Table Saw Cutoff Sled

There’s a persistent idea in woodworking that bigger is better. We need the most powerful saw motor, the largest slabs, the widest jointer. Now normally I don’t exactly follow that notion, but I’ve learned in some situations bigger actually is better. It’s how you go about that size that makes the real difference. This table saw sled is a good example of that philosophy. It’s not the largest in every dimension, but it’s bigger where it counts — that is to say, fully supporting all size of workpieces on your table saw. There’s more to a good sled than just size though. Which is why this one features a pivoting fence, adjustable stop blocks, a T-track for accessories, and a zero-clearance auxiliary table, just to name a few. The base sled itself is designed to take plenty of abuse over time and still remain square. MDF construction means that you don’t have to worry about grain direction, and should have little issue with seasonal expansion and contraction. The top and bottom of the sled are covered in MicroDot laminate to protect the sled and help it slide easily on your table saw surface. Once you use a sled like this, you’ll wonder how you got by using a dinky miter gauge for so long.

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