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The True-Cut Taper Jig is a buildable table-saw jig from WOOD Magazine for setting an angle and repeating angled cuts, especially when tapering table legs. Its published plan specifies the main components and their dimensions, but the accessible article text does not establish an operating sequence, angle range, workpiece capacity, or saw compatibility. Read the complete plan and your table-saw manual before using it.
What the True-Cut Taper Jig is designed to do
WOOD Magazine describes the jig as a way to set an angle and make consistent angled cuts on table legs or other project pieces. That repeatability can help when several parts need the same taper. The publisher also warns that angled ripping can be frustrating and potentially dangerous; the jig is not a guarantee of safe operation. WOOD Magazine’s True-Cut Taper Jig article was updated December 18, 2024.
What the published build specifies
The plan describes a body, an adjustable arm, a handle, and hardware that joins and supports the moving assembly. Its specified stock and components are:
| Part | Published specification |
|---|---|
| Body (A) | 3 × 30 inches, made from 1½-inch-thick maple stock. |
| Arm (B) | 1¾ × 30 inches, made from the same 1½-inch-thick maple stock. The instructions describe a centered rip and a notch, plus a ¼-inch hole intended to help prevent sawdust buildup. |
| Handle (C) | Shaped from 1-inch walnut stock; the article specifies a ½-inch hole and a ½-inch dowel, with the handle glued to the body. |
| Assembly hardware | A hinge joins the arm to the body, and a lid support attaches to both. |
These are construction details, not a complete operating specification. The accessible article text does not state the jig’s angle range, maximum workpiece dimensions, or compatible saw-table and fence arrangements.
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Rockler Taper Jig & Straight Line Wood Cutting for Table Saw, 36" Miter Bar
- Rockler’s Taper & Straight Line Jig: The taper drill jig allows you to make tapered cuts quickly, easily, and accurately at your table saw. With the miter bar removed, this wood working jig also doubles as a stable, straight-line ripping jig.
- Easy To Fit: This straight-line hole jig fits snug in any standard 3/8" x 3/4" miter slot and features a large, ergonomic handle for smooth push-action performance throughout the cut. The guidance booklet in our jig table saw is available so you can make it your very own.
- Multipurpose Drill Jig For Angled Holes: With a simple indexed angle setting system, heavy-duty hold-down clamps, and a smooth sliding design, the table saw jig makes tapered cuts fast, easy, and more precise. Our jig tools are perfect for chair legs, table legs, and more.
- Easy To Setup: In tapering mode, these woodworking tools and accessories are intended for use in the miter slot to the right of the blade. On many saws, your initial cut will remove a narrow piece of the tablesaw jig’s base to create zero-clearance support
- Where To Work? These wood working tools works with table saws on which the left edge of the right miter slot is 3-3/4” to 4-3/8” from the blade or 5” to 5-5/8” from the blade.
What to check before building or using it
- Consult the complete True-Cut plan for its drawings and operating directions; do not infer the setup or cutting sequence from the parts list alone.
- Read the table-saw manufacturer’s manual and follow its requirements for angled ripping, guarding, workpiece control, and safe operation.
- Confirm that the plan’s dimensions and setup suit your saw and the stock you intend to cut. The available article text does not provide a compatibility guarantee or capacity limits.
Where to find the plan
WOOD Store lists the True-Cut Taper Jig as part of its “10 Great Jigs” paper woodworking plan collection, product code WP-JG-1001. The listing displayed $19.95 on October 8, 2026; price and availability may change, so check the current WOOD Store listing. A generic “table saw taper jig” is the relevant product category if you are exploring alternatives, but the cited sources do not verify a specific current listing or model compatibility.
