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29th May 2008, 11:02 | #1 |
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Any Carpenters, or DIY specialists about?
I am making a few custom boxes to house some clear plastic tubing which will be approx 127mm wide. I have a router and router table that I like to use when cutting out because of the easier and clean lines that can be edged in different detail. Whats the best way to cut out perfect circles? I'm thinking along the lines of a template like I do for other things, but how do I make such pricisely sized circles to start with.
So far I need one 130mm diameter, 140 diameter with a rebate 127mm from the middle. Plus I will need other odd sizes. I could have them done on CNC from a company I've seen, but i'm begging, stealing and borrowing at the moment for projects, so if I can make them myself I will. Any ideas? Many Thanks |
29th May 2008, 11:18 | #2 |
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You should be able to use the guide that came with the router. There is probably a hole in it that you screw to the piece you are working on.
I have never cut anything circular, but it seems straight forward enough.
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One of these:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Silverline-A.../dp/B000LFVYGI or buy a jig or trammel bar for your router - they are often make-specific though. Last edited by Sancho; 29th May 2008 at 12:01.. |
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Many thanks, I have a bar that came with the router, I thought it was a guide for a straight edge! I'll investigate when I get home.
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You could always use a nail and a bit of string.....
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The guide should consist of 2 bars attached to a metal plate. It is multifunctional i.e. to follow straight edges, curved edges etc, depending on what further attachments are used.
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