project hold downs

[POPS 64]

since i got the SB i was shown to hold down projects with 2 sided tape and I screw down a couple blocks down oppisite the 2 fences . and I have a small vacuum plate for lithophanes. is there something better ?

[cowboy1296]

There are about 3 or 4 different ways. I chose t-tracks. There are a few venders that sell them along with clamps. I got mine at rocklers. My only regret i should have cut the pockets a little deeper so that i could resurface the table better.

[chiloquinruss]

I use t-track also. Shown are 1 foot squares at one end with 1x4 pieces at the other end and rails alon the sides. Works for me as I do mostly sheet goods. Everything else I have made as removable jigs and sleds. Russ

[POPS 64]

Thanks guys some good idea's to think about . Looks like you guys have the extended tables I'am only running 24 x 36 , T tracks look like a lot less table resurfacing.

[cowboy1296]

Mine is only a buddy 32 with a 4 foot power stick. Which means it has a cutting area of 48x32 or close to that.

[POPS 64]

Rick , what do you make with your machine , hobbiest or business? I'am always looking for new ideas . Want to get full use of machine . been thinking of vynal and been seeing some real interesting things made from plywood.

[cowboy1296]

I make mostly retirement, memorial and military plaques. I like 3-d and work mostly with hardwood. I am retired and it gives an old man something to do.

[donek]

Watch this
http://youtu.be/fOrkvPF0pro

[POPS 64]

Sean very good video gives me some idea's. I have a vacuum pump and a plate for my lithophanes. but doing the entire table is something to think about. THANKS

[POPS 64]

Rick that is awsome work the 3-D is my favorite work to , big learning curve with wood to use . What software are you using ? I inherited my machine and using what it came with a 06-07 version of PW , PW 3D , didnt want to upgrade until I was sure about this . I was computer illiterate and never seen a cnc except on tv . its been a experience but know i'am hooked. think I'am up grading to V-carve 7 latest version , Aspire looks nice but price is up there and being retired , you know.