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General Category => General Scroll Saw Talk => Topic started by: dirtrider73068 on January 13, 2013, 05:16:22 pm
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This is my set up, just built the table today, its got a 3/4 20x27 top leaves room on the side to put stuff, tools, or whatever I need in reach, stands 33 inches tall, I put a small rug under the saw and it helps ALOT on vibration, have magnifier lamp over it, have a foot switch which has the saw, air pump and if I want my small 1 gal shop vac to switch on, also have two work lights to the side for light as well. I did have this sitting on a folding table saw but it was a tad wobbly plus the vibrations were awful I turned the speed up too fast.
Just wished I had a better insulated garage to work in, but this works for now to enjoy a great hobby and have time to myself to relax. Does anybody else want to post pics of there set ups?
(http://i1103.photobucket.com/albums/g471/dirtrider73068/scroll%20saw%20pics/IMAG0401_zpsd7604c69.jpg)
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nice setup. I like the cushion on the stool. I wish mine had a recline feature and a TV I'd be set!
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Thanks the stool is nice but after some time that cushion gets flat I have to stand, wish I had a stool with a back on so I could sit back but this works for now till I get better and more advanced.
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looks to me like you have a very nice setup there.
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I like it!!!!!
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Here's mine. Top and bottom of the saw plus drill press dust removers, and the box fan with filter to collect any remaining dust. The shop vac is located in the room next door and operated by remote control. The blade holder has a magnetic strip on the front to hold blades that have been used. Also have the aquarium pump hose (in small conduit) attached to the blower hose that came with the saw. Small flexible LED light on left side is for peeking underneath (bottom feeding). Stereo headphones of course.
Pete
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Thats a good setup there Pete
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What type of saws are in the photos?
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Mine is the basic craftsman one I paid 129 for mine, picked it up at the store.
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Like both set-ups.Noticed you both have the magnifier lamp !!!! I have thought about getting one,how often do you use it? Is it worth the investment? I'm 61 and wear glasses,will it really help alot? Someone needs to tell me to get off my back side and buy one,or don't waste your money.
Thanks--- it's been one of those days !!!!!
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I love my lamp, use it all the time to see close to the line when fine detail is needed. I am in my mid 30's no glasses and makes it easier to see. I picked mine up at harbor freight, they have two kinds the cheaper one reviews said was junk so I got this model and like it. Its nice to be able to magnify and light up what I am cutting on.
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I also use mine all the time. You get what you pay for though, the first one I had kept falling down. I have to push this thing out of the way every time I feed a blade, because I have to reach to the back of the saw for blade tensioning.
Pete
Craftsman 16"
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My light will swing or pivot at the rear in its base, so once I get mine set I just pivot or swing mine to the do what I need to then swing it back right into place don't have to move it up or down unless I am done with a part then have to clean up or start something different.
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mickey I use mine all the time. I bought it at menards. I don't think saw without it ;D ;D ;D
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O.K.-- I'm buying one. As soon as I can find one around this area!!! Way have to order one.
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Very nice set up there Pete
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Nice setup guys. Eventually I may get me a magnifying lamp, but my eyes are only 16 years old and should be good for a bit longer. :)
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Here is what I run with for the moment. Note the foot switch, workout mats (to save those feet!), and "holster" for my heat gun and dremmel. I attached the LED magnifying lamp to my workbench so it can multi-task between my scrollsaw, drill press, and lathe. As far as the magnifying aspect of the light, I rarely use it to be honest, but it is nice to have. It's a great light though, but be warned that this light will set you back $70 or so :)
https://picasaweb.google.com/101297315339888703268/WorkArea?authkey=Gv1sRgCNrugoqbqN7AnQE#5833373338657329234 (https://picasaweb.google.com/101297315339888703268/WorkArea?authkey=Gv1sRgCNrugoqbqN7AnQE#5833373338657329234)
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I like both the set ups shown. Mine is similar. Magnifiers are made to magnify that
lil cutting line. I use magnify glasses to cut with. I have tried to use the magnifier part
with difficulties being able to adjust my eyes to what I am cutting. To me I just do not
like it, but the round florescent light that is built in is Great. Boy both of your scroll
areas sure look clean. LOL Danny :+}
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There are some nice set ups there but how do you all keep your work shops so clean, mine is always so full of dust and I have dust extraction as well as work shop vacs. and clean the whole work shop out on a regular basis
Jimbo
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I just use the DeWalt Factory light on my scroll saw. So far I haven't had any trouble seeing the pattern lines, but who knows what lies ahead. I'd sure use one if I needed it. My shop is the "one car" potion of my "three care" garage. I use to keep a couple of ole British Classic cars in there. Can you tell? LOL
Tommy T
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There are some nice set ups there but how do you all keep your work shops so clean, mine is always so full of dust and I have dust extraction as well as work shop vacs. and clean the whole work shop out on a regular basis
Jimbo
I use nothing but a good ole broom and dustpan, and a smaller wisk fom cleaning between things. I normally just sweep up after I am done for the day. In all honesty, I did sweep up for about 20 mins to get things looking nice prior to taking the photo :)
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Might also check a craft store or a office supply store might carry them as well before you have to order one.
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Lamp/mag. on sale...... http://www.harborfreight.com/catalogsearch/result?q=magnifying+
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heres my setup don't mine the dust.
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I built my stand so that I could sit at it to work. Then to help deaden any vibration I designed the base of the stand to hold 25 pounds of sand.
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Newfie, thats one very big project in the last picture, bet that turns out nice when finished.
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Newfie, thats one very big project in the last picture, bet that turns out nice when finished.
i hope so anyway Keith
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Nice touch with the wood burner next to the saw. Keep your toes warm and hide all of the mistakes ;D ;D
I have a photo of my shop. I may need to do two posts.
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ok here is the second
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Nice shop King.
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still working on it. Have some other tools I want and a few I need to get rid off. I need to finish painting and put some newer windows in.
The shelves on the back wall are store shelves from a grocery store. The work great and the will not buckle under the weigth.
I have my furnace mounted up above out of the way.The walls are OSB instead of drywall that way I never have to worry about finding a stud if I want to hang something. It does not paint very well but it is a shop with a purpose. Like I said just need a TV and a frig and I'm set. ;D
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He he.. Looks like my setup, with one major difference. Your shops are clean and neat ;-)
Then again, they say that a messy work table is a sign of genius ;-) I wonder what sawdust in your underwear is a sign of, besides discomfort.
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It means, your not getting anything until you shower ;D ;D
Couldn't resist.
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I had a knot hole in mind when he said that! :o :o :o :o :o
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I'm not getting anything after either...
Knot Hole? There you go spreading rumors...