Does anyone know of a good splitter for thin kerf blades? I’ve been using a lightweight plastic model I got from Lee Valley, but I’d really like something sturdier. I’ve seen some nice ones for reg. kerf, but nothing for thin kerf that will fit my Jet (right tilt) saw. Any ideas. I could make my own, but I’ve been procrastinating so long I’m afraid I’ll never get to it.
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ktay
I use a Ridgid TS3650 with a regular kerf blade, and an aftermarket Micro Jig splitter. I thought since I had a contractor saw that was 1.5 hp that I had to use a thin kerf blade. A salesperson at Rockler talked me into buying a full kerf blade, and I've never come close to regretting it. I've ripped 8/4 white oak with no problems. All this to say you may want to consider switching to a full kerf blade and splitter. Just my two cents. Tom
Microjig makes a "Pro" version of their splitter than is coated metal, and available in two kerfs. ~ $30.
http://hartvilletool.com/product/12457
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