Showing 81 through 100 out of 207 articles containing "jigs"
Springs
… An ordinary spting can dramatically improve tlie performance of a tool or a shop-built jig. Small details can make a big difference. Take an ordinary spring, for instance. Sometimes …all it takes to improve the performance of a tool or a shop-built jig. Depending on what the jig is designed to do. I use two different tyj>es of springs. A …Read More
ShopNotes Issue 15
May 1994
Cutting Tapers on a Jointer
Cutting Tapers or\ a Jointer No special jigs and a simple layout make it easy to cut perfect tapers on a jointer. Normally you think … that needs little (if any) sanding. And unlike a table saw, it doesn't require any special jigs or complicated layout procedures. Depending on the design of the project, I typically cut two different…Read More
ShopNotes Issue 17
September 1994
Resawing on the Band Saw
…'s easy to resaw lumber to any thickness with the right technique and a couple of simple jigs. Resawing on the band saw is one of the quickest and easiest ways to produce… properly. And third, make the cut. (To ensure a smooth cut, we've included two simple jigs, refer to the boxes on pages 14 and 15.) — ■■- And just in case you run…Read More
ShopNotes Issue 18
November 1994
Plastics in the Woodshop
…, durable material. (That’s why we used it to make the fingers on the Dovetail Jig shown on page 16.) Depending on the number of layers, this process produces different … softer plastics. So accessories made of phenolic can be securely fastened to tools or jigs, see photo ‘D.’ COST. The only drawback to phenolic is it’s a bit expensive. I paid $22 …Read More
ShopNotes Issue 43
January 1999
5-in-1 Router Base Plate System
…(SEE FIG. 1) THIRD: No. 61 ShopNotes 7 J I G S & A C C E S S O R I E S Mortising Jig ———————————————————————————————— 1 OVERVIEW SPIRAL UPCUT BIT …the base of the jig. 1 2" OVERVIEW 1!/4" 1!/4" 1!/4" MOUNTING BLOCK (3" x 10") 1" 1!/4" RADIUS 1"-DIA. HOLE HANDLE LAYOUT C L #/8"-DIA. HOLE (3" x 10") 1!/2" R. FENCE C 1!/2" R. L…Read More
ShopNotes Issue 61
January 2002
Shop Talk
… every time I use it. Baltic Birch – The material I turn to for most jigs and fixtures is Baltic birch plywood — a premium, hardwood plywood that’s strong and stable…stable. Since it doesn’t change much in length or width, it’s great for jigs and fix- Q U E S T I O N S & A N S W E R S Since { Joinery. the plies in Baltic birch are free of voids…Read More
ShopNotes Issue 73
January 2004
Router Miter Trimmer
…. That’s where this router miter trimmer comes in handy. This jig accepts stock up to 3" wide so its not just for making… it to the job site. { Angle Adjustment. Fine tuning the jig is easy. A few turns of the knobs and the adjustment is… be trimmed at 45° the first time you use the jig. Before moving on to the guide assembly, center a 5/16" hole in…Read More
ShopNotes Issue 78
November 2004
Precision Miter Bars
… Be sure to consider this if you’re looking for a lot of accuracy from your jig. Wedges. When I opened the package for the Incra miter bar, I was a little surprised. Instead of…to mind. MOUNTING OPTIONS I found that all of these bars are easy to attach to a jig. They feature countersunk holes on the bottom for flathead screws. On all the miter …Read More
ShopNotes Issue 85
January 2006
7 Must-Have Table Saw Accessories
…won’t need to worry about it falling over or shifting out of position. 7 Tenoning Jig ARE #/4" PLYWOOD NOTE: FACE AND SPACER VERTICAL STOP (#/4 x 1 - 12) SPACER 12 DADO FOR VERTICAL STOP 8 FACE #/4 #8 x 1!/4" Fh WOODSCREW NOTE: SIZE SPACERS SO JIG FITS SNUGLY OVER RIP FENCE Jigs that make it easier to cut tenons on the table saw …Read More
ShopNotes Issue 92
March 2007
Foolproof Hinge Mortises
