Need some reasonably priced 'T' slotted channel

[Steve Maskery]

When I was looking, Aalco was one of my enquiries.

I didn't pursue the made-to-order option, though.

S

 

[9fingers]

My local Aalco (solent) used to be friendly but now they will not admit casual callers saying I could only go in if I had already made contact.

Just in case your branch has had the same charm offensive in their customer services dept, you might want to ring them first.

Cheers

Bob

 

[Jaybee24]

Blagging your way in through the door with a company card is all part of the game. The card is real but the info on it can be just about anything.

They said to me that they only deal with established company's. I just happened to have some good credentials on me at the time. They supplied me with exactly my requirements.

Don't say you are a policeman though!!!

 

[9fingers]

They were happy to deal with me but just would not let anyone who was not expected in. The trade counter has gone and there is just a door and a push button intercom.

One time I could go in and rummage through the tidy bin in exchange for a donation to the tea fund!

Bob

 

[Aled Dafis]

I've had one quote back for producing the profile I suggested last week. The price per metre was quite acceptable, but only if we went for a 100m production run (the cost of producing 50m wasn't far off being the same), unfortunately though, the cost of producing the die was prohibitive to say the least!! (many hundreds!!)

So, I've dismissed the possibility of a forum group buy, but have contacted Matthew at Workshopheaven as the figures may work out better if undertook as a commercial venture, where increased production runs could drive down costs, and the cost of producing the die could be ammortised over a longer period. Matthew is going to look into this in the new year, once he gets over his December rush.

Cheers

Aled

 

[ondablade]

Perhaps I'm missing something, but as before Incra (Incremental Tools) in the US have several sections of tracking available and it's very inexpensive. Would a group buy make some sense - it'd mean you wouldn't get clobbered on the volumetric weight so the cost of UPS or whoever would stay reasonable?

ian

 

[Benchwayze]

Thanks again folks.

As I said earlier, I have decided to slot the rear platform of the fence, and have that sliding fore-and-aft, on two fixed uprights, secured to the rear of the table, with threaded inserts.

I wouldn't say I shall never use 'T' slotted angle, but it will have to reduce in price at Rutlands, or be needed for a job that overall is expensive anyhow!

The materials I have for the drill table were virtually Freeman's so I can't see the point in spending loads on aluminium slot and the sliding inserts too.


Thanks again

John

 

[misterfish]

Another possibility is to route your own T-Track into a work surface.

Suitable router bits seem to be available at reasonable cost in the USA and I would guess that shipping of a small item would not be horrendously expensive. (I've got stuff from Rockler in the past with reasonable shipping costs).

These are what I mean:-

http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?page ... okietest=1

http://www.leevalley.com/html/16j6071ie.pdf

Misterfish

 

[OPJ]

Misterfish, you can buy T-slot cutters from Wealden. They are a little dearer than the Rockler ones, but only if you discount the postage and shipping costs! Dimensions are slightly different as well but, it shouldn't matter much. Plus, Wealden orders usually arrive next day. :wink:

EDIT - you can also buy T-slot Pilot Bits, which are cheaper and allow you to use a straight cutter for the narrow section of the T slot.

 

[tisdai]

Hi All

This might be a bit late, but might help future members struggling to find some T-Track 1/2" and 3/4" " http://www.rutlands.co.uk/hand-tool...-&-fittings/DK2051/t-track-48"-x-3_4"-section"

Hope it helps,,

Cheers

Dave

 

[Bkn]

Hi All

This might be a bit late, but might help future members struggling to find some T-Track 1/2" and 3/4" " http://www.rutlands.co.uk/hand-tools/ji ... 22-section "

Hope it helps,,

Cheers

Dave

Fixed (Link caught by spam thing)

 

[tisdai]

How did that happen Bkn, i did report it to admin when it went ding dong ding song, report post lol.

Thanks for your help Bkn i appreciate it

Cheers

Dave

 

[Bkn]

Only happens if you've got less than 3 posts. Your links will show up now.

 

[Benchwayze]

regarding Rutlands offer on 'T' track...

I bought the larger size first (I don't know why!) But it was delivered promptly, well packaged and there were no problems with the goods on receipt.

I have said before, I never have any problems with Rutlands. Although it's true, I have never bought anything from them that could 'go wrong', so I can't comment on their after-sales service.

Regards
John

 

[beech1948]

Sorry to start a chase for info but I remember that in Berkshire at either Goring or Streetley there is a tool dealer who specialises in US tools imported to the UK.

He sells T track at just above US prices.

Wood Workers Workshop
Sonning Common
Phone: 0845 1659 244

www.woodworkersworkshop.co.uk

Does this ring a bell.

Alan

 

[beech1948]

Just spoke to the man at Wood Workers Workshop.

He has T track in stock in all lengths from 18In to 48 In, gold coloured.

Alan

 

[tisdai]

Hi beech1948

I have just phoned the gentleman and he is sending me out a catalogue and DVD, and e-mailing me a price list. the prices for the T-Track, or should is say Mitre Track as i was corrected by him lol. are pretty decent. Thanks for the info

Cheers

Dave