DAMIANO JIGS FOR SEGMENTED WOOD TURNING

[@tonymathesonxvs11001]

Just to say a BIG thank you Damiano for your time and patience in putting this video together and sharing.Your designed jigs are a wonder and testament to your engineering abilities which obviously translate into the finished piece, absolutely marvellous. Once again thanks for the shared knowledge and inspiration. I'm at the moment on with a segmented ring vice/clamp setup. Then it's on with making a 'wedgie sledge', then I should be almost ready to design and do my first segmented vase. I reckon this is probably going to be the most adventurous project I'll attempt at woodturning.Regards and best wishes Damiano. Tony, New Zealand.

[@damianoferraro1802]

Tony, you're very welcome and it pleases me to know you like the video. This makes to effort worth while. Thank you!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Great squaring jig, Damiano! And the vase is beautiful! Thanks for sharing! Liked and subbed. Billy

[@mattedwards4533]

I am impressed! You solved one of my problems that has left me scratching my head for a while! Thank you for the information!

[@damianoferraro1802]

glad to be of help

[@donfillenworth1721]

Brilliant! Fantastic instruction. I’m subscribing to see more. Thanks for sharing.

[@northfieldpiper]

I have enjoyed your video very much. Thank you. Pete UK

[@ThePapa1947]

Damiano I enjoyed watching your video. Very great ideas and jigs. I myself am into making jigs and fixtures and have made a lot of them. I really enjoy making segmented work also. As a retired wood patternmaker I have built a lot of jobs where the joints were right on the profile of the shape. Many of them were not turned on a lathe but carved with a spokeshave. Very accurate way to do it. You work and think like a patternmaker. Great job and I really enjoyed this video. I will watch it again for sure. Gary

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you for your gracious comments, especially from a fellow segmented turner.

[@stevendorland9489]

I liked your tool for flattening the segments. I may have to try to make something like that. Thanks for the video.

[@damianoferraro1802]

Glad you like it. If you want to make one, go for it. Remember that you must use a true running faceplate since it is used as the guide to align the slide bar square to the lathe bed.

[@chrisoberg6622]

Wonderful video, I love how you covered each step in-depth. As a new wood Turner, I have relied on other youtube turners knowledge to build my skills, thank you for your videos and wisdom on being accurate in building the projects. 😀

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you for your warm comments. I hope it helped you gain more knowledge.

[@donhovde5270]

QQqQ

[@damianoferraro1802]

thank you for your kind comments. The point is to share what we know so that others can learn.

[@4162bike]

Excellent video. Outstanding explanations. Beautiful vase.

[@imanutnur7]

Very informative and enjoyed your video. I use a flat large chuck to center my layers that insures centering from the tailstock.

[@damianoferraro1802]

A large flat large chuck is great!

[@billy19461]

I watched your video at West Island Woodturners and it was great too. You are one smart man.

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you for your kind comments. I really appreciate it.

[@joe833a]

Just plain perfection. Beautiful work!

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you.

[@roncalverley]

You are a real craftsman. Beautiful vase. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you for your gracious comment. Sharing is how we can advance and it is my humble way of giving.

[@moonwoodworks4607]

Wow, what precision, I have to say although this is 2 years old and being my first opportunity to see it I was impressed. Seems the extra time in precise cuts saves time in sanding. You have a new subscriber.

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you for the compliment. Yes, it does save both time and wood. Especially if you're using expensive exotic woods.

