1/4" Shank,
13.55mm
Dovetail Cutter
Dovetail Jig Set-up
11
Mounting the Jig
Mount the jig onto a firm and stable workbench at a
comfortable height,remembering that the router sits on
top of the jig. The jig must be mounted close to the front
edge so as to leave clear passage for the timber to the
front, vertical clamp). Also, leave ample clearance to the
rear of the jig to accommodate the longest length of
timber you are likely to want to work within the dovetail
jig.
There are two mounting holes to either side of the jig
allowing permanent attachment to a workbench
or similar stable base. Where work space is limited, the
same holes can be mounted to a movable base that
can be secured in the jaws of a vice or to the top of a
workbench using ‘F’ or ‘G’ clamps, see fig A. The jig can
then be stored away when not in use.
Fig A
Preparation of Timber
As with all joinery work, the drawer or box components
must be sized and cut square and accurately. It is
preferable that the width of the timber increases in 1/2”
measurement (i.e. 5”, 5 1/2”, 6”, 6 1/2”, etc.) as this will give a
series of fully-formed dovetails without part formed pins
or sockets at the ends.
It is a good idea to identify the drawer pieces, see fig B
so that they are positioned correctly in the jig.
Fig B
Router Cutter
Fig C
Fig D
Fig E
A selection of different makes of
router guide bush adaptors
1/4" Shank,
10.39mm
Straight Cutter
1/4" Shank,
12.5mm Box
Joint Cutter
Guide bush
‘G’ Clamps
Movable base
Supplied with three 1/4” shank cutters, (7˚dovtail/
straight), see fig C. You can also purchase 8mm or 1/2”
shank cutters. You will need to use one of the two guide
bushes, these are included in the boxed kit. To attach
to the router a guide bush adaptor to suit the make of
router will need to be purchased, see fig D-E.
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