Is it safe to do this?

Think it might be better when you make the second cut from the other
side, don't cut all the way through. Leave a bit (maybe <1/8th inch) to
keep everything together, then finish it off with a hand saw. Don't
use a featherboard for the second cut, either! Tom

Never mind about the featherboard warning, I was worrying about closing
the already cut side before the blade. As long as the featherboard is
far enough before the blade (and pressing _below_ the previous cut),
you'll be fine. Pushstick, definitely! Tom

A planer will work as well, but since you didn't ask about that I would
guess that you don't have one. When I do this one, I rip just over 1/2
of the thickness. Do use a push stick. The cut side will need some
fixing up, as the cuts never seem to line up just right, especially if
the board you are ripping hasn't been jointed and planed.
robo hippy

I appreciate all the responses. FWIW - I did build a push block out of
3/4 plywood.

I was cutting some rough red cedar to size. I got it done. They don't
look perfect but I will tone them up on my jointer. The best thing is
that I can still count to 10 with my boots on.

Pete

Yeah, that's about what I made. Mine is little longer I think and not
quite as tall.

Pete

"sumdume" <[email protected]> wrote

>I need to rip a 2x4 to 1 1/2 x 3 1/2. However, my Table saw cannot
> make 3 1/2 inch cut.
>
> Can I rip one side to 2" and flip the board end over end and rip the
> other side, Safely?

You might like to find on my web site - Circular Sawbench Safety - Saw
Blades and scroll down to 'Deep Cutting'.

I think that to some extent, the problems increase with the length of the
cut.

Jeff G

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Actually, the boards measured 1 3/4 x 3 3/4 when I got them. They were
not planed smooth.

Pete

Mostly noise and sawdust. It's supposed to be a trestle style picnic
table.

Pete

In article <[email protected]>,
sumdume <[email protected]> wrote:

> Can I rip one side to 2" and flip the board end over end and rip the
> other side, Safely?

What Tom said. I've done this... Finish the cut with a hand saw and
then clean up with a hand plane.

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- Mark Twain.

"Swingman" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> "sumdume" wrote in message
>> I need to rip a 2x4 to 1 1/2 x 3 1/2. However, my Table saw cannot
>> make 3 1/2 inch cut.
>
> Unless this is a really old 2x4, it already is 1 1/2 x 3 1/2.
>
> (actually, just a little shy on both counts)
>

Good point! :)

Currently rehabing a house built in 1930, nothing like oak framing with true
2x4's, they sure don't make em like they used to!

"sumdume" wrote in message
> I need to rip a 2x4 to 1 1/2 x 3 1/2. However, my Table saw cannot
> make 3 1/2 inch cut.

Unless this is a really old 2x4, it already is 1 1/2 x 3 1/2.

(actually, just a little shy on both counts)

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On 15 Feb 2006 16:21:00 -0800, "sumdume" <[email protected]> wrote:

>I need to rip a 2x4 to 1 1/2 x 3 1/2. However, my Table saw cannot
>make 3 1/2 inch cut.
>
>Can I rip one side to 2" and flip the board end over end and rip the
>other side, Safely?
>
>I have become quite attached to these ugly ole fingers of mine.
>
>Pete

well, it sounds a bit scarey, but can be done.... just be CAREFUL...
use of push stick, feather board(s), kevlar vest, etc. recommended..

before making each cut, remind yourself of a redneck's last words:
"Hey, y'all... watch this!"


Mac

https://home.comcast.net/~mac.davis
https://home.comcast.net/~mac.davis/wood_stuff.htm

I actually meant "push stick" not "push block". There is a difference.

The one I use is similar to the one shown at this web page :

http://www.woodzone.com/images/tips/rectpushstick.jpg

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I kept waiting for someone to see the light. Thank you.
Tom
"Swingman" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> "sumdume" wrote in message
>> I need to rip a 2x4 to 1 1/2 x 3 1/2. However, my Table saw cannot
>> make 3 1/2 inch cut.
>
> Unless this is a really old 2x4, it already is 1 1/2 x 3 1/2.
>
> (actually, just a little shy on both counts)
>
> --
> www.e-woodshop.net
> Last update: 12/13/05
>
>
>
>
>

No problem. Do not however use your hand to push the wood thru. even
though the blade will not be penetrating through the top of the wood on the
first pass do not hold it down with your hand as you pass it over the blade.
I have read horror stories on this NG (OK, one horror story) where someone
was making a dado and using there hand to push the wood over the blade and
the wood kicked back and the guys hand went into the spinning dado blade.

Use a push block and it can be done safely.

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sumdume wrote:

> I need to rip a 2x4 to 1 1/2 x 3 1/2. However, my Table saw cannot
> make 3 1/2 inch cut.
>
> Can I rip one side to 2" and flip the board end over end and rip the
> other side, Safely?
>
> I have become quite attached to these ugly ole fingers of mine.
>
> Pete
>
yup. let 'er rip. <g>

dave

for this type of maneuver i use a push block that extends over the wood and
has a piece of wood on the bottom towards the back that grabs the wood.

I can post a picture if you like.

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"stoutman" <.@.> wrote in message
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> No problem. Do not however use your hand to push the wood thru. even
> though the blade will not be penetrating through the top of the wood on
> the first pass do not hold it down with your hand as you pass it over the
> blade. I have read horror stories on this NG (OK, one horror story) where
> someone was making a dado and using there hand to push the wood over the
> blade and the wood kicked back and the guys hand went into the spinning
> dado blade.
>
> Use a push block and it can be done safely.
>
> --
> Stoutman
> http://www.garagewoodworks.com/index.htm
> (Featuring a NEW look)
>

Whatcha makin'? A fishing pole?

Lee

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