I know it's an old video but a tip for future viewers: an easier way to cut the initial kerf when the blade hits the bottom of the insert (throat plate), install the original insert with the fence alongside it. Using dbl stick tape, attach the new insert directly above it. Apply a 2× brace over the right side of the insert & clamp it to the fence to secure it in place. Turn on saw & slowly raise blade all the way up to cut the kerf in the new insert. Remove the old insert & complete the cut up through the new one. It's precise as long as you've lined it up accurately and clamped it down securely. Hope this helps...
@RagnBoneBrown7 жыл бұрын
This is awesome. Love the lip. Best one I've seen for the dw745. 👍🏻 I need to make a new one but I keep putting it off!
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Keith really appreciate your comments. The chopping board was really easy to work with; the finish from the router was really good and it cuts like a dream. I'm going to make more stuff from this material I think!
@ohadkondor77925 жыл бұрын
I think this is the best solution I've seen to date. Thanks for posting.
@Ravi-or6xc7 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy watching all of your videos and as I have recently bought the DW745 I am inspired by your video and will be looking to make an zero clearance insert soon. Nice one, keep up the good work on your videos!!!
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ravi glad you found it useful.
@johnwalters54003 жыл бұрын
Nicely explained and I love the chopping board idea. One thing- I know others have said about using a pushstick but it can't be said enough. I had a kickback recently with a bit of plywood and looking at the trajectory of the blade marks on the wood, if I hadn't been using a pushstick I'd would have to give up the guitar:-)
@adamcoe Жыл бұрын
Great idea that I wish I had seen earlier! I have a similar saw and ended up paying to get a zero clearance insert 3D printed, and still had to file and sand it to get it to fit, when I could have just done what you did and gotten a dollar store cutting board and been off to the races. Nice job!
@gillessophie61587 жыл бұрын
very good job. I have a dewalt dw 745 for few months and all your videos on it gave me a lot of ideas. thanks and greetings from France. I like your videos
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Bonjour Gilles Merci pour vos commentaires.
@BennettPictures7 жыл бұрын
An amazing bit of engineering here! And it's 'on brand' with the colouring too!
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks I couldn't have had it any other colour!
@alasdairmackenzie5157 жыл бұрын
That is a nice job! I'll copy your work exactly, if I may... I have the same saw and your solution seems the best I've come across. Definite thumbs up!
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alasdair copy away!
@galland34966 жыл бұрын
Good, but where is the riving knife fitted ?
@Badgerworkshop7 жыл бұрын
Looks great. I had the same problem on my saw of the blade being higher than the supports. I fitted the smaller glad from my circular saw to start the cut.
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Badger Workshop good idea I tried the one off my circular saw but the shaft on the table saw is too big for the blade.
@michaelevans16587 жыл бұрын
Great job , old poly chopping boards may be good for little router jig attachments.
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael.
@barryroberts64707 жыл бұрын
A Thumbs up from me and a great idea using a chopping board for it, maybe you should make 1 or 2 more as spares. I use a chopping board to do the runners on my table saw for sleds etc. Well Done. Barry (ENG)
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Barry I'll probably make another and can use the new one as an accurate template!
@TimRoyalPastortim7 жыл бұрын
Great detail on the video... a suggestion on the raising blade. Start with a 7 1/4 circular saw blade. Simple and quick
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim I probably should have said in the video that I tried the blade from my circular saw but it doesn't fit the shaft on my table saw so this was the only option I had.
@TimRoyalPastortim7 жыл бұрын
Interesting... usually tablesaw and circular saw are both 5/8"
@shedmanx36404 жыл бұрын
Thanks for showing us how you did that. I just purchased a Dewalt saw last night so I’ll be trying the same thing on the weekend. Thanks again. Much appreciated. 🇦🇺👍🏻
@jammywesty912 жыл бұрын
Did a cracking job with the lip and emulating the screws. Great job mate.
@garybarchas49845 жыл бұрын
I think I just found my new inserts! I've tried a few others and they fall short in in one manner or another. Never thought of the levelling screws. Sure eliminates a lot of shimming and cussing! Lol Thanks!
