Domiplate Order Thread

[RonWen]

To order Domiplates please go to SENECAWOODWORKING.COM

  Thanks, Ron

[Fesfan]

 

I decided based on questions that occasionally come up concerning what screws to use, the knob part number, etc. to pull together a little instruction sheet which includes that information.  I hope that it will be helpful & please provide me with any feedback on additions, corrections, other information that might be helpful to other Domino plate users. Thanks.

Just set up the Domniplate and it is a fantastic accessory for the Domino ! It has improved my domino placement dramatically.
Thanks Ron.
After rereading all 7 pages of this thread to get any user tips I get to Ron's post with the supplemental instructions which put all the most useful info into one PDF file -very handy. Thanks again.






(The link for the pdf file is at the bottom of this post)

[John D]

Order Placed.  Thanks for producing these and for making the ordering process so easy!

Thanks!

John

[Wonderwino]

Ron, I ordered the parts from Uncle Bob to finish the plate and they were less than $9.00.  Any chance you could arrange some way to include the knob kit with the plate for the added cost?

[John D]

Ron, the plate arrived today.  Looks great, thanks for the incredibly fast shipping.

Thanks for making this excellent product!!

John

[Bob Marino]

Ron, I ordered the parts from Uncle Bob to finish the plate and they were less than $9.00.  Any chance you could arrange some way to include the knob kit with the plate for the added cost?

Alex, I tried to order a few from Bob Marino & he replied that he doesn't stock them.  Were you referring to a different "Uncle Bob" 

 Hi Ron,

 Nope, that's me. Ok, to be clear, Festool has these "parts" available for sale to anyone who calls in and asks for them. I have ordered a few for some customers and had Festool drop ship those directly to the customers.
 I am considering stocking a small supply of these as a "convenience/service" item though for customers requesting it. However, if just bought by themselves from me, I will do it via check, not credit card.

 Bob

[Jonhilgen]

Ron,

Just used the domiplate yesterday to edge join 1/2 mdf ply.  I needed to make ten foot sheets to act as a substrate for some aluminum laminate.  I don't have the new domino, so the 4mm cutter was out of the question, no problem if one has your jig.

All I can say is even after using this jig so many times, I still come away impressed.  The joint was perfect and required little sanding, what a pleasure.

Jon

[Sparktrician]

I decided based on questions that occasionally come up concerning what screws to use, the knob part number, etc. to pull together a little instruction sheet which includes that information.  I hope that it will be helpful & please provide me with any feedback on additions, corrections, other information that might be helpful to other Domino plate users. Thanks.
(The link for the pdf file is at the bottom of this post)

Ron,
     Suggest that you might add two 8mm washers (available at Home Depot) to the instruction set parts list to be used as spacers for those that don't want to grind 2mm off the knob bolt. 

 

[Pathpounder]

Ron, I'm a little late but I did receive my plate.  have not got to use it yet but have already ordered and received the extra knobs and washers.  I'll try to post when I get to use it.

[Wood_Junkie]

Jon, I'll bet you're so glad you pulled the trigger on a Domino, eh?


Ron, just reiterating the thanks for the brilliance and making of this add-on. 
I only just tonight noticed the .pdf you created, which really nicely lays everything out.  Especially the 1/2 vs 3/4 setup... For some dumb reason I always stop and second guess myself on which way should be "up".

[Jonhilgen]

Jon, I'll bet you're so glad you pulled the trigger on a Domino, eh?


Ron, just reiterating the thanks for the brilliance and making of this add-on. 
I only just tonight noticed the .pdf you created, which really nicely lays everything out.  Especially the 1/2 vs 3/4 setup... For some dumb reason I always stop and second guess myself on which way should be "up".

Robert, I cant believe I even so much as hesitated on buying it.  It has made its money back and then some already.

Jon

[Corwin]

Here's a direct link to Ron's post:

Link to reply #188 above

[Henrik R / Pingvinlakrits]

Ron, plate arrived today in good order, looks solid.

Henrik, Stockholm, Sweden

[haasjetik]

I'll gladly wait one more day, especially since it's a public holiday in remembrance of Martin Luther King (had to look it up though, it's not somethinge we're aware of in The Netherlands.

[CO_JCD]

I decided based on questions that occasionally come up concerning what screws to use, the knob part number, etc. to pull together a little instruction sheet which includes that information.  I hope that it will be helpful & please provide me with any feedback on additions, corrections, other information that might be helpful to other Domino plate users. Thanks.

Ron,

My plate arrived yesterday - looks good thanks.

Re the suggested installation knobs: "Two (2) Festool #469620 Clamping Screws" the existing knobs from the Domino standard attachment for fixing the plate will work fine as you suggest, however, they are longer than absolutely necessary.  If one is planning to get new / additional ones - I believe that there may be a better option.

Namely:  Part No 469502 Clamping screw

These are identical other than having a shorter screw thread  - they are a spare part from the Trim stop LA-DF 500 or Handrail fence RA-DF 500.  They are just the right length for your metal plate which is thinner than the equivalent dimension on the Festool plastic part.

Not a big deal, just saves a few seconds every time you attach / detach the plate.


Hope this helps.

John

[haasjetik]

Domino gadget has arrived in Amsterdam. The knob is on order with local Festool dealer (who was very interested in the plate himself).
Did a little test, local plywood is app 17 mil so the domino is a little off center (app 1 mil max). Nothing to be concerned about, especially since registration and repeatability are a lot more better with the plate.
Am looking forward to the next project with the plate.

[magellan]

Please do post when you're ready for more orders Ron.  I'm up for one myself.  I already ordered the parts so they should be here this week. 


thanks

[CJ'60]

+1

Thank you,
Karel

[skooter]

+1, Thanks, Ben

[Wood_Junkie]

RonWen, I wonder if you'd be willing to disclose how many of these people have purchased?   I'm interest primarily in knowing how common these are becoming as far as broad Domino usage.

I think this plate is terrific.  I used again this weekend, making 24 mortises for a pair of garage cabinets.  It's so easy to align and use, and all sides came together with perfect precision and flush edges.   

[rxe]

Well mine arrived in the UK on Friday.   Knobs are on order from Festool.....

Nice bit of kit, can wait to get stuck in with it.

[BMH]

Got my plate two and half days after ordering. I not sure what to be the most amaze by, the USPS being able to deliver a package in 2 days or the simplistic beauty of the plate. It make working with 3/4 and 1/2 inch material a breeze and add a lot of stability to the domino. I suspect Festool engineers had a meeting to find out who drop the ball on this for not thinking about it themselves. Imagine what they could charge by just adding a festool label to the plate

Bruce

[fshanno]

I suspect Festool engineers had a meeting to find out who drop the ball on this for not thinking about it themselves.

A meeting?  Not a chance.  This is an embarrassment.  The fact that we are doing this at all indicates that the stock fence has problems. 

People are paying extra money for an add on because they aren't getting the results they need with what came in the box.  I wouldn't have given this thread a second glance if I had been content with the way my fence was performing.  Nothing was broken, nothing was worn, it just didn't work quite as well as I would like.  So I noticed polarsea1's original post.  Brilliant.  I carried it a little further with the idea of the longer plate and the upside down concept.  Others contributed and Ron started fabricating them.  It's almost a cottage industry now.  But it all stems from the fact that we weren't getting quite what we needed from the Domino fence. 

No, this is a tricky thing for our pals at Festool.  What are they going to say?  "Yea, the fence has some shortcomings.  It's not as accurate as we'd like.  But here's a cool fix our customers came up with."  I don't know how you fit something like that into your marketing strategy. 

Notice also that this tread is 8 pages long and has hovered at the top of the Jigs and Tool Enhancements section for months.  During the course of the thread questions have arisen about Festool part numbers for knobs and such.  Stuff that could easily have been answered by a rep.  Yet there's not a single post in here with a green name on it.  And I can't say that I fault them, I'd stay away from it too if I were them.  "Fence problems?  What fence?  I don't see any fence."  Oh well, such is life in the manufacturer sponsored internet forum game.

[Ken Nagrod]

darn Shanno, goin' for the jugular!  What's got you so worked up tonight?  I think it's great that some guys like those on this forum come up with better ideas, improvements to tools and accessories.  Nobody said that Festool R&D was perfect.  Maybe it's in their best interest, whether for P.R. or legal reasons not to have any connection to Ron's item or Rick C's by commenting in an official capacity.  Off of here they might have gotten personal notes of appreciation, but it's not meant for anyone's eyes.  Just my opinion, but I wouldn't expect anything like what you're hoping for.  I hope that doesn't stop others from being creative with Festools.

[Julian Tracy]

I found this thread a month or so ago and figured I'd see if any changes or improvements to the idea had been made.  Funny thing is, I found the original post AFTER Ron had started working up his final product and I had actually created something like that made out of plywood for the exact same purpose with no prior knowledge of the going's on here.

Kindof like the invention of the photographic process - happened in two separate countries at very close to the same time.

