Zero Clearance Insert with Splitter // Riving Knife // MJ Splitter // Kerf Keeper

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[@vinceagnes]

Thanks Tamar. I bought this system several years ago and I just couldn’t get the set up to work. Using your great detailed explanation, I’m going to take my iPad down to the shop & use your presentation to install these much needed devices on my tablesaw. Thanks a lot. You are a great woodworker!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome! So glad it was helpful! Yeah. The instructions were a bit confusing. So I’m happy to have cleared it up!

[@jimcoogan1529]

@@3x3CustomTamar No problem. I posted it on my page, Coogan's Workshop, and linked it to MJ's page. I also posted it to their page too :-)

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Jim Coogan awesome!

[@unklbuk1]

Did you measure the 2inches on the inside, middle,or outside of the blade? Could be a small detail that could change the accuracy. BTW, excellent instructional on a real pain as far as their instructions goes.

[@dadnar7615]

Bless you for making this. My brain was really hurting reading those instructions. So much clearer here.

[@BicBones]

So happy I've found you. You're a fountain of knowledge, and ideas.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So nice to hear. Thanks!

[@Snagglepuss1952]

Did not expect as much deformation as you got, may explain the problem I have been having. Any thanks so easy to watch as usual, cheers from NZ

[@davehernandez4177]

If I said it once, I’ve said it a thousand times. You ROCK! Thank you for all of these wonderful tips to help keep us safe.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you like them!

[@patricksmith2921]

Great straightforward and concise video..got it all set up on same saw with no issues! Thanks for taking time out.

[@heyimamaker]

You brought up a really good point about the tension and how your saw will stop. The big cabinet saws have so much more power that they would easily shoot the board back on you. I saw those little Kerf things before but your install really helped explain how they work. 👌

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Yeah. Kickback is no joke. Glad you liked the video!

[@airweaverballoons626]

Thank you so much for this video. I installed my MJ splitter after actually talking directly to the guy at the company who does the tech support. I have a powermatic 66 with phenolic inserts, that need a little more set up for drilling. I have to redo a plate after resetting my table to a better calibration to the blade, so this reminder of the process was helpful. I love your channel!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome! So glad it was helpful!

[@chemcody5119]

I had the same set up on my saw for several years. I have since moved over to a Shark Guard. My saw did not have a splitter or riving knife so this was a huge upgrade. I still use the Leecraft insert with microjig splitter for certain situations. You did a great job explaining the microjig set up instructions.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Never heard of the shark guard. I think this is going to be a good set up for now!

[@terrymunsee6774]

I also have a Dewalt contractor table saw this has been very helpful for me to make my life more safe and my time in my shop/ garage more fun thanks for all you do

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome

[@steveurquell3031]

For anyone wanting to do woodwork, this channel is so filled with amazing inspiration and awesome projects. Could you do a tour of your shop and show us how you've set it all up, some history of what you got first etc., and what you're missing? I feel you have tons of smart tricks in setting up a good shop just laying around. Anyways, cool video as always :)

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Really appreciate that! Maybe I’ll do a Q & A video soon

[@bradstewart5049]

I get so much out of your videos! Please don't ever stop doing what you're doing!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So awesome to hear!

[@Brentlythomas13]

Super video! I have a Unisaw I rebuilt and have been thinking of the MJ Splitter for a while now-buying it tomorrow. Thanks for your channel!!!!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome. Glad you found it useful!

[@outerbanksproductions_videos]

Again, another thumbs up! You just don't stop, girl! Great instructor!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear! Thanks!

[@mikeandlucky]

Another very professionally produced video with excellent instruction on a topic where I really needed the help. Thanks.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome. So glad you found it helpful!

[@AB-nu5we]

Safety is good. And that little savings you get each time you don't have to break out the hand plane or jointer to straighten that edge really adds up. Thanks for doing the tl;dr for us.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Yeah. I hope it’s really going to improve my productivity and safety!

[@user-gs2pq8kc4r]

Best video I've seen on the topic. Very well produced.

[@clydebalcom8252]

Safety first and your family will thank you. Have fun and enjoy your time in the shop.

