What is the recommended maximum board length that should be used with this jointer?
1091904
The manufacturer specifications that we have for this jointer do not indicate a maximum board length; but do stipulate the minimum as 10" in length for both jointing and planing.
1903008
24" is usually good - but it still depends on the type of wood. Sometimes you will need to split it manually.
1438655
Which way are you cutting 45...across the 10" end OR board laid flat and 45 across 10" width of board (cut would be appx 14" long. Best answer is NO to either way. I suppose it could be done by painstakingly moving and flipping board...not a clean cut. Best answer is use a typical 10" or 12" compound miter sliding arm saw. Shop around.
61444
I would limit the pieces to no shorter than 4 inches - anything shorter could risk catching in the blade assembly and causing damage and possible injury by itself. You could probably go shorter if you follow a short piece with longer piece that can be accessed from both sides to ensure the shorter piece is fully fed through the planer.
1137723
As my husband is the primary user, I asked him. He said that 1/2", which agrees with what previous reponders have said, is the max size he would use it on.
1359268
No way... the 1/4 spacing is already pretty tight. You need some room to pre-drill and than screw the board in a 45 degrees angle. If it's too tight the drill bit or screw bit will mark the opposite board. Anyway, 1/4 is already pretty close, remember you need to leave a reasonable gap so the timber can expand/contract. My deck I used the 5/16 and 1/4 spacers so I was able to adjust the total length by tinny bits... Cheers.
389067
Two 55" Grizzly tracks will do the job. Clamp track with Dewalt clamps mpo they are better than Festool for this application. Store flat when not in use. The will warp over time if leaned or hung.
2021193
A joiner is used priomarily to provide square,finished board edges. If a thickness planer is not available , the operator may try using the joiner to reduce thickness of a board up to 6 inches wide by running the board across the joiner blades by pressing down and feeding the board manually. This will provide imperfect thickness throughout the board. The thickness planer applies uniform pressure on the board as it is automatically fed across the blades and thus provides precision thickness. Usually, boards up to 12 inches in width can be planed.
1792444
I have 65 mm wheels and there is about 18mm clearance from the top of wheel to the board in a max turn . I think the 80 mm wheels will work . The trucks you use may change the amount of clearance
1798589
I've got a Delta Unisaw with an Incra Fence system. My fence extends past the front of the table about 5". I can easily do a taper 30" using the jig. To safely extend much much beyond that distance you would have to have a properly aligned indeed table and put a fence extension on. If you did that your distance cold be as long as you make your indeed table/fence extension. Hope this helps.
1437352
For me, specifically relating to the 17' model (12017) I have used wide boards on the very top rungs. Using a tape measure from the concrete floor in my shop to the top of the board going across, I have a height of 46-48 inches. I found this perfectly fine to use in this capacity, though it is NOT recommended by Little Giant or myself. I am probably stupid to do it...lol That said, I have never felt unsafe or in danger. Truthfully, I am very careful and cautious.
178571
Depending on the Drive style (spur/chuck) and type of live center, recommended is 18" I find with low profile ends I can get just over 19" but it is very tight getting the piece in between points. I would recommend not going past the 18" mark for anything.. Thinking Safety..
1165588
I would say B. It isn't really flexible and I needed to buy some 90 deg. joints to get the needed flexibility.
1554694
I have 100' on mine. That almost maxes it out. I'm using the Craftsman black rubber. It works very well. Eley offers an extender which would accommodate more.
2208531
There is an app in the Play store that tells you what size pocket screw to use for whatever width boards you join (and what type of joint).
1175079
Haven't done it but went and looked at the instructions and yes, it can be used for jointing. has instructions on how to set it up.
296442
If you are splitting wood that's already been quartered from rounds I think the shorter version might be the better choice. On the other hand my sister in law is 5'4 and she uses my brothers 36" splitter quite regularly with no complaints...