DELTA 34-868 Table Saw Accessories Splitter

The DELTA 34-868 Table Saw Accessories Splitter addresses material binding, uneven workpiece tracking, increased kickback risk, blade pinching, and difficulty maintaining straight cuts on the table saws.

Common Issues:

• Workpiece binds against the blade during cutting.

• Material drifts away from the cutting path.

• Blade becomes pinched by the workpiece.

• Kickback occurs more frequently.

• Straight cuts become difficult to maintain.

Workpiece binds during cutting

Quick Check: Observe whether the material begins to pinch or slow as it passes the blade.

Fix Suggestion: Inspect the splitter for damage, misalignment, or wear that may affect proper material guidance.

Prevention Tip: Check splitter alignment whenever the blade is serviced or adjusted.

Material no longer tracks straight

Quick Check: Watch whether the workpiece remains aligned with the fence throughout the cut.

Fix Suggestion: Examine the splitter to ensure it is properly positioned behind the saw blade.

Prevention Tip: Periodically verify the splitter remains securely mounted.

Blade becomes pinched by the workpiece

Quick Check: Look for signs that the kerf closes behind the blade during a cut.

Fix Suggestion: Inspect the splitter if it is no longer helping keep the cut open.

Prevention Tip: Keep the splitter clean and free from resin or sawdust buildup.

Kickback becomes more noticeable

Quick Check: Monitor whether the workpiece pushes back toward the operator during cutting.

Fix Suggestion: Check the splitter for proper condition and alignment if kickback incidents increase.

Prevention Tip: Inspect the splitter regularly for bends or other visible damage.

Customer Experience: Replacing the splitter improved material tracking and helped to produce smoother, and more controlled cuts.