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LS 103
Feb 26, 2014 20:44:47 GMT -5
Post by garch on Feb 26, 2014 20:44:47 GMT -5
LS 103 in action.
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LS 103
Feb 26, 2014 20:56:32 GMT -5
Post by garch on Feb 26, 2014 20:56:32 GMT -5
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LS 103
Feb 26, 2014 21:03:52 GMT -5
Post by garch on Feb 26, 2014 21:03:52 GMT -5
With sg400:
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LS 103
Mar 3, 2014 20:11:16 GMT -5
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Post by garch on Mar 3, 2014 20:11:16 GMT -5
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LS 103
Mar 3, 2014 20:25:09 GMT -5
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Post by garch on Mar 3, 2014 20:25:09 GMT -5
A quick video I shot:
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LS 103
Mar 3, 2014 22:05:13 GMT -5
via mobile
Post by GhostFist on Mar 3, 2014 22:05:13 GMT -5
Now can you change chains on this to accommodate different sized mortise? Or is it just expected you're going to make multiple plunges any way?
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Post by garch on Mar 3, 2014 22:27:59 GMT -5
Now can you change chains on this to accommodate different sized mortise? Or is it just expected you're going to make multiple plunges any way? There are multiple chain sets / bars available. Typical timber framing tenons are 1.5 inch thick or 2 inch thick. I have the 1.5 inch set. If I remember correctly there are various metric sizes available also. As far as width goes the chainset is 1.125" wide so you plunge until the desired with is achieved. Also I was able to make the angled walls of the brace mortises by removing the fg150 stand and using the fence that comes with the ls103, freehand. Fun stuff! there are also slot mortising chain sets and slotting stands available for creating slots in timbers and glu lams to receive steel plate connections. This is is a very versatile tool. |
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LS 103
Mar 4, 2014 9:31:42 GMT -5
Post by jonathan on Mar 4, 2014 9:31:42 GMT -5
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LS 103
Mar 4, 2014 10:51:21 GMT -5
Post by jalvis on Mar 4, 2014 10:51:21 GMT -5
Amazing concept and a real time saver. Really enjoy watching this tool work.
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LS 103
Mar 13, 2014 23:32:33 GMT -5
Post by MrToolJunkie on Mar 13, 2014 23:32:33 GMT -5
Here is a short video I cam across from Popular Woodworking showing this in action:
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LS 103
Mar 13, 2014 23:36:34 GMT -5
Post by MrToolJunkie on Mar 13, 2014 23:36:34 GMT -5
This tool is so cool.
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LS 103
Mar 14, 2014 9:42:32 GMT -5
Post by jalvis on Mar 14, 2014 9:42:32 GMT -5
I wonder how some of the other brands of Chain Mortisers compare to the Mafell such as the Makita?
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LS 103
Mar 14, 2014 11:10:46 GMT -5
Post by garch on Mar 14, 2014 11:10:46 GMT -5
I wonder how some of the other brands of Chain Mortisers compare to the Mafell such as the Makita? As you probably figured out Mafell is the Rolls-Royce of chain mortisers, more settings and options available through my experiences. It can also be used for slotting timbers and glu lams to receive steel connector plates. Many timber framers also use the Makita. The makita is much slower as it has to be clamped to the timber, a different methodology all together. It also cuts with the grain which is not ideal, imagine your typical chainsaw cutting with the grain. I've not seen one yet but I believe ryobi makes or made a mortiser similar to the makita. Others I've seen which are comparable to the Mafell LS are the Hema ZKS 15, Swiss KSL 161, and Protool 150. The chain set I have on my LS is 1 1/2" which mortises that specific thickness per plunge, typical for hardwoods; and there is a 2" chain set available which is somewhat typical with softwood joinery. Chain sets and bars are expensive so I figured the 1 1/2" would be most versatile. With the LS you have full mortise thickness per plunge as with the Makita you have to keep plunging until the desired thickness is achieved. Very laborious. This is just what I know, I'm sure others may have more information on the other brands of mortisers. |
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LS 103
May 23, 2014 21:07:08 GMT -5
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Post by garch on May 23, 2014 21:07:08 GMT -5
Mortising some rock maple.  |
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LS 103
Apr 23, 2015 14:26:44 GMT -5
Post by Red on Apr 23, 2015 14:26:44 GMT -5
Can you tell me the difference(s) between the LS 103 and the Protool CMP 150, Garch? I realize that width and depth are wholly dependent on the bar & chain combo, but the design of the Mafell and the Protool look nearly identical to me ... The chain cover/ ejection chute looks a little easier to remove, but other than that  ?? |
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