Festool Worktop Jig

[jmbfestool]

Oh sorry when you said lip I thought you was referring to the lip I get  at the back end of the worktop.  

Well that's odd cus I don't get that what your referring to.

Are you using the correct collar and cutter size?  I think if you don't have the correct size cutter and/or collar it will affect the mitre joint.

If you are using the correct sizes then maybe the jig is faulty then?

Take a picture? So we can see?
Jmb

 

[Caly]

thanks again,

couldn't photo last one as it was black gloss (yuk), but will try on next.

 

[Deansocial]

thanks again,

couldn't photo last one as it was black gloss (yuk), but will try on next.

What you mean you fitted it like that?

 

[jmbfestool]

thanks again,

couldn't photo last one as it was black gloss (yuk), but will try on next.

What you mean you fitted it like that?

[blink] [unsure]

 

[Caly]

did I say that ?

 

[Troll]

Interesting video.  However, for me far too much messing about setting up the Festool worktop jig.  I use Trend worktop jigs (651 and 1001) and there's none of this adjusting screws, etc, which to my mind increases the chance of making a mistake.  The Trend jig is one-piece all colour coded and you don't need any instructions to set it up.  For those not familiar with the Trend system the initial set-up of the jig is done by placing it on the worktop and then using the adjustable length stop you can set the jig up in less than 10 seconds to cut any width of worktop (not just standard widths - within the working parameters of the jig).

I like the underneath clamping of the Festool worktop jig, but in truth two standard clamps on the Trend jig keep it rock solid and can be easily placed out of the cutting area.  As to the moveability of the bolt slots, nice feature but on standard width worktop I've never encounter the inability to cut the bolt slots in the standard position.  And even if this is necessary it's a moment to put on two pencil marks and slide the Trend jig into line.

Also aluminium jigs are more likely to bend if accidently dropped than phenolic jigs.

I'm sure the two different approaches cut equally good worktop joints, but in my opinion the Trend jig easily wins against the Festool on ease of set-up and it's a fraction of the price.  I recommend the Trend hinge jig as well.

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