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== Accessory: | == Accessory: FeatherBoard == | ||
{{ToolInfoBox | {{ToolInfoBox | ||
|tool name= | |tool name=FeatherBoard | ||
|german=Federklemme | |german=Federklemme | ||
|image= | |image=Featherboards routertable dualuse.jpg | ||
|synonyms=Federklemme | |synonyms=Federklemme | ||
|type= | |type= | ||
|status=available | |status=available | ||
|material=[[wood]] | |material=[[wood]] | ||
|used with=[[Router Table]] [[Table Saw]] | |used with=[[Router Table]], [[Table Saw]] | ||
|location= | |location= | ||
|access= | |access= | ||
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* '''Length:''' approx. 200 mm | * '''Length:''' approx. 200 mm | ||
* '''Adjustment range:''' ~130 mm | * '''Adjustment range:''' ~130 mm | ||
* Includes both '''5/8″ and 3/4″ guide/miter bars''' and '''T-slot bolts''', compatible with our | * Includes both '''5/8″ and 3/4″ guide/miter bars''' and '''T-slot bolts''', compatible with our router table and table saw rails | ||
==== ✅ Features & Benefits ==== | ==== ✅ Features & Benefits ==== | ||
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==== 📦 Included Scope ==== | ==== 📦 Included Scope ==== | ||
[[File:Scope featherboard.jpg|thumb]] | |||
* 2 × FeatherBoard units | * 2 × FeatherBoard units | ||
* 1 × Spacer for tandem use | * 1 × Spacer for tandem use | ||
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* 2 × 5/8″ guide bars | * 2 × 5/8″ guide bars | ||
* 2 × 3/4″ guide bars | * 2 × 3/4″ guide bars | ||
* 2 x long screws for tandem use in u-profile | |||
* 4 x short screws for single use in u-profiles | |||
* 4 x black short screws for tandem use (SAFETY FEATURE) | |||
==== ⚠️ Safety & Use Instructions ==== | ==== ⚠️ Safety & Use Instructions ==== | ||
* Mount boards so that “fingers” apply light to firm pressure on the workpiece '''before it enters the bit'''. | * Mount boards so that “fingers” apply light to firm pressure on the workpiece '''before it enters the bit'''.<gallery> | ||
File:Featherboard correctuse.jpg|correct use. | |||
File:Featherboard falseuse.jpg|false use! | |||
</gallery> | |||
* Adjust spacing and pressure for smooth movement without pinching. | * Adjust spacing and pressure for smooth movement without pinching. | ||
* Always verify secure attachment of guide bars and fasteners. | * Always verify secure attachment of guide bars and fasteners. | ||
* Dual use on router table:<gallery> | |||
File:Featherboards routertable dualuse.jpg | |||
</gallery> | |||
* Tandem use:<gallery> | |||
File:Featherboard tandem.jpg | |||
File:Featherboard tandem1.jpg|alt=Only use u-profile guide bars! | |||
File:Featherboard router correctuse.jpg | |||
</gallery>Only use u-profile guide bars for tandem use! Fix the featherboards to the spacer with the 4 black screws! | |||
*It's not recommended to use two featherboards in row in the same t- oder u-profile! | |||
* Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRG09xmT12I | |||
==== 📦 Storage ==== | ==== 📦 Storage ==== | ||
Store the FeatherBoard | Store the FeatherBoard next to the Router Table. Please return everything after use. Further accessories (e.g. srews for tandem use, guide bars etc.) can be found in the cabinet behind the router table | ||
<gallery> | |||
File:Featherboards storage.jpg | |||
</gallery>{{DEFAULTSORT:FeatherBoard}} | |||
Latest revision as of 12:21, 19 July 2025
Accessory: FeatherBoard
| ToolInfoBox FeatherBoard | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms: | Federklemme |
| Status: | available |
| Material: | wood |
| Used with: | Router Table, Table Saw |
Available as of July 2025 – the Milescraft Dual/Tandem FeatherBoard (M‑1407) is now part of our equipment lineup. Designed for use in the T-slots of our Router Table, this 2‑in‑1 device enhances safety and precision.
🛠 Description & Use-Cases
A versatile feather board that can be used:
- As two separate units for clamping small or narrow workpieces.
- Stacked with spacer for holding taller or wider stock securely
📏 Technical Data
- Length: approx. 200 mm
- Adjustment range: ~130 mm
- Includes both 5/8″ and 3/4″ guide/miter bars and T-slot bolts, compatible with our router table and table saw rails
✅ Features & Benefits
- Flat tension design enables consistent, reliable feed pressure and substantially reduces kick-back risk.
- Ergonomic knobs allow quick, secure clamping and easy adjustment.
- Two-in-one functionality: separate units or tandem with spacer — ideal for diverse workpiece sizes
📦 Included Scope
- 2 × FeatherBoard units
- 1 × Spacer for tandem use
- 4 × T-slot locking screws
- 2 × 5/8″ guide bars
- 2 × 3/4″ guide bars
- 2 x long screws for tandem use in u-profile
- 4 x short screws for single use in u-profiles
- 4 x black short screws for tandem use (SAFETY FEATURE)
⚠️ Safety & Use Instructions
- Mount boards so that “fingers” apply light to firm pressure on the workpiece before it enters the bit.
-
correct use. -
false use!
- Adjust spacing and pressure for smooth movement without pinching.
- Always verify secure attachment of guide bars and fasteners.
- Dual use on router table:
-
- Tandem use:
-
-
-
Only use u-profile guide bars for tandem use! Fix the featherboards to the spacer with the 4 black screws!
- It's not recommended to use two featherboards in row in the same t- oder u-profile!
- Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRG09xmT12I
📦 Storage
Store the FeatherBoard next to the Router Table. Please return everything after use. Further accessories (e.g. srews for tandem use, guide bars etc.) can be found in the cabinet behind the router table
