Maximum width of sanding: 16” (one pass), 32” (two passes) Maximum thickness of board: 5” Minimum thickness of board: 1/8” Minimum board length: 6” Feed rate: Variable (0-10 SFPM) Drum Size: 5” x 16” Drum Speed: 1725 R.P.M. Dust Ports: 2-1/2” with 4” adapter Model: JWDS-1632 Make/Model: Manual PDF Use Guidelines Certified users only …
Category: Workshop
Shop Basics Certification
Shop Basics Certification is required for all members wanting to use the workshops or metal shop. This Class (and certification) is a pre-requisite or co-requisite in many shop classes. Effective Dates Existing Members… There’s a 90-day grace period to complete your certification so that you can continue using the Ace Shops If you’ve taken Shop Basics …
Updating/Repairing Dust Collection Seals
Over time the tape seals used to connect the ducts and seal the gates is going to fail. Dust, forced air, vibration, and time. They will need to be replaced. Materials and Tools A box cutter Silver HVAC Tape (not common duct tape) A shop vac in good working order Spray clean or soap Paper …
Cyclone filter cleaning experiment
The Cyclone (AMT255) filter needs cleaning regularly… but it is a pain to take all the way down and blow out. And every time we do it takes some damage. I had this idea to run an experiment. Hypothesis: We can clean it in place almost as well as take it apart using a shop …
AMT387 – Kreg Pocket Hole Jig 720
Documentation: Make/Model: Kreg Pocket Hole Jig 720 Kreg Pocket Hole Jig Manual Notes for Use: Clamps are your friend This device has a unique dust collection insert to make dust collection via vacuum a snap (manual pg. 6), see below: General Information Pocket hole jigs allow the user to drill a hole at an accurate angle …
Preventing Electrical Overload in the Shop
The Shop is Conditionally OPEN as of 1/9/23 We are currently experiencing electrical issues in this room and have reached out to the LL and our electricians to figure out a longer-term fix. In the meantime, the shop is conditionally open. What you can expect: All members need to report ALL electrical issues both on …
Securing Wood on the Table Saw
Methods of Securing Wood on the Table Saw Freehand use of the table saw is not allowed. You must use at least the fence or a miter gauge or a jig when using the table saw. You must never use the fence and a miter gauge at the same time. There are several methods of …
AMT382 Bosch 12″ Sliding Compound Miter Saw
Make/Model: 12 In. Dual-Bevel Glide Miter Saw, GCM12SD Documentation: Manual Usage Many improvements have been made to this saw over other miter saws. While easier for users, it does require awareness of the differences. There are many callouts and diagrams on the saw itself. When in doubt, use your eyes! Quick Terms Bevel An angle …
Air Quality Maintenence (AQM)
This post details the Monthly required air quality maintenance work that is required to keep the shops open. Air Quality Maintenance PDF CHECKLIST Task Check List Air quality is a matter of safety. When there is fine dust in the air, it is very dangerous for people. The systems at Ace need to be used …
2022 Workshop Renovations
In Sept 2022 a new CNC router was installed, requiring a reorganization of the back room layout in the workshop. The shop leadership is using this as an opportunity to update other aspects of the shop for better use of space, better accessibility, and more efficient dust collection. This page serves as a hub for …