7th June 2006 02:33 PM # ADS. 7th June 2006, 02:39 PM #2. 7th June 2006, 02:45 PM #3 Thanks, the 900W I looked at seemed quite diffcult to align the top fence, and it slipped when tightened. 7th June 2006, 08:37 PM #7. 7th June 2006, 08:47 PM #8. the Makita that I looked at in another tool store wasn’t much better, frankly, and that WAS a surprise! 7th June 2006, 10:14 PM #10 Doucra,I purchased the EPJ800 a good year ago and have used several times since.
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Are biscuit joiners worth it?
Biscuits joints serve best as a quick and easy way to keep glue-up parts in alignment, and that they add appreciable pull-apart to strength joints that would be otherwise too weak to stand on their own – like butt joints and miter joints.
What is the difference between a biscuit joiner and a Domino joiner?
While a biscuit joiner will AT MOST go 1/2″ into each side of the wood, a domino joiner will go almost 3″ into each side (remember, 1/2″ the tenon length goes into each piece). Which means a domino joiner will assist with both alignment AND structural rigidity of the joints.
What can I use instead of a biscuit joiner?
Some tests suggest a dowel joint will provide stronger joinery than biscuits. Tests also indicate that dowel joints are not as strong as tenon joints or dovetail joints. They do make solid and accurate joints, though. A dowel joint will be a better method than nails or screws and are much less susceptible to breakage.
Is a plate joiner the same as a biscuit joiner?
A biscuit joiner (also known as a plate joiner) cuts half-oval slots in mating workpieces; then you glue in a football-shaped “biscuit” and clamp the joint tightly. (Common biscuit sizes are shown at left.) Biscuits add strength to joints and assist you in aligning workpieces.
What are the disadvantages of a biscuit joint?
Biscuit joints do not stand up well against other joinery methods. We won’t spend any time comparing with mortise and tenon joints because all other joinery methods pale in comparison when measuring strength. But, as an example, the use of dowels as opposed to biscuits is a step up in strength.
Can you use a router as a biscuit joiner?
If you want to make biscuit joints, you don’t have to buy a biscuit joiner. In most cases, a router equipped with a 5/32-in. slot bit can cut perfect slots to fit the biscuits. Mark the biscuit positions on both adjoining boards as you would with a biscuit joiner.
When should I use a biscuit joiner?
Biscuits are predominantly used in joining sheet goods such as plywood, particle board and medium-density fibreboard. They are sometimes used with solid wood, replacing mortise and tenon joints, as biscuit joints are easier to make and almost as strong.
Are Dominos stronger than screws?
I was surprised to find that while the Domino did double the strength of the joint compared to just a butt joint, the pocket screws were 50% stronger than the Domino. One commenter did point out that if strength was a major concern a longer Domino could be used, and that’s a good point.
Why is festool so good?
So what makes Festool so good? We believe it’s because Festool has focused on creating high-performing tools that are robust, reliable and precise. Their numerous innovations, like their dust extractors and cordless options, put Festool in a league of their own.
Can you use a biscuit joiner on plywood?
However, with a biscuit joiner, clean, unobtrusive joints can be made in plywood, with no visible hardware and clean edges coming together. Whether joined together at 0 degrees, 45 degrees or 90 degrees, all joints are clean and tight, as well as being strong.
Is a rebate joint as strong as a butt joint?
The advantage that the shoulder joint has over the butt joint is its strength as the rebate provides a much greater fixing area and, once glued, forms a solid corner. If you need even more strength in your joint you can combine the adhesive with screws, nails or even dowels that will further reinforce your corners.
Are biscuit joints any good?
Biscuits can be used to join the ends of boards to edge or face grain. They will definitely provide more strength than glue alone, but not a lot. If your boards are too narrow, you can reinforce the joint by adding the biscuit on the back side of the face.