What router works with Porter Cable dovetail jig?
The Leigh Vacuum and Router Support works seamlessly with the Porter-Cable 4210, Porter-Cable 4212 and Porter-Cable 4216 dovetail jigs, whether you’re routing through dovetails, half-blind dovetails or box joints.
What size router bit is in the Porter Cable dovetail jig?
Rockler Porter-Cable Dovetail Jig Replacement Router Bit – 13/32″ Dia x 1″ H x 1/2″ Shank.
How do you make a dovetail joint template?
Method one:
- Set the router plane blade to ¼” (5mm)
- Run the router plane down the sides of your dovetail template.
- Run the router plane on the end grain of your dovetail template.
- The sharp edge of the router blade makes a definitive mark.
- Use the vise for safety.
How deep should dovetails be?
For the basic sliding dovetail, that height should be about two-thirds of the width of the case side. If you’re making a shouldered dove- tail, allow for the 3/16″ shoulder depth in your layout.
What angle is a dovetail router bit?
7-14°
Dovetail bits come in an array of cutting angles—usually 7-14°—and heights (see photo, above), on both 1⁄ 2 ” and 1⁄ 4 ” shanks. Generally speaking, the greater the cutting angle, the stronger the joint.
How does Porter Cable 4210 tighten dovetail joints?
The tightness of your dovetail joint is controlled by adjusting the depth of the router bit and the Porter cable 4210’s patented router bit depth gauges allows you to quickly and accurately set the depth without taking measurements.
Which Porter Cable dovetail jig kit should I Choose?
The Porter Cable 4210 12-inch dovetail jig kit is the entry-level dovetail jig in Porter Cable’s excellent 4200 range. It shares the same base as the rest of the range and like all the jigs in the range it has Porter Cable’s patented alignment lines and router bit depth stop which make it incredibly easy to use.
What makes the Porter Cable 4210 different?
The Porter Cable 4210 has patented alignment lines and intuitive router bit depth stop which allow for quick, easy set-up.
Where do I find the model and serial number on 4210/4212?
MODELS 4210 & 4212 IMPORTANT Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully reads and understands these starting operations. The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the main housing of the tool. Record these numbers in the