The 5-cut method made easy | Squaring a Table Saw Cross-Cut Sled in 5 minutes
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 Published On Mar 5, 2022

Check out the simple 5 cut method table saw sled calculator:
https://bit.ly/5-cut-calculator

In this video, I will show you the easiest way to do the 5-cut method for squaring up your table saw crosscut sled fence. Squareness is so important for the crosscut sled fence because it determines the accuracy of your layout, cutting, and assemblies in woodworking. Materials on the 5-cut method haven't been user-friendly in the past, which is why I've built this simple calculator that I can use on my phone in the shop. It gives me perfect 5 cut method results every time.

I created this calculator with Coda, which is like a supercharged Google Doc, Google Sheet, and app making program wrapped up into one web-based tool.

⏳ Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:32 - Building the table saw crosscut sled
1:18 - The downside of the 5-cut method
1:45 - Attaching the front fence
1:59 - Attaching the rear fence
2:22 - The 5-cut method explained
2:59 - Calculating the error
3:10 - Using the 5-cut method calculator
3:36 - Micro-adjusting the fence
4:18 - Second 5-cut method + reading
4:26 - Securing the rear fence

Check out the simple 5 cut method table saw sled calculator:
https://bit.ly/5-cut-calculator

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👋 Who I am
I am Brian, a content creator and founder of Bike City Woodworks. I love learning about woodworking and enjoy sharing my knowledge in my spare time.

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🎶 Music in this video
▸ Don't Talk to Me That Way - Victor Lundberg

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