Bandsaw in and outfeed tables

[Andrew Hughes]

Here's a look at my infeed/outfeed bandsaw setup. Most of my ripping is done here first then jointer planer table saw.
Thought I'd share since there's a lot of bandsaw threads lately.
And I wanted to see how my new s9 phone takes pictures

[Bob Cooper]

I like it ...,

[Jim Becker]

Very clever way to get the support! Bravo!

[Andrew Hughes]

Thanks Bob and Jim this is my improved version. My first plywood one didn't stay flat for very long.
So if anyone thinking of making one I wouldn't recommend plywood.

[Jamie Buxton]

Are those permanent additions to the saw, or can they be folded up?

And what happens if you tilt the saw's table?

[Matthew Hills]

Thanks Bob and Jim this is my improved version. My first plywood one didn't stay flat for very long.
So if anyone thinking of making one I wouldn't recommend plywood.

So what is the construction? (if wanting flat, I'd think a hollow-core construction, maybe with MDF, would be most stable if no moisture...?)
But photo looks like solid lumber?

Am curious what you did to get the support struts cut to length? Looks like you have a birdsmouth cut into the lower part and then cut the top to length to set the planarity of the infeed/outfeed wings, right?

Matt

[Bill Dufour]

So what is the construction? (if wanting flat, I'd think a hollow-core construction, maybe with MDF, would be most stable if no moisture...?)
But photo looks like solid lumber?

Am curious what you did to get the support struts cut to length? Looks like you have a birdsmouth cut into the lower part and then cut the top to length to set the planarity of the infeed/outfeed wings, right?

Matt

If it was me at one end I would have a hanger bolt with a coupling nut to adjust the length.

Bill D.

[Rick Potter]

Lookin' good Andrew. Can you slide it sideways when you move your fence?

PS: I put the carbide blade on last night. Cuts nice and clean.

[Andrew Hughes]

Thanks guys, everything is fixed and ridged to brackets. So there no tilting of the table something I hardly ever need to do on that saw.
The wood is hard maple it has held it flatness very well since last summer.The out feed side also makes for a good clamping spot.For my needs at least

Good to hear Rick that saw is a beast. Did you use a tensioner accessory for that blade or the factory gauge on the saw?

[Rick Potter]

Just going by the factory markings, AJ. You made me go out and look.....the factory markings go up to a 1 5/8" blade!!

PS: I think you said you were interested in my Dad's Ryobi resaw I have. I am considering selling it. If interested, let me know. No hurry.

[Andrew Hughes]

Wow 1 5/8 . The Ryobi would be a fun tool to have I remember looking at a video of one running it was crazy loud. Not a early morning saw to run.
How about that Tormek 2000 let me know if you want to sell it. Or maybe rent it for a weekend I've gotten used to sharpening my jointer knives with mine before it pooped out.

[Rick Potter]

Always thought I might put a different motor on it like others have done, but Aggie stopped that train of thought.

I won't rent you the Tormek, but you can borrow it any time.