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Hi-Tech k Trunnion Alignment. For easy and precise trunnion alignment, nothing beats the Precision Alignment and Locking System (PALS). Tune-Up Tools You can bring your table saw to peak performance by following the steps on the preceding pages. But there are some "hi-tech" products that can make the whole process easier and more accurate. (For sources of the products mentioned below, refer to page 35.) Dial Indicator Kit - One of the first I would recommend is the Basic A-Iine-It kit from In-Line Industries. Ifs shown in the photo at right The kit consists of a dial indicator and a pair of machined aluminum bars that screw together. One bar fits the miter slot and can be adjusted for a snug fit Hie cross bar holds the indicator at whatever position you need it They also make a more advanced kit with a few more accessories. Truing Disc - if your checks should indicate a runout problem, there is a product available that will allow you to minimize it And thaf s a truing disc by Veritas (see inset). The truing disc allows you to "tweak" the saw blade and correct the runout by tightening a series of set screws against the saw blade. Dampener - Sometimes vibration from the motor or belt can cause a rough cut Forrest makes blade stiffeners in three sizes (4", 5", and 6") that help dampen the vibra Belts & Pulleys. A link belt and machined pulleys will make your saw run smoother. k Stiffener. Although it reduces the depth of cut, a blade stiffener is an inexpensive way to reduce saw blade vibration. tion and improve the cut (right photo). But there is one drawback to using either the truing disc or a blade stabilizer. Both will reduce the depth of cut of the saw blade. Belt & Pulleys - You can also minimize vibration by replacing your belt and pulleys with a link belt and machined pulleys, as shown below. To determine if a kit is available for your saw, contact In-Li'iie Industries. There's one last "hi-tech" product you'll definitely want to look at if you're having problems aligning your trunnions. Ifs called PALS (lower right photo). PALS stands for Precision Alignment and Locking System. Attached to the rear trunnion, PALS makes it a simple task to align the trunnion to your saw blade and then lock it in place so the trunnion can't move. Not bad for a $20 product (again from In-Litie Industries) k Zero Out the Runout. With this saw blade truing disc, you can reduce the runout of your table saw to a minimum. |
