T-molding and table saws

[Tarkade]

Another t-molding question?  I'm ashamed to say it is.  

Has anyone used a table saw to cut out the t-molding slot?  Considering the width of the saw blade and the use of the table saw guide, I was going to try this out.  Let me know if I'm going down a road I shouldn't.

Thanks

[Edgedamage]

It might not work that good. If you tilt the workpiece the saw blade might jam and damage the workpiece. Or send it flying towards you. Please use a router.

[Jabba]

I thought about using a table saw, but you might find it hard to find a blade that is 1/16". You could probably use a 1/8" blade with hot glue as others suggest.

I think it will be tough doing the large side panels and will definately need HELP to do it on the table saw if you decide to go that route. You will need to be VERY steady as you would hate to go off by mistake (like accidentally tilting the panel as edgedamage states.

I used a slot cutting bit and was very happy with the result. You can get the 1/16" slot cutrting bit at HD via a special order.

[zaphod]

Everything about that idea screams NOOOOOOOOOO!!!

[Santoro]

It might not work that good. If you tilt the workpiece the saw blade might jam and damage the workpiece. Or send it flying towards you. Please use a router.

I second this.  Especially for huge cabinet sides, it would be nearly impossible to keep the wood at a perfect 90 degree angle to the table.  When it tilted you could easily be injured by flying wood.

Don't do it.  

[Jabba]

But, if you were just doing a small piece (i.e., control panel), a table saw could be used. I've heard that some people use a portable skill saw (small black and decker kind) and a fence. Apparently, saw blade on these little skill saws are thin. Just an idea.

[Tarkade]

Points well taken - a trip for the router bit is planned.

Thanks!

[Santoro]

Points well taken - a trip for the router bit is planned.

Thanks!

Unfortunately, you might have a problem finding it locally.  At least I did - I had to order it online.

[FractalWalk]

Has anyone used a table saw to cut out the t-molding slot?  

I've actually done this for small pieces (CP not side panels). From a safety issue, I would recommend not to do it but it certainly is possible. I only did it because I had to cut a slot at an angle and I couldn't come up with any alternative.

The standard blade width is too wide, but other than that you can set the depth appropriately and use the fence to firmly press it through at a 90 degree angle (for small pieces).  

Again , I do not recommend it because it is extremely dangerous and the correct tool is a router, but gun-to-your-head situation you could do it (for small pieces).