[@deltauniform2321]

Tamar, you are fantastic. I'm hooked on your woodwork videos. your an inspiration to us all, keep up the good work. Delta from the UK.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

☺️☺️

[@coelimusic8714]

Thanks so much for doing this. The instructions are so complicated! You made it easy.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome. Glad you found it helpful

[@paulwright2818]

Thanks so much! I really enjoyed that video. Especially about the added stability

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So glad you liked it

[@gavandarragh1480]

You legend! Having just bought a dewalt table saw and after losing sleep for two nights trying to work out what I was doing wrong, you show me the solution. Despite having my blade at 90 degrees I kept on getting little slivers of light on one edge of the cut. I’ll spend the day making a zero insert. Thank you so much.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Hope it helps!

[@zouhirtouti7092]

My favorite Channel. We waiting more from you teacher. Thanks

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear! Thanks!

[@3dprint4woodworking59]

Amazing Tamar! Thks to that I completely designed an adjustable, PLA made zero clearance insert especially for this table saw, with integrated splitter and kerf keeper, lock mechanism etc! I would be happy to ship one to you with other stuff I made also for the dewalt table saw! (For free of course)

[@rickbratto6167]

Excellent. Here is a helpful tid bit. I have a Ridgid job site saw. The metal plate (like your original) accomodates 90 degree and angled cuts - but not zero clearance. I bought the "Fastcap" zero clearance tape, useful for miter saws, table saws (like mine) and router fences (as needed). When on KZbin type in Fastcap zero clearance tape. You can see its usefullness. I bought mine from Lee Valley for $6.00 and feel it is very much worth the price. My saw plate (no lie) is slightly BELOW the saw table (WTF?) not sure why, but in this case it worked to my benefit because the tape made the plate flush to table! Thank you for this video (explained very well). The Microjig instructions made my head spin for my "yellow" set (thin kerf). Have a great afternoon.

[@intothemaze8865]

Thanks so much Tamar. I had a kickback incident, for the first time, a couple of years ago. I had no idea how dangerous table saws could be and how careless i had been for so many years. I've only just (this week) mustered the courage to do something about making my saw safer, so i can continue this awesome hobby. The first fix was making a zero clearance plate. Seconds after this video, i ordered the MJ Splitter system. Can't wait to start ripping timber with confidence again.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome! Good luck installing it!

[@anupshende1986]

With due respect, splitter is not a replacement to riving knife. This is sponsored video for Microjig. Get yourself a sturdy riving knife to be on safer side.

[@austinveatch6993]

Just did this exact thing 3 months ago and can not believe that I waited so long. Made my life sooooo much better.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome! So glad I made the right choice!

[@austinveatch6993]

Ha!! You seem to be making plenty of them. Thanks for the fun content. You are the top of the “fine work/job site saw” niche. Keep killing it Tamar.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Austin Veatch ha! Thanks so much! 🤘

[@stephentebbutt7161]

Good day Tamar, great info i made my own inserts i love how you go into such detail, you make it easy to follow.Steve in OZ

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks for the feedback! Appreciate that!

Thanks, I have understand for use MJ splitter. Merci encore pour cet agréable sourire.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome!

[@limbertpv]

Amo todos tus proyectos y tus consejos. Besos y abrazos

[@Boliodog1990]

Very well done and yes the instruction manual was confusing.I bought the unit today and after I read the manual I went searching for help. Thanks

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you found it useful! I hate reading instructions. Ha

[@guermeisterdoodlebug7980]

Your videos show that you are a talented and creative woodworker, but your charm and delivery are unsurpassed on KZbin.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So nice to hear. Thanks! ☺️

[@adrianaosirish6065]

Well done super video cheers .This is a very important as many veterans of violent kick back will know and boy/girl does it happen fast .Thumbs up !!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! Yeah. It’s pretty scary!

[@rick91443]

Great video and golly gee wizz you sure can get EVERYTHING you need back home for woodworking...Eternally GREEN with envy..cheers..rr Normandy, France

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! Yeah. I guess I take that for granted!

[@pmdinaz]

Sounds like a way more convenient method than I use. I use a tile setting wedge while cutting, in conjunction with my riving knife. I keep a stack of them in my 'fence caddy'. This sounds like a more reliable alternative. Thanks!