@whoDatBeDare7 жыл бұрын
Well done. Thanks for the contribution. Wish I had watched this before trying the same thing a few hours ago with the same material for the DWE7491. I did use the routing method as I wanted an exact copy. I did notice the thinner side would move inward with pressure so just screwed it down to keep it in place on the router table. I didn't want to remove the insert screws from the original and chance messing the height around. So just blacked marked the tips and pressed the original down on the new. Leaving black marked holes. Then centre punch. To allow for the riving knife. I used my drop saw to lengthen the blade slot to 2mm from the end. Turned over and dropped again. And used the Jigsaw to finish. For some reason my table saw rising cut was really tight. The drop saw helped to widen enough for a smooth rise and fall. HTH
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks WhoDatBe Dare it's never as easy as you first think!
@whoDatBeDare7 жыл бұрын
Happy Wife Happy Life LOL. So true. You make it look so easy.
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
I think I got lucky with the approach on this one!
@BlessedLaymanNC5 жыл бұрын
I am glad you knew where the blade was coming up! I cringed until I saw it come clear. LOL. I just got a DW745 for myself and am planning to make my zero today. Our insert plates are a little different, but I'm glad I saw this because I did not plan for the high section on the side. I didn't see your riving knife, so I guess you don't use it. On my previous saw, the riving knife has prevented several kickbacks, so I am going to accommodate it. Instead of routing the track for the blade, I am going to use my stock plate and push my new plate into the blade set just high enough to penetrate the top, and just far enough to reach the end. Then, I can raise the blade through the front of the plate and keep my riving knife attached. I will still have a zero clearance but it will extend past the riving knife. I noticed that your stock plate did not have a finger hole and you added one. Mine came with one right where you drilled yours. My new one will have one there as well. I also like the way you did your tabs, well your one big tab, lol. My new plate will be wood, but I may also make the same tab you made. Thank you for your video.
@BlessedLaymanNC5 жыл бұрын
I'm afraid my DeWalt was short lived. Mine was defective and the fence teeth started curling over within two weeks. It had a few other issues I would have overlooked, but because of the fence, mostly, I returned it to exchange for a new one. Instead of getting another DeWalt, I added a few dollars and stepped up to a more expensive Hitachi c10RJ. I still love the DeWalts. I just think I got a rare lemon.
@rayscrafield21063 жыл бұрын
Excellent. Now you just need to make one for your dado blade. Great idea using the cutting board.
@WheresMyPencilUK3 жыл бұрын
Don’t have a dado they are not available in the uk. Illegal due to safety reasons. 🤷🏼♂️
@rayscrafield21063 жыл бұрын
@@WheresMyPencilUK Why in the world not? Are they afraid you might "cut" yourself? LOL. Like a table saw isn't dangerous with just a regular blade? I can't believe that!
@WheresMyPencilUK3 жыл бұрын
Yep I think it’s an EU thing now we have left the EU we might be able to buy them soon. 🤞🏼
@envisionCamusa3 жыл бұрын
@@WheresMyPencilUK Can't you order one online and have it delivered to circumvent that rule?
@cisforcallan3 жыл бұрын
@@envisionCamusa Table saw models manufactured for use in the EU and here in the UK have a shorter arbor to prevent the use of dado blades! Madness.
@eileenpickett4316 жыл бұрын
Just watched your zero clearance table saw incert and considering you were short changed by Amazon (incorrect dimensions)you worked it out quite well,you overcame the problems you were faced with and made a very good incert which I'm sure that you are pleased with,so I give you my 5 ☆ rating
@planbcool43187 жыл бұрын
Nice job, I've got the makita mlt100 table saw and the inserts less than half that thickness. Makes it a bit trickier to make a decent insert like yours.
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks you could try fitting splines or supports to the underside to make it more solid if you are making a thin one.
@krismarkduthie21787 жыл бұрын
I've seen people make them with a rebate round the outside to fit into slimmer profiled saws.
@planbcool43187 жыл бұрын
Kris Mark Duthie Cheer's, will have look on youtube
@woodprojectswithalex26925 жыл бұрын
An innovative woodworker like you is not deserved to gets a thumbs down. It looked like the original Dewalt replacement part!! good job man. Thanks for sharing that with us
@Coggy-ci7qy7 жыл бұрын
Hi, another great idea for the saw many thanks, just one point though. At 10.30 you advise that material on the left side of the saw insert was preventing the snug fit of the plate and that you removed this with your router off camera. Are you talking about the guard mesh around the saw ? It does sit a little above the height of the screw platform on the left hand side but does this need to be removed (with a router !)
