KREG KMA3200 Shelf Pin Drilling Jig

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Once your DIY shelf pin jig is prepared, align the pegboard with the edge of the cabinet side where you want to drill the holes. To prevent the pegboard from moving while you drill, clamp it securely in place. Make sure the clamps don't obstruct the areas where you plan to drill. Drill the shelf pin holes Nothing makes a DIY project scream "homemade" more than chipped edges around holes. This is a common issue when using melamine or particleboard, but can also occur on cheaper plywood.

Starting with the design, the template comes with a transparent finish, so it’s easier for beginner users to work using this jig. In fact, the size of the template is quite decent as it offers about 11 holes of 1/4 inch diameter. Clamp the jig in place to prevent it from moving. On an assembled cabinet, just butt it up to the inside of the top or bottom. If you're working with flat pieces, align the edge of the jig with the edge of the board on one end. Drill the first holes versatile in use as a dowel template for edge-to-edge, corner butt and T-butt joints or shelf support holes In case you are a professional woodworker and want a high-end shelf pin jig for your workspace, EZ Align offers one of the best high-end jigs in the market for professionals. The Woodhaven 781 Shelf Pin Jig is one of the simplest-looking shelf pin jigs that you will find in the entire market. Since it has an array of 15 holes, you can even use it for drilling holes in larger cabinets and shelves.There are several jigs available on the market, such as the Kreg shelf pin jig. These jigs come with drill guide holes, ensuring that your bit stays straight and the holes are evenly spaced and the correct depth. I usually skip the first three or four holes, but make sure you drill at least one! You'll need this hole for the set pin on the next batch. Drill through the jig's holes using the drill bit until it hits the depth stop collar. Use the set pin to keep the hole spacing consistent

If you’re adding shelf pin holes to an existing piece of furniture or building shelves from scratch, the Shelf Pin Jig is the perfect tool for the job. Unlike other shelf pin guides, the KregShelf Pin Jig features hardened-steel drill guides that ensure precise and straight drilling, so you’ll get level, wobble-free shelves.

Start by marking all board edges with the carpenter's triangle, which will help you to position the dowelling jig on the right edge later. Position the dowel aid in the middle of the board to determine the position of the side stops. Next adjust the stop, select the correct drill bush for the dowel pin and insert it into the drill slide from underneath. Then slide it into the slot in the aluminium bar. Use a depth stop to limit the drilling depth. One of the first things you need to consider when drilling shelf pin holes is selecting the right size drill bit. The size of the drill bit should match the size of your shelf pins to ensure a snug fit. Here are some tips for finding the correct size: This jig is purpose designed for drilling shelf pin holes with guaranteed accuracy when adding shelves to assembled, unassembled, new or existing cabinetry.