Category Archives: Tools

Nice track saw build with straight edge guide

Posted on October 13, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice build with an addition added on to allow for perfect 90 degree cuts when needed, and setup quickly. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/perfect-straight-cut-using-circular-saw-track-parallel-guide-90118#post199379

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Use a RPi Pico to interface a JTAG connection

Posted on August 30, 2023 by robertwilkie

Well beats buying a custom cable for the job. This allows the RPi Pico to basically convert to/from JTAG to USB. Nice idea. https://www.adiuvoengineering.com/post/microzed-chronicles-jtag-using-a-raspberry-pi-pico

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Angle Grinder belt sander build

Posted on August 29, 2023 by robertwilkie

I have seen a bunch of these builds over time, but what I like about this one is it involves no welding. Still a bit complicated for a build. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/angle-grinder-belt-sander-video-92986#post210556

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Cove cuts on a table saw

Posted on August 23, 2023 by robertwilkie

Interesting jig that is adjustable to do this on a table saw. https://www.popularwoodworking.com/techniques/cove-cuts-on-the-table-saw/

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Neat pumpkin carving knife

Posted on August 14, 2023 by robertwilkie

figured if stores already have haloween stuff out, I can post about it. Anyways neat knife build for carving out pumpkins, would have been nice if it allowed you to put new blades in too (its all glued together). https://www.instructables.com/The-Ultimate-Pumpkin-Carving-Knife/

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Nice battery operated solder fume fan

Posted on August 10, 2023 by robertwilkie

Involves alot of 3D printed parts, overall a nice build if you have that brand of power tools to use for a battery. My 2 cents, I would build it a bit simplier since it would be a 1 of … Continue reading →

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Interesting Drill guide

Posted on June 8, 2023 by robertwilkie

Its more like a portable drill press. Nice build, not so sure I would do it over some of the ones you can buy for $50, given the time to make this. Now if the parts where all pre-cut for … Continue reading →

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Nice router lift

Posted on May 24, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice built that uses a standard trim router. Been looking at building my own but trim routers (used and cheap) are hard to find. Full size ones are easier to find. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/router-lift-video-93194#post211195

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Fancy circle center finder

Posted on May 2, 2023 by robertwilkie

This is a bit more fancy than I would have gone, but its a nice centerfinder for a circle. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/multifunction-guide-woodworking-tool-92248#post208046

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Making a simple Tenoning jig

Posted on April 21, 2023 by robertwilkie

Made for a tablesaw. Pretty straight forward build with a clamp. Not fancy but does the job. https://www.instructables.com/How-to-Make-a-Tenoning-Jig-DIY-Table-Saw-Jig/

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