Good job Ron!  (And kudos to the originator of the idea - great minds think alike.

Julian

[Brice Burrell]

Julian, I'm not sure I see it the same way as you.  I don't own one of these gadgets because my Domino fence works perfectly fine.  I'm sure there are plenty of other Domino owners that feel the same as I do.  I'm not trying to devalue your opinion, I'm just saying yours isn't the only view on this matter.

[fshanno]

Julian, I'm not sure I see it the same way as you.  I don't own one of these gadgets because my Domino fence works perfectly fine.  I'm sure there are plenty of other Domino owners that feel the same as I do.  I'm not trying to devalue your opinion, I'm just saying yours isn't the only view on this matter.

My fence works perfectly fine too.  But when I use the plate I get better results.  Give it a try and see if it isn't at least a little bit better.

[RL]

Julian, I'm not sure I see it the same way as you.  I don't own one of these gadgets because my Domino fence works perfectly fine.  I'm sure there are plenty of other Domino owners that feel the same as I do.  I'm not trying to devalue your opinion, I'm just saying yours isn't the only view on this matter.

My fence works perfectly fine too.  But when I use the plate I get better results.  Give it a try and see if it isn't at least a little bit better.

I second you.

The domino is a fantastic tool, but the plate is a great jig that amplifies its usefulness when working with plywood. You can see how many happy users there are of it on the FOG. Every woodworker knows that jigs are an essential part of the trade. I have several that have only one purpose. This is one more.

[fshanno]

darn Shanno, goin' for the jugular! 

Yea, I'm yanking their chain a bit.  I think my $1000 sort of earned me the right though.  Besides, it's just bluster, they have me hooked and they know it. 

[Ken Nagrod]

Well, I don't have any of the jigs yet.  I would be interested to see first hand the differences.  I haven't come up with a jig for the Domino, but I did come up with another use for it that I haven't seen mentioned.

If you remove the bit and shove an unsharpened pencil in their with the eraser end sticking out, turn it on and it makes quick work removing pencil marks. 

[jonny round boy]

Well, I don't have any of the jigs yet.  I would be interested to see first hand the differences.  I haven't come up with a jig for the Domino, but I did come up with another use for it that I haven't seen mentioned.

If you remove the bit and shove an unsharpened pencil in their with the eraser end sticking out, turn it on and it makes quick work removing pencil marks. 

Ken,

I think you need to post a video demonstrating this 'advanced technique'!

 

[bobbobbob]

Ronwen,
 finally was able to put the unit to test yesterday.  Very handy in quickly joining 1/2" baltic birch.  I haven't worked with the 3/4" stock yet, but I'm sure results will be similar.  This makes the work quick and no need to add spacers to fence, just screw it in and go!  Big kudos from me! 

Now what's this other Domino gadget you're workin' on....

[magellan]

Ron,

 Money sent yesterday.....

Thank you
Ben

[Artic01]

Ron,

Payment sent a few moments ago via Paypal according to your PM.

John

[Mike Goetzke]

Julian, I'm not sure I see it the same way as you.  I don't own one of these gadgets because my Domino fence works perfectly fine.  I'm sure there are plenty of other Domino owners that feel the same as I do.  I'm not trying to devalue your opinion, I'm just saying yours isn't the only view on this matter.

My fence works perfectly fine too.  But when I use the plate I get better results.  Give it a try and see if it isn't at least a little bit better.

I second you.

The domino is a fantastic tool, but the plate is a great jig that amplifies its usefulness when working with plywood. You can see how many happy users there are of it on the FOG. Every woodworker knows that jigs are an essential part of the trade. I have several that have only one purpose. This is one more.

My Domino originally had the creeping fence disease - ruined several pieces of nice hardwood (moved a few thousands on every cut). Sent it for service and it seems to hold but always wondering in the back of my mind if the fence is holding tight. Then I saw the domiplate and couldn't resist this tool. I use the Domino more often with 100% confidence. I can concentrate on the plunge and not watch for a slipping fence. Maybe this has been discussed before but why are the vertical fence height stops place on the unloaded side of the sliding fence? If the stops were on top there would be no need for this aux. plate.


Mike

[Randy McCoy]

Ron,

Payment sent a few moments ago via Paypal according to your PM.

Randy

[magellan]

Thanks Ron,

Received it today.  Haven't used it yet but it's here.  nice fit

Ron, by the way are located off of Rt 322 near Seneca Hardwoods?  I just put two and two together when I got your package and looked at the address?  not too far away.  I'm in your area pretty often, Foxburg and Seneca Hardwoods and so on. 

small world.....

Ben

[BlueShaveMan]

Hi Ron,

Payment sent through paypal a few minutes ago.

Thanks

[magellan]

Thanks Ron,

Received it today.  Haven't used it yet but it's here.  nice fit

Ron, by the way are located off of Rt 322 near Seneca Hardwoods?  I just put two and two together when I got your package and looked at the address?  not too far away.  I'm in your area pretty often, Foxburg and Seneca Hardwoods and so on. 

small world.....

Ben

Yep, It's a very small world.  I've been to Seneca Hardwoods many, many times, the owner was a high school classmate.  Have you been to their new place just off of I-80 near Emlenton?  It's worth the trip just to see the building inside (lots of old barn beams, etc.)  They have a large number of craftsmen's furniture on display there.

Another classmate set-up the Foxburg winery and developed all of the wines -- He has promised to get me into (good) wine making this summer.

Please let me know how you like your Domino plate.
Ron

Hi Ron,

NO kidding,  I'l have to take a ride up to see the new digs in Emlenton.  Now that's different than than the guys in town that sale lumber right.  What's the company's name?   I"ve been in there before also with the inlays in the floor and  the fireplace construction that is beautiful....   Where about is the new place?   Really like the Foxburg Inn and the new hotel there.  Sometimes the wife and I ride up on the BMW for a Sunday brunch......  That's just a nice area!    right alone the Allegheny right on the water....I was sitting at brunch one day looking out onto the water and a nice little yellow sea plane landed on the water,  taxied over to the hotel and he and his wife got out with there luggage and went inside.  Very cool.......Next time I'm in your area I'll drop you a line.  Possibly we can hook up....I'll let  you know about the plate.  I"m in the middle of some large glue ups and the shop is a mess ..

take care
Ben

[skooter]

I received my Domino gadget (base plate?) a few days ago and have been making domino dust with it ever since.  I works exactly as described and makes the Domino joiner even better.  Thanks Ron,

Ben   

[Randy McCoy]

Hi Ron,
The Domino plate came in, Looks very nice and light weight !  Thanks
Randy

[CJ'60]

Hi Ron,

My Dominoplate came in today. 6 days from you to Holland, not bad at all!
First some test joints, and the the upcoming project of a toy for my grandson.
Best, CJ'60

[CJ'60]

CJ, I must be sending enough of these all over the world that the Customs folks (getting to know me  ) are passing them right through... 

I would love to see a picture of your grandson's new toy.

Ron

Yeah, the plate gets through customs easier than I do when visiting the US. Maybe because it's outbound 

The toy will be (I hope) the first project that will pass my perfectionism/shame treshold and will get shared as WIP.
His birthday is March 18, by then I should be finished 

Best, CJ

[kdzito]

Ron, thank you.  I received mine last week and used it last night for about 32 or so mortises and it works beautifully. 

Kurt

[CJ'60]

CJ, I must be sending enough of these all over the world that the Customs folks (getting to know me  ) are passing them right through... 

I would love to see a picture of your grandson's new toy.

Ron

Hello Ron, sorry I forgot to keep you posted in this thread.

This link shows the building process and the end result.

Karel

[Sal LiVecchi]

Order Placed

[Frank Stacho]

My Dominoplate came in today. Works perfect! Thank you very much! Frank

[Wood_Junkie]

Just a random follow-up.  I love this accessory.  Using the Domino is just *that* much easier.  Perfect face and exterior alignments.  Fabulous in its simplicity.

[Sal LiVecchi]

Ron   Got mine and have been using it often, It is an awesome addition to a great tool. Makes thing so easy now
Thanks

Sal

[zapdafish]

I just placed an order for mine,

details on how to order are on page 7, post 188   

[James Watriss]

I don't know how many more testimonials this thing needs.

But here's one more.

After my first test piece this morning, without even using a knob on the plate, I'm in awe. It's everything I'd hoped. This thing would have saved me a day or two of futzing, adjusting, and sanding down edges on my last job.

[James Watriss]

Well, what can I say... Refinements like this make my day. So, thanks.

[zapdafish]

Got mine a few days ago,  thanks

[Tim2178]

Hi Ron,

I am going to order one of these as soon as I buy a Domino.(hopefully sooner rather than later)  I am a graphic designer for my day job.  I would love to do a logo for your "Domiplate?" free of charge if you don't already have one.   I designed a logo for my "Boom-Boom" that I made last week.  I have posted it in the Festool jig & tool enhancement section under the name "I made a Boom Boom"


I used the Festool font.  Unfortunately there is not a font out there that is close so I re-created it.

