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Tuesday, July 11, 2017

Let's Try Something Different

I thought I would try something a bit different. I have a need, and haven't been able to come up with an easy solution. I'll explain more on the need a bit later. What I thought would be interesting and fun, is to start the process, and have my viewers, that's you, assist in the design and build process which I will update in the post as things progress.

So, my need is I want to build a cross cut sled for my table saw. I have a few obstacles to overcome, and build issues due to lack of tools and equipment.

I have been looking all over the web. YouTube and various woodworking sites, and nothing I can find helps people like myself in this situation. For example, most designs require you have a jointer or router. I have neither.

I have taking a liking to the sled by Steve Ramsey over on YouTube. This is one of his older projects, but I like it for it's simplicity. This design still requires the use of a router for the T Track, but I believe I can do this with my table saw.

So, here we go. Let's see if I can generate some interest in this project and get some good feedback and suggestions to make this idea a reality. Add anything you like into the comments at the bottom of this post. If something good and useful is added, I'll add this as pert of the project and update the post.

The Need:

To build a cross cut sled for my Table Saw.
As it is a work-site / portable saw, the table is small when compared to the larger fixed base units. I need to have the largest sled I can without loosing stability. Of course, it must be accurate as far as being set plumb with the tables fence and saw blade. Will need to be made from material I can easily obtain in my area of Thailand.

The Plan:

The Base:

Might be made from 12mm ply wood.

Most other projects made in other countries prefer 19mm (3/4") ply as it is a bit stronger, and readily available. Not so in Thailand. For whatever reason, the sizes available here seem to be 12mm and 25mm.

Front Fence:

Might be made from 2 pieces 12mm ply wood.

Layup 2 pieces and glue making it 24mm.

Rear Fence:

Might be made from 2 pieces 12mm ply wood.

Layup 2 pieces and glue making it 24mm.

Nice Bits:

T Track

This is tricky bit that Steve used his router for. I'll try using my table saw to make the dado.

Stop Block

This is part of the T Track setup. I think it will be very useful if incorporated.

So, please have a go at posting a comment or two or three on my idea.

I look forward to your input.

Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Stanley STDH7213V Impact Drill Set - 13mm

Out of the Box:

The set came in a hard plastic case with all components held into their various locations. The quality of the case was as expected from a Stanley product, OK, but not great. Some of the components failed to be held securely in position when opening or closing.

Some versions of this kit come with a tape measure. This was not supplied, and didn't seem to have any location in case for one.

List of Components:

STDH7213V 13mm 720W Percussion Drill Kit
Components
1 x STDH7213 13mm Impact Drill	(incl Chuck & Chuck Key)
4 x Wood Drill Bits	4 / 5 / 6 / 8 mm
5 x Masonry Drill Bits	4 / 5 / 6 / 8 / 10 mm
4 x Metal Drill Bits	2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 mm
5 x Philips Driver Bits	#0 / #1 / #2 / #2 / #3
4 x Slot Driver Bits	#3 / #4 / #5 / #6
1 x Square Driver Bits	AD
7 x Sockets	4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 mm
1 x Pliers
1 x Box Cutter
1 x Driver Handle - Magnetic
1 x Driver Extension - Magnetic
1 x Small Claw Hammer
1 x Spirit Level - Magnetic
1 x Drill Side Handle
1 x Drill Depth Guide

Table Lazy Gekko Graphics

The Manual and Assembly:

No assembly required. Can be used straight from the box.

The manual supplied was the usual thing recycled paper black & white affair. English and Thai supported. Mostly safety information.

Digital Version. English only, is available at manuaslib.com.

Operation:

As as expected.

I drilled several holes through tile and concrete to hang something in the bathroom. I used a not supplied tile drill first without hammer and the drill operated smoothly with no strange noises etc.

When using the supplied masonry drill to drill out holes for the wall plugs, again, all went well.

Summary:

I actually have 2 of these kits. I bought one some time ago and left it with family to carry out some work for me up country. Most of the contents of the kit were misplaced, so I bought another to use myself. Lesson to be learned, don't lend tools!

The drill itself seems quite robust and up to the job of normal handy man type tasks. I'm sure, if looked after and used properly, I will get years of service.

The other components are typical quality that can be used for their intent, but how long they might last will be seen over the years.

Issues:

None at this time.

Specifications:

STDH7213 13mm 720W Percussion Drill
SPECIFICATION
VOLTAGE	720 W
CHUCK CAPACITY	1.5 – 13 MM
NO. LOAD SPEED	0-3.000 RPM
SWITCH	2 FINGER VARIABLE SPEED
REVERSE	YES
MAX DRILLING CAPACITY
METAL	13 MM
WOOD	32 MM
MASONRY	16 MM
SPEED DIAL	YES
CHUCK	KEYED
REVERSE MODE	YES
WEIGHT	2.4 KG

Table courtesy of Stanley Power Tool Blogspot.

Links:

Stanley Website (Thai)

Stanley Power Tool Blogspot (English)

Price:

2,621 baht

Where:

Hardware House in Rayong District GPS 12.833066 101.126942

When:

May 2017

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Stanley STST1825 1600W Table Saw

Stanley Table Saw.

*** Please check out the update below for some safety issue with the miter gauge.***

After a bit of the usual research and searching around, I decided on the Stanley Table Saw. As this particular unit seems to be only sold in Asia, finding readable information was limited. Here is a bit of a review of my new purchase.