{"product_id":"dashboard-mft-rip-gauge-for-precise-parallel-guide-width-setting-rg0001","title":"Dashboard MFT Rip Gauge for Precise Parallel Guide Width Setting (RG0001)","description":"\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fUqnpsoHpw8?si=DSVWPLfwIRsFFGiP\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePrecision Rip-Width Tool for Track Saw Parallel Guides\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Rip Gauge sets exact rip widths on your parallel guides with kerf compensation built in, so the dimension you dial in is the dimension you cut. It is the measuring tool that makes repeatable track saw rips foolproof on a Festool MFT, Dash-Board, or Track Star setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSets multiple stops with a single reference. Kerf already factored in.\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Rip Gauge is a precision setup tool that positions stops at a fixed distance from a track saw blade so you can cut to a finished dimension without factoring in blade kerf. It replicates your blade kerf using one of three swappable plates (1.8mm, 2.2mm, or 2.4mm), so you set the carbon fiber extension to your desired finished measurement and the cut lands exactly on that dimension every time. No mental math. No subtracting kerf width. No double-checking before you cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 swappable kerf tabs included (1.8mm, 2.2mm, 2.4mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKerf tabs store on-board the Rip Gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwap kerfs plates quickly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable all-metal knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/Rip_Gauge_5_5f79f316-0f2d-4e67-9eb9-d84a320b3c79.png?v=1783439493\" alt=\"The Rip Gauge\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRepeatable rips up to 25½\" without re-measuring.\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Rip Gauge sets stops up to 25½\" (648mm) from either side of your track saw's blade. This range covers most cabinet, furniture, and panel-cutting dimensions, including cabinet door widths, drawer fronts, face frames, and shelf depths. The Rip Gauge measures 30.312\" (770mm) overall and works with stops on both sides of the blade. Use it to duplicate the dimensions of existing parts without measuring, set the gauge against your guide rail and slide your stops up to the carbon fiber extension. Made to work with Rip Stops, Flip Stops, and Parallel Guides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSets stops up to 25½\" (648mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks on both sides of the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuplicates existing part dimensions without measuring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs with Rip Stops, Flip Stops, and Parallel Guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/Rip_Gauge_Thumbnail_1064ceb5-646b-46a3-b429-1ca084381fe3.png?v=1783439492\" alt=\"The Rip Gauge\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWorks with every major guide rail and track saw brand.\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Rip Gauge supports track saw blade kerfs of 1.8mm, 2.2mm, and 2.4mm through three swappable kerf tabs included with every unit. These three kerfs cover the most prevalent kerf widths of all major track saw blades, including Festool, Makita, DeWalt, Bosch, Mafell, Metabo, Milwaukee, WEN, and Grizzly. If your saw uses a standard kerf in that range, the Rip Gauge works with it out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFestool, Makita, DeWalt, Bosch, Mafell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetabo, Milwaukee, WEN, Grizzly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny track saw with 1.8mm, 2.2mm, or 2.4mm blade kerf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne Rip Gauge, multiple saws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/RGwithPG_64bfdb8b-8737-45d6-ad78-9a159563adde.jpg?v=1783439493\" alt=\"The Rip Gauge\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOne reference replaces calibration.\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditional parallel guide systems require independent calibration of each guide and verification that both sides match, which verified buyers cite as the reason they switched from systems like TSO. The Rip Gauge is a single, physical reference for setting multiple Dash-Board Parallel Guides to precise dimensions off the blade with kerf already factored in on both sides of a guide rail. Set once, cut all day. Pull it back out tomorrow and set the same dimension in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle physical reference for both parallel guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo independent calibration of left and right\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKerf already factored in on both sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeatable setups across multiple sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/Rip_Gauge_6_e6083746-a4eb-4de9-b3e3-7f683877f948.png?v=1783439493\" alt=\"The Rip Gauge\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the box:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Rip Gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 Kerf Plates (1.8mm, 2.2mm, 2.4mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength = 30.312” (770mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth = 3.75” (95mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSettings from 0\" to 25 ½\"\/647mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight, rigid carbon fiber extension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 swappable blade kerf tabs (1.8 mm, 2.2 mm, 2.4 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes metric and inch scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKerf tabs store on-board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable all-metal knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with any guide rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with stops on both sides of the blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e​Product Safety:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe mindful of pinch points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure all hardware before use to avoid accidents or injury.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse appropriate lifting form to avoid injury\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkbenches and Outriggers not intended as standing platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor safest operation please keep static loads below 300 lbs or 136 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisassembly or product alterations are not recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use products for uses other than intended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:transparent!important\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a rip gauge and how does it work?\u003c\/strong\u003e A rip gauge is a precision setup tool that positions stops at a fixed distance from a track saw blade so you can cut to a finished dimension without factoring in blade kerf. The Dash-Board Rip Gauge replicates your blade kerf using one of three swappable plates (1.8mm, 2.2mm, or 2.4mm), so you set the carbon fiber extension to your desired finished measurement and the cut lands exactly on that dimension every time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum cut length the Rip Gauge can set?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Rip Gauge can set stops up to 25 1\/2\" (648mm) from either side of your track saw's blade. This range covers most cabinet, furniture, and panel-cutting dimensions, including cabinet door widths, drawer fronts, face frames, and shelf depths. The Rip Gauge measures 30.312\" (770mm) overall and works with stops on both sides of the blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat blade kerfs does the Dash-Board Rip Gauge support?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Dash-Board Rip Gauge supports track saw blade kerfs of 1.8mm, 2.2mm, and 2.4mm through three swappable kerf tabs included with every unit. These three kerfs cover the most prevalent kerf widths of all major track saw blades, including Festool, Makita, DeWalt, Bosch, Mafell, Metabo, Milwaukee, WEN, and Grizzly. The kerf tabs store on-board the Rip Gauge, and swapping between them takes seconds with no tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Rip Gauge work with parallel guides?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Rip Gauge works by replacing individual calibration of parallel guides with a single, kerf-corrected reference. Traditional parallel guide systems require independent calibration of each guide and verification that both sides match, which verified buyers cite as the reason they switched from systems like TSO. The Rip Gauge is a unique, single, physical reference for setting multiple Dash-Board Parallel Guides to precise dimensions off the blade with kerf already factored in on both sides of a guide rail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included with the Dash-Board Rip Gauge?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Dash-Board Rip Gauge includes one Rip Gauge unit and three Kerf Plates sized for 1.8mm, 2.2mm, and 2.4mm blade kerfs. The Rip Gauge is built from a lightweight, rigid carbon fiber extension and aluminum body and stores all three kerf tabs on-board. The unit measures 30.312\" (770mm) long by 3.75\" (95mm) wide and works with any guide rail brand using a standard kerf in the 1.8mm to 2.4mm range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dashboard PWS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53404144107814,"sku":"RG0001-DASH","price":159.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/6a0b947307a883da96b22c04_45165184549087_160025b6-c1a3-48a0-87a1-df70426328d4.webp?v=1782491499","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/dashboard-mft-rip-gauge-for-precise-parallel-guide-width-setting-rg0001","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}