The table saw’s power and precision put it at the center of everyone’s shop. Despite this honored position, a table saw is mostly used for mundane ripping tasks.


To make better use of my table saw, I use these four simple jigs in my shop. They take advantage of the table saw’s speed and accuracy without tempting you to perform risky operations.

The first jig crosscuts small parts without putting your fingers in harm’s way or sending little offcuts flying back into your face. The second jig allows you to repeatedly rip very thin stock without the risk of kickback. 


The third jig lets you safely crosscut panels for casework. And the fourth jig provides an easy, accurate way to cut tapered legs. All four jigs make use of the factory-milled miter slots found on contractor and cabinet saws. Once you have these jigs in your shop, you’ll be surprised how often you reach for them and what a difference they make in your saw’s capabilities.


Note: Except for the thin-rip jig, these jigs rely on an initial cut to define a zero-clearance edge. Because blade kerfs vary slightly, it’s important to select and use the same blade each time you use the jig. So that you won’t forget, note the blade used on the face of each jig.


Originally writen by popularwoodworking and most pictures collected from pinterest