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The "MODE" button is part of the VFD (Variable Frequency Drive). VFDs are used for a variety of functions including motor speed control which is what it is used for on the 19-38 Combination Brush/Drum Sander machine. Many functions and settings of the VFD are locked out internally as they are set from the factory. Pressing the MODE button on the control panel of the VFD will change the digital screen display between Speed/RPM, Amperage, Forward, Frequency, and actual output frequency. You can read more about the 19-38 Combination Brush/Drum Sander on our website at lagunatools.com/classic/sanders/19-38-combo/ and regarding the VFD at lagunatools.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1938-VFD-instructions-030624-1.pdf. Thank you.
AutoCad ! Well AutoCad is a bad quality of 3D modeling for me for organic and artistic modeling there is only 3 software programs that only handle my file sizes. For my 4 axis elite 2.
Thanks for your question! The resin cures to the level of hard acrylic. It bonds to virtually everything including stainless steel, anodized aluminum, acrylic, polycarbonates, and paint (pretty much you name)!
In the video he mentions that this will fit larger saws, 24" and beyond. However, the tech support reps can only repeat what the sales material says.....up to 18" What's the real deal? I have a larger LT24 saw and wondering if this would work on it. It would appear to be fine, but wondering why Laguna says.....no (at least on paper)
Thank you for your question on the new Laguna DX3 DriftMaster fence system. The short answer is yes, it will fit your saw since it has a universal mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is designed to fit a wide range of saws to make it easy to fit saws like yours. We have a version of this fence coming out soon that has all of the same features, but it has a slightly longer mounting rail and mounting bracket as well as a longer fence extrusion. This version will end up being the best fit for your saw. It is specifically designed for 24" and larger saws. Keep an eye out for it on our website. The standard fence on the DX3 is 23" long with a 31" front rail. The larger version will have a 27" fence and a 37" front rail.
Will this be something Laguna will offer? I would like to add one of these to my SmartShop 5x10. Also, what material was used for the top layer of the sign that was carved with an engraver bit and pulled off?
Hi, we currently offer the Quill on our parts and accessories site. You can find the link in the description box. The Quill is also compatible with models from 2020 to current (full list of models found within the link). Older year models may have to be modified. The material used was Rowmark with a 3m adhesive back. Thank you!
I bought a 155" resaw King and weld alignment was so BAD the blade would wobble so bad I could not use it . They sent me a second one and it was just as BAD. I wrote to them and they quick responding. That was a wasted $180. I went to my equipment supplier and I saw another Resaw king blade being returned too because of the BAD weld. I resaw very expensive hardwoods, ebony, rosewood, snakewood....so I want a good blade. The Resaw King looks like a great design but the welds were so BAD I could not use them. And the service was annoying.
Appreciate this. Got my F2 and I was hunting for a tenon jig that didn't need too much modification for our fence.. lo and behold, you exist. :) Thanks for your time and well explained video/blog.
Just a couple of comments on his installation instructions versus the manual. At 35:40 the instructions in the manual state the bolts go the opposite direction the guy is showing in the video. I assume the manual is more practical for not puncturing the inner bag, but it looks better from the outside how he is doing it. Also, at 36:18 he shows inserting the bolt into the handle from the inside and placing the acorn nut inside the handle on the outside. Again, the manual states to do the opposite. Two problems with that is: 1) the acorn nut spins inside the hole of the handle because it is an indented area where you can't put a wrench on the nut and 2) if you insert the bolt from the outside like the manual states, the head of the bolt is too large to drop down inside the indented area and thus the supplied 3/4" bolt is too short to put the acorn nut on the inside. I had to go to HD and buy a 3/4" bolt with smaller head. One other small issue I had is the free-floating switch box. I only mention these two items because I wanted to make sure the nuts and bolts on the inside of the drum did not have anything sharp that might tear the bag. Minor issues, I know and not a knock on the rest of the machine.
This was a very helpful video. The hardest part of this was getting the restraint plugs out. Even putting them in you must have very strong hands as this was also a struggle. Thanks for preparing the video. I’m all set now with 220v power.
