bevel cut on bandsaw

[mikeb]

What type of jig should I make when making a 5 degree bevel cut on a 3 inch high by 1 1/2 inch thick board. I am trying to put a bevel on both side of the piece.

[algale]

You don’t say how long this board is but I’m not sure you need a jig, just a rip fence. Set table to 5 degrees and rip the bevel on the first face. Tape the cut off back on, spin the board 180 degrees and rip the other bevel.

[Hobbyman2]

Just a word of caution on bevel cutting on band saws , be very very aware of where your fingers are all the time . as far as a jig I agree you may not need one , however is this piece going to be hollow? if so maybe a jig with a dowel part way through the center to set the wood on so it doesn't index .

[dusty]

I'm unsure of what is to be accomplished but if I understand the objective I would do this with a disk sander. Preferably the conical disk sander.

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The setup will be tricky no matter how the material is to be removed.

[algale]

My advice assumes bevels are to be cut into the 3 inch tall faces, not a single edge

[dusty]

I would still attempt to do this with the conical disk though 3" may be just a bit much.

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[JPG]

I would still attempt to do this with the conical disk though 3" may be just a bit much.

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A 5° bevel over 3" would be inset only slightly over 1/4".

I agree conical sander is a desirable method. Kinda close quarters though.

Yes too long can be a problem.

[reible]

Does it need to be done on a bandsaw? A MKV can made this cut in table saw mode and a rub strip for the second cut is how I'd go.

Ed

[JPG]

Does it need to be done on a bandsaw? A MKV can made this cut in table saw mode and a rub strip for the second cut is how I'd go.

Ed

Or simply adjust the table 5° more. Use quill to adjust 'width'.

[algale]

OK, I can see how it can be done with the disk sander or a table saw. But I see no reason why it couldn't be accomplished on the band saw.