need the other SMT for normal use. In this case, you wouldn't have to be changing the jig out. There may be others that I haven't thought of.

[Stytooner]

I have seen a picture of two in action. These were setup in a bomber sled fashion for cutting opposing ends on frames. Can't remember when I saw this or who posted it, bu I don't think I dreamed it.

[jstevens]

quote:Originally posted by Stytooner

I have seen a picture of two in action. These were setup in a bomber sled fashion

Thanks, Lee, I thought I remembered that too...I just can't seem to find the pic. I was also wondering if anyone was using two in tandem for crosscuts on longer boards, but I have to agree with Scott and Lee, who pointed out the disadvantages (or lack of advantage) of such a system. It might be time to sell that 2d SMT I bought. [:I]

Thanks to all who posted with their ideas!

Regards,

John

[WEG]

Hi Folks;
Just thinking about this dual SMT and Frankensaw's which lead to this...I have used my SMT to assist in ripping sheet stock. I use the SMT to rest the larger part of the sheet on and as I send it through against the rip fence the SMT slides along supporting the "larger" section...Now with a second SMT between the rip fence and the blade to help support and slide along the sheet stock..hmmmm..would this help out? Hey, it's late and funny things happen near the witching hour! Anyway, keep the second SMT John. Someone will come up with a great idea for it. It will be real useful when you drop the other one because you forgot to lock it down when tipping the saw
WEG

[RHunter]

Well, I don't have a second SMT, but I just moved mine to the right side, past the Accessory Table (with Router in it), and reversed it, so I pushed from the Router Infeed side. This made a EXCELLENT 90degree miter for making Rail and Stile cuts. If I keep this up, I may just have to find another SMT and leave it over there...

In addition I used an edge guide clamped to the SMT (still on the right)and used it to hold a featherboard for using a Vertical Raised Panel bit.

Now to make this possible, I ordered up some T-Nuts and bought some extra rails and made the rails about 20" longer.

Just thought I would share an idea... pix in anyone is interested...

[RickLab]

quote:Originally posted by RHunter

... pix in anyone is interested...

Pics would be great!