Taper Jig
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What happens here
A wooden taper jig is utilized on a table saw to create an angled cut on a workpiece. The jig features an adjustable fence, allowing for different taper angles, and a toggle clamp (a blue Kreg brand clamp is visible) to securely hold the wood against the fence. The entire jig, with the clamped workpiece, slides along the table saw's rip fence, guiding it through the blade to create a consistent and precise tapered cut. This technique is useful for furniture legs or other components requiring a gradual reduction in thickness or width.
Goal: Make precise angled cuts (tapers) on a table saw.
Tools and materials
- Table Saw — Making the tapered cut
- Taper Jig DIY — Guiding the workpiece for angled cuts
- Toggle Clamp Kreg — Securing the workpiece to the taper jig
- Wing Nuts — Adjusting the taper jig's fence
- Wood Piece — The material being cut with a taper