[@ThePapa1947]

Hi Damiano, this video popped up again so I just watched it...again. I really should make one of your facing setups. But I can transfer my chuck onto my metal lathe and do the same thing. I hope people listen to your turn by the numbers so to speak method. This is how we built patterns at work. Having cross sections of a shape we would build to that then carve away the material between the 2 surfaces. Did it a lot with staves and sometimes segmented turnings as well. But especially on staves that were not turnings. Your video never gets old. Hope you are doing well my friend, Gary

[@damianoferraro1802]

Hello Gary, hope you're doing well through this virus crisis. Using your metal lathe is a great idea. I have one myself but its capacity is only 12" and most of my work is bigger. so the flattening jig comes in handy. Since that video I've added an extension on the left to my lathe. So I don't have to remove my work. I now flatten my rings on the outboard side. Believe it or not, I've sold quite a number of jigs due to the video. Thanks for your added compliment. I just saw again your video on dizzy bowls. I'm working on a Japanese style vase about 36" tall and want to incorporate your dizzy bowl concept. Are you still putting out videos? I'm not being notified if you do.

[@josephwise485]

Very nice video and explanation. I like your system for flattening your rings, very inventive.

[@damianoferraro1802]

thank you!

[@GordonRock1]

Your jig is sensational, sir! I’m subscribing in hopes that you will be publishing more videos in the future. I really enjoyed this video! 👏👏👏👍👍👍🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 Happy turning, .....Gord

[@damianoferraro1802]

thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it. It is these remarks that makes making these videos worth while. And I hope this inspires.

[@stevemitchell1265]

great video. I have often said that segmented turning turns the light on the idea that "close enough is good enough for woodworkers". Contractor grade table saws and chop saws are not accurate enough for segemnted turning. I applaud that you have introduced precision adjustments in your jigs. Great work!

[@damianoferraro1802]

thank you for the encouragement.

[@Zzrdemon6633]

Segmented was how I learned to do it when I was in shop class 46 years ago, picked up woodturning 6 years ago after 40 yrs off!

[@damianoferraro1802]

great hobby!

[@KoffiBossoMath]

I am a new subscriber here. Well done for your video.

[@matthewfocheezy8740]

Excellent video!!! Thank you for this idea

[@damianoferraro1802]

You're very welcome. Glad you liked it.

[@edlamp6402]

Thank you! Very worth watching for me considering I'm 2 years green. You are an excellent instructor.

[@damianoferraro1802]

thank you

[@nukebert1]

Excellent video Sir!

[@damianoferraro1802]

thank you

[@italianconnection]

Beautiful Piece Damiano

[@damianoferraro1802]

thank you.

[@albertopabon3155]

Lo Felicito todo un maestro artesano, muy buena explicacion y muy bonito su trabajo, saludos y bendiciones.

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you very much, Alberto

[@RSmith-ld9ct]

BRAVO Sir. BRAVO.

[@noelgreen9381]

Never mind, I saw the response to a similar comment. Great work.

[@dakotamax2]

The draw-by-number, point-to-point approach to shaping the vase is so easy to understand. I am a total novice (as in I just unboxed my lathe). I have a distance to travel before my first hollow form project. I'd love to order a set of plans for your flattening jig if one is available.

[@damianoferraro1802]

send me an email

[@dakotamax2]

@@damianoferraro1802 Need your email address.

[@MrLes1944]

beautiful work. I like to do segmented work and your flattening jig is brilliant. I have used large boards with abrasive paper and the edge of a sharpened square bar but I will be making one like that now

[@damianoferraro1802]

I'm happy that you like it. Do make one. A little note of advise, make sure that the face plate that you will use to square the cutting tool to the lathe bed runs true. ONEWAY makes very good ones. Good luck!

[@MrLes1944]

@@damianoferraro1802 Made it last night. Not as pretty as yours and runs along the bed as, does the tailstock, with no free play.I will set it square to headstock and bolt it permenantly. I used a allen key to make a cutter and at first try it seems to work well. thanks for the idea

[@MrLes1944]

@@damianoferraro1802 just to let you know that in the past I fixed up a small router in a cross vice which was fairly successful

[@damianoferraro1802]

@@MrLes1944 send me a jpeg of it. I'd love to see it.

[@lestopping1764]

@@damianoferraro1802 the jig worked to a point but I used a 1" square tube with a powder finish ( as metal furniture) and the movement was very jerky so didn't leave a good finish. I will get to making a working one or may use this idea to mount a small router to do the cutting as I have in the past. Great idea of yours though and I will sub to check out your other jigs

[@gaetanallard6931]

Hey Damiano, i always notice that you were a genious guy during our passed meeting at WIW. Great video and keep up making us learning ;0))

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you very much, Gaetan.