I am also the person who made the imperial ruler for the TS55.  I can laser cut you a foil logo to mount on your plate just for giggles . Also on the house.

I love to see that there are still people out there willing to lend a helping hand!

Hope I can help, -Tim

[Tim2178]

Hi Ron,

I am going to order one of these as soon as I buy a Domino.(hopefully sooner rather than later)  I am a graphic designer for my day job.  I would love to do a logo for your "Domiplate?" free of charge if you don't already have one.   I designed a logo for my "Boom-Boom" that I made last week.  I have posted it in the Festool jig & tool enhancement section under the name "I made a Boom Boom"

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I used the Festool font.  Unfortunately there is not a font out there that is close so I re-created it.

I am also the person who made the imperial ruler for the TS55.  I can laser cut you a foil logo to mount on your plate just for giggles . Also on the house.

I love to see that there are still people out there willing to lend a helping hand!

Hope I can help, -Tim

That sounds interesting.  I do them on a CNC mill so I could mill a logo into the face with no extra setups.  I really hesitate to use "Domiplate" as many people call it -- it seems possibly too close to a trademark or copyright of Festool and I don't want to upset my favorite tool manufacturer.  Perhaps a contest to come up with a name for it???

CNC! That sounds even better!  I can e-mail you the vector form or I can even convert it to autocad.  The name competition sounds fun, but I like the name you already have for it.  I personally don't think it is to close to the name Domino.  I thought you named it after a pizza company .  Seriously though I can't imagine Festool making much stink about it.

[jonny round boy]

I used the Festool font.  Unfortunately there is not a font out there that is close so I re-created it.

Tim,

There is a font out there which is very close - Eurostile Bold Extended #2.

 

[Tim2178]

I used the Festool font.  Unfortunately there is not a font out there that is close so I re-created it.

Tim,

There is a font out there which is very close - Eurostile Bold Extended #2.

 

Jonny,

I read that linked post.  That was the exact problem I had with a font that I found.  Festool's corners are slightly rounded.  Kinda like running a router in a sign template.  I am just really anal about trying to get stuff perfect.  Nobody outside my wife and kids will ever see my boom boom logo in person.  I've got issues.   Anyway, thanks for the comment!

-Tim

P.S. I think "DomPlate" would be a good name too! Think...Template

[Brice Burrell]

Might be time to move this thread in part or whole to the "sales and dealer" section.

[Ivan T]

I also want to say that the Domino Gadget is a very simple and handy accessory. It is well worth the money. I have been working on an entertainment center and have used the Gadget for many Domino's. I choose to use 2 cap head screws, I can tighten with an allen wrench, to attach the gadget to the Domino, as I have a hard time gripping the small Festool Knobs that I purchased. Thank You Ron for the Gadget and I am looking forward to seeing what your next Gadget is going to be.
Ivan

[Corwin]

Hey, I see you have changed the name of your product from the Domiplate to the Domplate.     

I must have missed the contest for the new name.   

[Peter Halle]

Hey, I see you have changed the name of your product from the Domiplate to the Domplate.     

I must have missed the contest for the new name.   

Corwin,  ??

Just kidding.  It has been corrected.

P

[Tim2178]

Aw Man!

I thought it got changed it to my suggestion .  I was all excited. HaHa.  Let the competition begin!

-Tim

[Corwin]

Well, when it comes to a vote, the i's will have it...  




To explain, while moving the thread, it was renamed "Domplate Order Thread" -- so, I couldn't resist...    

PS  Tim, I thought that your suggestion was the DummyPlate?   

[Tim2178]

Well, when it comes to a vote, the i's will have it...  




To explain, while moving the thread, it was renamed "Domplate Order Thread" -- so, I couldn't resist...    

PS  Tim, I thought that your suggestion was the DummyPlate?   

No No No thats what my wife calls me so there is NO way I would suggest that!

[Peter Halle]

Hey, I see you have changed the name of your product from the Domiplate to the Domplate.     

I must have missed the contest for the new name.   

The official contest hasn't started yet.  Peter just wanted to enter early... 

Now that you have announced an intent for a new contest, where are you going to to pst the details.  Foggers are interested.

ROCK ON RON!   

Peter

[Tim2178]

Im stickin with DomPlate. I love a competition.  I can still design the logo of the winning name for you to machine into the plate if you'd like.  I'll do it free of charge.

-Tim

[tms0425]

Just sent my payment.  Thanks! Tom

[tms0425]

TMS0425 -- I've got you covered. 

Thanks Ron!

[zapdafish]

New domino owner here. Plate and domino came in about the same time but I was late in ordering the extra hardware from Festool so started experimenting without it making test joins and boxes. The domino rocks, aligns all my joints beautifully. 

The domiplate is an awesome accessory. Those slots where the domino has to go vertical gave me some trouble and I could never really tell if everything was truly square. Once I slapped on the domiplate, it never came off  . It really sped up the process as I didn't have to keep checking, double/triple checking to see if everything were flush before plunging.. I highly recommend this when he gets them back in stock.

[Michael Kellough]

I bought a Domiplate from Ron because I didn't trust my fence.
Too often the mortise was not parallel to the work surface and using
the Domiplate the potential error in the fence is by-passed.

Turned out even with the Domiplate the mortise was still not parallel
to the work surface so there is probably a problem with my machine.

Fortunately, since the Domiplate offers a nice flat surface for mounting
to the flat bottom of the machine I could shim between the Domiplate
and the machine and get perfectly parallel mortises after all.

Highly recommended!

[Michael Kellough]

Ron, I used plastic shim stock of .004" thickness which is held down with
3M clear packing tape so the total thickness is probably .005+.

I put a 12" rule on top of an installed domino and when the rule looked parallel
to the work shimming was done. I use color coded plastic shim stock from McMaster-Carr, item 9513K42.

[Michael Kellough]

April 18, 2011 -- I am restocked with a good supply so if you are interested please follow the ordering instructions at the beginning of this thread.  Thanks, Ron

Just a friendly bump boost.

[RonWen]

Here are some pictures of the Domino/LR32 bracket.  The cross strap sets angles of 0, 15, 22.5, 30, 45, 60, 67.5, 75, 90 degrees.  I should have them available for ordering next week.

[Peter Halle]

That Rocks!

Pricing?

Peter

[Brice Burrell]

How do you know where you mortise is going to be located?  Are there known and repeatable offset distances for positioning/index the rig for each angle?   

[Corwin]

WOW!  What an interesting and unexpected design, Ron.  Well done!  I am particularly glad to see that the Domino is in direct contact with the material being machined.  Sweet!    

[VictorL]

Will it have the same center as pin hole? It's crucial for using with 32 mm grid doors.

Thank you,
VictorL

[VictorL]

Will it have the same center as pin hole? It's crucial for using with 32 mm grid doors.

Thank you,
VictorL

Tell me more about that.  What you want is to be able to put in a series of round pin holes then go back through with the Domino & add a shallower mortise (centered on the hole)?  What does that get used for?

Yes.  That's for Euro style cabinets. Let say tall cabinet has two or more doors (one over another one). I need to place shelf in place where doors meet together.  With present design I have to reposition rail too. It would be helpful to place domino mortise exactly over 5mm shelf pin hole.

Thank you,
VictorL

[Brice Burrell]

Will it have the same center as pin hole? It's crucial for using with 32 mm grid doors.

Thank you,
VictorL

That's what I would have liked to see.  That way you could have used the stops on the end stops to index the rail.  I'm not use what you mean by "32 mm grid doors".

[VictorL]

Will it have the same center as pin hole? It's crucial for using with 32 mm grid doors.

Thank you,
VictorL

That's what I would have liked to see.  That way you could have used the stops on the end stops to index the rail.  I'm not use what you mean by "32 mm grid doors".

I mean door height should be H = 32mm * T

[Alan m]

im not 100 % sold on this yet. a few details to conferm yet.

i would like to see a video showing it moving , setting up and cutting etc.
how ridged is it .
i would be more than willing to do a review if i got one sent over
if the price is right i will  probable buy one

[Alan m]

im not sure i follow what people want . are they needing to drill a series of holes and then follow along with a few domino slots cut on the same centers as the holes.

i can see a benifit to this in that if you were doing a wardrobe (with 32 mm system ) and wanted to cut
slots for the bottom
a series of holes for adjustable shelfs
another row of slots for a fixed shelf
more holes
top slots.

[GPowers]

im not sure i follow what people want . are they needing to drill a series of holes and then follow along with a few domino slots cut on the same centers as the holes.

I'am with you Alan, a picture would help

I see the new Domino lr32 jig being used to insert Domino tenets as shelf pins?

[CutsTwice]

This looks very interesting. Any idea when prices and maybe a video will be available? Cheers

[Peter Halle]

As far as prices, you can go to the very first post in this thread, or:



Note, the links in this image won't work, go to the first post in this thread 

As far as a video, that is a wait and see.

