How to use Router table T-tracks
mmdurocher
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I got a Router table to diversify my uses of my router, and I’m looking for advice on ways to use the T-tracks in the table surface. What kinds of jigs or hold-downs do people use them for? Thanks for your help!
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The workshop tip and comments to the tips mentions router table uses -
https://www.finewoodworking.com/2019/11/07/improve-your-jigs-with-track-clamps
You don't typically use hold downs on a Router Table since the work piece has to move. What the t-tracks typically are used for is to hold some type of featherboad in place that applies pressure against the work piece holding it tight to the fence. Doing this results in smoother and safer cuts. I can vouch for the Featherpro from BOW products. I used their product for a few years and think it's the best featherboad I've ever used.
Feather boards to help keep the stock against the fence.
Have one but never use it. I make feather boards I can clamp to the overhang, for me it’s a lot more convenient.
You wouldn’t use it with a miter gauge, you always ride along the fence. Or else the fence has to be perfectly parallel to T track.
I have a combo track on my router table. I use it for feather bourds, stop blocks, guide wheels and so on. It's better to have it and not always need it. IMO
Well, t-tracks perpendicular to the miter slot would help if you need to push a large or long board forward onto the bit. I use it like that to rout biscuit slots for round biscuits. My biscuit joiner doesn't cut deeply enough. Not a good practice but sometimes it would be helpful. Other than that, I don't know.
Good luck with all the great ideas others will give you.
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