Makita 7104L/2 240V Chain Mortiser

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What makes this device so handy is the long handle and smooth gear transmission that creates greater efficiency and speed when setting up and making the cuts you want.

Horsepower: Motors are rated in either amps or horsepower. While direct comparisons aren’t very accurate unless you know the efficiency of the motor, we can assume that 5 amps (A) equals 1/2 horsepower (hp). It’s the most common size you’ll find on benchtop mortisers. They are 120-volt (V) single-phase mortisers, so you can run one from any standard household outlet. If you have a lot of mortises to cut for a wood workshop, getting a chain mortiser is the way to go. These machines are perfect for use in all types of conditions.

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The square sides of the chisel then remove the rest, so with one plunge motion you make a perfectly square hole. A mortiser won’t work effectively when the bit and chisel are dull, so keep both parts sharpened. No need for a lot of tools, just a chainsaw file, a round and a flat slip stone, a little sandpaper, an abrasive pad, and some honing oil. Don’t expect a brand-new bit and chisel to be adequately sharp. Almost all I’ve seen needed extra attention out of the box. Add to this the movable table, which allows you to place the material with precision, and you can create accurate cuts time and time again.

The type of mortise you’re going to be creating is something else to think about. If you’re just looking for an all-around mortiser for general joint use, one of the drill-press style options should be a great fit. These are designed with a fence to hold your workpiece in place, can accept a range of chisel and bit sizes, and tend to provide nice and accurate mortises. To reduce clogging, I spend time tuning up the bore. The smoother the bore, the easier it is for chips to slide up the auger bit. I use a chainsaw file to remove any in ternal burrs or machining grooves. A small, round, tapered slip stone works well for cleaning up the ejection slot. As the motor rotates the spindle, a handle plunges the chisel into the wood. The drill bit removes most of the waste, making a circular hole.One common joinery method used in wood working is the mortise and tenon. A mortise is basically a hole in a piece of wood and the tenon is another piece of wood cut to tightly fit in that hole. The tenon is usually secured in place with either glue or a wooden pin or wedge. If, however, you have only a few small mortises to cut at home for a small project, a drill press equipped with a mortising bit will be a more suitable option and can work. If yes, continue reading this article to find out about the best chainsaw mortiser currently popular on the market. You can also learn more information about chainsaw mortisers in case you are a beginner. This article will help break down all the features and specifications to look out for when buying a chainsaw mortiser. As with all woodworking machines, the more rigid it is, the more repeatable accuracy you’ll have. It should also be more durable.

A clear template and instructions are provided for easy fitting to your bar - just 2 holes drilled using a small drill press and 2 bolts. The bar strength is not effected. Guides allow you to move the workpiece horizontally, so you can make further cuts to get a rectangular hole of whatever size you need. Health & Safety should be assessed on an individual basis. The advice given here should only be used as a guideline. It is the responsibility of the Employer and the Operators to ensure that they are competent and qualified to use the equipment and that they have taken the necessary safety precautions Mortisers come in several different types, but they all have the same purpose: to create holes in wood pieces for tenons to fit into. These “mortise and tenon” joints are popular because of the strength they provide to furniture pieces, and, thanks to mortisers like these, are relatively simple to create. Snedden's Mortice Safe Chainsaw attachment allows the operator to use the tip of the chainsaw to cut mortices into any timber - safer ,easier, more accurate cuts are achievable

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We’ll assume those who are shopping for chain and door mortisers already know what they’re looking for — both are very function-specific tools — so we’ll concentrate on the shop models, which are much more common and have much greater variety. The things you want to consider as you shop include power, construction, capacities, and clamping. Power Add to this the cutter chain, a wrench for set up, a sharpener holder, and oil to keep it running smoothly, and you have one high-quality chain mortiser. Floor-standing models invariably have a steel cabinet as the base, which gives proper support for a heavy machine and provides useful storage, too. These things can weigh several hundred pounds, so it’s a good idea to plan its position carefully, You won’t want to be moving it often!