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Cheers Christopher. I removed the material on the left underside of the insert with the router just to be sure it wouldn't touch the saw housing and cloth material. It probably would have been ok given the screws raised it by about 2mm. Didn't take long as I was routing out the slot for the blade. 👍🏼
@Glenfiddich1014 жыл бұрын
Nice looking design there mate, it's a great idea to use a chopping board but what about the riving knife ?? where is it ??
@hughelgar25404 жыл бұрын
if you're not using a riving knife, at least use a push stick! But you can add a splitter for a bit more safety.
@felixreali71015 жыл бұрын
great video. I have the same TS and I absolutely HATE the insert that comes with it. (and don't get me started on the mitre gage). Thanks for sharing this. I will be making one this evening. but please please please use a push-stick. liking and subscribing. keep 'em coming
@larsonbennett59034 жыл бұрын
Very nice work; however, you're a very brave dude putting your fingers that close to the blade at the end of the video.
@tensor1317 жыл бұрын
awesome work. Have only just unpacked my dw745 so this is one for the future!
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Phil.
@Bill_CBR7 жыл бұрын
Nicely done, I'll have to look around and see if the wife has any plastic cutting boards that are due for an upgrade :-). One thought on cutting the blade slot. Rather than routing out a slot to provide clearance, you might try using a 7 1/2" blade from your circular saw. That would allow you to cut the slot for clearance and then put the regular blade back in. Anyway, great job overall.
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bill unfortunately the arbour on my circular saw is a different size to that of the table saw. The kerf width is thinner too. So I had to do it this way.
@adencitydiy736 жыл бұрын
Good work, but you should use the push stick.
@SIRRONW3 жыл бұрын
it looks pretty good but does the insert flex any?? if it flexes it you could get an angled cut instead of a 90 degree cut. i would also recommend u use some push blocks...
@316woodworks9 Жыл бұрын
When you plunged the 1st cut, did the block of wood help? Ive seen painters tape used but i also though of the wood block above the cut. Let me know pls
@darkdelta5 жыл бұрын
I've heard of guys mounting a circ. saw blade to make the initial slot cut. I have one of these saws and I'll follow your path on this one. Nice work.
@WheresMyPencilUK5 жыл бұрын
Thanks the arbour on my circular saw is a different diameter to the table saw. Blade kerf is thinner too so not an option unfortunately.
@KRColson7 жыл бұрын
Well done mate! Ingenious using a poly cutting board, I never thought of that. Cheers.
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kevin.
@lincolndickerson12932 жыл бұрын
First love the idea of using a cutting board. Thinking you could have cut the board in 1/2, glued one on top the other then planed or resawed back down to 1/2 inch. My first attempt at this I used oak which was a very poor choice and cut the slot “almost” long enough for the riving knife. The riving knife at full hieght broke the insert. I am going to try your method next. DeWalt made this typical shop task, 0 clearance insert, a woodworkers challenge for sure.
@DTSVK4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for an inspiration. Still I hava a question. Could you make 3 inserts from that board?
@elvisoshaughnessy12557 жыл бұрын
Hi, I like your video's and give inspiration doing small projects around the house, I have seen few on eBay and Amazon DW 475 1700w with 240v,DW475 1700w with 230v, DW475 1700w with 110v and DW 475 1700w with 110v reconditioned what it mean I don't know. Please advice which one I should go for in the future as my current table saw getting rid of it,I shall much appreciate your advice
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
The 240v, 230v, 110v is the voltage. Reconditioned means it is a used one that has been reconditioned.
@elvisoshaughnessy12557 жыл бұрын
Happy Wife Happy Life thanks so which one I should choose
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Are you in the U.K.?
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Ok it's the 240v you want. I'd avoid eBay as if you have any issues it could be difficult. I got mine here: www.dm-tools.co.uk/mobile/product.php?sn=DEWDW745 They are as cheap as anyone and do free delivery.
@wayneg21395 жыл бұрын
Just got done making one out of plywood for my old Delta saw. Wanted a plastic one. Could not find any plastic at the hardware stores or lumber yards. Never though to look in the kitchen isle at the local market.