[@jonathanvirtualcouch3741]

Thanks for taking a complicated topic and presenting it in an easy to understand video. ❤️

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it

[@MrBobisadog]

Great job. I bought from your affiliate links about everything from Your last video. Having fun gouging everything! Keep up the awesome videos.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome! How fun is that gouge?! I want to get more!

[@johnnymarano7570]

Learning so much from you! Thank you for the great videos!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear!

[@pierrerousseau8770]

That video was very informative and also very clearly explained ...fabulous job !!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it. Thanks!

[@lisaalbrecht7900]

Thanks so much for this very informative video. I love your table saw related videos because I have the same saw and so I know that if you can get something to work with it, then I can too. Thanks!!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome! So happy you find them helpful!

[@hassanal-mosawi6049]

well done, thanks for sharing that I need one for my table saw!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you like it! So happy to have it!

[@aprildegele1510]

Thanks much for demonstrating the install!! Been thinking about this kind of splitter (because the one I have now won't allow for partial thickness cuts at all) for a while now and you just convinced me that it's not as difficult to install as the directions look. Yikes.

[@garylondon4137]

I have no idea how I found your first video, but I've gotten quite a few ideas from you; Thanks! I just ordered a MJ Splitter Steel Pro, great tip!.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome!

[@roberthosier4062]

I've got the same saw and had some tension in a board i was cutting last weekend. It made me a bit nervous to continue cutting and everything turned out ok but i still wish i'd had this setup! I'll definitely be doing this upgrade! Also, i never knew about the stock throat plate causing the cut to be off. Thanks for the informative video!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you found it informative! Yeah. I might be a bit too meticulous but I always found some parts of my cuts to be slightly off even if my Blade was set to 90. It took me a while to figure out what he problem was.

[@DannerPlace]

Very helpful, thank you for posting.

[@zavoina]

My 1980's Sears contractors saw doesn't have a riving knife and the splitter and guard are usually off when I make cuts because it doesn't align correctly and blocks the wood because that kerf is not aligned. I've see these add on splitters but actually seeing it installed and used is helpful. Thank you.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome! Stay safe out there!

[@andrewwappner5968]

Hey Tamar, I also bought the exact same zero clearance plate. I discovered a very cool trick to make additional ones. When using a template bit on your router to duplicate the plate, you can back the side adjustment screws out ever so slightly beyond where they would need to be for a tight fit on your saw. Then when you duplicate the plate the bearing will trace around the screw and leave a little wooden nub on the side of the copy. You can then sand those nubs down for a perfect friction fit. I used this to make a plate that will accept the riving knife, dado stacks, etc. then my main plate has the micro jig splitters.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

That’s a great idea! Maybe I’ll do that for the other blades I have

[@FredMcIntyre]

Thanks for the info Tamar! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you found it informative Fred! 🤘

[@berthatton9410]

Well that was super helpful. Thanks. Well done as usual.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome. So glad it was helpful!

[@edkramer65]

I was wondering when you were going to upgrade & do this. Rocking it as always Tamar. 👍👍

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Projects just kept taking precedence. Things slow down in the summer so I get to do small upgrades like this 🙌

[@karenmitchell6814]

That was a great demo and explanation.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome. Glad you liked it!

[@MattMuirhead]

Even though I have a number of MicroJig accessories, I had never seen this one until this video. I bought an old Delta Unisaw without a riving knife or blade guard and have been looking for a solution. Last week I was resawing some QS white oak that had enough tension to completely bind up the 3hp motor and scare the hell out of me - luckily because of the Grrripers, I didn't get a kickback or other disaster. This will be a huge help - just placed my order. Thanks for the great video!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome! Glad it was helpful!

[@robertevans6481]

Very well explained...looks like it will work out great.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! It seems like it’s going to be great

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Great upgrade Tamar! Thank you for sharing the video with us.👍😎JP

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! Glad you like it!

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Your very welcome Tamar! Thanks! Have a wonderful week!😎

[@johndavid3114]

Way better instructions here than with the actual product.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Yeah. I was very confused. Ha

[@Aprendiz-de-Marceneiro]

Thanks so much for this very informative video. 👍👍

[@joecraft4409]

Great review. Shopping for a new saw now, liking your set up due to the possible portability

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it. This saws been serving me well for the past 3 years with some minor tweaks like this

[@markyour6998]

Thanks for the explainer! Also, glad to see another female in the trades!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome. Glad you liked it!

