Edge Pro Apex Set Up/Base

Revival29

Revival29

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I am curious to know what kind of set ups do you have for your Edge Pro Apex? Do you have it set up in a baking pan? Do you have it set up just on a table/counter top? Any of you have a DIY work station? Just trying to get some ideas. Thanks.
 
I don't leave mine set up but when I use it, I place it on a 12x12 ceramic tile on the work bench.
 
I just set mine directly on my work bench. But doing what the other guys do (tile, baking tray) is probably the way to go.
 
This is my only complaint with the Edge Pro Apex. The suction cups on mine always slip. The baking dish idea sucks. Even then, the counter top I use even with a wet rag under the dish it moves. I mounted mine to a plastic cutting board and the board warped. So now I have it screwed to a cookie pan with rubber pads under it.
 
There's non slip matting(~$3) made for use in cupboards, I put that on the table and a 12"x12" polished tile (~$2) on the non slip matting, edge pro gets put on the tile.

Suction cups losing their grip? Home Depot/Lowes and probably Walmart have suction cup hooks for (~$3)you get 6 suction cups that you can screw onto the threaded posts of the Edge Pro.

If there's a craft store that does glass cutting you can probably get a glass square made and just mount stick on anti slip feet, kinda like a non slip glass cutting board.

I discovered the non slip matting/12"x12" tile and suction cups on my own after using the Edge Pro for a couple years.
 
I sharpen in the kitchen, so I put the edge pro on the metal part next to my sink (where you normally dry the dishes). When I used it at my parents' house one time, I put it on a glossy tray with a towel underneath.
 
I set mine on a 18 X 18 polished Maine granite slab. Heavy, but the cups stick and it isn't gonna move. Russ
 
I set mine up on the bathroom cabinet. It attaches well and theirs just enough room to set out all my equipment. But I have to time my sharpening right to not be disturbed.
 
I do mine in the kitchen on our granite countertops, so it sticks just fine. I should find a large casserole dish to put it in so it doesn't make as much of a mess. Skimo's idea of non-slip backing will be essential at that point.
 
Currently set it up in the kitchen on the stovetop between the burners because it won't stick to textured countertops. Having the light overhead in the range hood is helpful somewhat. I have a buddy in the glass business that's hooking me up with a 12"x12" piece of tempered with some rubber trim that I plan on using as a base and stone leveler.
 
Skimo said:
I can text or email the pics of my setup if you'd like.
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Thanks for the the info so far guys! Skimo, I believe you already emailed me pics, which I appreciate! If not let me know because I wouldn't mind seeing more pics!
 
Successful user of a baking dish (with a non-skid pad underneath), since 1829. :)

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Have you tried a mouse pad or even kitchen cabinet/drawer or carpet antislip pads.
 
The cupboard ones are what I use, you can find them in around 6' rolls at Walmart for just a couple bucks.
 
ricklee4570 said:
I need to find a good rubber non skid pad. Any ideas where to find one?
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There are lots of non skid pads to choose from on Amazon. I don't think I'll be able to get any rubber trim for the 12x12 piece I'm getting, so I'm considering putting some of the little stick on rubber "nubs" on all 4 corners to keep it from sliding and to keep the bottom side from touching. Considering putting them on all 4 corners on both sides so when I flip it over to level the stones, my base side will stay off the ground and unscratched since I'll probably take it outside to level stones. Either that, or I'll just use some shelf liner.
 
I like the shelf liner, so much sticky surface area that I'd have to drench it to make it come close to losing traction.
 
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