Use to cut circles ranging in size from 8 to 48 “within a circumferenc.
The United States is the country of origin.
26100 is the model number for this item.
Dimensions of the item package: 30.0″ L x 9.0″ W x 0.2” “H Directly from the manufacturer.
The Big Horn Lewin Router Compass is compatible with virtually any router. Cuts circles with diameters ranging from 8 inches to 48 inches. Lexan is a heavy-duty plastic that is manufactured in the United States. 30 inches in length. Accessories such as the Big Horn 26101 Lewin Router Compass Extension and the Big Horn 26102 Lewin Router Compass Straight Edge are available for purchase separately from the router.
Exactly as advertised, this product performs as expected. It represents excellent value for money. It creates perfectly round circles. What I would suggest is that when you mark the center of your circle on your material, take a very small finishing nail and lightly tap it in where the jig pin will go to ensure that the center of your circle is accurately marked. You can then slide the pin until it finds the hole instead of trying to find it under the jig, which I do with a lightly weighted plastic mallet instead of trying to find it under the jig.
If you’re cutting MDF, as I was today, I recommend doing it outside and having a shopvac or air compressor on hand to remove all of the dust after you’re done. Additionally, dust masks and goggles should be worn.
There are a few pictures included, including one of my finished circles. 8 – 2′ circles in total.
Also, disregard the negative review that stated that you had to drill and countersink the holes in order for them to match your router. Anyone experiencing difficulties as a result of this should not be using a router in the first place. It would be extremely difficult to manufacture a jig that was pre-drilled for every possible router hole combination. Drilling and countersinking the holes aren’t particularly difficult tasks to complete. To use the jig, remove the baseplate from your router and place it on top of it. Mark the holes, drill the holes, and countersink the holes after they have been drilled. Acrylic is a durable material that can withstand high temperatures.
