Incra tools precision fences incra ls positioner only. The incra ls positioner is a precision measuring device for use with a table saw or router table fence. Upgrading to the wonder fence allows an existing ls or ultrabased incra router system to perform every fenceguided operation that can be done on a router table. The third package contains the incra ls positioner. We decided that while we were testing the aeg mf1400ke, it would be a good idea to setup and test the incra ls router table positioner. Even the beautiful but intimidatinglooking double and doubledouble dovetails are remarkably easy to make because of the automatic accuracy built into the incra ls positioner and its template driven system. The proii fence is attached to the end of the ls positioner which clamps to your router table. Our standard ls17 systems match either a 17 or 430mm travel ls positioner with the best incra accessories for joinery, and the possibilities nearly endless. Table saw fence upgrade package for saws up to 2812 deep includes 32 ls positioner, 36 rip fence, 92 rails and rail support legs. This first series of videos shows the setup, from out of the box to the complete finished product, ready to use see video part 16. Incra ls standard system incra tools precision fences. The incra ls super system represents one of the major milestones in modern woodworking accessories. Incra have a welldeserved reputation for producing versatile and highly accurate tools and the ls17 super system brings it all together in one package. Incra ls 25 range positioner only incremental tools.
Creates templates for the incra ls positioner fence. Matthw i am planning on purchasing a sawstop tablesaw with the 52 extension table. The ls stands for lead screw and is the technology behind this ingenious device that allows you to instantly position your fence at any multiple of 2 or 1mm with the metric version while still having fine adjustment control to. Incra ls positioner system by woodpeckers in incra tools. Being a software developer im used to thinking that somethings either right or it. Tips for adding an extension are in the ls positioner owners manual. Setup of the incra ls router table positioner fine tools.
It can be made portable by mounting to a piece of wood, or hardmounted to a tablesawrouter table. Click here to watch the incra ls positioner router table fence system video part 2 of 3 click here to watch the incra ls positioner router table fence system video part 1 of 3 click here to watch guy dunlap cuts dovetails with the incra ls positioner now available in imperial or metric. Incra ls super system incra tools precision fences. Since the sawstop is available without a fence, i was thinking about getting the incra ts ls fence instead. Also available for current ultra owners, the incra ls upgrade package includes only the ls positioner carriage and base as shown in fig. Attaching an incra positioner to the jessem fence is very easy and requires a little more hardware than just a few screws. Woodpeckers incra tsls package number 2 unboxing and installation. I also liked that the incra ts ls fence system incorporates the proven incra lead screw technology from their famous ls positioner series router table systems. But first, i wanted to get the new incra routertable fence installed a lot to like on tuesday night, i completed the installation of the incra ls 25 super system onto the router table.
I have learned so much in one year and i still have a long way to go. See more ideas about woodworking, table saw and table saw station. In this way, i tried to use the best features of both worlds, jessem and incra. Always keep both hands behind the fence when moving the incra ls positioner.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Diy how to install the incra positioner on a ridgid. Page 10 place ls positioner on the rails to the left of the saw moving your tsls to the left side of the blade can be quite useful, especially on table saws which have a blade tilt to the right. Always turn off the power and make sure that the bit or blade is fully stationary before moving the incra ls positioner to any new setting. Incra ls 25 positioner only the ls25 fence positioner is the perfect upgrade for incra router systems using the earlier ultra positioners, and its also the ideal foundation for any custom system. Overview of my router table with incra ls super system positioning system, porter cable 7518 router, jessem mastrlift, incra 27 x 43 offset router table to. The genesis of this came about because several of us wanted to make box joints where one finger was a saw kerf wider so that when we cut the t. The incra ls super system has all of the precision and versatility of our other tools. The ls25 fence positioner is the perfect upgrade for incra router systems using the earlier ultra positioners. These two assemblies are covered fully by this owners manual. I saw where a woodworker replaced the lexan skin on the sawstop with aluminum channel similar to the incra. The wonder fence integrates routing functions into the incra.
The ls17 fence positioner is the perfect upgrade for incra router systems using the earlier ultra positioners and its also the ideal foundation for any custom system that would benefit from its 1 accuracy and repeatability. My shop i used my cad software to see if the incra tsls would fit. The heart and soul of the tsls is the ls positioner. Then when you actually want to make a 52 cut, the ls positioner is out another 20 beyond the end of the rail, making it closer to 120 footprint on the shop.
