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Operation - Drilling and Driving
Pocket-Hole Screws
For best results, follow these guidelines when drilling and driving pocket-hole screws:
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Use the correct screw size according to this chart:
Gauged Material
Thickness
Easy-Set
Stop Collar
Material Thickness
Setting
Screw Length
1/2 Range
1/2
Automatic
1" (25 mm)*
3/4 Range
3/4
1-1/4" (32 mm)
3/4
1-1/2" (38 mm)
1-1/2 Range
1½
2-1/2" (64 mm)
* A 1" screw is recommended for most applications, but if your workpiece
is on the low end of the range, a 3/4" screw might be required to keep
the screw tip from protruding.
Note
If your material thickness falls in the
range, use the same setup
techniques as the 3/4" range with a 1-1/2" screw. For more information on screw
selections, go to www.Kregtool.com/Screws or simply scan the QR code on the
side of your sample screw package.
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Clamp joints in place to ensure a better finished joint. These examples show face
joints and edge joints.
WARNING
When drilling, always ensure that the workpiece is clamped securely.
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Place your screw on the driver tip (E), position the screw in the pocket hole, and
drive the screw until it is fully seated without overdriving.
E
E
