I wanted a bench mounted tape dispenser for packing tape.
While working on some compound ornament I needed to be able to hold the piece with one hand and tear off short strips of tape with the other. At work we have a bench tape dispenser, but it moves around a lot when in use. U-line has a bench mount dispenser with a c-clamp, it's about $25 with shipping, and I'd have to wait to get it.

So, I got a tape gun (Walmart) for $11 (the handle was bolted onto the frame) I removed the handle and clamped it to the workbench next to the saw. Works like a charm.

Clever, I'll have to copy that.

Great idea! 

That looks real handy but how do you keep the dust off...I had to build a box with a lid to keep them clean before use.

2 hours ago, Smallpatch said:

That looks real handy but how do you keep the dust off...I had to build a box with a lid to keep them clean before use.

1. tape is sticky side down

2. When working with the compound cuts I'm using the tape quite a bit, so the tape isn't exposed for very long.

3. When I'm not using the tape I unclamp the vice grips and move the dispenser to another location.