Just a tip for the eyes at the saw - Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Message Board

Ocelot · 10-09-2009, 02:34 PM

For some reason lately, I've been having eye fatigue problems at the saw. I have the Dewalt and use a magnifier light. The one with the round fluorescent bulb.

The problem I've had seems to be that the bright light shining on the upper blade holder assembly while it moves up and down was giving me a strobe light effect. It never seemed to bother me before and I've been using the same light for a few years on two different saws so I'm not sure why it's been an issue lately.

Anyway, the blade holder assembly is fairly shiny aluminum and the lock nuts that mount the blade clamp are really shiny. I noticed that the black plastic blade clamp wing nut didn't bother me, so on a whim out of frustration, I gave the whole front portion of the upper blade holder a shot of flat black spray paint.

No more reflection and strobe effect and a lot more comfort for my eyes.

Of course, it could just be something with my own eyes and not an issue for others, but I thought I'd put it up here in case anyone has a similar issue.

Ray

Sally · 10-09-2009, 05:38 PM

Interesting - I'm not having problems but I'll keep this in mind. And maybe pay more attention.

KtownScroller · 10-09-2009, 06:04 PM

Hi Ray...

That makes sense to me. I tried the magnifier light routine once and could not tolerate it. I'm lucky in that I'm nearsighted and can see real well up close, so I don't usually need help.

Another option is a set of flip down magnifying glasses. Never tried them and only seen others use them. They don't seem as popular with the general public, but are found in machine shop environments.

wood-n-things · 10-09-2009, 08:06 PM

good tip for those who hadn't thought of it..Thanks for sharing.

10-09-2009, 02:34 PM	#1
Ocelot Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NY Posts: 486	Just a tip for the eyes at the saw For some reason lately, I've been having eye fatigue problems at the saw. I have the Dewalt and use a magnifier light. The one with the round fluorescent bulb. The problem I've had seems to be that the bright light shining on the upper blade holder assembly while it moves up and down was giving me a strobe light effect. It never seemed to bother me before and I've been using the same light for a few years on two different saws so I'm not sure why it's been an issue lately. Anyway, the blade holder assembly is fairly shiny aluminum and the lock nuts that mount the blade clamp are really shiny. I noticed that the black plastic blade clamp wing nut didn't bother me, so on a whim out of frustration, I gave the whole front portion of the upper blade holder a shot of flat black spray paint. No more reflection and strobe effect and a lot more comfort for my eyes. Of course, it could just be something with my own eyes and not an issue for others, but I thought I'd put it up here in case anyone has a similar issue. Ray __________________ http://s13.photobucket.com/albums/a2...t=bdee7145.pbw

10-09-2009, 06:04 PM	#3
KtownScroller So much better :) Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: PA Posts: 2,662	Hi Ray... That makes sense to me. I tried the magnifier light routine once and could not tolerate it. I'm lucky in that I'm nearsighted and can see real well up close, so I don't usually need help. Another option is a set of flip down magnifying glasses. Never tried them and only seen others use them. They don't seem as popular with the general public, but are found in machine shop environments. __________________ - Rick

10-09-2009, 08:06 PM	#4
wood-n-things Behave Yourself..I can't. Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Right here ---silly Posts: 4,471 Blog Entries: 1	good tip for those who hadn't thought of it..Thanks for sharing. __________________ The Mike One of them anyway. Don't be so open-minded. Your brains will fall out!

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10-09-2009, 05:38 PM	#2
Sally Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Renton WA Posts: 1,024	Interesting - I'm not having problems but I'll keep this in mind. And maybe pay more attention.