Longer fence for the MFT3?

[rnt80]

For all of the 8020 enthusiasts out there, is there a low profile piece that would work to serve as longer fence for the mft3?  I have two tables positioned end to end and I would like to have a longer fence to set stops for longer cabinet sides.  I've read some of the older threads and am aware of the issue of the fence fitting under the rail.  I think if I found the right piece, having a section removed so that it would fit under the fence wouldn't be a big deal.

 

[tbellemare]

The original Kapex extensions work as long fences for the MFT.

Tom

 

[fastbike]

The 1010 or 1515 work well for the general fence. Put a piece of 1050 (half 1010) under the fence. http://www.ebay.com/itm/80-20-T-Slot-Aluminum-Extrusion-10-S-1050-x-24-N-/370119002496?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item562ccfc980#ht_1419wt_1161

 

[Qwas]

I like to use the 8020 metric series because it has the smooth sides and imperial sized hardware still works fine on it.

I would use something like 25-2514 or 25-5013 because of their low heights of 12.5 mm (.495"). With these is no need to cut anything off to go under the rail.

Or you can look at the 25-2502 or 25-2503 where the last indicates how many slots it has. This way a slot-less side can serve as the fence side. Of course these are 1" tall so a portion would have to be cut out to go under the fence. I've never like the idea of fence under the rail so I've never used my that way, even with the Festool fence.

 

[rnt80]

I like to use the 8020 metric series because it has the smooth sides and imperial sized hardware still works fine on it.

I would use something like 25-2514 or 25-5013 because of their low heights of 12.5 mm (.495"). With these is no need to cut anything off to go under the rail.

Or you can look at the 25-2502 or 25-2503 where the last indicates how many slots it has. This way a slot-less side can serve as the fence side. Of course these are 1" tall so a portion would have to be cut out to go under the fence. I've never like the idea of fence under the rail so I've never used my that way, even with the Festool fence.

I ended up ordering a 6' piece of 25-503.  It should be here early next week.  I'm anxious to see if this will work for what I'm planning on doing.  Thanks for the suggestions.

 

[Qwas]

The nice part is that size is cheap to work/play with.  The larger 40 series can get expensive quick.

If you want to cut a chunk off so it can slide under the guide rail, I would try using a hack saw and cut at the slot. There's not much to cut through at the slot and it should go fast. After cutting it you can sand it with any electric sander and rubin or brilliant or any woodworking sandpaper works well. You can start at 120 grit if the cut is really rough or 180 grit and you can work up to 400 (or higher) grit if you want.

Be sure to let us know how it turns out.  [thumbs up]