Domino 700 or Jessem router Table

[woodferret]

Don't your beds and tables use 14s?

 

[ChuckM]

Depending on the design and stock dimensions, I sometimes use two smaller tenons (double or twin) rathner than one large (the largest) tenon for added strength.

 

[Jim_in_PA]

The advantage that the 14mm tenons bring is in the longer length they are "darn strong"...bed frame strong. I buy the long 750mm stock rather than the precut in that size which is more cost effective than the individuals.

 

[rst]

When I bought my 500, I got the assortment, however when buying th 700 I decided to get the individual lengths and cut the he sizes needed as I was as not necessary needing so many pieces

 

[ReneS]

Don't your beds and tables use 14s?

Based on my limited experience and the small difference in size, I believe the 12mm should be strong enough and maybe a bit more versatile regarding the size of the wood parts I plan to work with. Also, the basic DF 700 comes with a 12mm cutter, so that is a plus.

I figure I can add on later as needed, including getting the "uncut" tenons.

But that is just me. I have been working with 1.5" legs for my free standing cabinets, so that is where my mind goes. I haven't doubled the tenons yet, but I figure that is another approach I can use if needed.

 

[luvmytoolz]

So I just pulled the trigger on the basic DF 700 kit along with a 10mm cutter and some 10mm and 12mm domino tenons.

I was tempted by the limited edition that Festool is offering right now, but the extras didn't fit my needs. Same with the 12/14 pack of cutters and tenons. Too expensive and not enough of what I need.

Thanks for all the replies. They helped me out with this decision. I think this is going to help a lot with the freestanding cabinets I'm going to make.

You'll love the 700, in my opinion it's much more manageable than the 500 due to the weight and handle design.

If you want to save money on buying tenons, Findbuytools sells cutter sets for the 500/00 that allow you to make your own tenons with the ribbed edges.

 

[ReneS]

You'll love the 700, in my opinion it's much more manageable than the 500 due to the weight and handle design.

If you want to save money on buying tenons, Findbuytools sells cutter sets for the 500/00 that allow you to make your own tenons with the ribbed edges.

I received the 700 a little earlier today and have a question regarding tolerances. On the base there are six small circular parts (pins?) that are raised above the base by a thousandth or two or three (I didn't measure).

Is this normal? I can be overly fussy about stuff, but it seemed a little strange to me.

I am trying to attach a picture, but it doesn't seem to be working.

 

[MikeGE]

I received the 700 a little earlier today and have a question regarding tolerances. On the base there are six small circular parts (pins?) that are raised above the base by a thousandth or two or three (I didn't measure).

Is this normal? I can be overly fussy about stuff, but it seemed a little strange to me.

I am trying to attach a picture, but it doesn't seem to be working.

Congratulations on your purchase!  The six small pins are spring loaded locator pins to assist in locating the center of the mortise at 20, 37, or 50mm from the left or right edge of the board.

Please download the DF 700 Supplemental Manual.  It is a great reference:
https://www.festoolusa.com/-/media/...oads/manuals/domino_xl_df700_supplemental.pdf

 

[ReneS]

Congratulations on your purchase!  The six small pins are spring loaded locator pins to assist in locating the center of the mortise at 20, 37, or 50mm from the left or right edge of the board.

Please download the DF 700 Supplemental Manual.  It is a great reference:
https://www.festoolusa.com/-/media/...oads/manuals/domino_xl_df700_supplemental.pdf

Thanks!

And actually, in my excitement, I missed the fact that you don't reference off the base.

It can be tough to be human...

Edit: I am reading the manual now. It is very helpful, and much more readable than the one that came with the Domino. Thanks again.

 

[ReneS]

Hard to believe I started this last August.

I ended up buying the Domino XL and am very happy with it.

As someone suggested, later on I bought the Jessem router table. (I guess I was a little embarrassed by my good fortune.)

One of the reasons I went with the router table was the talk of tariffs on Canada in the fall, and now it looks like the router table may cost 25% more, which would be quite a hit.

Anyway, I just wanted to say the router table is very well manufactured and it was beautifully packaged. (These guys really know what they are doing.) All the parts are nicely finished and the bolts and screws threaded in smoothly and perfectly on the first try each time.

And the table is a charm to use. Adjustments are easy but solid. Operation is smooth. I am very happy with it.