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Post by arvid on Oct 5, 2016 23:53:12 GMT -5
hello all. new member here.
i have a erika 70 for a few years now. i have been wondering if i should order the sliding table. since this is in my truck for job site work does this sliding table detach easily and reattach again with accuracy pretty smoothly? or is it an accessory that should stay on the saw full-time?
also have a mafeel kss60cc on the way too.
Thank you
Arvid
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Post by jimbouk on Oct 5, 2016 23:55:56 GMT -5
Hi Arvid, welcome to the forum. Can't help on the Erica but you will love the 60!  |
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Post by wrightwoodwork on Oct 6, 2016 4:16:20 GMT -5
Getting the sliding table really depends on work flow. If you have a lot of repeated cuts then it is handy, but if more individual sizes the kss has the edge. Setting up the first time takes around 15 minutes, then for the next time of use say 2 or 3 minutes to fix the rail. The table just hooks on and the fence slides on to the dovetail profiles. Accuracy will be the same as last time used unless the fence has had a knock etc. It can all be quickly checked and adjusted if need be. Checking and adjusting takes the same length of time as using the fence on the saw
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Post by Knight Woodworks on Oct 6, 2016 8:00:18 GMT -5
Welcome to the forum.
Agree with Wrightwoodwork. If you frequently cross cut material larger than the pull function can handle, the table is a nice addition.
Easy to install and remove. The rail is about 4'10" long so I tend to leave it at home unless I know I need it.
John
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Post by erik on Oct 8, 2016 8:46:39 GMT -5
The Erika's pull function is a great feature but it can be slightly awkward to use and slightly challenging to use for more height sensitive work. For cutting lap joints or bridle joints on the Erika, I prefer the sliding table over the pull function. I had a natural tendency to rotate the handle when pulling the saw blade so I opted to get the slider and work over the material without concern for vary the blade height when pulling from underneath.
As mentioned before, it depends on your workflow but I often found that when adding tools to my workflow, my workflow augmented to allow for an increased ability to accurately deal with higher skilled work on-site.
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Post by Knight Woodworks on Oct 8, 2016 11:55:58 GMT -5
Erik makes a great point, the pull function can be problematic for height sensitive procedures. Another advantage of the sliding table.
John
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Post by Tom Gensmer on Oct 30, 2016 11:54:53 GMT -5
I LOVE the sliding table for the Erika! As mentioned above, plan on spending 15-20 minutes to make the initial adjustments. Once you have it dialed in, it stays in adjustment, and only takes a minute or two to install or uninstall.
The sliding table beam hangs on the dovetail profile, and secures with two hex bolts. The table itself just clips on to the beam, and rides on a series of ball bearings.
I used to carry the sliding table parts with me daily, but since I usually only use it in my shop I'll probably just find a good home for it there.
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