#Porter cable router jig how to#
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Conversely, in some cases you might find that the joint is too tight, which can have equally negative consequences, as the workpiece might actually crack during assembly, or because of the tight fit the joint might become starved of glue during the assembly process. In some cases you might find that the dovetail joints are too loose, which will inevitably lead to strength problems and potential joint failure down the road.

#Porter cable router jig how to#

The video also covers how to troubleshoot problems such as improperly fitting joints. Watch this video to learn the appropriate method for setting up the Porter Cable dovetail jig to achieve the tight fit that you desire.

As with any aspect of the woodworking craft, however, dovetail joinery (even with a router jig) requires some knowledge and practice.

Once mastered, a good dovetail jig can make the process of creating properly fitting pins and tails a nearly foolproof endeavor. While some craftsmen cut these intricate joints using a mallet and woodworking chisels, many modern day woodworkers utilize the efficiency of cutting them using a router (an extremely versatile woodworking tool) along with a specialized router jig that is developed specifically for cutting perfectly interlocking pins and tails. Dovetails are widely viewed as a hallmark of craftsmanship, and a durable form of joinery that many view as a pinnacle of woodworking techniques. Here is a picture of a drawer that is 4-1/4' H for a 5' opening with undermount soft close sides.Learn how to set up for through dovetails using a Porter Cable dovetail jig for joining in your woodworking shop. To make the height any different you will end up with a joint that is off center. For example a 5' high drawer opening would need a 4-1/4' drawer height to end up with half pins on top & bottom of your joint.

#Porter cable router jig Pc#

Their might be other companies that make a bit for the PC jig, but I always buy the recommended PC brand so there are no problems. If you use a bit that's not recommended with the PC jig you might have problems making the joint fit right. Template Guide, # 42027 (with straight bit) Template Guide, # 42020 (with dovetail bit)ĥ/8' O.D. Reduce the chance of that nut vibrating loose. If you are going to use the stock collars that come with the PC4212 or even brass ones, I'd also suggest a trip to the hardware store plumbing section to find a wave washer that fits the threaded portion of the collar. Invest in or make a centering jig/cone for the router. Sorry, I don't remember the collar sizes off hand.ģ) You get the best results when the collar is centered on the router bit. Whiteside, Eagle and I think MLCS all have compatible bits in their catalogs.Īs to the collars, only three things are important:ġ) That the bit clear the inside diameter (duh)Ģ) That the outside diameter fit snugly into the 'teeth' of the template. For the 1/2 blind, one-pass method I think you are locked into the 17/32' 7 degree bit due to the geometry of the template. This goes for the dovetail joints cut in two steps. Other than that, you are NOT locked into their stock bit sizes. The sum of the bit diameters (measured at their widest point) must be 15/16'.