@thomasgreen85325 жыл бұрын
I had thought of using the same kind of material to make a zero clearance insert but I will be adding a glue on type rathe blade and I am not sure what I could use to glue it into place. I want the rathe blade to be custom fit for each zero clearance insert. also, you could loose a finger the way you using the table saw, you absolutely can not cross cut on a table saw with out at least using a table sled or miter gauge,
@DCPorter717 жыл бұрын
That worked really well. Nice job 👍
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks DCPorter71. 👍🏼
@petermarshall47332 жыл бұрын
You have don a great job with that cutting board well don and thanks for making the video .I recently bought the same saw and yes the gap is to wide now I know how to rectify it .But I love the saw .
@Blfisher827 жыл бұрын
I never would have thought of this! Good job! 👍🏽
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Britt.
@HepauDK4 жыл бұрын
I plan on tapping the holes and use 10mm long grub screws to fine tune the hight when I get about to make my own insert(s).
@DoNnEgRoW4 жыл бұрын
Henrik Paulsen carry on mate
@tommgunn42194 жыл бұрын
Same here. I'll also put a couple on each side to make it fit tighter.
@yepper11654 жыл бұрын
Stumpynubs has the best idea I've ever seen. He marks the areas where the screw holes are underneath on the back of the plate. He puts paste wax on the nubs where the plate sets/has the screw holes. Then he quickly puts hot glue on those four places on the back of the plate and sets it in the hole pushing it to flat on plane with the top with a couple straight pieces. The glue hardens and it fits perfectly flat with the table top.
@yepper11654 жыл бұрын
@rats arsed I haven't had the time to make one like that myself yet. So I don't know from my own experience. Stumpynubs has a professional shop and it's what he does so I'm guessing it works well for the long haul. You can find the video on his channel and see exactly how he does it.
@WheresMyPencilUK4 жыл бұрын
In my experience hot glue doesn’t stick well to HDPE which is what the chopping boards are made of.
@donniemacaskill99084 жыл бұрын
Hi On the left hand side of the blade (front of saw ) on the throat plate there is a cut out on the plate why do you not need to cut this out on the one that you made ?
@amorgan58444 жыл бұрын
Its where the blade guard is supposed to rest to keep it centered. He doesnt have that or the riving knife attached so no need for the slots.
@cheesegrater20187 жыл бұрын
Nice work man! Now make another spare as well as a few for different angles :D
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Cheesegrater I will make another at some point. Can use this one as a template for my router. 👍🏼
@LogicalUnitZero6 жыл бұрын
The cutting board is a great idea! I'll be making TWO of these - one for straight cuts and another for the dado set I want to get.
@WheresMyPencilUK6 жыл бұрын
I can’t claim it was my idea but I thought I’d make a video of it!
@RobWhittlestone4 жыл бұрын
Nice solution! And nicely implemented. All the best, Rob
@mertothe1st.2585 жыл бұрын
Nice Zero Clearance...you could extend the slot and mount a splitter?
@BlessedLaymanNC5 жыл бұрын
No one else replied, so I will... There are some great videos on adding splitters to inserts. The Wood Whisperer has one where he runs his insert plate through the blade instead of raising the blade through it. Then, he adds a splitter behind the blade so when he raises the blade, it trims the splitter to curve over the blade a little. I believe he said he made several inserts with splitters to cover two different heights of the blade and for different width blades. When I make my zero insert plates, I plan to make one with splitters to cover the blade of 7 1/4 inch blades since the riving knife is so far away from the blade. My DW745 came with a riving knife so I'll be using it. My friend and I will be making zero clearance plates today or tomorrow, and his saw is old and does not have the riving knife so we are making multiple inserts for different heights of the blade and different blades. Using the plastic cutting boards, I am not sure how well you can glue or mount the splitters. I have so make 6 or more of these plates for all the different blades and angles I primarily use, so I'll be using wood to save money. (I have the wood, LOL)
@Dewelful7 жыл бұрын
Love your vids man. I could watch and listen to you all day 😎
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks John.
@Captleemo4 жыл бұрын
Could you have used a 7.5 inch circular saw blade just to get the hole started and then put your 10 inch blade back in? Oh and I really like the idea of using a plastic cutting board for an insert.
@angelocillo65434 жыл бұрын
That's what I thought when I was watching
@WheresMyPencilUK4 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately the arbour and kerf on my circular saw are different to my table saw. 🤷🏼♂️
@AerialLensVideo5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Great idea with the cutting board - made this for DADO on my older Ridgid model 4510. Perfect, thanks to you. (The dado insert for my saw is virtually unavailable anymore, and if it were, it would likely be 40USD -- so Double GOOD ON YA, Mate!)
