Basic 45 degree crosscut sled

Cutting large panels can be awkward, and sometimes downright dangerous if crosscutting against the fence. That’s where the crosscut sled comes in. I made a dedicated 45 degree sled for bevel cuts, but the process is exactly the same as for a regular table saw sled.

The key to the success of the sled are perfectly adjusted runners and a dead accurate fence, both perfectly flat and perpendicular to the blade.

Typically woodworkers use 3/4 plywood as a table saw sled base, but I made mine a little different… using laminate for the base. Heresy? Or just plain brilliant?!? Be sure to watch the video and be the judge for yourself!
https://youtu.be/S5qstSsiExA