On Friday, February 23, 2018 at 10:30:42 AM UTC-5, Jack Stein wrote:
On 2/22/2018 2:39 PM, Electric Comet wrote:
not satisfied with his explanation for that folder over fence addition
is he correct or is there some other reason for that
never have liked gimmicks and maybe it is useful but i cannot see it
especially on time tested setups like a table saw rip fence
https://youtu.be/iAwjCykzS_8
the on off switch problem is somewhat ridiculous
that problem was never encountered in testing or it is a feature
seems hard to believe they missed that problem
or is the videographer using it wrong
Personally, I think a battery powered stationary TS is rather lame. If
I want to use a ts, and be bothered carrying around a large tool like
that, I might as well plug it in. Otherwise, circular saws with tails
are good for outside, and a circular saw with battery is great for a
couple of cuts in the shop that don't work well on a normal TS, like
cutting 2" off the ends of a 16 foot 2x, or breaking down a full sheet
of plywood to fit better on a "real" TS.
Moreover, about my only concern with that piece is how long the battery
would last. He went over everything but that? Dumb on all counts.
Could there be a reason to own one of these, I think possibly a craft
lady/man/whatever might use one for something, but probably not a wood
worker with regular tools. My guess is even the craft lady/man/whatever
would be concerned about battery life more than anything
If the battery lasts or you have multiples or a way to charge them (lots of if's) then I can
see a use in remote sites such as a cabin build or a dock by a pond. Yes, a generator could
be hauled in, but that requires cords and gas and certainly more weight.
I've been on a build where we brought supplies and tools in with 4 wheelers and small trailers
via rough trails. I remember my buddy telling me that getting the generator there was a real
pain. He left it at the cabin for occasional use, but it sure disturbs the peace and quiet. A wood
stove and lanterns were the norm.