[@politicalpartyagnostic268]

OUTSTANDING!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

[@alfredocorreatessini5697]

Tus trabajos e ideas son siempre exelentes. Felicitaciones por tu canal.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks I think. Ha

[@alfredocorreatessini5697]

@@3x3CustomTamar . Como has aprendido a trabajar tan bien la madera?? Es una herencia de tu padre o lo aprendiste en algun instituto??

[@rakeshbhansali4907]

Excellent Tamar! Keep it up..

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks!

[@kortt]

Very interesting solution. I have the same saw and made an insert from scratch which allows the use of the original riving knife. I was surprised you had gone with a purchased product since you make so many cool custom fixtures. Great video as always!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks. Yeah. 2 reasons why I decided to purchase. 1) time. Ha. 2) the table saw is super dangerous. I wanted something that I knew would be truly reliable. I don’t take my fingers for granted. Ha

[@kortt]

@@3x3CustomTamar Both excellent reasons!

[@reddog907]

The husky tool chest behind you , I have the exact same one . I have a General cabinet style saw and the recess in the table is only 1/4 inch deep so I have to use a good piece of hardwood to make them . Thanks and stay safe.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome! You too

[@Daemon-sj5le]

Excellent video, thank you so much.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

[@lloydkeller1809]

Great video. Thank you

[@HowIDoThingsDIY]

Great video Tamar!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks!

[@nessusguitars]

Great as always! Thanks

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it!

[@mattmac6546]

Also really helps with dust collection!!!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Yes! Forgot to mention that!

[@AndrewMcQuillen]

Great explanation, Tamar. One day these will be available in the UK, you are so lucky in the US, you get all the cool stuff😀

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! I never realized how lucky I was to have access to all these cool things. Ha

[@paulnelson802]

Thank you, Tamar. I have slight conundrum: using a 7 1/4 blade in 10 inch table saw. The kerf for the blade thickness is 2/32nds for 7 1/4 and 3/32nds for the 10 inch blade. It does not appear Microjig has a 2/32nd option for their kits. There are some benefits to using a 7 1/4 blade for certain applications. Hope this might be of interest to you for some future video project. Thank you, again. -Paul

[@tomgrantham9992]

Great explanation. Thanks 😊

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad it was helpful!

[@elzekegkids]

Thanks to the explanation. Take care

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you found it helpful

[@justinjones9255]

Good video. I have a ‘93 Unisaw and is from before riving knife’s were used. I have the normal kerf MJ splitters but haven’t installed them yet. Now that I’ve seen your video I have no excuses. My understanding of the kerf keepers’ purpose was to, how to say, go with the board. Tension keeps it in the kerf through the cut thereby keeping the kerf open. Because of this one can continue the cut vs what you said (stop the cut and figure out another way to do the cut). If I am right it seems an important distinction.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Well. The instructions said to stop the cut. In practicality since I posted this video I kept the cut going and it was fine.

[@musicamex]

I really like how your brain works!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

☺️

[@HyperactiveNeuron]

Thanks that was very helpful. I'm about to do this myself. Always great to see a well executed example.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome. So glad it was helpful

[@brianpetersen3429]

Excellent video.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks!

[@gavandarragh1480]

Thank god you did this video as I guarantee that I wouldn’t have read those instructions thoroughly.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha yeah. It was a lot to take in for such a simple product. Ha

[@WPGinfo]

OMG Installing this riving knife thingamajig is soo complicated! This should be improved somehow. Once completed this seems to work as advertised... Thnx, Willem

[@mymilkyway]

Wonderful

[@MultiTom1956]

Thank you Tamar 😊I still do not own a table saw 😀but a mitre saw I do . I think I will make one . 😊

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Cool!

[@canyflyer]

First!!! So cool! never knew these things existed!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha! Yeah! They’re pretty cool!

very nice. thank you. be happy. bravo.. see you....

[@pmacedo6778]

Nice.... many thxs!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it!

[@mikewarner2742]

Great video: Had a piece to get hung on stock insert. Saw threw it back at me as the piece broke off at a knot. Five stiches in left thumb and fractures bone later. Great job, Miss T.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Ouch.....