@robmcmahon67824 жыл бұрын
Great this, gonna make my own when I get my dewalt table saw, may use a different colour just so i can see what plate I have in at a glance. Gonna put that riving knife in though 😂 Chopping board is a superb idea 👍🏻
@grahamlumsden84714 жыл бұрын
Very well done. Very impressed.
@MrCOUNTYCORK4 жыл бұрын
Great job man, like it grew there 👍
@jeanlouisroederer51404 жыл бұрын
Nice job. Well explained and creative use of a poly cutting board. I've got a similar cutting board--white not yellow-- and may be able to duplicate your excellent ideas. Thanks.
@JF-mq8tp5 жыл бұрын
I have made several throat plates for several different saws. With that knowledge and experience, I'd like to offer a few suggestions. First, and most importantly, you didn't make the blade slot long enough to accommodate a riving knife, a giant error. Second, an easy way to cut the exact width of the throat plate is to simply put the original throat plate between the fence and the blade and cut. It should be right every time. Third, instead of going to the trouble of drilling holes and putting in leveling screws, simply put a few pieces of good tape on the leveling platforms. You'll get a much cleaner look without those four screws. I saved the best for last. Your idea about cutting a ledge to fit under the table was inspired Bravo! Oh, one more thing. How did you ever think of using a cutting board on a table saw? Be well.
@WheresMyPencilUK5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the suggestions.
@emadigan5237 жыл бұрын
Very well done, thanks for the inspiration.
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks emadigan523. 👍🏼
@MartinMosman6 жыл бұрын
Nice job man. I'll have to make one of those.
@philbrown9198 Жыл бұрын
I also thought about using a chopping board to make the same for my DeWalt but thought that the textured finished might affect the glide of material across the insert so discounted it. Your video popped up and so I watched with interest and hoped you might have commented on that aspect. How do you find it feeing material across the textured finish? Nice looking job though and one that I might reconsider.
@WheresMyPencilUK Жыл бұрын
It’s hardly texture so glides pretty well. Could always add some silicone lubricant if an issue but in all these years I haven’t had one.
@cdodsworth3 жыл бұрын
Hi there, been following quite a few of your other videos, love them. I have a similar model Dewalt table saw ( the cordless model) and I need a zero clearence insert just like yours. So have a lovely chopping board on its way and will attempt to copy your design, though probably knowing my ham fisted technique, may need to make two :). Keep up the great work mate
@whirled_peas6 жыл бұрын
tad worried that polypropylene would bend at that thickness. How much does it flex when you press on the least supported part of the insert?
@WheresMyPencilUK6 жыл бұрын
I haven’t had it flex much at all.
@davidbeck53526 жыл бұрын
I made some out of the same material for my kobalt and it looks like the same basice size hole around the blade. They worked fine until the blade pushing downward on the wood over time caused the middle by the blade opening to sage. Ended up remaking them out of ply the second time and they still work
@atteljas6 жыл бұрын
This was excellent and on my to do list. The issue I would have is as my chopping board of choice is thicker than needed. Is it sanding how I should thin the board or if Id use planer will it ruin the blades? Or would you saw extra off?
@terrorfirma27646 жыл бұрын
atteljas if you have the same model saw with the levelling lugs, you could recess the lugs into the insert. Create little pockets for the lugs to sit in on the undersides? Just a thought.
@atteljas6 жыл бұрын
Sounds thats what I need to do. Maybe just use router little there. Thanks for the advice! This was just what I was after =)
@Waltkat6 жыл бұрын
Nice insert. May I suggest using set (grub) screws instead of regular "headed" screws so that a countersink will not be necessary. Also, to cut the blade slot in my insert I just carefully dropped the insert down onto the spinning blade set to it's lowest position then raised the blade through the insert. Worked great. Lastly, since you're not using any locking mechanism on the front of the insert, the tab in the back is not strictly necessary. The insert on my saw stays in place on it's own.
@WheresMyPencilUK6 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I didn’t want to fork out for grub screws and your a brave man dropping something on a spinning blade. The tab at the back is to stop the rear lifting when stock is placed on the front it was happening with my first version so you are lucky yours is staying put.
@dominic.p.sutherland5 жыл бұрын
Great video, great idea..you seem to get nice clean cuts with the jig, router, and table saw...I bought a high density polyethylene board and its melting when I cut. Have to cut it twice and go back and clean it with a razor knife. Whyyyyy?!