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MICROJIG GRR-RIPPER Microdial Tapering Jig for Table and Band Saws, Taper Parts for Woodworking, TJ-5000, Yellow
- PRECISION TAPER CUTS MADE EASY: The MICROJIG GRR-RIPPER TJ5000 tapering jig is designed for use with table saws, router tables, and band saws; It delivers angle accuracy within 1/8 of a degree, making it an essential woodworking tool
- VERSATILE ANGLE ADJUSTMENTS: Achieve perfect set up every time with the color coded MICRODIAL scales; 122 built-in presets create the perfect angle every time from 0-10 degrees of angle or by Rise over Run for tapered table legs
- SAFE AND CONTROLLED OPERATION: Pair with one or two MICROJIG GRR-RIPPER 3D Pushblocks (available separately) for safety and stability, ensuring the Microdial Tapering Jig integrates with your table saw parts setup
- CONSISTENT REPEAT CUTS: Two independent MemoryLocks allow quick angle switching, ideal for creating 2-, 4-, 6-, or 8-sided tapered legs with confidence; Add more detail and create custom profiles on the router table
- MADE IN THE USA: This Microdial Tapering Jig is built for crafting tapered legs for Federal, Mission, Midcentury Modern and contemporary furniture legs; It includes an instructional DVD and manual to guide you through set up and use
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Woodpeckers Precision Taper Jig, 48 Inch, USA Made, Tapering Jig for Table Saw, Up to 15 Degree Angle Adjustment, Feature Packed
- MODERN TWIST ON A CLASSIC TOOL - Woodpeckers Precision Taper Jig offers modern materials, repeatable angles, clamping, and extendable support for perfect cuts up to 48".
- PRECISON ANGLE SETTING - Easily set angles with interlocking teeth for precise, repeatable quarter-degree increments from 0° to 7°, or half-degree from 0° to 15°.
- SAFE & EFFICIENT - Designed for safety and efficiency, this jig has an MDF sled to prevent tear-out and quick-release clamps for secure, easy workpiece handling.
- BUILT TO LAST - The Precision Taper Jig's durable design and build make it a reliable tool you'll be proud to use, built to last for generations.
- AMERICAN MADE QUALITY - Like all Woodpeckers products, the Precision Taper Jig is precisely machined and carefully inspected in our Strongsville, Ohio factory.
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O'SKOOL Table Saw Taper Jig with 3 Adjustable Clamps and Aluminum Fence
- Dual-Scale Taper Setup: Outfeed and Infeed scales with Imperial, Metric, and Angle Indexing Dots help simplify taper angle setup. Recessed channels help keep the scales securely in place and reduce the risk of lifting or shifting during use
- Adjustable Stop Block for Width Control： The included stop block can be mounted on the fence face or side track; once the taper angle is set, position the stop block against the workpiece to help maintain cutting width and improve repeatability for multiple matching parts
- Secure Stock Holding with Clamps and Grip Strips: 3 adjustable hold-down clamps work with included #100 abrasive grip strips to help hold stock firmly in place and reduce workpiece movement during cutting
- Birch Plywood Base and Aluminum Fence: Built with a 5/8" birch plywood base and rigid aluminum extrusion fence to help reduce flexing, support the workpiece, and maintain stability for taper cuts and straight line ripping
- Adjustable Miter Bar Helps Reduce Side-to-Side Play: The anodized aluminum miter bar includes adjustable expansion washers for a closer fit in standard 3/4" x 3/8" miter slots, helping the jig track more smoothly with less unwanted movement
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POWERTEC 71395 Taper/Straight Line Jig for Table Saws with 3/4” Wide by 3/8” Deep Miter Slot
- ASSEMBLY CONTAINS: 36” Miter Bar, Base, Adjustable Fence, Push Knob, Hold Down Clamps, Tape Measure, Abrasive Grip Strips, T-Bolts, Hardware Screws, Washers and Mini Screw Driver
- FUNCTIONS: Primarily serves as a taper cutting jig for table saw – Secondarily operates as a stable straight line ripping jig – Your creativity is the limit
- PREMIUM BUILD: This woodworking taper jig is manufactured with high quality components; The base measures 32” x 7-7/8” ½” with MDF construction and melamine coating on both sides; Features a safe and easy-to-use design, indexing marks for easy angle setting, ergonomic anti-slip push knob, adjustable fence and hold down clamps to prevent shifting stock, abrasive grip strips to help stabilize your workpiece and detailed instructions for all skill levels
- VERSATILE: Perfect for cutting tapered compound angles, straight line table saw ripping, making handmade furniture, and a wide range of applications such as making chair legs, building tables, custom built shelves or base cabinets and more. PLEASE NOTE: It fits tight and securely in any standard 3/8" x 3/4" miter slot.
- PLEASE NOTE: The taper jig is designed to fit full-sized table saws with miter slots measuring ¾” x 3/8” and an inside edge of the right miter slot between 3-3/4” to 4-3/8”, 5” to 5-5/8”, or 6-1/4” to 6-7/8” from the blade. It is compatible with the DWE7491RS but may not fit some job site or bench top saws. Please check your saw's specifications before ordering.
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