Workshop Tablesaw Accessories

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a tablesaw crosscut sled. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Improve accuracy and increase rip capacity with these handy accessories for the Table Saw Workstation. The cutting diagrams and materials list are available to download in this Online Extra.

Table Saw Sleds are great for making accurate cuts. They are also really good for making set ups for repeatable cuts. We think you will find this an easy yet great addition to your woodshop tools.

The Gauge Block has been a very popular article. Many have asked for plans for the project so I decided to draw them up and offer the Gauge Block plan set as the Free Sample.

It hit me that his Panel Cutting Table was really what I needed. Most of us have built or used something similar to Garys cutting table, it was his simple procedure for lifting the material onto the table that I had never thought of. Ingenious.

If you own a table saw, you know it works great for ripping long pieces. But did you know that you can crosscut wide pieces with the same ease and accuracy? All it takes is a table saw sled.

Build these two saw table extensions that will allow you to rip those 4 x 8 panels on your small table saw.

I needed a number of same-length dowels for a recent project. To keep my hands away from the tablesaw blade while cutting these, I made a dowel-cutting sled that allows me to make multiple cuts of identical lengths safely and accurately.

A table saw sled makes cross cuts fast, safe and very accurate. They are useful for trimming sheet goods, mitering small pieces, making repetitive cuts and more.

This handy table saw table easily comes apart when not in use and stores against the wall leaving room for your car.

The Pencil Post Bed featured in Woodsmith No. 153 has posts that are over six and a half feet long. This jig makes cutting tapers and chamfers on those legs a whole lot easier. Although the jig is rather large, it is simple to make. You will find the instructions in the issue. The jig rides along the rip fence of the table saw to carry the leg past the blade. An indexing system makes it easy to rotate the leg precisely to cut both the tapers and the chamfers.

While using a pushstick to rip some thin strips, I realized that there must be a better, safer way to get the work done. This fence-riding pusher provides downward pressure on the workpiece and keeps your hand well clear of the blade.

This pair of handheld blocks will provide an added measure of safety and even increase your productivity.

This table saw cart can be sized up or down depending on the size of your saw. Easy to build using the free instructions available at the link. Don't forget the wheels...to make your table saw cart mobile.

What do you do when the length of the cut extends beyond the face of the miter gauge?

Start with a blank the same thickness as the throat plate of your saw. Then use a pencil to trace the outline of the plate onto the blank...

I know I am not alone in my disregard for the splitter/blade guard assemblies that come with most table saws. The splitters are flimsy, the blade guards are always in the way, etc. I am sure I am also not alone in my penchant for working in the shop beyond...

To use it with your tablesaw, set the level platform height to match your tablesaw top, and then tilt the platform toward the saw.

One of the easiest ways to cut plastic laminate sheets is using the tablesaw. But the thin sheets can slip under the rip fence on many saws and pose a hazard, not to mention ruin the cut. What is the fix? Clamp the auxiliary fence (shown) to your saws rip fence and make dead-on cuts every time.

A Sliding Crosscut Table is one of the most useful accessories you can add to your tablesaw. With good outfeed support and an accurate crosscutting system, your saw will be as safe, accurate and versatile as any in the business.

To make the standard miter joint connection stronger you can add what are called splines which also add a decorative touch. Here is how to build a jig.

Tablesaw cut-off boxes make safe, precise crosscuts, even on long or wide stock.

Improve the accuracy of your tablesaw with this zero-clearance jig. Ditch the miter gauge to increase the accuracy of your benchtop tablesaw.

This shelf is meant to be mounted on the wall near your table saw to hold accessories you may need while using your table saw.

Follow along and watch how Jay builds his table saw outfeed table using ready made cabinets for the base.

The tablesaw and a couple of jigs are all you need to make excellent frame and panel doors and cabinet parts. This jig does the job safely and precisely.

Build this auxiliary wood fence and mating saddle for supporting stiles and other workpieces, as shown in the photo.

At the link you will find instructions as well as a short video so you can build your own table saw infeed support arms.

This is a really handy jig to have in the workshop. The crosscut sled offers safety and precision.

This homemade table saw stand features a flip-up out feed table. You can easily adjust the height depending on what is most comfortable for you. Follow along at the link and get building youw own table saw stand.