@WheresMyPencilUK5 жыл бұрын
You might be running an rpm that’s too fast or not have enough teeth on the blade.
@JamesDK94 жыл бұрын
you could also cut it without the lugs and add then later by inserting and gluing small pieces of flat metal into the chopping board material
@DGFX646 жыл бұрын
Dear Mr HWHL...I loved it...top job and thanks for the great idea...I have the same table saw and will now do the same...cheers.
@williamstubbs97374 жыл бұрын
Nice job! but It gave me a fright to see those fingers that close to the blade. Please mate, use a push stick next time. You've got too much going for you. No hate, just concern mate. I hope mine turns out as well as yours. Thanks and here's my subscribe and thumbs up! p.s. Don't waste your time responding to the haters. There will always be some, no matter how well you do it.
@michaelflynn61787 жыл бұрын
Well done What do you think of the dewalt saw ?
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael it's a great saw my only criticism is it's very noisy! The accuracy of the fence is superb and the best feature.
@whoDatBeDare7 жыл бұрын
Agreed. You should hear the noise from a Triton saw and table.
@lenmorris91646 жыл бұрын
When i made mine I just put duct tape on the tabs to raise the insert , also to cut the slot . I put a 7 1/4" blade on the raised into the insert,, this is the only insert I don't use the Riving Knife on but I use extra caution when cutting stock --- another use for the extra cutting board make push sticks
@smattext5 жыл бұрын
outstanding! nice work i believe i will do mine in the same manner! thank you!
@BlessedLaymanNC5 жыл бұрын
This is a really great project. I would suggest, though, that you cut the insert in such a way as to allow your riving knife to come through it, too. It is one of the most important safety pieces that comes with the saw and is very reliable for preventing about 90% of kickbacks.
@togger2151 Жыл бұрын
Can the riving knife still be used with the zero clearance insert?
@WheresMyPencilUK Жыл бұрын
Yes but you need to cut a slot for it.
@thefakemaker6 жыл бұрын
Cheers for the video mate. I have the same saw. Will be giving this a go.
@WheresMyPencilUK6 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome.
@X3WorkshopDesigns7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! I just got a new dewalt dwe7480 and after adjusting and aligning everything, I’m making zero clearance inserts.
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome.
@AndrewMcQuillen6 жыл бұрын
Great idea to use a chopping board and it turns out it was better it was thinner than expected
@WheresMyPencilUK6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Andrew
@andywood19667 жыл бұрын
Hi there, Is there any chance you can remember where or which seller you bought this chopping board from as I need to make a Zero clearance insert and I need 10mm thick for my Bosch table saw and yours looks perfect for my needs, great job too.
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Hi Andrew I'm not sure about the specific seller but if you type 10mm chopping board into the eBay search you should get some. Try this item number: 172228737666 They seem to be 10mm and multiple colours.
@andywood19667 жыл бұрын
Thanks for reply, I've found a few so I'm ordering now, Will make the insert as soon as I get the sheet.
@emrecenkers97212 жыл бұрын
Hello , I put some hot silicone drops to leveling platforms till I get the Zero Clearance flush with surface and it works extremely well.
@danny26barrow7 жыл бұрын
My turn now buddy, great video, but all your videos are very good, quality dude yea thumbs up man
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks dan.
@DeanHoyt795 жыл бұрын
Great idea and a well made video. I just got rid of my old saw and bought a DeWalt DW745, I do a lot of small cuts and your idea is perfect for my needs. Subscribing.
@eustacehyliger348710 ай бұрын
Well thanks for sharing your video. I'm inspired by what you did and will attempt to do the same. Appreciated.
@BrianGalyer Жыл бұрын
I tried to get one from DeWalt and was told - they do not make them and have no intention of ever making them. Hows that for customer service??
@foxglovemead5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Have you done a Mark II version? The insert was the wrong colour - so it's going to (obviously) be better all round! In use do you need a slot for the riving knife? Do you need to hold it down at the other end? Did you really use the bolts from the original insert (now modified, will they still work on the old one)? My first DW745 had the lugs snap on first use. After one year, the same thing has happened again - covered by the warranty again.