[@vernonbartle2731]

@@damianoferraro1802 n..nn

[@edlloyd976]

Well done Damiano, precision is your middle name, very interesting indeed, thank you for the presentation.

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you Ed. As you know exotic woods are very expensive so accuracy will reduce the loss dramatically.

[@roberthwilliams9597]

Love your methods

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you. I'm hoping that this helps you and others in similar type of turnings.

[@timbutler3733]

Good video, thanks

[@TheKommanderkeith]

Great Video!

[@damianoferraro1802]

many thanks

[@johnmay3266]

The only thing I can say is brilliant!!!

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you for your gracious comment. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@imanutnur7]

I use a large flat chuck to center up my segment to ensure gluing as well as turning the surface of the segmented rings.

[@damianoferraro1802]

That's fine. It depends on how big your rings are.

[@KevinCoop1]

Are you planning any more videos? Very nice process for accuracy.

[@damianoferraro1802]

yes, but somewhat slow in coming. Thank you for your support.

[@NoelPepin]

Verry nice technique sir!

[@damianoferraro1802]

thank you.

[@billy19461]

Do you have plans for your segment jig and the truing jig? Would love to build one of each. That was a GREAT video!

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you for your kind comments. The jigs were made on the fly. I don't have plans. Send me an email and I will send you the plans when I make them.

[@josefontes3249]

very explained thank you

[@damianoferraro1802]

My pleasure. I'm glad you liked the video.

[@rickgilliland9010]

I love your facing tool! Did you ever make a sketch or plan?

[@damianoferraro1802]

yes I have made the drawings, I also make them for those who wish to obtain one.

[@pwest180]

I wish to obtain one@@damianoferraro1802

[@rmacbow]

Are a genius sir.

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you for your warm comments. Much appreciated.

[@enriquealvarez_artesano]

Incredible work, I loved the tutorial. Do you sell the jigs? especially the flating jig?

[@damianoferraro1802]

yes, the flattening jig. You can contact me via email.

[@joaomoreira8524]

Uma obra admirável, parabéns!!!

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you.

[@jimrenderer6627]

Wonderful video, sir. I know you said that you weren't going to focus on the turning, but, did you turn the inside of the vase as you built the segments ?

[@damianoferraro1802]

Yes, absolutely. I didn't mention any of that. I finish all my work inside and out the same way. I turn and finish the inside as the vase grows. The outside is done after.

[@terryreed1421]

I enjoyed your video and that is one beautiful vase! What did you glue to the surface of your centering platform so you could remove any leftover glue and then reuse? In the past I've used cole jaws but I'm not 100% satisfied with my results.

[@damianoferraro1802]

I used arborite (the material used in kitchen countertops ). Remember that it is used as a faceplate so the surface you glue that to must be flat and square to the lathe bed.

[@adriancook9172]

Fantastic video! Are plans on how to make your squaring jig or do sell jigs like this!

[@damianoferraro1802]

Many thanks for your kind compliment. Because of numerous requests I decided to make them. So, yes I do make them for those wishing to purchase one. For more details, email me at [e-mail].

[@ricktanguay2310]

Hello Damiano, Great Video! Could you send me the plans for truing the rings please. If not, is there a pdf file online that I could download?

[@damianoferraro1802]

send me a request by email.

[@jackmarashlian2463]

Thank you for your informative video,I enjoyed it very much, but I have a question... you did not mention inside of the vase you did not turned it or smooth it up? Kind Regards from OZ Jack Marashlian

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you, Jack, for your kind words. In the video I mentioned that I wanted to concentrate on my assembly procedure and not in the turning. My work is finished inside just like outside sealed and polished. I do that every three rings or when in tight corners.

