So just found out the hard way that the clamps that come with the t-slot system are really not compatible with the dust shoe unless you like destroying dust shoes…. What’s everyone using for low profile clamping while utilizing the sienci labs t-slots ?
I have a variety of clamps I have 3d printed, of a few different designs I have downloaded, modified, or created. When I get a chance I will take some pictures and post back here. Another bonus of these is that when (not if) you get a bit too close to them, you don’t ruin your endmills.
My current favourite clamping design is quite low profile - specifically because of repeated damage to the dust shoe, until it was a bit of a mess.
More to follow…
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Thank you I would really like to see what other options work with t track, specifically the sienci labs t-track I didn’t realize it’s different that the rest of the worlds t-track or I would have went another route ….
@LCPW A search on the forum will bring up some clamp files that you can cut on the CNC.
I’m not sure what you mean about the Sienci t-tracks being different. The only difference is that they will accommodate standard 1/4" hex headed bolts, while most others will not.
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I wasn’t sure standard t-slot hardware would fit in them because the older is larger, I’m coming from an X-carve and the clamps used threaded inserts and were very low I also never had a dust shoe until now , well I had a dust shoe now it’s a mangled mess lol …
@LCPW Many here use threaded inserts in their spoilboards. I prefer the t-tracks, but it’s just personal preference. You will have the same issue with inserts if your style of clamps interferes with the dust shoe. The issue is not whether you use t-tracks or inserts. The issue is the type of clamp you decide to use. It’s understandable that, if you have never used a dust shoe before, you could not know to watch out for collisions.
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