@michaellionart48414 жыл бұрын
Hi. A question. I see that the original plate is locked down in place. Why is this as yours implies that there is no need? Thank You
@atteljas7 жыл бұрын
Hi. I have similar chopping board, but its about 2cm thick. If I would thin it with a planer will planer be dull or ruined?
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
It would probably work I would take shallow passes though.
@howardwaite44897 жыл бұрын
for the adjusting screws I would of used grub screws instead no need to counter sink holes for the screw heads
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Sometimes you just use what you have in the drawer Howard.
@Thebratfudlad7 жыл бұрын
Great work again!!
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jon.
@martinbrace71957 жыл бұрын
another great video mate. Keep going.
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Martin.
@Pirate195014 жыл бұрын
do you sell them? If so how much?
@spaceshipenterprise90622 жыл бұрын
New to table saws, my question.Why is this needed?
@WheresMyPencilUK2 жыл бұрын
Helps reduce tear out on the material and also stops small pieces of material dropping down and getting thrown at you. 👍🏼
@spaceshipenterprise90622 жыл бұрын
@@WheresMyPencilUK Thank you very much👍
@316woodworks9 Жыл бұрын
Removing the riving knife can be an issue. They i think mircro jig makes splitters that work but it's an issue to look into for newbies.
@a.s.projects10827 жыл бұрын
Nice job mate ,its look realy good.
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Andrzej.
@MGee17 жыл бұрын
Great video....I'm thinking about making an insert by casting some resin into the existing slot then bringing the blade up once cured....do you think that would work?
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael I'd be nervous about that approach as there's so much lateral movement of the existing insert. You'd end up with it moving around and it wouldn't be zero clearance anymore. You'd also run the risk of the blade being grabbed and insert thrown at you which wouldn't be ideal to say the least.
@MGee17 жыл бұрын
very good point....time to go get me a chopping board then! :P
@H2Dwoat7 жыл бұрын
Hi, what router bit did you use, did you find any issue with the plastic melting?
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
I think it was just a 1/4" straight bit. If you take it slow and don't go too deep you shouldn't build up too much heat and have melting issues. The chopping boards tend to be pretty heat resistant.
@FIREBALL53077 жыл бұрын
Very nice I think I will tray it on my table saw ..
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul it makes a difference.
@daisyday49013 жыл бұрын
Hi , I’m thinking of buying a job site saw . Does the Dewalt accept a dado stack ?
@WheresMyPencilUK3 жыл бұрын
Not in the UK
@patsipes65613 жыл бұрын
The DWE 7491RS does in the US
@ecaff95156 жыл бұрын
Great video and process. Keep up the good work. Thanks for sharing...
@WheresMyPencilUK6 жыл бұрын
Thanks you’re welcome.
@daleriff3 жыл бұрын
I like that idea 💡 going to try it!
@SmokinGun55 Жыл бұрын
Very well done.
@Viralclown7 жыл бұрын
First one I've seen which hasn't been cut in half making the insert only joined at the bottom near the finger pull
@WheresMyPencilUK7 жыл бұрын
Viral Clown yes there aren't many for this saw made like this.
@moldprintsrl6 жыл бұрын
sorry for daft question - but why the zero clearance insert is better then original ? i have the same table saw with the standard insert . Im not a pro
@hailimizarstory6 жыл бұрын
improve safety, prevent wood debris from entering the blade and possibly bouncing towards us.
@WheresMyPencilUK6 жыл бұрын
Reduces tear out too.
@raymonddurkin6 жыл бұрын
@@WheresMyPencilUK It seems like everyone makes one after spending $400. There must be another reason why it's not shipped by default, is there a risk or concern?
@WheresMyPencilUK6 жыл бұрын
Means you can’t change the blade angle, have to have an insert for each angle which isn’t really feasible.
@MintStiles6 жыл бұрын
When the blade first hits your piece, the blade is cutting downward. If the gap on the bottom is too large, the bottom part of your wood will have tare-out as the surface is not supported (think about a drill bit exiting a piece and causing damage unless you place a sacrificial black against it). The zero clearance plate simply prevents tare outs. Wether it’s safer is debatable. What is also important is to creat the space for the diving knife as well (or install splitters on top of the plate). As the piece moves past the Center of the blade, the kerfs are cutting upward. If internal stress, vibration, bad push angle... etc cause the kerf to catch the piece, it will flip it back likely at your face. Thus the absolute need for a splitter or diving knife. Don’t let anyone tell you that you don’t need it.