Before I close this part of
the "how to," I want to review some clamps I found that are available for this
3/4" hole work table. A couple of them I have shown in use in the preceding pictures.
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The first two clamps
("A") are part of the Festool System. These are great since they slide into the
groove of the rails to hold them in position. They also fit through the 3/4" holes to
be used on this table. The little stops ("B") are borrowed from my decades old
WorkMate. I have also bought a 3/4" dowel ("C") that I will be using
in making some custom jigs.
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Here are the handy Jorgenson
clamps that cost about $15 each. On the clamp at the right, you can see the hand nut that
is fastened from below the table. It is a quick release nut and hand tightening is all
that is required. The flip lever at the top adds the extra squeeze. [Available from
Rockler - click here.]
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These are two clamps and
stop blocks that are accessories in the Festool System. In the lower right hand corner is
a glimpse of hand nuts that can be threaded into the posts from below. So far, I have
found that the clamps work fine without the securing from below.
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This is the Veritas
Wonder Dog from Lee Valley. The post is spring held and fits the 3/4" holes
perfectly. When fully seated, the highest point is still under 3/4" so this
clamp can be used under the Festool guide rail for a lot of tasks. It costs $21.50. I only
have one but plan to get a couple more — it is a great add to the system. [click
here for source.]
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Having an assortment of
clamps for the 3/4" hole is necessary when it comes to doing some tasks. Here I am
doing some setup for using a rail and stile bit set in the Festool Router. Normally, this
task would be a router table function with the router and fence secure and the workpiece
moveable. With the Festool System, the router is moveable in a controlled fashion using
the guide rail. The workpieces need to be clamped.
Next week I will show you how I worked it all out. It took some trial and
error, but I came up with a jig that I could use with safety and repeatable accuracy.
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