Domino slot width practice

[bdiemer]

Hi,  Is it ok to change the domino width with the machine in the off position? I may have missed an update or dreamed the whole thing up. Thanks , Barry                                                                                                                     

 

[Mario Turcot]

Hi,  Is it ok to change the domino width with the machine in the off position? I may have missed an update or dreamed the whole thing up. Thanks , Barry                                                                                                                   

From the DF booklet it says to change the width while the machine is running. If by mistake you change it while off, give the motor some time prior to bite into the wood and it should be ok.

 

[bdiemer]

Thanks Mario.
                  Barry

 

[Mario Turcot]

Thanks Mario.
                  Barry

I'm not an expert about Festool tools, this is my recommendation only  [smile]

 

[Gregor]

Hi,  Is it ok to change the domino width with the machine in the off position? I may have missed an update or dreamed the whole thing up. Thanks , Barry                                                                                                                   

From the DF booklet it says to change the width while the machine is running. If by mistake you change it while off, give the motor some time prior to bite into the wood and it should be ok.

According to the manuals: Having the motor running for setting the width applies to the 500 only, on the 700 XL the width can be changed with the machine being off.

 

[Jiggy Joiner]

I always go for the precision (tight fit) which is really what we should aim for with joints, otherwise why go to the expense of a Domino?

I have various sized slightly sanded Domino’s to test if in doubt, if there is an alignment issue, the mortise can then be opened up a bit but, my preference is snug as a first option.

I would say, practice a little with some sanded Domino’s, and in no time you will become more comfortable with a firm joint.