Incra ls routertable fence gets installed a learning. I just installed an incra ls positioner on my ridgid r4512 table saw and i want to share the installation process with. I tried calling incra, and the technical person didnt know which specifics i would need. Installation instructions were concise and accurate full install and adjustment took less than 2 hours and i went slow on purpose.
For the fence, i decided on the incra ls positioner system. The incra ls super system has all of the precision and versatility of our other tools, plus a host of features and design details that set it apart from anything else. For an incra system to perform properly, the router mounting plate must fit without play in the table opening, and the reducing rings around the router bit must be very level with the surrounding plate. The ls25 fence positioner is the perfect upgrade for incra router systems using the earlier ultra positioners or an ideal foundation for a. Hello this is part 1 of a 4 part series on the incra ls fence system. Hello this is part 2 of a 4 part series on the incra ls fence system. Mar 22, 2014 incra ls positioner router table fence sign in. In fact, this was the original motivation for writing pyrouterjig. And because an incra positioner is mechanical in nature, every fence setup is. Incra router table fence ls positioner if youve been putting off the purchase of one of woodworkings most exciting tools because it was not available in a metric model, your wait is over. In october 2004, i purchased the incra tsls package number 2 from woodpeckers. I am very impressed with its fit, finish and packaging.
For adjusting the fence, i adapted an incra 16 ls positioner and attached it to the jessem fence. Support legs are recommended for the 92 rails sold separately. After a satisfying purchase of a incrase miter gauge, i thought i couldnt go wrong with this ls positioner plunge. Its a direct replacement for the ultra positioners used with the incra tsii and ts3a fence systems, and when equipped with the appropriate sub base, the ls32 can also. Jun 20, 2019 this setup is technically two separate packages one is the incra ultra 16 positioner, a slightly older model in functionform to the modern incra positioner, but still just as accurate and repeatable. In the world of router table fence systems, the incra ls positioner super system is at or near the top in a number of categories. The incra ts ls table saw fence is perfect for those who dont need a.
Shopsmithedition incra tsls positioning fence system. Precision plate for incra ts or ls positioner festool. Ls positioner carriage ls positioner base hirise fence cap right angle fixture wonder fence heavy duty split fence incra shop stop telescoping stop extender bar with stop 28 pro ii fence note. Incra ls 25 positioner only the ls25 fence positioner is the perfect upgrade for incra router systems using the earlier ultra positioners, and its also the ideal foundation for any custom system that would benefit from its 1 accuracy and repeatability. This year, i am going to be selling my saw with the incra. We decided that while we were testing the aeg mf1400ke, it would be a good idea to setup and test the incra ls router table positioner as well. You use the manual for the incra ls positioner, the part on installing the pro ii.
Incra positioner incra fence system carbide processors. In this episode, i finally take delivery of my incra tsls32 precision fence system. This system creates beautiful dovetails as well as complex and beautiful box joints. The quality of the router table will affect your results. When using the incra ls positioner in conjunction with any other tool, first read and follow all instructions and safety information in that. It can also be used for sliding dovetails, rabbet cuts, or dados. Incra ls positioner presented by woodcraft youtube. Oct 18, 2011 the incra ls17 super system is the ultimate, top of the range fence system for your router table, drill press or band saw. Incra wfultra wonder fence upgrade for ls or ultra. Guy dunlap cuts dovetails with the incra ls positioner youtube. In woodworking terms, thats accurate enough to split the line from a sharp pencil into 25 equal parts.
Incra ts ls wonderfence package by woodpeckers in incra tools. Always keep both hands behind the fence when moving the incra ls positioner to a new setting. The incra ls super system has all of the precision and versatility of our other tools, plus a host of new features and design details that set it apart from anything else. The incra brand is one of the most trusted names in precision positioning jigs, miter gauges, and sleds and fence systems. Like the market leading, rack based, incra jig ultra, the ls is another positioning innovation developed and patented by the folks at incra. If you want, you can also slide the lexan scale to agree with the stainless steel scale. Incra ls positioner cutting dovetail joints this report was put together by our colleague anthony who has a small, experimental workshop in the basement. One of the packages contains the rails and another, the base mount unit. The heart of the ts ls is the ls32 fence positioner it uses incra s patented lead screw positioning mechanism to allow any woodworker to quickly set up for a ripping operation and get within 11,000 of a desired fence position.
Oct 18, 2011 the wonder fence itself is the pinnacle of incras fence technology with a lot of innovative features, but its the ls positioner system that allows the ls17 super system to perform any fenceguided operation that can be done on a router table. The incra ls positioner has all of the precision and versatility of our other tools, plus a. Illustrations by mike del rizzo in this article kevin shows you how to cut such dovetails using the incra ls positioning fence system. Router bits for incra router table fence ls positioner. That way i can utilize the accuracy and repeatability of the incra and be able to lock down the fence. In order to be able to make all of the 26 wood joints detailed in the incra system book, one naturally needs the right metric router bits.
