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Post by GhostFist on Nov 19, 2013 17:31:23 GMT -5
busy day in my wee shop didn't get the time to do any pics but theyre coming I promise. Correction on the length of the aerofix, it's 1300mm not 1600. I managed to squeeze out one small test beyond just cutting the splinter strip and I have to say I'm impressed. A really good aid to have. Just a note, by lifting the track while the vacuum is on, you can separate the track from the board and move it. I mention this just so people know how well it clamps down. Certainly excellent for assuring you stay on your marks while cutting, but it explains why they don't want you to use it above an incline of 45 degrees. The weight of your saw is probably enough. to disturb the seal and cause the track to slip. As for the rail stops, I didn't get a chance to use them today but I don't feel they are going to prevent a saw from jumping if that situation were to arise. More over they're just start and stop blocks for making accurate plunge cuts.
I'll do my best to answer any questions anyone may have.
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Post by GhostFist on Nov 20, 2013 16:58:35 GMT -5
  
From left to right, underside of aerofix at vacuum connections, sliding plate on aerofix underside to adjust suction to your workpiece, sliding plate removed and flipped to be used with standard F track and top mounted vac attachment (not shown). Just thought i'd give you more deets on this system. I have to say I'm really liking it so far, I find the hose to the saw is less in the way and no where near as snaggy as the standard anti static hose that came with my Festool vac |
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Post by GhostFist on Nov 25, 2013 10:03:55 GMT -5
haven't really looked to see if it was possible to switch out the hardware on the provided track to one of my 1600's. the extra length would be handy for cross cuts
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Post by woodie on Nov 25, 2013 10:42:58 GMT -5
haven't really looked to see if it was possible to switch out the hardware on the provided track to one of my 1600's. the extra length would be handy for cross cuts I took mine apart a few weeks back. There's a gasket that's adhered to the rail. It looks like it would be a one way trip taking the gasket off. If I'm remembering things right, I think there's some additional machining on the rail too. |
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Post by GhostFist on Nov 25, 2013 11:14:29 GMT -5
too bad, a little extra length would be great for cross cuts on 4x8
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Post by luzzy on Mar 28, 2014 20:57:45 GMT -5
After a few months of staring at the Aerofix as I finish wiring up my small basement shop, I finally got to use it tonight. I am impressed. I was ripping down some 5'x5' sheets and attached my 160 rail to it. As I was cutting the sheets in half , it was a stretch to reach all the way. The advantage to having the vac run independent of the saw is really obvious in this situation. I stopped my cut about halfway through and walked to the other side of the sheet and pulled the saw through from the front. Since the vacuum continued to run , the rail stayed exactly in place while I switched sides and re plunged. I can see how this rail will spoil me . The other thing I was really impressed with was the dust extraction . I made about 15' of cuts and there was vitally no dust to be cleaned....  |
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Post by GhostFist on Mar 28, 2014 21:19:50 GMT -5
Aerofix is amazing but I would like to have a smaller rail to attach to it for cross cuts on 48 sheets. But I try to include it every time I use my f tracks as it tends to make life easier when it's included.
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Post by luzzy on Mar 28, 2014 21:32:42 GMT -5
Aerofix is amazing but I would like to have a smaller rail to attach to it for cross cuts on 48 sheets. But I try to include it every time I use my f tracks as it tends to make life easier when it's included. How about an F80? |
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Post by jonathan on Mar 29, 2014 0:42:11 GMT -5
Just cut a piece of the aerofix GhostFist I too think a shorter aerofix would be a nice option |
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Post by MrToolJunkie on May 11, 2014 10:52:59 GMT -5
How well does the Aerofix work with other F rails? I understand it can be used on top of a normal F rail. Also, how do you cut 8 -10 foot lengths with it? Do you have to get two Aerofix kits or one and it attaches with a normal F rail? Tried looking up info and watching videos but have not found any that show cutting longer lengths. Thanks!
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Post by woodie on May 11, 2014 17:31:43 GMT -5
How well does the Aerofix work with other F rails? I understand it can be used on top of a normal F rail. Also, how do you cut 8 -10 foot lengths with it? Do you have to get two Aerofix kits or one and it attaches with a normal F rail? Tried looking up info and watching videos but have not found any that show cutting longer lengths. Thanks! The Aerofix can be joined to other rails like normal (Aerofix + rail connector + f series rail). I join an f160 to mine all the time for cutting sheet goods. Suction is only applied the length of the Aerofix rail but there's still plenty of holding power. Due to location of the vac attachment there's no way to join two Aerofix rails. |
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Post by MrToolJunkie on May 12, 2014 0:05:23 GMT -5
How well does the Aerofix work with other F rails? I understand it can be used on top of a normal F rail. Also, how do you cut 8 -10 foot lengths with it? Do you have to get two Aerofix kits or one and it attaches with a normal F rail? Tried looking up info and watching videos but have not found any that show cutting longer lengths. Thanks! The Aerofix can be joined to other rails like normal (Aerofix + rail connector + f series rail). I join an f160 to mine all the time for cutting sheet goods. Suction is only applied the length of the Aerofix rail but there's still plenty of holding power. Due to location of the vac attachment there's no way to join two Aerofix rails. Thanks, Woodie. How is the suction with the adapter moved to the top of a rail -- I saw that in one of the videos, I think. Did you shoot any videos of longer rips with the Aerofix and other rails by chance? Thanks! |
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Post by MrToolJunkie on Sept 7, 2014 10:38:13 GMT -5
Can this be used on hardwood lumber? Is there enough suction to grip? I suppose the board width would come into play as well.
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Post by wrightwoodwork on Sept 7, 2014 12:33:33 GMT -5
I guess so as long as flat and reasonably smooth. I guess and only guessing as I don't have if the timber was badly twisted or capped it might not work to great as it would loose suction in the areas where the rail don't touch. My thinking it is designed to work on melamine faced type sheets with a smooth surface. I guess it might be like the suckers things you got as kids licked and they would stick to smooth surface as long as no air got in where on a rougher surface they didn't work as as the air would get in and loose it's suction
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Post by thedude306 on Nov 10, 2014 17:26:58 GMT -5
So are you guys that have these still happy with it? I am putting together my list of things I want and this seems to always get the "it's expensive for a vac attachment" thought.
Any more opinions on it?
Thanks
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