Shop-Made Table Saw Blade Caddy for Easy Blade Changes
A good table saw blade is an investment, and the last thing you want to do is damage its carbide teeth while changing blades.
I don't like setting saw blades directly on the cast iron saw table. But trying to hold one blade while removing another can turn a simple blade change into an awkward juggling act.
That's why I built this shop-made saw blade caddy. It provides a convenient place to hang two blades while swapping them out, keeping the teeth off the work surface and reducing the chance of accidental damage.
A Simple Holder for Two Table Saw Blades
The caddy has two upright supports, each fitted with a short dowel for hanging a saw blade through its arbor hole.
The blades hang on opposite sides of the stand, so there's room for both the blade you're removing and the one you're installing.
Here's how I use it:
- Hang the replacement blade on one side of the caddy.
- Unplug the table saw and remove the blade that's currently installed.
- Hang the removed blade on the empty side of the caddy.
- Install the replacement blade and complete the saw's normal blade-change checks.
If I'm changing blades for only a few cuts, I simply set the caddy aside with the other blade still hanging on it. When I'm finished, I can reverse the process.
It's a handy way to keep blades organized without laying them on the saw table.
Build the Saw Blade Caddy
The caddy is made from four wooden parts joined with angled butt joints and screws.
The angled joints create the stand, while a center handle connects the uprights and makes the caddy easy to carry around the shop.
The design is straightforward enough to build from suitable scrap stock.
Add Dowel Supports for the Blades
A short dowel installed in the face of each upright provides a place to hang a blade.
Position the dowels so the blades hang freely without their teeth contacting the base, uprights, or one another.
The dowels should fit through the blades' arbor holes and extend far enough to keep the blades securely supported.
Before using the caddy, check that the stand sits firmly on the bench and won't tip when holding a blade on just one side.
Protect Your Table Saw Blades
This simple caddy makes blade changes easier while helping protect expensive saw blades from accidental damage.
It's compact, portable, and keeps both blades within reach during the setup process.
And because it's built from just a few pieces of wood, screws, and dowels, it's an easy addition to your collection of shop-made table saw accessories.
Get More from Your Table Saw Blades
Choosing the right blade for the job is just as important as keeping it protected. From selecting the proper tooth configuration to using dado blades and getting cleaner cuts, understanding your saw blades can make a big difference in your woodworking.
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