Peter

[CutsTwice]

Oh, sorry, I was asking for the guide rail jig just above.

[JimRay]

Wow! I'm late to the thread, and may have missed a comment along these lines, but the first thing I thought of when I saw the angle- adjustable design using the LR32 was the idea of using it for making louvered shutters. Don't know whether this is possible, but it is certainly moving in that direction. Has pricing been set for this new accessory yet?

Jim Ray

[Brian Buckley]

Jim,
   I was also thinking the jig would be super for louvered shutters. You would have to have the rail the same height as your rail's and stiles.

[pugilato]

I hate to sound ignorant, but I dont understand what the dominoplate does... I searched and there's some photos of the device and not much more other than enhancements to the design.

[dazzer]

bring on the video please.

[kpeluso]

Ron,

Still have stock on hand?

Ken

[kpeluso]

Payment incoming!

Ron,

Still have stock on hand?

Ken

I surely do.

[venk67]

Ron,

Sent you PM, thanks for accomodating my request, looking forward to getting one.

No rush.

Video showing its use would be great, is it already done?

Cheers

Venk

[RonWen]

I was going through my blog reading & was reminded of these kind words by James Watriss:

http://jameswatriss.blogspot.com/2011/04/ron-wenner-made-my-day-today.html

http://jameswatriss.blogspot.com/2011/05/evolving-techniques-with-domino.html

[PaulMarcel]

Here's a video review I did of the Domiplate.  Goes through what you get, what you need to add (some screws and bolts you likely already have), and a demo of it in use.

Link to the blog entry of the review.

Review of the Domiplate Festool Domino Accessory

[FulThrotl]

That Rocks!

Pricing?

Peter

crap.
another thing i didn't know existed that i can't live without.

[FulThrotl]

A GREAT job Paul!  I've had many requests for a video showing the setup & use of the Domiplate and nobody could have done a finer job than you.  Thanks very much.  (You oughta be in movies...  )

ok... i understand this is $50 paypalled to you.....
and a way's back you said you could send thumbscrews and gripping knob as well....

how much for the plate, screws, and knob all together?

will paypal when i get the number... thanks...

[Alan m]

if you poped the 2 halfs of the  clamping eliments knob apart they would fit. i think

when i got the domiplate i didnt have the clamping eliments but fould a knob lying around  that fit.

you could supply the bolt and let people make their own handle

[FulThrotl]

I'll need to do some checking to see what I can provide those for.  It hasn't come up very often because most folks already have the knob & screws.  One of the problems with me sending them is that the knob won't (safely) fit into the small priority mailing box -- if I recall correctly going up to the needed size just about doubles the postage cost but again I'll check that for sure and post an answer here.
Regards, Ron
[/quote]

it's more trouble than it's worth... don't bother...
i'll just paypal you the $50 for the plate...

thanks for the reply....


randy

[James Watriss]

Poped?

You mean... Like dressing up like Liberace's stunt double, putting on a pointy hat, muttering in a dead language, and swinging a smoking brazier? That will magick the knob into the box?

I need footage on YouTube. This has to be seen.

[rickets]

Payment sent.  Thanks.

[Garry]

IF YOU DON'T HAVE THIS AND YOU DO HAVE A DOMINO, SHAME ON YOU.  I KNOW MY CAPS LOCK IS ENGAGED, BUT I CAN NOT STRESS THIS HIGHLY ENOUGH!  RUN, DO NOT WALK, TO YOUR PAYPAL ACCOUNT AND SEND RON YOUR MONEY.

I got mine today (actually probably earlier in the week, but my wife just checked our mail today).  I made two test cuts, then proceeded to make 48 mortises in some fairly large file drawers.  I used 5mm dominoes in 1/2" Baltic birch ply and they come out dead nuts PERFECT.  I'm not sure its been said before, but I like having the Domino inverted, as it moves the dust chute to the opposite side, which enables me to grip the barrel of the machine rather than the tail (I have really large hands, so this has been an issue for me).

THANK YOU RON!  I look forward to years of use from this great, simple addition!

[Brice Burrell]

IF YOU DON'T HAVE THIS AND YOU DO HAVE A DOMINO, SHAME ON YOU.  I KNOW MY CAPS LOCK IS ENGAGED, BUT I CAN NOT STRESS THIS HIGHLY ENOUGH!  RUN, DO NOT WALK, TO YOUR PAYPAL ACCOUNT AND SEND RON YOUR MONEY.

I got mine today (actually probably earlier in the week, but my wife just checked our mail today).  I made two test cuts, then proceeded to make 48 mortises in some fairly large file drawers.  I used 5mm dominoes in 1/2" Baltic birch ply and they come out dead nuts PERFECT.  I'm not sure its been said before, but I like having the Domino inverted, as it moves the dust chute to the opposite side, which enables me to grip the barrel of the machine rather than the tail (I have really large hands, so this has been an issue for me).

THANK YOU RON!  I look forward to years of use from this great, simple addition!

Okay, you sold me on it.  Ron, you got any on hand?

[Garry]

No high pressure sales, just unsolicited honesty!

Hope Brice likes it.

[Garry]

Another tip that may have already been discussed is when using the machine vertically, extend the height of the fence all the way up, adding to the stability and giving more room for your supporting hand.

Great gadget!

[Peter Halle]

I have placed this accessory on my Santa list.   

Peter

[Dan Clark]

Ron,

I just ordered the Domiplate, knob, screws, etc.    I'm looking forward to this.

Thanks,

Dan.

[Dan Clark]

Ooh...  Great product AND service!   

Thanks,

Dan.

[vkumar]

I ordered the domiplate and accessories at 10:38 and received confirmation of shipping with tracking number at 11:15 .  Lightning fast or what.

Thanks Ron

Vijay

[rickets]

really does simplify using the domino

[Tim2178]

Just sent the money!!! Can't wait to use it!

[Peter Halle]

Santa delivered a Domiplate for Christmas.  Thank you to Ron, and especially to Ron for being Spousal Unit Friendly!  

I got a chance to play with it today and:

Question:  "Peter, You tend to be long winded, but can you summarize your thoughts on this accessory?"
    Peter:  Yes I can.  SWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEET!!!!

Question:  "Anything else you would like to add to that?"
    Peter:  If you have a Domino - BUY IT!

Peter

[GPowers]

NOTE -- I am very low on DomiPlates ( Christmas RUSH!) so please drop me an e-mail that I can acknowledge before placing an order.  I need to get busy &  build up a supply.   I am driven to always get orders into the mail shortly after I receive them.

You mean you do not take off Christmas week like the rest of the world?

[builderbob]

I can attest to Ron not taking a break!  I ordered my plate on the 23rd iirc and received it today!  Got it mounted, can't wait to use it!!!

Thanks Ron!

Bob

[mikeomalley]

Received plate today only ordered Dec 21 all the way to Ireland. Quality product. Thanks Ron.

Mike

[RonWen]

I'm glad to hear things are moving well again through customs.  

To order Domiplates please go to SENECAWOODWORKING.COM

We now have filled back-orders and have a small stock with a much larger stock on the way.  Thanks, Ron

[mgoehner]

I ordered the domiplate on Dec 26th and received it in Canada on Jan 6th.  Excellent service, excellent product. Thanks

[PaulMarcel]

I read that with my red/green 3-D cardboard glasses that came with a Grand Funk album, uh, years ago and it was cool how I could make it jump around by shifting my eyes.

[RyWen]

Hey everyone! I just wanted to do a quick post and introduce myself to the forum.   I'm Ryan Wenner;  Ron's son.  First of all, I just want to apologize to anyone who's been anxiously waiting to order a Domiplate:  we've made a few IMPROVEMENTS!  But unfortunately this batch has been delayed at one of our vendors (hint: anodizing!).    I've been helping dad out with some of the other 'business' details too.  Next week we should be launching a new website to take orders for the Domiplate. Also, we are working on several new tools that should be available in the coming weeks.  I'll post more details soon here in this thread.  In the meantime, I just wanted to say hi and that it's great to be part of this great community!

-Ryan

[Peter Halle]

Ryan,

Welcome to the FOG.  I hope that you are a chip off of the OLD block  because there are many here who really appreciate that block.

Peter

[builderbob]

Welcome Ryan!  I look forward to the launch of your new site & am also interested to see what else you all have up your sleeves!!!  Talk to you soon!

Bob

[Ken Nagrod]

  Ryan!

[RyWen]

Ryan,

Welcome to the FOG.  I hope that you are a chip off of the OLD block  because there are many here who really appreciate that block.

Peter

haha... very PUNNY!  I appreciate the woodworking humor         

[RyWen]

Just an update:  I have a sample Domiplate in my hands - the rest are being laser engraved as we speak and will be available for purchase VERY soon from our website at www.senecawoodworking.com .  The Site isn't live yet - but there is a link to our Facebook page where we have a few more Domiplate photos. Also there is a box that will allow you to sign up for our email list if you want to be notified when the store launches or subscribe to future updates.   

