Domino 500 Fence Slippage: Still a concern?

[Stoli]

I just purchased Domino 500 and was wondering if the issue with the fence slipping has been addressed in the newest models -- referenced either to manufacturing time or style (pin/paddle). 

Just wondering how much attention I need to pay to this setting for a large build I have planned.

 

[fidelfs]

I don't know the answer, but if you work mostly with plywood get the domiplate.

It will be repeatable all the time, easy to work with. It is worth it.  You don't have to worry if that still an issue or not.

 

[Stoli]

The Domiplate is on my list of things to get.  But the project at hand uses much thicker stock (4-squared 2x4's) so I will need to rely on the fence setting.

 

[semenza]

I just purchased Domino 500 and was wondering if the issue with the fence slipping has been addressed in the newest models -- referenced either to manufacturing time or style (pin/paddle).  

Just wondering how much attention I need to pay to this setting for a large build I have planned.

Hi,

Welcome to the FOG  [smile]

I have one of the first run older Dominos. I only had trouble with the fence slipping if I didn't tighten the lever enough. There have been some work arounds posted here, and  the problem has been corrected on any newer Dominos. A less smoothly finished surface where the fence locks as I recall.  Get one..... it is a great tool.

Seth

 

[Trans former]

I have never had a problem with mine, had it 8 months or so and got through a couple of big boxes of dominos with it.

use the nearest preset depth or set it to a piece of stock with the base flat on the deck you can keep check on it then,
I rarely put dominos in the middle of the material that way you can with a glance know what was your reference side (back front top bottom or whatever)

 

[GhostFist]

I've a brand new domino 500 and yes fence slippage is there. Mixed feelings about this tool right now

 

[deepcreek]

Is fence slippage even an issue if you always use one of the preset depths?

 

[fidelfs]

The slippage is when the fence moves out, when cutting.  The preset is when you move the fence down to set the height, it won't prevent slippage.

The only thing that stop the fence to move out is the lever.

 

[GhostFist]

exactly

 

[Administrator_JSVN]

I don't recall reading any issues, with the exception of Ghostfist's in this thread, in a long time and I'm pretty sure I remember talking with our service department manager who said Germany had addressed this problem.

That said, if the fence lock lever does not have enough "bite", you can remove the screw and pull the lever off the hex-shaped connector and move it a 1/6 of a turn and reattach the screw. That will allow you to tighten it a bit more if needed.

If you're having issues with the Domino or any of your tools, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take advantage of our great warranty service rather than struggling with a problem. As always, if I can be of assistance, please contact me directly and I can coordinate with the service department to get you assistance.

Shane

 

[GhostFist]

Cool will give it a try