xJoey Dubsx 42 Posted September 13, 2013 Just wondering if anyone has made their own or know of any cheap alternatives? This could be something I could really use for signs and other projects but don't wanna spend the $2000 grand... I know there is the guide systems like below, but want something fixed.. I could have swore back in 05' when I was working at Fast Signs, we had one with a knife too, so we can cut coro and other knifeable stuff.. Maybe I'm nuts but yeah, need something like that too.. Also, just saw this.http://signsplusbanners.com/itemdetail.php?sku=900&p=Cutting+%26+Trimming+Tools&c=Panel+Saws&s=Portable+Cutting+Guides Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrMopar64 47 Posted September 13, 2013 Here is a kit... http://panelsawsrus.com/products/ MM64 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted September 14, 2013 That kit looks like a good deal. I've seen the blade type in some of the catalogs but I'm not at the store to reference. Thinking it was in Fellers or Signwarehouse. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mabscotthandyman 1,410 Posted September 14, 2013 Unless you was doing a pile of signs/projects the straight edge and circular saw works great. I make mine with 1/4 inch hardboard and a good straight 1x4 cut a pc of hardboard about 12-14 inches attach the 1x4 alonf the factory edge with glue and screws after it is attached carfully run your saw against the 1x4 cutting off the excess hardboard now you have a perfect straight edge just align the edge with the cut line clamp down and cut. This will also work with routers and jigsaws just be sure to use the same saw with the jig. I have multiple saws, routers etc so I mark each jig with the saw etc that it was made for. This is how I cut down full sheets of plywood prior to cuting on a table saw even for cabinets. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LPWash 75 Posted September 14, 2013 I just saw a new tool at Lowe's . It's like a straight edge and a clamp put together . Quick on / Quick off 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted September 14, 2013 I have a 4' clamp on guide from Harbor Freight but that doesn't help on the longer cuts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mabscotthandyman 1,410 Posted September 14, 2013 I have a 4' clamp on guide from Harbor Freight but that doesn't help on the longer cuts. The jig I described above will cut a full sheet lenth wise. I have one for cross cuts and also for a router. With a fine blade you can cut coro, diabond or even aluminum sheets I use an 80 tooth carbide blade for metal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xJoey Dubsx 42 Posted September 16, 2013 Oh lala! http://panelsawsrus.com/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