It will only take about five minutes of operation to conclude they are the best thing since the invention of the circular saw blade. For the 52 fence system, you have 96 rails, which is a space hog. The steel fence mounting bracket accepts 1420 fasteners and is slotted vertically to accommodate several fence options and positioner installation heights. Incra ls positioner cutting dovetail joints fine tools. Im thinking about attaching the incra positioner directly to the sawstop fence.
Incra ls positioner super system proofpositive that accuracy and versatility need not be complicated. Click here to watch the incra ls positioner router table fence system video part. Click here to watch guy dunlap cuts dovetails with the incra ls positioner. See the note at the bottom of the page for details. Part 7 installation of the shop stop including switching of position from infeed to outfeed side and right angle fixture ready to begin our. The incra ts ls table saw fence is perfect for those who dont need a table saw router or are only interested in upgrading thier existing fence to the most accurate system on the market. May 20, 2010 incra ls positioner presented by woodcraft woodcraft. This sytem is the ultimate in precision fence systems for serious joinery and woodworking fans. Incra ultra to ls upgrade the ls family of incremental positioners is a brand new series of very high precision fence positioners for a variety of woodworking. Today, incra tools is a leading supplier of woodworking tools and accessories aimed at professionals and serious hobbyists. Incra ls25 positioner super system with wonder fence 635mm. In this part we use the capex crown stop as a fixing clamp, build the fence system and attach. Part of that buildup i dont want to say upgrade, see the page to find out why included a new fence. Many woodworkers were looking for possibilities as how to combine incra ls or ts positioner with a 96mm grid tables festool mft3 and now such option is up for grabs.
Incra super system router table fences router table. Both pacakges include the ls17 incra super system, as well as the 43wide router table top and matching stand. The ls family of incremental positioners is a brand new series of very high precision fence positioners for a variety of woodworking applications. If you own an incra ls positioner, you know the power of templates to make really precise box and dovetail joints. Though it was made famous by router work, the original incra jigs compact size makes it perfect for use at a variety of different machines, really anywhere you have a need for a sturdy, accurate, and repeatable fence positioner. The 52 system still uses the same 32 ls positioner, however, because of the longer rails, the ls can be positioned further from the saw blade or router bit. I just installed an incra ls positioner on my ridgid r4512 table saw and i want to share the installation process with you. The incra tsls came packed very well and here are all the parts laid out and ready to install. Incra s patented lead screw technology makes this unit the leader in precision positioners for woodworking. I installed the basic ts ls system that comes with 72 rails which give the fence a maximum cut range of 32 to the right and 16 to the left of the blade. Incra ls 32 positioner only as the largest fence positioner of the ls family, the ls32 was designed specifically for table saw use in conjunction with an incra ts rail system. The heart of the ts ls is the ls32 fence positioner it uses incra s patented lead screw positioning mechanism to allow any woodworker to quickly set up for a ripping operation and get within 11,000. Incra ls positioner, 17 w proii joinery fence, incra ls17sys. Designed to meet the needs of the most serious woodworker yet easy enough for even a beginner to use.
Setup of the incra ls router table positioner this report was put together by our colleague anthony who has a small, experimental workshop in the basement. Incra ls17wfncsys 17inch range ls super system for router. Feb 01, 2017 guy dunlap of guys woodshop builds a beautiful cherry 3drawer jewelry chest using both halfblind and through dovetails with his incra ls positioner. The ls represents the next generation of incra precision fence positioners simple rock solid and deadly accurate. Installation was straight forward and included all the parts needed. I have been using for over three years, and its still perfect. The incra ls positioner super system is extraordinary in its innovating design, quality manufacturing and ease of use. Woodpeckers incra tsls package number 2 unboxing and. The incra ts ls system with wonder fence for the router extension is awesome. Click here to watch guy dunlap cuts dovetails with the incra ls positioner now available in imperial or metric. This great disc is loaded with information how to take advantage of the. The incra ls positioner has all of the precision and versatility of our other tools, plus a host of new features and design details that set it apart from anything else. Take the joinery prowess of the ls17 standard system and add the daytoday versatility of the wonder fence to the front, and you have an incra. The incra ls super system has all of the precision and versatility of our other tools, plus a host of features and design details that set it apart fr.
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