[@johnheyd2262]

Like you said, there are many different ways to do segmenting Damiano, but life is short and I think your method is very complex and time consuming - I would defer to Seg-easy method. But your method is an alternative. Well done video.

[@gdonham1203]

John why rain on his parade. It is fine if it is not for you but people should be supported and not critiqued. If he had done something dangerous a comment would then be appropriate but because he has chosen to stray from the herd is no reason for criticism. He has obviously spent a lot of time and energy to develop his method and I commend him for his effort and you should support him. If you have nothing good to say then say nothing. Sorry for my critique but your comment rubbed me the wrong way.

[@ronnie100393]

Great work,do you sell the flatting tool for the rings

[@damianoferraro1802]

yes, send me an email and I'll give all the details.

[@tielkgate]

Damiano, thank you for sharing your squaring tool. I spoke with my friend today, asking him if we could make this tool. He said yes and is excited about it, (he has all the big metel working tools and lathe). I sent him the link to the video for his examination. Your explanation of the tool and your process was/is very well done. Your vase is very beautiful. I am just a few weeks away from completing my new woodworking shop, and my new lathe is waiting for me there. It's been a while since I stood at a lathe, but as my late dad explained it to me, It's like riding a bike, it all comes back quickly. Do you have a set of plans for this tool? Thanks - Lowell

[@damianoferraro1802]

Yes I do. Send me an email and I will send it to you.

[@tielkgate]

@@damianoferraro1802 I sent an email with my address - let me know if you do not receive it.

[@gdonham1203]

Very nice. Is you background as a metal machinist? Your jigs are made of metal, most segmented jigs are made of wood. Most woodworkers are not very comfortable with metal fabrication. Every artist has his own method of making and yours is unique. Most woodworkers hesitate to call themselves artists. You are definitely an artist. Thanks for your sharing.

[@damianoferraro1802]

I have a bit of practice but aluminium can be cut with a table saw with a carbide tipped blade. It's all cutting, drilling and tapping.

[@terryreed1421]

My first thought after seeing his segment cutting jig was...not a good idea to use that on my Sawstop.

[@damianoferraro1802]

Yes I Totally agree. If you have sawstop this metal jig would not be suitable.

[@damianoferraro1802]

@@davenarducci9410 it would not work because it is made of metal and when you cut, it will activate the sawstop safety feature if the a tooth of the blade were to touch the jig.

[@andreik8013]

Hi Damiano, Great video. Great Ideas. Great execution. But what's next? We are all (I checked feedback) thirsty for new creations of yours. Hopefully Covid never knocked your door...?

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you for your kind remarks. My videos are slow in coming because I'm not properly equipped to make videos. The first and only video so far was made by a good friend and hopefully will come around to setting myself out for more. Thank you for watching this one. Check under " west island woodturners". The club I belong has couple of my demos.

[@hv1461]

Wonderful. What about the inside though ? It just remains stepped ?

[@damianoferraro1802]

The inside is finished just like outside. As I mentioned at the end of the video, I concentrated on the procedure not the turning. All of my segmented work is finished inside and outside.

[@jefferybonem7336]

I like your cutting jig. Will it work fir cutting staves?

[@damianoferraro1802]

Cutting a segment IS a stave. But it is very short. The maximum stave that you can get is limited to the saw blade height. And then it would not be safe. Not recommend it. And you're also limited to 16 segments.

[@noelgreen9381]

Nice job. How or when did you turn the inside?

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you for your gracious comment. The inside is finished just like the outside. The inside was turned sealed and polished as the vase was being glued up. I did not show it because I made this video to show the process I use to assemble my segmented work. In future videos I may want to include that to avoid this issue.

[@philipselman2564]

Nice real nice + sure would like to have a one-way lathe thank you SIR

[@damianoferraro1802]

thank you

[@mikeguschke]

Mr. Ferraro, what is the tailstock accessory you installed just prior to turning the outside of the vase? it looked like a plate with an adapter. I enjoyed watching your presentation very much.