…second, even the slightest slip can ruin the mortise. That doesn’t mean you need a complicated jig or setup to rout hinge mortises. In fact, for the technique you see here, all it takes is a simple, two-part jig and an inexpensive router bit. The Jig. I didn’t want the jig to be locked in to a specific size hinge. So I …Read More
ShopNotes Issue 94
July 2007
Easy, Accurate Tenons with a Router
…REDUCES TEAROUT STOP { Secure Clamping. After clamping the workpiece to the workbench, securely clamp the jig to the workpiece to keep it in position. WORKPIECE see it’s just a fence, stop, …it to the sides. Finally, you can fasten the fence in place. USING THE JIG Once the jig is built, cutting the tenon is easy. The box at right helps you …Read More
ShopNotes Issue 97
January 2008
Precision Crosscut Sled
… 1/ "-20 Threaded Inserts* 4 • (2) 1/ "-20 x 1" Fh Machine Screws* 4 * Indicates items for optional box joint jig shown in the drawing below Fence extension allows accurate cuts on long workpieces • (1) 3/ " … Micro-adjustment makes fine-tuning the box joint jig a snap OPTIONAL BOX JOINT JIG Screws secure face to track assembly Replaceable faces…Read More
ShopNotes Issue 99
May 2008
Top-Notch Tenons
… The photo at left shows you a few of the typical features on these tenoning jig. All of these jigs have a beefy, builtin clamp to hold the workpiece securely. And most of …tenon is tapered toward the end, the saw blade is tilting away from the jig or the jig face is tilting away from the blade. < Dovetailed. A dovetail shape means the saw blade…Read More
ShopNotes Issue 99
May 2008
Choosing & Using T-Track
…BOLT 5⁄ " 16 T-SLOT NUT !/4" T-SLOT NUT !/4" HEX BOLT (ROCKLER) (HARTVILLE) build an adjustable jig or fixture that’s safer to use and provides more accurate results. Choosing T-… a hair below { Quick & Easy. A toggle clamp offers super-fast operation for any jig. < Versatility. The handy intersection kits installed in this table allow you …Read More
ShopNotes Issue 103
January 2009
Our Favorite Shop Materials
…favorite Hardboard Shop Materials Find out how to make better shop storage projects, jigs, and accessories. One of the most important questions to ask when designing a …. Your shop projects will work better and last longer. { Baltic Birch & Maple. A precision jig is a prime candidate for Baltic birch plywood because it’s smooth, flat, and stable.…Read More
ShopNotes Issue 104
March 2009
Cutting Perfect Circles
…blade. To download a free 3-D model of the circle-cutting jig, go to: ShopNotes.com USING THE JIG Once you have the jig made to fit your table saw, using it to…bolt lock pivot bar in place 3⁄ " 4 MDF base provides solid support Hardwood runner guides jig smoothly and accurately 46 ShopNotes No. 104 { Knock Off the Corners. After setting the…Read More
ShopNotes Issue 104
March 2009
Hinge Mortising Made Easy
…Router Template (ART) Woodhaven Hinge Mortise Jig Rockler JIG-IT Mortising System hinge mortise Router Jigs From simple to advanced, any of these jigs make routing perfect-fitting hinge mortises a …adjustments to both the length and width of the mortise. The Rockler JIG-IT mortising jig, for example, uses knobs to lock in both the width and …Read More
ShopNotes Issue 107
September 2009
Shooting Board
…have jig allows you to take whisker-thin shavings off the end of a … base made from two layers of 3⁄ " MDF with a cleat for clamping 4 the jig in a bench vise (Figure 1). The base serves an important purpose. A rabbet …out the ends of the slot and then used a jig saw to remove the waste. I used my jig saw to complete the shaping along the edge of…Read More
ShopNotes Issue 113
September 2010
Router Milling Machine
…and add decorative details to other workpieces with this unique, shop-built router jig. 24 ShopNotes No. 115 Exploded View Details OVERALL DIMENSIONS: 17"D x 623⁄4"W x 265⁄8"H NOTE… PROVIDES SOLID SUPPORT FOR ROUTER CARRIAGE,HEADSTOCK, AND TAILSTOCK NOTE: ROUTER MILLING JIG IS DESIGNED FOR USE WITH FIXED BASED ROUTER AND ORDINARY ROUTER BITS TO …Read More
