I don't know about the laser but have you actually used a fence for cutting
with the scroll saw? I have never had any luck when I have tried that. I
tried because I didn't believe all the experts who said it was a waste of
time and just knew it had to work. I'm now one of those who says it can't
be done. If it works for you, what is your set up so it does?

"Alan McLean" wrote in message
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I wouod appreciate any comments on the following .

I am cutting 2nd and 3rd generation narrow laminates on a scroll saw.

If I position a laser pointer at the rear of the scroll saw blade so
that it throws a shadow on the laminate ( the narrowest shadow should
indicate alignment) and the shadow is bisected by my premarked point
on the laminate then I should be right.

I am only cutting straight lines so the initial positioning of the
blade is important (assuming my fence guide is accurate).

Yes, I am aware I could use a good cut off saw etc. but as I am using
narrow laminates then I lose a lot of detail (apart from wood).


Query. Is there sufficient width/power from a standard laser pointer
to throw a good shadow? Is it feasible?

I have seen uses in the past on lathes but not in this case

Regards
Alan