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Dual-duty fence stretches router table's capacity

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Tablesaw with second illustration of fence below it.

The problem with most router tables is that the fence won't adjust more than a few inches from the bit. While that's fine for edge work and a few other situations, it doesn't make full use of the table (for example, when fluting a wide workpiece).

To improve the situation, this two-way alternate fence works with both the length and width of your table. Depending on the table size, you may be able to firmly position the fence up to 20" away from the bit. The side arms automatically align the fence with the table, and a pair of bar clamps hold the fence solidly in place.

--Allan Rice, Winnipeg, Man.

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patrick brodeur wrote:

My fence has quite a range also. Don't know if I have 20" between fence and bit. I used T-tracks and knobs. No moving the fence and using clamps. I have a dust collection system hooked on the back of the fence. To adjust I just loosen one knob and then re-tighten.

4/7/2011 11:11:46 AM Report Abuse

dave275 wrote:

@baxtercl1: you flip the fence over to run the fence along the length of the table rather than the width to go further.

4/7/2011 10:35:25 AM Report Abuse

baxtercl1 wrote:

Maybe it's just me but I am having a hard time seeing how you can get 20" between the fence and bit. Looks to me like 8" is the limit. What am I missing?

4/7/2011 10:12:55 AM Report Abuse

Marlen_at_WOOD wrote:

Please note, we've added a PDF for the two illustrations for a larger view of this project. Marlen @ WOOD

4/6/2011 04:38:54 PM Report Abuse