The new Domiplates are black hard coat anodized and laser engraved on both sides to indicate which size the plate is configured for.

[Sal LiVecchi]

Ry   I really like the new version so even though I have one of the originals, Put me down for the anodized version, its awesome

Sal

[Wood_Junkie]

Just an update:  I have a sample Domiplate in my hands - the rest are being laser engraved as we speak and will be available for purchase VERY soon from our website at www.senecawoodworking.com .  The Site isn't live yet - but there is a link to our Facebook page where we have a few more Domiplate photos. Also there is a box that will allow you to sign up for our email list if you want to be notified when the store launches or subscribe to future updates.   

The new Domiplates are black hard coat anodized and laser engraved on both sides to indicate which size the plate is configured for.


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Those are very nice!   I may have to get one, as my mind is starting to show some age, and I continue to get the orientation backwards.  Nice update and improvement.

[Alan m]

great job. love the new look. one problem with the old one was knowing whitch way was right. makes me want to buy another. if i ever get a domino xl il get one for that

[Brice Burrell]

....To order Domiplates please go to SENECAWOODWORKING.COM

We now have filled back-orders and have a small stock with a much larger stock on the way.  Thanks, Ron

Here's a link so you can get there, www.senecawoodworking.com

[Sal LiVecchi]

Ryan / Ron order placed thru Senaca

Thanks
Sal

[jacko9]

Ron, I appear to be late to the game of the Domiplate, is there a link with a description?

[PaulMarcel]

Jack, back on the previous page of posts, I posted a video review of it so you get an idea what it does (it is the old skool version that isn't anodized).  Here's a link to it to save you from digging: Review of Domiplate Accessory for the Domino

[erock]

Thanks for the review Paul.


The new model looks good.  So good I just ordered one.  I could have used this yesterday and today.  But I have a lot of projects in the near future that will
put the Domiplate to use, for a long time.


Eric

[richard.selwyn]

Just ordered one - hope it makes its way to France soon. I just wrecked a piece of beech this week because the darn plate slipped and I didn't notice. First time its happened. I think Festool need Ron in their R&D department!
Richard.

[Burchie]

The www.senecawoodworking.com store is live and I just ordered my Domiplate.  (I looks to me like Woodpecker fabricates it for Ron.)

[RonWen]

Just ordered one - hope it makes its way to France soon. I just wrecked a piece of beech this week because the darn plate slipped and I didn't notice. First time its happened. I think Festool need Ron in their R&D department!
Richard.

Least we forget the Domiplate (as with many other tools on here) evolved from the great ideas & input of FOGGER's'   

[barnowl]

Ryan was nice enough to send me a reply to my e-mail about availability.

I just order placed thru Senaca, number 1018.

Thanks gents.

Looking forward to receiving the plate and hardware.

Steve

[lambeater]

Thx Ron, Just ordered me a plate and knobs, does it ship by the postal service?
lambeater

[RyWen]

Thx Ron, Just ordered me a plate and knobs, does it ship by the postal service?
lambeater

yes, right now we're using the postal service as our shipping carrier but I'm investigating an account with UPS if we can work out terms that won't increase shipping prices.

[Zacharytanner]

Just ordered. Thanks Ron and Ryan

Frank

[Roger Savatteri]

Ron & Ryan,

Just ordered one (order # 1021) after just discovering this thread for the first time this morning.
Great concept!

I heard the credit card clock ticking as my finger was about to hit the play button on Paul Marcel's video.

ps. sent you a pm regarding the shipping label.

.

[RyWen]

The www.senecawoodworking.com store is live and I just ordered my Domiplate.  (I looks to me like Woodpecker fabricates it for Ron.)

Thanks for the compliment!  While we don't have our products fabricated by Woodpeckers, those guys do a great job and that's the level of quality we're striving for.

Just an update for everyone:  Unfortunately we're out of the hardware kit parts - but more should be in stock hopefully this week.  In the meantime if anyone needs hardware, screw dimensions are posted on the senecawoodworking.com site and also in the pdf attached at the beginning of this thread.   

Things are selling faster than I anticipated and the plates will probably be out of stock within a few days...but we have another bigger batch in production.  I just want to thank everyone for all the support and for your patience while we go through the learning curve of operating an online store and maintaining inventory.

[jtwood]

I just ordered one.  Looking forward to getting it as I am planning a sanding center for my shop and it should be a big help.

Steve

[bwiele]

The www.senecawoodworking.com store is live and I just ordered my Domiplate.  (I looks to me like Woodpecker fabricates it for Ron.)

Thanks for the compliment!  While we don't have our products fabricated by Woodpeckers, those guys do a great job and that's the level of quality we're striving for.

Just an update for everyone:  Unfortunately we're out of the hardware kit parts - but more should be in stock hopefully this week.  In the meantime if anyone needs hardware, screw dimensions are posted on the senecawoodworking.com site and also in the pdf attached at the beginning of this thread.   

Things are selling faster than I anticipated and the plates will probably be out of stock within a few days...but we have another bigger batch in production.  I just want to thank everyone for all the support and for your patience while we go through the learning curve of operating an online store and maintaining inventory.

Hi Ron,

I placed an order including the Hardware Kit on the 17th.  Will you ship out just the plate separately from the Hardware Kit?  I don't want to miss out on this round of DomiPlates as I've been eagerly awaiting them to become available!  I would be happy to just get the plate and cancel the Hardware Kit and make due with parts that I already have.  Please let us know how you're handling things.

Many thanks - looks like you've got a high class problem on your hands!

[RyWen]

Hi Ron,

I placed an order including the Hardware Kit on the 17th.  Will you ship out just the plate separately from the Hardware Kit?  I don't want to miss out on this round of DomiPlates as I've been eagerly awaiting them to become available!  I would be happy to just get the plate and cancel the Hardware Kit and make due with parts that I already have.  Please let us know how you're handling things.

Many thanks - looks like you've got a high class problem on your hands!

hey Brian,

I didn't mean to cause confusion:  at this point anyone who has placed an order for the hardware kit (including you -  order #1010) will receive it.  The site tracks inventory of the things we sell and consequently won't let anyone order something we don't have in stock   Domiplates are still available and if we do sell out, the same thing will happen; the website won't allow anyone to place an order until they are back in stock.

Everyone who ordered late Friday and over the weekend will get shipped on Tuesday (since Monday is a postal holiday). 

thanks for your order...and I hope you enjoy the plate once you get it!

[RyWen]

just an update: hardware kits should be back in stock by Thursday/Friday this week.

[bwiele]

Hey Ron,

I got my shipping confirm today so I assumed this was the case, but thanks for the clarification.  Keep up the good work.  I can't wait to get the new Domino Accessory.  Thank you to you and to the others on the board that work so well together to make this system even better than it is on it's own.  Good 'ole American ingenuity!

Warmest regards,

Brian

[wood pulp]

This will be my first purchase, err, second after my Domino!!

[Zacharytanner]

Just got my Domiplate and hardware kit...GREAT PIECE and SUPER FAST shipping


THANKS
GUYS

Frank

[Sal LiVecchi]

Ryan / Ron   Got the new one I not sure I want to use it as it is sweet. May stay with the original one...The new anodized is great, might just have it to look at 

Thanks 

Sal

[RonWen]

Ryan / Ron   Got the new one I not sure I want to use it as it is sweet. May stay with the original one...The new anodized is great, might just have it to look at 

Thanks 

Sal

Thanks Sal but no worry, that is hard anodized so it will continue looking good even with heavy use.

[andvari]

Ah mine arrived today too. Just in time as I also placed an order for some nice plywood today too.

[jacko9]

Ryan / Ron   Got the new one I not sure I want to use it as it is sweet. May stay with the original one...The new anodized is great, might just have it to look at 

Thanks 

Sal

Thanks Sal but no worry, that is hard anodized so it will continue looking good even with heavy use.

I agree with Ron, my Inca tablesaw top was hard anodized aluminum and it looked great after 25 years of rough use. I sold it 10 years ago for the same price I originally paid for the saw and it looked new!

Ron, As soon as I start my next kitchen project I'll be ordering one myself.

Jack

[jacko9]

Ron,  I wanted to order the plate and hardware kit but, your web site indicates that the kit is out of stock.  When will the hardware kit be available since I would like to order them together.

Jack

[barnowl]

Got mine yesterday.

Very nicely done.

[Roger Savatteri]

Got mine yesterday, well done & well packaged!
Can't wait to use it.
.

[erock]

Received mine yesterday.  Holly smokes!!  This is going to get so much use.   But it's so freakin' nice, I kinda don't want to scratch it.
Awesome accessory for the domino.  Looking forward to any and all upcoming items from seneca woodworking.  Thanks for the fast shipping!


Eric

[lambeater]

Ron got my plate yesterday, pretty cool. Looks like customs just had to open the box, pull the Festool knob apart and check it for contraband. Pretty funny.
thx
Lambeater

[wood pulp]

Hi There!  Any updates on when the plate and hardware kit will be available again?

