The Secret To Perfect Segmented Rings

In this video I discuss how I use my wedgie sled to create perfect segmented rings. ↓↓↓↓Click here to show more below ↓↓↓↓
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[@0602Jonboy]

one of the finest tutorials I've seen cutting segments. Plain, simple but very meaningful tips. Thank you for sharing. Just wish you could ship to the uk😢Regards, Tony.

[@roberttill3787]

The secret is mentioned but not fully explained in the video. Your angle template could be perfect, but setting the sled up can, and often does set a certain error into the sled as you are cutting on two fences. By marking the side of the wood you cut, and turning it each time you make a cut in the sled, it cancels out the error in the set up of the jig (sled). Another point not mentioned is when setting up the template needs to be EXACTLY 90 degrees to the saw blade. Even a minor amount out can be a massive error when cutting. Ideally the end of the template needs to be on the sawblade when setting up, cancelling errors. In the video, yours did not reach the end of the sled and touch the saw blade. Personally i would remake the sled.

[@MichaelCoolidge]

The other point is to constantly ensure there is no sawdust trapped between the board you are cutting and the two fences.

[@cfamily9095]

Hi Dave -- Great videos. I'm a fairly new woodworker. Can you answer a question for me? if the two fences on your wedgie sled aren't perfectly symmetrical, even though the angle of the cuts are the same, isn't the trapezoid distorted? Or does it not matter? Thanks - Craig

[@MrPete1x]

I always clamp small pieces to the sled as I pass them into the blade

[@jpopelish]

If you had to make another skid, would you do it the same way, or put the twp pivots a bit further apart, so you wouldn't need to knock the two corners off? Or, maybe just knock the corner off the back of the first fence? Also, there is a good reason to have a platform in front of the front fence, but little reason to have an equally big, back porch, behind the rear fence. Symmetry is pretty, but doesn't use the skid area very effectively.

[@timgarner]

Thanks for sharing! I have been doing segmented rings for a bit and have had trouble getting tight joints. Now I learned how to do it! Thanks, Dave!

[@krank2kold]

Where can I buy the sled & the stop? My biggest issue is getting the correct measurement for the stop. I use some weird sizes. It's kinda time consuming finding 2.24 for my stop.

[@AllenOxendine]

Thanks for sharing 👍

[@mikethompson9745]

Hi there, I am about to try my first segmented bowl, i have watched a lot of how to's and one thing that I am not clear on is the thickness of the stock, on calculator changes the stock thickness per ring size, I understand why, but if i am using 3/4 material for each ring i should be ok Or should I use 1" thick stock, the calculator specked 1.5 " stock so i am not sure thanks

[@davidgoldsmith8371]

Question- If a person is using alternating wood types (say walnut and oak), how is it possible to utilize your your method and not lose the advantage? I'm excited about the possibility that your offers! method

[@FranklinWoodWorks2016]

Wow. Been doing segments for a long time, and still learned something new. Well done Dave!

[@ovenordhaug]

A valuable contribution for us novice segment turners. Thank you!

[@cornwasher]

Boy, this video answers the problems associated with getting segments to fit properly. Thanks a million.

[@jimbennett2940]

Great safety tip - thanks for sharing!!

[@stewartmcmanus3991]

Very well explained, thank you.

[@daveb.misc.2589]

That explains it Dave! Ive never done any segmented pieces, because i didnt think i could get them to fit together tightly. I might end up trying it one of these days! Thanks!

[@tonyprofera9914]

Well then! That was truly helpful and a great tutorial Thanks for sharing it with us! You are a rock star!

[@TheTdeline]

Great job Dave. You explain the process with great detail. I'm going to have to build one of these jig and purchase your templates at your online store.👍

[@billm4560]

Thanks for that good tip Dave! 👍🏻 I’ve been cutting some out and I didn’t mark them! 😞 Have more to cut tomorrow and I’ll mark those! Also I’m using your templates!Thank you for sharing!