Drill Perfect Holes With The New UJK Technology Drill Guide

[jools]

There have been several threads on mobile devices to allow the drilling of angled holes. This device seems a step up in quality from the cheaper versions
https://knowledge.axminster.co.uk/u...m_source=bm23&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Image+-+New+UJK+Technology+Drill+Guide&utm_content=Drill+perfect+holes+without+a+pillar+drill&utm_campaign=17wk32jh1+UJK+Technology+Drill+Guide

 

[Naildrivingman]

I have a similar version. I haven't used it much, but my recollection is that it is a great workaround when a drill press isn't practical or convenient.

 

[Scorpion]

Growing up I remember seeing one of these under my dads workbench.  He had only necessary tools given the times.  It nicely enabled him to drill holes drill-press style without having a drill-press.  This unit looks a lot nicer than the one he had.  Recalling his usage issues, the biggest challenge was keeping the unit in place as you're drilling the angled hole.  If you can clamp it to the object it works well.  If you think you'll hold it in place with that handle I suspect it'll end up where my father left his (under the bench).

Since I don't need to be mobile, this is one of the tools I just have no desire to own..

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[mattmass]

I have a similar style guide, which I've used a bunch. It has tons of slop, and also also vibrates quite badly while in use. I would really love a press, but I just don't have the room. I suppose a guide is better than nothing, but mine is definitely not great.

This one looks nice and solid. The clamping/attachment options are also interesting. That's something I've struggled with as well, particularly when using at angles. And, a centrotec-compatible shank really adds to the convenience. Would prefer a ratcheting chuck, though.

I'd love to give it a shot - any one know if it is available in NA?

 

[ben_r_]

Coming to the US via Lee Valley?

 

[nickao]

I have a similar style guide, which I've used a bunch. It has tons of slop, and also also vibrates quite badly while in use. I would really love a press, but I just don't have the room. I suppose a guide is better than nothing, but mine is definitely not great.

This one looks nice and solid. The clamping/attachment options are also interesting. That's something I've struggled with as well, particularly when using at angles. And, a centrotec-compatible shank really adds to the convenience. Would prefer a ratcheting chuck, though.

I'd love to give it a shot - any one know if it is available in NA?

If its the one from Rockler I have it and yeah it's very sloppy, I can free hand as well.

I would love to check this version out, it looks solid!

 

[clark_fork]

Lots of choices:
http://wonderfulengineering.com/10-best-drill-guide-systems/

but I get good results for non-angled holes from Big Gator

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[nickao]

The only one on that list worth buying is big gator, I have tried them all and still own at least 3 of those models.

 

[ben_r_]

Lots of choices:
http://wonderfulengineering.com/10-best-drill-guide-systems/

but I get good results for non-angled holes from Big Gator

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I use one of those myself. Simple and good product.

 

[Cheese]

Make it 4 for Big Gator...I also have their ANSI tap guide, it's slick.  [cool]

 

[Cheese]

FWIW...just noticed that Big Gator is having a 11% off sale on all of their guides.
http://www.shop.biggatortools.com/Standard-V-DrillGuide-1-8-3-8-STD1000DGNP-STD1000DGNP.htm

If you purchase these guides from Woodcraft, they come just mounted on a card, however if you purchase these from Big Gator directly, they come in a nice plastic storage case. The same style case that precision tooling is packaged in.

 

[rst]

Thanks for the heads up regarding Big Gator...just ordered the two sets going from 1/8 - 1/2.  I should have had them the last two days as I installed two steel entrances and they would have been mush better than the eyeball and square method for installing the hardware.  [unsure]

 

[deepcreek]

Be sure to check Amazon for Big Gator drill guides.  They're less expensive there.

 

[tazprime38]

I have a similar guide to the gator one but is a type of plastic with steel inserts.

Anyone know of a supplier for those type of plastic storage tubes as I need some preferably in the UK? What is thete proper name so maybe I could do a search?

 

[Cheese]

Google Beckett Packaging or

End mill storage

 

[VW mick]

That looks nice.very handy

Is it available in woodpeckers red though

Mick

 

[tazprime38]

Google Beckett Packaging or

End mill storage

Cheese , thank you. Just what I was looking for. Now I have to see if I can buy from them without the minimum quantities

 

[Cheese]

Cheese , thank you. Just what I was looking for. Now I have to see if I can buy from them without the minimum quantities

Ya, the Beckett Packaging info was just to get you heading in the right direction. The real issue as you've stated, is finding a source to purchase small quantities.  [tongue]

 

[Kevin D.]

Coming to the US via Lee Valley?

It's already been here for a few years now.  Made by MilesCraft.
http://www.leevalley.com/en/wood/page.aspx?p=73237&cat=1,180,42311

I bought one a few years ago when it came out and have used it a few times.  It works fine.

 

[ben_r_]

Coming to the US via Lee Valley?

It's already been here for a few years now.  Made by MilesCraft.
http://www.leevalley.com/en/wood/page.aspx?p=73237&cat=1,180,42311

I bought one a few years ago when it came out and have used it a few times.  It works fine.

Ive seen that one before but that one definitely doesnt look as well built as the UJK one.