Thank you

[RyWen]

Hi There!  Any updates on when the plate and hardware kit will be available again?

Thank you

The plates will be available again this week! Probably on Thursday.

Also I just added a post to our blog about a new product coming out...

[rookie08]

Both new products look great!

I'm amazed at the level of ingenuity that so many of you have on this forum.

Or as my neighbors son would say" Y'all are wicked smart! 

[wood pulp]

Looks like good stuff on the horizon!  Will the hardware kits be in stock as well this week?

[RyWen]

Looks like good stuff on the horizon!  Will the hardware kits be in stock as well this week?

yes, hardware kits will be back in stock too. Actually the only reason they're out of stock now is b/c we're changing things up a bit.  The two holes used to attach the Domiplate to the Domino will now be tapped to accept special captive screws we'll be including with the Domiplate from now on (this means no more o-rings will be necessary).  We'll keep selling the knob separately for now.

[Corwin]

...

Also I just added a post to our blog about a new product coming out...

Congratulations on getting your Parallel Guide System to market. 

It looks to me that you had not installed the scales the right direction prior to taking the pictures.  No worries, but what I wanted to ask is if your Narrow Stock Accessory are sized such that the left-hand ends can be aligned with (but up to) the stops such that the scales will work for them as well.  If the Narrow Stock Accessories were 10" in length you could then set the stops to a setting 10" more than the size parts you wanted to cut -- set to 12-3/4" to make 2-3/4" wide parts -- then but the NSAs up against the stops and tighten in place to setup to make your cuts.  Is this how your NSAs will work? 

[RonWen]

...

Also I just added a post to our blog about a new product coming out...

Congratulations on getting your Parallel Guide System to market.  

It looks to me that you had not installed the scales the right direction prior to taking the pictures.  No worries, but what I wanted to ask is if your Narrow Stock Accessory are sized such that the left-hand ends can be aligned with (but up to) the stops such that the scales will work for them as well.  If the Narrow Stock Accessories were 10" in length you could then set the stops to a setting 10" more than the size parts you wanted to cut -- set to 12-3/4" to make 2-3/4" wide parts -- then but the NSAs up against the stops and tighten in place to setup to make your cuts.  Is this how your NSAs will work?  

The dummy that threw the scales together for the photo shoot didn't even pay attention to the scale orientation (one is upside down)    That employee is now on notice.    

That was my first thought Corwin (10") but that would allow the narrow stock bars to extend into the blade zone -- not good for us dummies.   The trade-off would be to limit how narrow the stock cut could be with the parallel guides alone.  
I decided that rather than having to do math with an odd number (7-3/16") the simplest approach is to set the narrow stock dimension directly from the front rail edge to the stop bar -- dead simple & dead accurate.

[Kev]

Just ordered mine half an hour ago ... why isn't in Australia yet ??   

Looking forward to it!

Kev.

[RonWen]

We've made what we believe is a handy change on the Domiplates -- the screws are now captive so there is no need to add & remove o-rings to prevent loosing the screws when the plate isn't in use.
Of the 40+ that we've sent out with the change we would like to get feedback on how you like it.

[jacko9]

Ron,

I received my plate today, great delivery service   I am in the middle of a project now that doesn't require the plate but, I give you feedback as soon as I use it.

[richard.selwyn]

We've made what we believe is a handy change on the Domiplates -- the screws are now captive so there is no need to add & remove o-rings to prevent loosing the screws when the plate isn't in use.
Of the 40+ that we've sent out with the change we would like to get feedback on how you like it.


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How are they 'captive'  my plate came without screws, but the holes are threaded. Is that what you mean? If so, seems like a good idea, although I am afraid I still haven't used my domiplate. I've use the domino plenty, just not on any stock of the right thickness yet.

[RonWen]

We've made what we believe is a handy change on the Domiplates -- the screws are now captive so there is no need to add & remove o-rings to prevent loosing the screws when the plate isn't in use.
Of the 40+ that we've sent out with the change we would like to get feedback on how you like it.


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How are they 'captive'  my plate came without screws, but the holes are threaded. Is that what you mean? If so, seems like a good idea, although I am afraid I still haven't used my domiplate. I've use the domino plenty, just not on any stock of the right thickness yet.

Yes, that is what we mean.  
Ryan & I are looking at each other shocked -- if you would see our packaging process there is something like .000001% chance your package left here without the screws included.  We can only guess some customs agent removed them for who knows what reason???  At any rate, Ryan will get replacement screws on the way to you shortly & we are very apologetic for the issue.

(Our "shock" comes from the fact that the threaded holes are to prevent loosing the screws -- obviously if they had somehow worked themselves out of the plate they would still be inside the mailing package).   

[RyWen]

How are they 'captive'  my plate came without screws, but the holes are threaded. Is that what you mean? If so, seems like a good idea, although I am afraid I still haven't used my domiplate. I've use the domino plenty, just not on any stock of the right thickness yet.

Richard,

I'll admit, you really shocked me at first - I had no idea how a plate could have made it to you without screws. We have the plates stored in our "warehouse" (aka, dad's garage) with the screws pre-installed so it's virtually impossible  for us to forget to ship them or for the screws to fall out of a hole in the shipping box.   I thought maybe customs inspected the package and kept the screws for some reason. So I went back looking through orders for your address to send some replacement screws out to.   Well I found out what the problem was:

You ordered your Domiplate on Feb 18th -   The Domiplates we shipped in February did not have captive screws. If you look at the three holes on your plate, the two smaller holes aren't threaded, but the larger hole is.     We were selling the screws separately in February because a lot of people had their own hardware to use - so if you ordered just a Domiplate in February, then you didn't get any screws.

On the plates we've been shipping in march, we made one slight change: now the two smaller holes are threaded and we're including special captive screws with the plates.   Captive screws are more difficult to come by, and using regular non-captive screws can make attaching the Domiplate to the Domino difficult.  So we're including captive screws with all the plates now (the price changed slightly to reflect this)  All orders placed in March came with two captive screws, and all orders placed in Feb. didn't come with screws unless a "hardware kit" was ordered too.   I hope this clears things up!

[williaty]

What's the current lead time on a Domiplate? Where in the country are you guys shipping from? Basically, I'm trying to figure out if I can get one delivered to 43065 in a timeframe that works for me.

[williaty]

Order placed. Thanks!

[Peterm]

Hi there. I ordered a Domiplate from you in late March and it arrived a week or so ago, thanks very much. I used it in anger for the first time today, and can honestly say that I've never had such perfect 'L' joints (side of a wardrobe carcass to the top) - and I've had a Domino since they were first available here in the UK.

Really like the captive screws - very easy to remove the plate if necessary, and no worries about losing one!

So a big thumbs-up from me, and many thanks.

Cheers for now, Pete

[Gene Howerton]

Received mine this week.  Great service and the product is great.  Thanks.

[Festoller]

Ron,

the new version is really nice and I think I have to replace my old one.

On your site it says sold out, when are new ones available?

[RyWen]

Hi there. I ordered a Domiplate from you in late March and it arrived a week or so ago, thanks very much. I used it in anger for the first time today, and can honestly say that I've never had such perfect 'L' joints (side of a wardrobe carcass to the top) - and I've had a Domino since they were first available here in the UK.

Really like the captive screws - very easy to remove the plate if necessary, and no worries about losing one!

So a big thumbs-up from me, and many thanks.

Cheers for now, Pete

Thank you for the compliments!  Sorry it took so long to get to you - we always ship products within 48 hours of ordering (usually in less than 24 hours). . . but unfortunately we can't control how long customs has it when we ship overseas.

[RyWen]

Ron,

the new version is really nice and I think I have to replace my old one.

On your site it says sold out, when are new ones available?

They should be available tomorrow!

on a related note:   We've been considering offering an 'anodizing and engraving' trade-in program for people who ordered the original Domiplate that was just bare aluminum with no engraving.  Since the engraving makes it easier to identify which side of the plate is for which size of ply, we believe this would be helpful to people.       Here's the deal:  Send us your old plate and $20,  we'll return it anodized and engraved (we can't add the captive screws due to differences in the plates - ).  This service would only be available to customers in the US, because the cost of shipping both ways plus customs fees wouldn't make it an economical choice for those overseas.   

Does that sound appealing to anyone?

[neilc]

I'd do that.  Thanks for asking and hope it becomes an option.

neil

[Michael Garrett]

The site is showing sold out. 

[RyWen]

The site is showing sold out. 

we're re-stocked now!

[Michael Garrett]

Thanks, Just placed order.

[goforbroke442nd]

My third post:  Order placed!

Great forum and community. 

[wolften]

The site says SOLD OUT again...restocking when?

[zapdafish]

Ooo, not sure how I missed this. Where do we send it to? I was wishing for something like this when I first saw the new versions.

