Came across this after an email to WWGOA! Just built that jig this afternoon – mine is 6″ wide and 42″ long.
Two such options are covered in this article:įunny thing… I recently got started into turning segmented bowls and needed a way to rip some 30″ long 1/8″ wide strips. Some jigs need to be sized according to the longest material that you plan to cut, but there are several options available that work well for cutting thin strips on longer stock. It would take a pretty long jig to accomplish that. I like the idea of a jig to help make thin strips, but unless I’m missing something, this isn’t gonna work when one is trying to rip long strips, like 36 – 40 inches. The thin slats are usually connected perpendicularly with each other, forming a criss-cross pattern. I have used a hooked block to push the too thin source through to get most of the rest of the source. A lattice strip is a type of material used for a variety of different purposes, and is composed of strips of wood or plastic that are interlocked in a lattice-type pattern. Return, repeat until you have enough or the source is to thin to be pushed with the miter gauge. The strips fall safely to the side of the blade when the cut is finished. The source piece for the strips is the fit up against the block and you push it through the blade using the miter gauge. then position the block against the fence and in front of the blade. If the strips don’t need to be too long, I put a block of wood against the fence and adjust the distance between the flock and blade to the thickness of the strip. The MicroJig Grrr-ripper push block makes trivially simple – and safe – work of ripping thin strips. Δ 5 Responses to “3 Ways to Rip Thin Strips”
For larger production runs, the size and weight of the jig slow down operations slightly, and in that scenario I commonly switch to a push shoe. I like many aspects of this jig and use it quite regularly for ripping small batches of strips. Like the Rockler jig, this jig also supports use of the blade guard for any width of strip. A thick and dense grove of ivy/vines could trap moisture and shorten the lifespan of the lattice, but for the most part it would have limited impact on longevity.Ī: The strips are stapled together for a strong connection.Īt you can find local dealers, get a quote, learn about installation, and find preferred contractors.Using the Blade guard. Q: Can I let vines and ivy grow on my lattice?Ī: Yes, one of the major benefits of Cedar lattice is that it acts as a natural nest for vines and ivy to grow and climb. If using for a fence or privacy screen, be mindful that a kicked soccer ball could cause damage. If you choose to leave raw, it will weather to a natural gray color.Ī: While it does have some structural integrity, cedar lattice is purely meant for visual purposes.
Q: How wide are the openings of the squares or diamonds?Ī: Applying a finish or stain is completely optional.
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