Diy Table Saw Fence Rail

To hang the guide rail accurately in position you ll need your step down spacing set up.

Diy table saw fence rail. We ll use the terms table saw fence and rip fence interchangeably in this article. You will only need a few simple supplies to make your table saw fence. The entirety of the fence is almost made using only one inch plywood. Often known as a rip fence a table saw fence allows you to safely and accurately cut and rip wood using your table saw.

The way this wooden table saw fence works is that it is designed to move on a rail with a tape measure and it also comes with a wooden lever that would secure it in place wherever. The fence rail itself can also be shimmed but if you were careful about how the fence was made and fastened to the saw it should already be close enough. Here s a look at how close the fit should be red arrow below. Another interesting feature in this diy table saw fence plan is attaching a piece of hardwood over the edge on the back side of the table to prevent the possible wobbling of the fence.

Just like the table saw fence in number 4 this table saw fence is entirely made from wood. Clamp guide rail to table. Check for existing holes in table saw that you can use fig 19a making a solid table saw guide rail is the first thing to consider when looking to upgrade your saw.