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General Category => General Scroll Saw Talk => Topic started by: KarlB on July 12, 2011, 05:42:17 pm

Title: Foot Switch Stand when sitting on stool
Post by: KarlB on July 12, 2011, 05:42:17 pm
It was hard on my legs (and behind) when I was scrolling sitting on my Dewalt bar stool. I put a box under the switch and it worked okay, but I wanted something better.

I built this as a result.  I had originally intended on making the angle adjustable, hence the hinges, but after trying out with a few blocks under the top board I found it works at this angle. (It also works fine for my son and wife.)

I took off the protective shield, but you can leave it on.  

My only problem is sometimes I back my pressure off the switch thinking it will decrease the speed of the saw.  (You know, like a gas pedal!)  :D

The piece of wood at the back is where my heel sits so it doesn't fall off!

Karl
Title: Re: Foot Switch Stand for sitting on stool
Post by: GrayBeard on July 12, 2011, 05:45:31 pm
That is very COOL, Karl!

Do you always remember to remove your foot when changing the blade from one hole to another...I DON"T and it sure wakes you up!

~~~GB~~~