They should be available tomorrow!

on a related note:   We've been considering offering an 'anodizing and engraving' trade-in program for people who ordered the original Domiplate that was just bare aluminum with no engraving.  Since the engraving makes it easier to identify which side of the plate is for which size of ply, we believe this would be helpful to people.       Here's the deal:  Send us your old plate and $20,  we'll return it anodized and engraved (we can't add the captive screws due to differences in the plates - ).  This service would only be available to customers in the US, because the cost of shipping both ways plus customs fees wouldn't make it an economical choice for those overseas.   

Does that sound appealing to anyone?

[builderbob]

I know you said you'll start a new thread, but just out of initial curiosity, how long would the process take to return & have our old Domiplate anodized?  It is very appealing to me but considerable downtime may change my decision as it is a want and not a need!

Thanks!

Bob

[Christopher Robinson]

Let me know if more come in...

[RyWen]

I know you said you'll start a new thread, but just out of initial curiosity, how long would the process take to return & have our old Domiplate anodized?  It is very appealing to me but considerable downtime may change my decision as it is a want and not a need!

Thanks!

Bob

Bob,

we are going to set this up as an exchange program, so the turnaround will be very quick;  we'll ship the replacement plate out the day after we receive the one you want to exchange.  I'm going to email the details to everyone who bought the old-style Domiplate once I compile a list.  (I decided that would be a more direct method of accessing the limited number of people who this service actually applies to).   If you're interested, send me an email and I'll send you the details.   info@senecawoodworking.com.

[RyWen]

Let me know if more come in...

I'll post here when they're back in stock.  At this point it's looking like the end of this week or maybe early next week.

[Brice Burrell]

I know you said you'll start a new thread, but just out of initial curiosity, how long would the process take to return & have our old Domiplate anodized?  It is very appealing to me but considerable downtime may change my decision as it is a want and not a need!

Thanks!

Bob

Bob,

we are going to set this up as an exchange program, so the turnaround will be very quick;  we'll ship the replacement plate out the day after we receive the one you want to exchange.  I'm going to email the details to everyone who bought the old-style Domiplate once I compile a list.  (I decided that would be a more direct method of accessing the limited number of people who this service actually applies to).   If you're interested, send me an email and I'll send you the details.   info@senecawoodworking.com.

I'm not sure I really "need" the new spiffy anodized version to replace my "old" one.  However, I'm still curious to what it would cost to have it done.

[Michael Kellough]

I know you said you'll start a new thread, but just out of initial curiosity, how long would the process take to return & have our old Domiplate anodized?  It is very appealing to me but considerable downtime may change my decision as it is a want and not a need!

Thanks!

Bob

Bob,

we are going to set this up as an exchange program, so the turnaround will be very quick;  we'll ship the replacement plate out the day after we receive the one you want to exchange.  I'm going to email the details to everyone who bought the old-style Domiplate once I compile a list.  (I decided that would be a more direct method of accessing the limited number of people who this service actually applies to).   If you're interested, send me an email and I'll send you the details.   info@senecawoodworking.com.

I'm not sure I really "need" the new spiffy anodized version to replace my "old" one.  However, I'm still curious to what it would cost to have it done.

from reply #225

"Here's the deal:  Send us your old plate and $20,  we'll return it anodized and engraved (we can't add the captive screws due to differences in the plates - )."

Based on Ry's most recent post it seems like the replacement will have the captive screws since he's talking about a swap-out so maybe the $20 price will have to be revised?

[Brice Burrell]

Thanks Michael, I missed that post.

[Jonhilgen]

That's great!  I was just using my old-school domiplate yesterday and looking at the pencil marked sides while grumbling to myself about how nice the new ones looks.  Would definitely like the newer one.

Jon

[Festoller]

A note for international orders (especially German).

This last order took 7 weeks to ship (April 24.- June 12.) So please be patient and give it some time!

I've had similar experience with other shippments, although 7 weeks is a new record. Obviously these packages get stuck in customs quite often!

So be patient before you take Ryan or Ron's offer to send a new one!

The only way to speed shipping up (to Germany) is if the value is less than 27 US$ (22 EUR) or if it's a present up to 56 US$ (45 EUR). Unfortunately they add shipping cost on top of the value! Maybe!

Domiplate presents for everyone!!!

Any by the way, the new "Black Edition Domiplate" is really cool!

[RyWen]

To answer Brice and Michael's questions, here are the details of the exchange program.

http://www.senecawoodworking.com/products/domiplate-exchange-program

Since people like the look of the anodized Domiplate, and the laser engraving eliminates confusion on which side of the plate corresponds to which size of ply, we set up an exchange program.

We made this an "exchange" program because it's faster and easier to get the plates back to our customers - otherwise the turnaround time would be close to a month while sent each customer's plate out for anodizing and engraving. Here's what's going on from our end:  I have a supply of old-style Domiplates (without the captive screws) that have been anodized and engraved and I'm using that to 'seed' the program, but after that supply is gone we'll be anodizing and engraving the plates people send us in exchange. That's why the Domiplate you send us needs to be in good condition or we can't exchange it.   We'll run each plate through a quality check to make sure it isn't damaged or bent (think "Certified Pre-Owned Lexus" ...but with woodworking tools ;-)

It would just be too inefficient to try and send plates one at a time to the anodizer and engraver, or too difficult to track whose plate is whose if we sent a batch of plates and tried to get each person's original plate back to them - so it works best as an 'exchange program'.  

Since we're anodizing the old style plates that people send us - if you use the exchange program, you won't be receiving a plate with captive screws. Those are only available on new Domiplates.  

[RyWen]

A note for international orders (especially German).

This last order took 7 weeks to ship (April 24.- June 12.) So please be patient and give it some time!

I've had similar experience with other shippments, although 7 weeks is a new record. Obviously these packages get stuck in customs quite often!

So be patient before you take Ryan or Ron's offer to send a new one!


Any by the way, the new "Black Edition Domiplate" is really cool!

 
Pierre,

I responded to your email a little bit ago, but thank you again for your patience, and I'm sorry customs held on to that one for so long.  You definitely hold the record now for the longest time any of our shipments has been stuck in customs.

[live4ever]

Hey Ron & Ryan,

Hoping to order one soon - did you get any more stock in yet?

[PaulMarcel]

Pierre,

I responded to your email a little bit ago, but thank you again for your patience, and I'm sorry customs held on to that one for so long.  You definitely hold the record now for the longest time any of our shipments has been stuck in customs.

I'm sure customs hung on to it for a long time because it looked so suspicious.  "Hmm, here's a flat aluminum plate with numbers on both sides and an offset step... It's that offset step that really gets me suspicious, Floyd, let's ponder this longer".  I'm reminded of the "Airplane" movie scene where the old lady gets jumped and searched while armed militia walk through the security check.

[Peter Halle]

Pierre,

I responded to your email a little bit ago, but thank you again for your patience, and I'm sorry customs held on to that one for so long.  You definitely hold the record now for the longest time any of our shipments has been stuck in customs.

I'm sure customs hung on to it for a long time because it looked so suspicious.  "Hmm, here's a flat aluminum plate with numbers on both sides and an offset step... It's that offset step that really gets me suspicious, Floyd, let's ponder this longer".  I'm reminded of the "Airplane" movie scene where the old lady gets jumped and searched while armed militia walk through the security check.

Maybe they were planning on how to liberate the captive screws.  

[Brice Burrell]

Pierre,

I responded to your email a little bit ago, but thank you again for your patience, and I'm sorry customs held on to that one for so long.  You definitely hold the record now for the longest time any of our shipments has been stuck in customs.

I'm sure customs hung on to it for a long time because it looked so suspicious.  "Hmm, here's a flat aluminum plate with numbers on both sides and an offset step... It's that offset step that really gets me suspicious, Floyd, let's ponder this longer".  I'm reminded of the "Airplane" movie scene where the old lady gets jumped and searched while armed militia walk through the security check.

Maybe they were planning on how to liberate the captive screws.  

You're both on the wrong track.  Clearly one of the custom guys there had project perfect for the Domino and Domiplate.

[live4ever]

Gentlemen, any updates on Domiplate availability?

[RyWen]

Gentlemen, any updates on Domiplate availability?

We received the latest shipment from our anodizing vendor, but many of them weren't anodized evenly...and on top of that, they used the wrong color.  So we had to ship the order back to get fixed.  I'll post here soon and update the senecawoodworking.com site when I have a better idea of when we'll be back in stock... Sorry everyone for the delay.

[Sal LiVecchi]

Ron / Ryan.   Got my plate exchange today, Thank You
Sal

[Sal LiVecchi]

Ron / Ryan   Pleae advise whenn you restock I need to place an order for another Domono Plate when they are available

Thanks
Sal

[RonWen]

Ron / Ryan   Pleae advise whenn you restock I need to place an order for another Domono Plate when they are available

Thanks
Sal

Unless lightning strikes a third time that should be this Thursday or Friday.  I also designed a Domiplate XL (XL 700) that will be coming a little later.

[Intelligent Workshop]

Brits and Europeans, is there any interest in my bringing a batch of these over?

Ron are you open to wholesale orders?

