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When you're routing a hole or recess and want precision, freehanding is not an option. [[CNC Routing|CNC routing]] may work, but takes a lot of preparation for a one-time cut - so your best option may be a router jig!
== Rectangles ==
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|tool name=Rectangle Router Jig
|image=rectangle router jig.JPG
|synonyms=adjustable rectangle routing template
|type=guidance [[jig]]
|used with=[[clamps]], TX 30 [[Torx Keys|key]] or [[screwdriver]];<br>[[router]], [[Copying Rings|copying rings]] (optional)
|location=[[Location::Wood Workshop]] (next to [[Router Table|router table]])
|access=read this page
|tutors=[[User:Lukas|Lukas]]
|similar=
}}
We have some very handy flat [[Aluminum Extrusions|aluminum extrusions]] that {{£}} saved from the trash because of their jig potential: they can interlock with each other at 90 degrees at any length!
Before assembly, you will need to calculate the desired inside measurement. This depends on the way you'll use it:
* using a router ''within'' the jig:
** <code>inside<sub>(jig)</sub> = inside<sub>(hole/recess)</sub> + router base diameter - router bit diameter</code>
** advantages: maximum depth usable, clamps are not in the way of your movement
** disadvantage: large enough workpiece area needs to be availabe (easier with a [[Palm Router|palm router]]), router bases are usually not evenly round
* using a router with [[Copying Rings|copying ring]] ''on top'' of the jig
** ''please double-check, not tested!'' <code>inside<sub>(jig)</sub> = inside<sub>(hole/recess)</sub> + copying ring diameter - router bit diameter</code>
** advantages: even guidance no matter how you turn the router, also works close to the workpiece's edge
** disadvantages: harder to clamp the jig down without obstructing the machine, loss of routable depth, only possible if copying ring is flatter than the jig
Then, make sure to '''[[clamp]] the jig down securely''' before starting your cut and you'll get great results!
[[File:router jig with jigsaw.JPG|thumb|right|200px|this router jig can also be used with a [[jigsaw]], but at least the corners won't turn out nearly as nice]]
=== Future Improvements ===
* it would be very handy to keep a dedicated [[Torx Keys|Torx key]] in the same place as the jig
* maybe we could add precise rulers for easier setup - e.g. glued on or engraved somehow?
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== Circles ==
{{ToolInfoBox
{{ToolInfoBox
|tool name=Circle Router Jig
|tool name=Circle Router Jig
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|image=Circle routing jig in use.jpeg
|image=Circle routing jig in use.jpeg
|synonyms=hole cutting jig, circle cutting jig; DE: Fräszirkel
|synonyms=hole cutting jig, circle cutting jig; DE: Fräszirkel
|type=guidance [[jig]]
|type=[[Handheld Router Jig|handheld router jig]]
|used with=[[Wood Screw|wood screw]], [[Routers#Makita_DRT50|Makita DRT50]]
|used with=[[Wood Screw|wood screw]], [[Routers#Makita_DRT50|Makita DRT50]]
|location=below [[Router Table|router table]]
|location=below [[Router Table|router table]]
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[[Category:Jigs]]
[[Category:Handheld Router Jigs]]
[[Category:Woodworking]]

Latest revision as of 12:11, 11 May 2024

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Circle Router Jig

Circle routing jig in use.jpeg
Synonyms: hole cutting jig, circle cutting jig; DE: Fräszirkel
Type: handheld router jig
Used with: wood screw, Makita DRT50
Location: below router table
Access Requirements: read this page

small circle jigs may be included with some routers, let's check and add them here!

Patrick made a 3D printed circle cutting jig for our Makita DRT50. To use, drive a screw through the small disc so the jig can freely spin around this point and set the desired radius by moving the router along the guide rods. Cutting range is ~200-720 mm ⌀ (depending on the router bit used).

Circle cutting jig

more self-built options: look for "circle routing jig" or "Fräszirkel" online!