[@damianoferraro1802]

The tailstock is fitted with a OneWay live center that has a 3/4" x 10 threads per inch. To this I added an adaptor to allow me to install a faceplate, chuck etc. The adaptor has the same thread size as the headstock.

[@rcimig]

Are you measuring the width of the segment? I understand that determines the finished diameter, but how do you maintain the angle of cut?

[@damianoferraro1802]

The width of the segment determines the wall thickness of the vessel taking into consideration the curve at each ring position. The segment width is found during the process of determining the shape of the segment at its particular position in the vessel. The diameter is determined by the length of the segment. I maintain the angle of 22.5 degrees by using the cutting jig designed for this angle. My cutting jig is very stable and very accurate but not flexible. Only 22.5 degrees for a 16 segment ring. Cut carefully and the ring diameter will be to within 1/16" accurately predictable.

[@luthiertavares3221]

Best

[@mrcafe100]

Very well explaine you are a great teacher very nice bowl thanks want to see more do you have some kind of templet to calculate the lenth of eaches segment for the ring 5 6 8 10 inches ect Thanks again (excuse my frenh) Michel

[@damianoferraro1802]

Merci pour les compliments. Quand je commence un projet, je le dessine avec un logiciel à dessin comme Autocad ou d''autre. Donc je me casse pas la tête a faire des calculs. C'est le programme qui fait tout cela. Si tu m'envoi un courriel je t'enverrais les dessins du projet que tu vien de voir. Ou on peut utiliser une feuille quadrillé pour faire le dissin puis on pourra prendre les mesures actuel.

[@mrcafe100]

@@damianoferraro1802 Merci Voici mon adresse couriel [e-mail]

[@pwest180]

I read below that you make the facing jig for folks that want one. How do I get one?.

[@damianoferraro1802]

contact me via email.

[@terryhallett8286]

How do you stop the wood from shrinking and the glue joint sticking out after you finished it

[@damianoferraro1802]

That problem is due to two possible scenarios. One is that the wood used to make the segments is not dry and the other is that if two distinctly different wood types are glued together, and the expansion rate for each is different there will be a shift when the work is exposed to a change in temperature. This will cause what used to be a clean smooth joint to one that can be felt when you pass your hand over it. it's not major but it's there.

[@georgevalente4223]

With your sled. How long would it take to cut 7 rings?

[@damianoferraro1802]

If your strips are cut to size, about 30 minutes should do at 16 segments per ring.

[@tonymathesonxvs11001]

Hello Damiano, again, I forgot to ask what design package you use for your segmented pieces and is it available to acquire/purchase? Also, have you any plans to make any more videos please? Cheers Damiano, Tony New Zealand.

[@damianoferraro1802]

The cad program I use is an old version of autocad. Any good cad program would be good. I will make other videos but they will be somewhat slow in coming.

[@richardmolenda7119]

Good

[@marykedykhuizen6902]

Beautiful vase. Does the stop determine the diameter of the rings? I cannot seem to get this measurement correct

[@damianoferraro1802]

The stop determines the length of the segment and that determines the diameter of each ring.

[@marykedykhuizen6902]

@@damianoferraro1802 Thankyou so much!

[@damianoferraro1802]

@@marykedykhuizen6902 I use a CAD program to design projects. Then I get all the dimensions.

[@marykedykhuizen6902]

@@damianoferraro1802 I don't know what CAD program is

[@damianoferraro1802]

@@marykedykhuizen6902 computer aided design.(CAD) A number of types. avilable

[@russellsyens874]

Great squaring jig. Can it be purchased? Plan?

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you for your interest in the squaring ( or flattening tool ). I built it on the fly so it is not available for purchase but another viewer requested the same and as soon as I get another CAD program I will make the plans and send it to you. The CAD program I had got corrupted. Send me an email and as soon as I get it done I will be happy to send it to you.

[@turkeycreekknives133]

Just wondered if you got your cad problem fixed? What is the cost for the plans please !

