Woodpeckers New One Time Tool - MFS clone

[Svar]

The original one before festool was GEAT SYSTEM and was sold in U.S by woodworkersdepot.
Click on infomaterial then sdg English.
http://www.geatsystem.com/geatwd/dt.php

They are thicker (20 mm) than FT or WP and unlikely to work with standard rail clamps. The latter is probably not important.

 

[Cheese]

Huh, then perhaps the other 1.15" comes from the guide bushing?

If you use a 1010 with a 10.8mm bushing = .425"
a 1400 with a 24mm bushing = .945"
a 2200 with a 17mm bushing = .670"

So, I don't know where the measurement discrepancy lies, however, it could be as simple as the word Woodpeckers chose to use in the ad copy,
"18" long sides allow about 13" of router cutting".

 

[Cheese]

I'm wondering what size area the 32"x32" track would give you for inside routability. Not sure if the width or the tracks and accounting for the bushing.
Anyone with the MFS700 know?  I do a lot of cutting boards with juice catchers and want to know it's limits for cutting board sizes.

If you need to use the entire length of the rail, you can always reconfigure it in this manner. That way you have the full length of the rail minus the diameter of the router bushing used.

 

[ben_r_]

FYI, CarbideProcessors.com has this OTT free shipping and with 10% off using the code "creekers". Best deal youll find on any Woodpeckers OTT everytime.

 

[eeeesh]

I called them this afternoon and they are looking into it.

 

[ben_r_]

I called them this afternoon and they are looking into it.

I emailed them too. Good for them to know there is interest.

 

[eeeesh]

I called them this afternoon and they are looking into it.

I emailed them too. Good for them to know there is interest.

They added it to their website now.  I just ordered it

 

[ben_r_]

I called them this afternoon and they are looking into it.

I emailed them too. Good for them to know there is interest.

They added it to their website now.  I just ordered it

Thats good news. Im still kinda going back and forth on this one though. Just as I did when I had a chance to get the MFS. Im just not sure what, other than door hinge routing, I would use a setup like this for. And if I did get it just for hinge routing, Id really only need the 18" set.

 

[Svar]

Im just not sure what, other than door hinge routing, I would use a setup like this for. And if I did get it just for hinge routing, Id really only need the 18" set.

MFS is very awkward for hinges. There are better dedicated templates for fraction of the cost.

 

[ben_r_]

Im just not sure what, other than door hinge routing, I would use a setup like this for. And if I did get it just for hinge routing, Id really only need the 18" set.

MFS is very awkward for hinges. There are better dedicated templates for fraction of the cost.

Thats what Im thinking too. So if one has a Domino and say another option for cutting circles (Micro Fence Circle Jig) what else do they use the MFS for? Inlays? Insetting a router plate into a table top?

 

[SoonerFan]

Cheese,
Thanks for taking the time to call them and for getting the answers.  I found all the information helpful.  I was a little bummed to hear they would not offer the "stabilizer".  That is a nice piece of kit and works with lots of template guide sizes.  I guess one could do what Woodpeckers stated but that little stabilizer was a nice touch.

Like many I wish this were and always for sale tool.  Would be nice to have an MFS like option for those that did not get one of the originals.

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5. Festool offers a router support, the 465489, which supports the other side of the router when the rails are spread apart. Do you plan on offering something similar?

No, we are not. I have owned the MFS400 for several years now, and that adapter will only work on Festool Routers. It would be pretty much impossible to have an adapter for every major router manufacturer out there. For mine, I milled some hardwood to the thickness of the track, (approximately .700), put a counterbored hole in it, and attached that to my router.

 

[Naildrivingman]

Im just not sure what, other than door hinge routing, I would use a setup like this for. And if I did get it just for hinge routing, Id really only need the 18" set.

MFS is very awkward for hinges. There are better dedicated templates for fraction of the cost.

Thats what Im thinking too. So if one has a Domino and say another option for cutting circles (Micro Fence Circle Jig) what else do they use the MFS for? Inlays? Insetting a router plate into a table top?

[member=58821]ben_r_[/member] do you ever have a need to mortise pocket door pulls or size wood floor registers?  The MFS works well for that.

 

[Cheese]

Cheese,
Thanks for taking the time to call them and for getting the answers.  I found all the information helpful.  I was a little bummed to hear they would not offer the "stabilizer".  That is a nice piece of kit and works with lots of template guide sizes.  I guess one could do what Woodpeckers stated but that little stabilizer was a nice touch.

Ya I knew this was a dead end before I called them. But you still have to ask the question.

I think modifying the Festool stabilizer is a pretty straight forward task. ‘Tis easier to add on than take off. Once it’s gone, it’s gone, but if you need to add just a little.. you can.

 

[Michael Kellough]

DIY shouldn't be too difficult.

 

[Mike Goetzke]

I picked up a used Woodpecker's Variable Router Jig. It is missing the clamp brackets. I found my modified Quick-Grip track clamps fit nicely into the WP extrusion.

Is there still a need to get the WP brackets?

If so are two pair enough?

Thanks,

Mike

 

[pettyconstruction]

I have this kit,while I don’t use it that often, it is handy and accurate to use.
I have yet to use the clamp mech that came with it.
I have clamped using the quick clamps from Bessey or Festool.
I have both. Cheers,
Charlie

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