[@mikewarner2742]

@@3x3CustomTamar Miss T, you've done well with your videos. I've picked up several good ideas. If you and yours ever get to Nashville, TN, be sure and look us up. Wife and I live in Donelson, about 7 minutes to the airport.

[@garcia678]

GRACIAS POR EL VÍDEO Y APORTE, EXCELENTE IDEA.....

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you like it!

[@davidshearer567]

Great video! You covered and explained a few items that I've been struggling with recently! I'm just getting serious about woodworking (finally!!!). I've noticed that my cuts on the tablesaw are wonky as you demonstrated. So, I'm more motivated to get started on the zero clearance throat plate for more reason than the cool factor now. You really explained and demonstrated that well! I have a piece of cedar ready to cut and shape tomorrow! Super video! Thanks for the help!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome. I hope that solves the issue!

[@austinveatch6993]

Just did this exact thing about 3 months ago

[@ddoubledutch4783]

👍🏽 Top of the pops.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! Ha

[@The78bluedevils]

thanks for this useful information 😊👍😘

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So glad you found it useful!

[@josephbrauer2573]

love it .

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks!

[@huseyinozturk5962]

Perfect 👍❤️

[@josephhargrove4319]

Another detailed, clear, and concise tutorial. Well done. I did have one question. Are the MJ splitters tall enough to rip thicker stock, like 1 ½" thick 2x4 or 2x6 boards? thanks, richard --

[@Kevin-on1up]

Nice video. Never seen anything like this jig in the Netherlands.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! I guess I take it for granted I have access to all this awesome stuff

[@garagemonkeysan]

Great video. Very useful. Aloha! : )

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So glad it was useful ☺️

[@wortheffort]

Truly excellent content and a perfect example why you’ll continue to do well. Do wish you had expanded on difference between splitter and riving knife as the difference between blade and splitter is quite variable dependent upon blade height so safety aspect is very different whether blade at full height or lower. It’s a big point beginners might not recognize.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! Hmmm. Yeah, I don’t think it will be a problem when it’s at full height though

[@wortheffort]

3x3Custom - Tamar absolutely correct. + & -‘s

[@oldsoul5263]

I'll be purchasing this soon. I THINK I should be able to use the saws original riving knife. I'm thinking if I just make a tiny notch in the back of the riving knife to leave more material on the zero clearance insert for rigidity (very tiny amount but it's something). I'm just spitballing at the moment. Before I get too far ahead of myself I have that combo Dewalt 10" with stand. I've also purchased a thin kerf Freud blade, so I'm also seeing if I can use the factory riving knife with that blade. I'm hoping with the zero clearance insert and modified riving knife... that I'll bring life to this saw because it's frustrating how much "out of tune" it is. Even the table is waving at me lol. I can't wait to get the saw in a workbench or cart to itself because the stand it came with is a total tripping hazard!!!

[@steveborch6820]

Thanks for the information. I have the same desalt saw I love the saw but never realized the original insert was doing that I’m order the low clearance insert now. Thanks👍👍

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome. Glad it was helpful!

[@HBSuccess]

I have the same setup except for a Bosch. I find the MicroJig kerfkeeper to be a PITA it’s just not precise enough- or rugged enough when starting the milling process....so what I do is turn off saw at first sign of binding, and jam a shim shingle in the kerf to keep it open and finish the cut. We buy kiln dried S2S and typically cut everything oversized and let it sit for a week or more before final sizing - just cull anything that gets too wacky. The Bosch is underpowered but easy to get to Jobsites so we make it work.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Yeah I’ve done the shim thing before. These saws are small but they get the job done!

[@bobbray9666]

I just installed this and drilling into my Leecraft zero insert was difficult with the provided drill bit. The Leecraft zero insert is made of a very dense plastic polymer and the bit get extremely hot and impossible to drill through in one plunge. I have mostly thin kerf saw blades but one very nice Forrest 1/8" blade that will need an additional MJ Splitter 1/8" $40 kit. In hindsight, I should have just bought a riving knife but I would need to make a cutout in my insert to accommodate that. Probably less time to do that than this whole MJ Splitter install. I also need to pull these out to use the full table saw top for measuring something like a 24" wide whatever. It seem this is a very niche product.

[@64maxpower]

Thanks Tamar