Tracksaw Launchpad

This is a set of plans for a simple extension to an MFT bench that will either provide support when crosscutting for users with a regular 1.4metre guiderail who want to pre-plunge the saw fully before making the cut. Launchpad also allows a greater crosscut capacity when using a shorter eg 700mm guiderail, especially when squaring the rail against Benchdogs.

The launchpad is like a simplified version of the front rail riser of my DIY rail hinge - see my other plans - and is designed to be simply clamped to the front of your bench.

The plans are mostly aimed at Festool / Makita pattern rails - and their clones, Titan, Triton, Erbauer, Evolution etc…  but should also work with alternative rails, provided they have an underside t-slot.

There is a public-facing YouTube video (out Friday February 23rd at noon) that explains the ‘why’ of this build, as well as the ‘how-to’ - it's a very straightforward build, but I’d recommend watching the public YouTube video before making a start.

As always, plans are provided for you to make the item for your personal use, the design is registered, and all rights are reserved. Note that plans are supplied as a digital download; if you checkout as a guest the confirmation email will include your download link, and this is the only one you will receive, so please keep it safe.

Thank you! Peter

www.10.minuteworkshop.tv

DIY MFT hardware video - https://youtu.be/za5B-XrSuH0

DIY MFT build video - https://youtu.be/223QALIbnRc

DIY Rail Hinge video - https://youtu.be/sHj5G6t1qvY