Trend Router Surfacing Jig for Flattening, Surfacing & Trenching Work, RS/JIG

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To maximise the potential of the router, we offer a range of accessories for the professional user and craftsperson. A router leveling jig will make your work easier. Ensure you take all workplace safety precautions when using a jig. Depending on the specific cut you want to make, you may end up with more than one jig. Owning multiple jigs means you don’t have to improvise or risk making imprecise cuts when working.

It would help if you also considered the jig’s ability to stand up to heavy use. Irrespective of the frequency of use, the jig will be exposed to fast-moving steel each time it is used. Thus, it is crucial to ensure that the jig is made of highly durable material that will not cave in easily. To span the distance between the rails, mount your router on a large auxiliary base. The drawings above show the plans for building the router base. One important detail to take note of is the pair of stops on the underside of the base. By adjusting the position of the stops to limit the travel of the router, you prevent the bit from damaging the rails. Depth of cut can be easily controlled with the router plunge for fine skimming cuts or deeper levelling cuts

Adaptable compact jig for flattening, surfacing and trenching work on wide or irregular shaped material Unfortunately, not a lot of woodworkers realize these mills exist. While similar to a planer or drum sander in their ability to flatten a surface, these jigs differ in that they keep the wood in place and move over the face of the wood.

CONTROLLED CUTTING - Depth of cut can be easily controlled with the router plunge for fine skimming cuts or deeper levelling cuts Adaptable compact jig for flattening, surfacing and trenching work on wide or irregular shaped material. The cradle can be fixed for trenching work, and the 4 rails provide a large area of coverage, especially when paired together to double the potential. Sturdy and accurate, a product that you can rely on to make life easier time and time again. When buying a router leveling jig, chances are you already have a router table available. Thus, one of the first things to consider is the compatibility of the jig with your router table. The jig should slot into the table’s miter slot seamlessly. Ensure that you compare the size of your miter to the jig before buying. A mismatched combination will negatively affect usability. A slab jig which is compatible with most router bases, is best suitable for making table tops. High Pressure Laminate running rails and router cradle for wear-free performance, accuracy and durability

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CONTROLLED CUTTING Depth of cut can be easily controlled with the router plunge for fine skimming cuts or deeper levelling cuts

I also limit the depth of cut to around 1 ⁄ 8 " for smooth, tearout-free cutting. You may need to make several passes to flatten the workpiece. This is easy to do with most [plunge routers](https://www.woodsmith.com/review/plunge-router/) simply by adjusting the turret on the depth stop. GUIDE BUSH CONNECTION Links to the cradle with 30mm guide bush for compatibility with multiple brands and router sizes Your router leveling jig will usually come with a user manual. A user manual is the manufacturer’s instruction that guides users through installation and use. Typical manuals take the form of texts inside booklets or pamphlets. However, some brands take it a step further by offering audiovisual manuals on DVDs. These types of user manuals give a more hands-on explanation. If you want a manual that takes you through every step of the installation process, you should consider jigs that come with DVD manuals. Waste disposal So after a lot of research, some engineering considerations, and budgeting, my final design ended up consisting of the following:Use: This specialized router bit is primarily used for final surfacing, providing a smooth and flat finish on large wood slabs and tabletops. It is ideal for achieving precise and professional results. Linear rails that were 2000mm (or just over 6 feet). These were hard to buy, and I ended up going with this 2000mm set, and they were straight with decent quality. Worth noting, these rails come in various lengths to let you make a small or large jig. When it comes to flattening surfaces with a router sled, there are specific router bits designed for this purpose. These are the two commonly used types: