Biesemeyer 78-963 T-Square Anti-Kickback Snap-In Spreader for Delta Contractors Table Saw

by Biesemeyer

Product Description

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The Biesemeyer 78-963 T-square Anti-kickback Snap-in Spreader for DELTA Contractors Table Saws fits all right-tilting and tilting arbor DELTA contractor saws. Designed to reduce dangerous kickbacks, this snap-in spreader increases table safety. This spreader snaps on instantly and removes easily. Designed to be used with a basket-style blade guard, this spreader is not intended to be used with a thin kerf blade (minimum saw blade thickness is 1/8 inches). This spreader comes complete with spring-loaded anti-kickback fingers.

From the Manufacturer

Increase table saw safety by adding our anti-kickback snap-in spreader. Designed to reduce dangerous kickbacks, this spreader snaps in instantly and removes easily on saws from several manufacturers. Each spreader has a unique mounting bracket designed to easily mount to the saw using the existing mounting holes for the saws factory guard/spreader unit. Once the mounting bracket is installed, you can be assured that the spreader will be aligned with the saw blade every time it is removed and reinserted. The splitter blade is quickly removed by taking out the table insert, pulling on the spring loaded pin and pulling the blade out. Insert the spreader into the mounting bracket until the spring loaded pin engages the hole in the splitter blade to reinstall.

The Biesemeyer T-Square Anti-Kickback Spreader is designed to be used inconjuction with a basket style blade guard. The splitters are not intended to be used with a thin kerf blade. Minimum saw blade thickness is 1/8".

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12.2 x 3.2 x 3.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000022614
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 78-963
• Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #47,572 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #45 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tool Accessories > Blades > Table Saw Blades
  • #90 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tool Accessories > Saw Accessories > Table Saw Accessories

Customer Reviews

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You know you need it!, March 16, 2002

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Dave BZMT "Dave BZMT" (Bozeman, MTUSA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Biesemeyer 78-963 T-Square Anti-Kickback Snap-In Spreader for Delta Contractors Table Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

Yes, it's true it doesn't work with thin kerf blades, but if you use a 1/8" most of the time, this works fantastic, you can take it out and run the thin-kerf, and snap it back in so easily, it painless. You know you should use a splitter to avoid kickback, this splitter snaps in/out faster than you can replace the insert. Before, the Delta splitter was such a pain to put on/off, switching between dado sets and through cuts I never used it. When I want to use a thin kerf rip, I just snap it off too, since I'm going to change the zero-clearance table insert anyway, this takes no extra time.

If you do use zero-clearance inserts, you'll need to make a cut for the splitter to fit.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It Really Works Well !, April 10, 2000

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This review is from: Biesemeyer 78-963 T-Square Anti-Kickback Snap-In Spreader for Delta Contractors Table Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

Safety is so important around woodworking machines. It isfrustrating at times two work with some of the safety devices thatcome with power tools. The Biesemeyer78-936 anti-kickback device is one safety device that is great to use and work with. I installed it and aligned it, within 20 minutes and it's not in my way at all. When I do have to remove it, that takes all of about 5 seconds. Too bad they just don't come standard with the table saws! It's a bit costly but if you want something that really does the job, this is it! A safety device that is not frustrating to use, is one that gets used.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Pricey, difficult to install and cheaply made, January 12, 2011

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Carol A. Johnston (Portland, IN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Biesemeyer 78-963 T-Square Anti-Kickback Snap-In Spreader for Delta Contractors Table Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought this splitter a few years ago after finding that my Delta Unisaw's splitter wouldn't work with an outfeed table I made. Installing it was a real pain. I'm short and couldn't reach the bolt from the outside of the saw while trying to tighten the bolts by reaching into the throat. With some help from my husband, I finally got the bracket adjusted. However, I had to remove the blade several times to do this. For the past several months I've had problems with curved rip cuts and finally determined that the splitter was bent and was pulling the board away from the fence. I tried several times to straighten the splitter, but could never get it perfectly straight. I looked into buying a new Biesemeyer splitter, but the cost was ridiculous, so I started looking online for alternatives. I came upon Lee Styron's website. He makes splitters for several types of saws and had one that would fit into my Biesemeyer bracket. He suggested I only buy the thin kerf version, which can be used with 1/8" and thin kerf blades. I received a set of three splitters (short, medium, and tall), along with pawls for less that it would cost for a Biesemeyer splitter replacement. After installing one of the splitters, I got my first straight cut in ages. If you already have a Biesemeyer bracket and want to use thin kerf blades, check out Lee Styron's website, [...] and click on Shark Guard. They work! It still amazes me that Biesemeyer charges so much for their cheaply made splitters. Maybe they want us to buy the new Delta Unisaw??