ShopBot PRSalpha - T-Track Tables and Rails; Clamps; Press-Fit Jigs; Adhesive

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Quick-Start Guide for PRSalpha and PRSstandard tools
T-track tables and rails
A system can be set up using T-track rails (available from woodworking supply stores), inlaid into the
wood table. If using this method, be sure the rails sit low enough below the surface that they are out of
the way when through-cung.
Clamps
There are a variety of clamps that can be used to secure material. Clamps oer secure holding power,
and are ideal when there is no excess material to drive screws into. However, they usually require
more planning than other methods because of the vercal clearance required.
Press-t jigs
A ght press-t jig can somemes provide sucient holding force. Consider using addional hold-
downs if cung aggressively or using a spiral up-cut bit.
Adhesive
Double-sided duct tape, carpet tape, and foam tape are excellent holding opons for larger projects.
Because more surface area equals more holding power, this may not be a good choice for small pro-
jects. When through-cung, make sure that the tape stays out of the cut path, as it may gum up the
cung edge, reducing cut quality.
Super 77 spray adhesive is also an excellent opon. However, to avoid damaging the table, bond the
workpiece to a scrap board that is clean and at, and clamp or screw this board to the table. Another
opon is to glue a layer of paper between the workpiece and support board. .