[RonWen]

Brits and Europeans, is there any interest in my bringing a batch of these over?

Ron are you open to wholesale orders?

I'll let my son Ryan address this however we are finding that if we give the conventional wholesale discounts to the big boys (you know who they are) it would move us into a non-profit organisation status.   Our margins aren't very large.    The difference may be if we could get very large orders for resale from W, R, & LV where it would eliminate much handling.

[b_m_hart]

Ron / Ryan   Pleae advise whenn you restock I need to place an order for another Domono Plate when they are available

Thanks
Sal

Unless lightning strikes a third time that should be this Thursday or Friday.  I also designed a Domiplate XL (XL 700) that will be coming a little later.

Speaking of Domino XL - have you put any thought into making something similar to the jigs Rembo has shown us?  A jig that would allow for morticing door locks and hinges would be freaking amazing.  I say this for two reasons:  first, I hate doing it... and second, I'm terrible at it (probably why I hate doing it, hah).

[RonWen]

Ron / Ryan   Pleae advise whenn you restock I need to place an order for another Domono Plate when they are available

Thanks
Sal

Unless lightning strikes a third time that should be this Thursday or Friday.  I also designed a Domiplate XL (XL 700) that will be coming a little later.

Speaking of Domino XL - have you put any thought into making something similar to the jigs Rembo has shown us?  A jig that would allow for morticing door locks and hinges would be freaking amazing.  I say this for two reasons:  first, I hate doing it... and second, I'm terrible at it (probably why I hate doing it, hah).

Point me in the right direction??? 

[b_m_hart]

Ron / Ryan   Pleae advise whenn you restock I need to place an order for another Domono Plate when they are available

Thanks
Sal

Unless lightning strikes a third time that should be this Thursday or Friday.  I also designed a Domiplate XL (XL 700) that will be coming a little later.

Speaking of Domino XL - have you put any thought into making something similar to the jigs Rembo has shown us?  A jig that would allow for morticing door locks and hinges would be freaking amazing.  I say this for two reasons:  first, I hate doing it... and second, I'm terrible at it (probably why I hate doing it, hah).

Point me in the right direction??? 

http://festoolownersgroup.com/member-projects/the-door-for-xl/msg212054/?topicseen#msg212054

reply #12, I'll have to dig for the jig he made to mortice with...

[Brice Burrell]

http://festoolownersgroup.com/member-projects/the-door-for-xl/msg212054/?topicseen#msg212054

reply #12, I'll have to dig for the jig he made to mortice with...

Humm, the bit swings in an arc so you'd need to square up the cut.

[PaulMarcel]

http://festoolownersgroup.com/member-projects/the-door-for-xl/msg212054/?topicseen#msg212054

reply #12, I'll have to dig for the jig he made to mortice with...

Humm, the bit swings in an arc so you'd need to square up the cut.

...and Brice has just the hand plane to do that with! 

[RonWen]

http://festoolownersgroup.com/member-projects/the-door-for-xl/msg212054/?topicseen#msg212054

reply #12, I'll have to dig for the jig he made to mortice with...

Humm, the bit swings in an arc so you'd need to square up the cut.

...and Brice has just the hand plane to do that with! 

Is that still his one & only plane???

[Brice Burrell]

Is that still his one & only plane???

Come on, what do you take me for, I have two hand planes.  And I even used them both in the same week several weeks ago.

[RonWen]

Is that still his one & only plane???

Come on, what do you take me for, I have two hand planes.  And I even used them both in the same week several weeks ago.

I seem to remember a definitive statement (by you) that the Butt Mortise plane is the only plane you would ever own... I was wrong once before though.      

[RyWen]

Brits and Europeans, is there any interest in my bringing a batch of these over?

Ron are you open to wholesale orders?

we've had interest from a few US dealers who are interested... we're putting together a plan to do this in the near future.   I would be open to exporting a batch for you to sell...   I'll have to do some more research about what the best way is to do this (eg, things like the most economical way to ship and if we need to do anything differently for customs, etc).     Drop me an email - info@senecawoodworking.com and I'll let you know as we are closer to being ready to do this.

[epicxt]

Good to see the Domiplate is back in stock!  I just placed my order.

[RyWen]

I was going through a shipment of parts I picked up from the machine shop, and I found this one Domiplate that was significantly larger than the ones we have made now. In fact, If I had to accurately describe its size, I wouldn't just call it large, I would say it was **XL!**      




I'll need to call them and let them know they made a mistake...   

[Christopher Robinson]

Just ordered mine.

Would be interested in those bessey toggle clamp adaptions for the MFT; eta?

[Alan m]

Just ordered mine.

Would be interested in those bessey toggle clamp adaptions for the MFT; eta?

me too.

[epicxt]

As am I.

[live4ever]

I ordered the Domiplate earlier this month and have been able to use it on a couple of projects.  It's fantastic!

As it turns out, the extra handle provided with the RAS115 + a washer or two works with the Domiplate.  Most people probably wouldn't have to go to such extremes but I thought I'd throw it out there.  (It so happened that the Festool knob was out of stock when I ordered and I don't have clamping elements knobs). 

[RonWen]

Just a note to let people know we've had a backlog for Domiplates (and other products) at the engraver -- very slow progress -- Sorry.

It's time for us to purchase our own laser to eliminate that bottleneck. 

[Jonhilgen]

Ron,

I showed your plate to a guy I'm renting shop space from and he immediately ordered one.  He said it was a no-brainer.  This guy uses his domino more than I use my chop saw...

Great product and easy to endorse!

Jon

[RonWen]

Ron,

I showed your plate to a guy I'm renting shop space from and he immediately ordered one.  He said it was a no-brainer.  This guy uses his domino more than I use my chop saw...

Great product and easy to endorse!

Jon

Thanks Jon!  There are more good products in the pipeline. 

[RyWen]

Just a note to let people know we've had a backlog for Domiplates (and other products) at the engraver -- very slow progress -- Sorry.

It's time for us to purchase our own laser to eliminate that bottleneck. 

Ha.  I was just coming here to post the same thing.      Our laser engraver moved locations recently... he's actually a sign and trophy shop... and his business has tripled because of the better location, so that's where the current bottleneck is.  Hopefully we'll fix this soon.  Thanks everyone for being patient!

[Jaybolishes]

Received my domiplate this week and just used it for the first time. I installed the bolt that came with the plate and placed it into my festool knob and figured it was the right length.  Stupid me, I didn't even check to feel if it was sticking past the other side of the domiplate. Looking at it, it looked flush.  After making all the pockets in three pieces of 1"x12" x 9' pieces of red oak for a table, I noticed little bolt imprints in the wood and was mad at myself for not noticing the bolt was slightly too long.  I'm going to throw in a larger cutter and hopefully that will fix it, but people should know you need to grind that dang bolt so it doesn't stick through, why did I assume.  The plate is very well made and should be a joy to use from here on out.

[PaulMarcel]

Jay, just pop in some washers.  Before getting the correct size bolt, I put a couple neoprene washers on it since I could take the knob off and on without losing them (or forgetting them).

I can listen to metal, can't grind it though

[James Metcalf]

You can also open the knob and wrap a few turns of small wire. put knob back together and you are done.

[Jaybolishes]

Thanks guys, I just put it up to the side of my wheel grinder, in fact so little needed to be ground off that it didn't even touch the threads. Paul I've watched all your videos, they are so well done and have really helped me a lot, and I was thinking of your trick you mentioned, but thought you didn't have the newer plate with the correct bolt.   I didn't even notice it until I had made all the pockets, I felt like a maroon, totally my fault, but I hope others check like I didn't.   Well I went up a cutter size and for my first project with the domino, this 3' 9' top came out sooo much smoother than biscuits, it doesn't even need sanding practically.  I found the biscuits would make the joining surfaces slightly off plane sometimes, the domiplate and the domino are a real joy to use, and the results are fantastic. I would post pics, but I need to figure it out finally.  

[PaulMarcel]

Thanks, Jay

Meant to add to the previous reply that for the dings from the bolt, you might get away with pouring a bit of boiling water in the divot and let it puff up the compressed fibers. Let it all dry before sanding or you won't be happy

[Jaybolishes]

I'm definitely going to try that.  It should at least minimise the sanding, thanks for the tip.

Jay

[Jonhilgen]

Thanks, Jay

Meant to add to the previous reply that for the dings from the bolt, you might get away with pouring a bit of boiling water in the divot and let it puff up the compressed fibers. Let it all dry before sanding or you won't be happy

A damp rag and a hot clothes iron work great for dings as well.

Jon

[RonWen]

Thanks, Jay

Meant to add to the previous reply that for the dings from the bolt, you might get away with pouring a bit of boiling water in the divot and let it puff up the compressed fibers. Let it all dry before sanding or you won't be happy

A damp rag and a hot clothes iron work great for dings as well.

Jon

Yep, back when I hunted a lot, I've repaired some really deep dents in gun stocks with the damp cloth & iron -- most often you couldn't detect where the damage was.