Pocket Screws for 17.5MM Plywood

[rinconmike]

I am using a Kreg Foremam DB210 for pocket screws.  I have Baltic Birch Plywood that is 17.5mm. 

I used the 3/4" setting for the fence and backed the bit off from the gauge block a hair and the screw is shy of poking out the side of the wood by around 1/32". I checked this by putting the screw in, but not attaching the second piece and instead put the second piece against the screw to check the depth.  When I screw it together and tightened it down good, it does not poke out.

I am using the 1.25" Kreg screws.

Is this ok with 1/32" cover over the tip of the screw?  I tried about a dozen tests and none poke out.

thanks,

Mike

 

[semenza]

I think that's probably fine in baltic birch. But if you want to be on the safe side just make the drilling depth another 1/32 less.

Seth

 

[rinconmike]

So shoot for 1/16" cover from the tip of the screw?

Thanks,

Mike

 

[Sparktrician]

If you're that concerned about poke-through, put one or two flat washers under the head of the screw before you drive it into the pocket or use shorter screws.