I just installed this kit on my new 18BX and it works very well. I put all 4 rubber feet on before standing it up, it made doing so safer (rubber grabs the floor), and the axle/wheel assembly then just bolts right on. After that I tilted it back, put a 2x4 under and removed the 2 front rubber feet, easy peasy. The kit for the 18BX does not have the center bolt thing, dunno why but I don't miss it.. I find this heavy saw rolls around quite well, and turns easily also.
Well I've been looking at this fe for a month and i think i might buy it hope im not doing a mistake but i heard the service department isn't great at all
Thank you for your comment. We understand how important it is to get the support you need when making a big purchase. We take your feedback seriously and are continuously working to improve in all departments. We are here to help make sure you have a great experience with us, from purchase to usage.
@LagunaTools thank you for the response I don't mean it in a nusty way it's only some feedback however I've been looking at this f3 and it looks a awesome saw communication is important to me Thank you 😊
We appreciate your feedback. We strive to make the assembly process as stress-free as possible. We will take your comment into consideration for future instruction manuals.
Excellent video, thanks! Seems like you did not re-zero your work piece from the center to the lower left, yet the CNC was set at lower left. Was this part of creating the cut sheets? Also, would a vertical tab or two in the supports up into each shelf increase mounting rigidity? Last thing: it must be tricky to sand this? It seems the thickness is critical... it would be so easy to presand the full sheet, but material thickness consistency would suffer. Any tips there?
Hi, we're sorry to hear about your experience with your Laguna jointer and our customer service. Please reach out to us directly at customer_service@lagunatools.com with any details and concerns so we can address your issues. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
Hi, thank you for your feedback. We are sorry that our jointer does not meet your expectations. Please reach out to us at customer_service@lagunatools.com so we can address your concerns and make your experience right. Thank you.
Hi, thank you for your feedback. We are sorry that our jointer does not meet your expectations. Please reach out to us at customer_service@lagunatools.com so we can address your concerns and make your experience right. Thank you.
Your instructional video is very detailed, i like that you get straight to the point and don't babble. I installed mine last week on my mini-max 45s. The instructions on how to eliminate drift with this fence is awesome, drift has been one of my achilles heels, well done by you and Laguna.
Thank you for the in-depth video. Your explanations and demonstrations are spot-on and were very helpful (easier than reading the manual). Just installed mine on the 18BX and the fence works perfectly (no slop). This DX3 fence is nicer/better than the one that came with the 18BX bandsaw. One 360 degree turn on the handle is 1/4", so easy to get 1/8" veneer pieces off the bandsaw.
I notice you have holes (dust vent?suction/vacume?) on the bandsaw base. (is this mainly mdf or is that an abs plastic or teflon?) (multiple holes wher the bandsaw blade goes in for the cut)
On the LT-18 i notice the baseplate is different. I have the Laguna 14BX (220v) bandsaw. . the one with the blue ceramic guards.. can i change it out for the black version on the LT-18?>
Thank you for your question on the bandsaw throat plate inserts. Your 14B|X Bandsaw uses the blue anodized aluminum throat plate insert. This insert has built-in leveling screws and a center screw to secure the insert to the table after leveling. The large, oblong center hole provides clearance to draw the sawdust down through this slot for collection by the dust ports below. This insert fits the 14|12, 14|BX, 14|CX, 18|BX, and 18|CX bandsaws. You can find replacement inserts at www.shop.lagunatools.com/Table-Insert-for-14-12-110-VOLT-BANDSAW. The square black insert that you saw in the video fits our Industrial Series Bandsaws. This insert is much thicker than the insert for your 14|BX and will not fit your saw. This is made from a durable, industrial-grade plastic and features the holes beside the blade slot. These holes assist in dust management for the Industrial Series saws. You can see this insert at www.shop.lagunatools.com/Throatplate-Italian-16HD-37
It looks like an improvement over the previous model (which I have). This fence suffers from the same problem as the predecessor. It is time consuming to remove in order to utilize the entire width of the bandsaw table for other freehand jobs, such as cutting a wide, long board. The mechanism that holds the fence gets in the way. Simpler fences can be removed in toto leaving the guiding rail below the plane of the table. Is the mounting the same? How simple is it to upgrade?