[@rickwize1182]

Damiano, I would also like to build the flattening jig as I have some metalworking capabilities. Not sure how to email you tho?

[@damianoferraro1802]

@@rickwize1182 Hello Rick, sorry for the lengthy delay. Better late than never. At the end of the video you'll see the email address.

[@imzzaudae]

Great job. Thank you.

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you, Ron, I appreciate it.

[@jimbazemore5985]

Hi Damiano, I too admire your work and ease with which you explain things. You are an artist. Iwould love to get a copy of your flattening jig plans. Please let me know the cost. Thank you for sharing your work.

[@damianoferraro1802]

thank you for your warm comments and I'm glad you like my explanations. Send me a request by email and will gladly send you a jpeg of the plans.

[@jackmarashlian2463]

Hi Damiano, I have enjoyed your video, first time I come across your videos.and have joined your subscription, you have designed a better jig then the one I made and use for 90 degree straightening , I was wondering if you do have the sketch or drawing for it I can have to improve my jig it will be greatly appreciated. Thanking you in advance Kind regards from OZ Jack Marashlian

[@damianoferraro1802]

Hello Jack, send me a request by email so that I can send you the info.

[@jackmarashlian2463]

@@damianoferraro1802 for the straightening Jig [e-mail] Jack Marashlian

[@papaharold7538]

Hi! Wondering if you sell the squaring jig?

[@damianoferraro1802]

I now do. Send me a request at [e-mail].

[@gerrygross-ri6sm]

I would really like to have the dimensions of that flattening tool.

[@damianoferraro1802]

send me a request via email

[@dakotamax2]

@@damianoferraro1802 What is your email address?

[@rodolfogilvanfantim2822]

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[@damianoferraro1802]

I use an old version of AutoCAD. There is software available for segmented work that you can get on line. one of them is segment pro.

[@jacksdvdslewis2222]

Mr. Ferraro; Very informative video. I was unable to locate your email in order to request the facing jig and segment cutting jig. Please advise!

[@damianoferraro1802]

check the end of the video

[@damianoferraro1802]

Just informing you that I do make the facing jig if you are still interested.

[@glencrandall7051]

Do I understand you make for sale the Jig you created for flattening segmented rings on the lathe? If so I am interested in purchasing one. If not the actual jig then at least the plans. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay safe.🙂🙂May I have your email address?

[@damianoferraro1802]

Thank you for your interest Yes, I make the flattening jig for sale. My email address is at the end of the video,

[@jackmarashlian2463]

Hi Damian I just wrote to you below, can you forward me a PDF of your parallel jig please it is great for segmenting which I do enjoy it I shall try to find how I can forward you my email regards from Oz Jack Marashlian

[@damianoferraro1802]

I have made the guide on the fly. So no drawings are available yet. When I get them done, I'll be glad to send you a copy in pdf. send me an email so that I can forward you the pdf.

[@johanvandyk6532]

@2:11 how is the drawing generated?

[@damianoferraro1802]

I used an old version of AutoCAD and my old fashion drawing skills to design a shape and then using projection, I get the different rings that make up the shape(in this case a vase)

[@jackmarashlian2463]

I did sent it Jack

[@thomashalvorsen4923]

Your saw blade is set dangerously high. Lower it down!!

[@damianoferraro1802]

Yes it's too high for regular cutting. But when the blade is high the cutting force is more vertical (downwards) so the segments are more stable during the cut, and it also reduces the length of the kerf in the aluminum base. With my cutting jig, the total travel distance is limited by the stops in the slots. And in addition to that, there are clamps on each side of the blade to hold the segment and the strip. So the danger is greatly reduced. We all know the danger that is present when we use power tools. We must be vigilant when we use them. But thank you. I appreciate your observation and comment.

[@kurtottosen448]

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[@richedgar3322]

you have combined wood working with metal working which 99% of wood workers do not do-- bad video !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@damianoferraro1802]

Too bad you have not learned anything from the video. It's not for everyone and definitely not for you.