DJphoto Loc: SF Bay Area

I've thought about building one, but so far have been doing fine with a high quality miter gauge that I upgraded with 1" x 3" 80-20 (https://catalogs.8020.net/80-20-Inc-Catalog-23/92/) and some L shaped movable stops I made from Baltic birch plywood, T bolts and knobs from Rockler, combined with a zero clearance insert. I think a good miter gauge is essential for a table saw. I'll probably build a sled eventually though. Something to consider is that if you don't always use the same thickness blade (such as a regular and thin kerf blade) or use a dado set, you have to have replaceable inserts or multiple sleds. The sled you discuss seems very nice, but may border on "overkill" and a simpler one can be made for less. I would (will) use 1/2" Baltic birch for the base and a good adjustable close fitting miter slot bar such as this: https://www.rockler.com/24-miter-slider-bar

BTW, I've thought about a SawStop, but I'm just very careful when I use my 10" Grizzly cabinet saw. When I can I use one of my band saws, as they are safer than a table saw.

crazeedayz

If you haven’t already, check out WWGOA (Woodworkers Guild Of America). Some easy plans/ideas on building your own sled.

sheldon minsky Loc: iron mountain michigan

Give me an address so I can send you a donation to fund your project.

Halkeye Loc: Sandiego, CA.

I made one for my 30 year old Craftsmen table saw. I use it for cabinet work and straight finish cross cuts.

Texcaster Loc: Queensland

Top job! In the old days we used to call those 'cut off boxes' and I've made a few. I haven't needed one since the early 90s when I got this behemoth. It also has a second motor, spindle moulder in front of the saw. It's older than me, not many things are.

Tom467 Loc: North Central Florida

I agree with walkabout08. I have a sled and use it all the time, much safer cross cutting.

Tom