By signing up you agree to receive emails from portercable with news, special offers, promotions and other information. Ideal for woodworking, furniture and cabinet making, the porter cable 4212 12inch dovetail jig kit enables cutting a wide variety of joinery for drawers, boxes, and furniture in stock from 14 to 118 inches thick with a router sold separately. Historically, these joints were cut by hand with just a saw and a chisel, and so it was a way for fine woodworkers to display their skill. These tools are as significant in producing high quality work as it can get. Woodworking tools from midsize routers and compact routers to finishing sanders and random orbit sanders, generations of woodworking professionals have trusted us for quality, performance, and value.
Repair parts home power tool parts porter cable parts porter cable misc parts porter cable 4212 type 1 12 del dovetail jig parts continue shopping proceed to checkout we sell only genuine porter cable parts. The porter cable 4212 dovetail jig is the middle of portercables 4200series of jigs, and we think its the best of the range for most users. Links to instructional videos and downloadable pdf files of user guides are provided here for your support. The importance of dovetail jigs and templates dawns on you as soon as you get into woodworking especially if your focus is furniture and cabinetry. It has all the same great features as our gfk1200 12 model, but with. How to set up and use the porter cable dovetail jig duration. Dovetail jig rave about the user friendly features. The porter cable 4216 dovetail jig can be installed on any table by tightening four cam clamps. Page 2 of portercable saw 4112, 41, 4114, 4115 user.
The porter cable 4200 series dovetail jig will help you cut these joints efficiently. Porter cable s 12inch dovetail machine is a great, sturdy little tool, perfect for smaller deskdrawersize projects. I decided to give the porter cable 4212 fixedwidth dovetail jig a try. This jig is designed with patented alignment lines and a router bit depth stop so setup is easy. Foreword porter cable base model 4112 dovetail fixture jig together with a porter cable router, templets, templet guides and router bits, can be used to produce the following types of joints. This part is missing from a bought used yeah, i know jig and is listed as. The jigs patented alignment lines and router bit depth stop simplifies setup and gets you up and running in no time. I know the size of the rub collar but am unsure which router bit is needed. Porter cable corporation 4825 highway 45 north jackson, tn 38305. Porter cable mortise and taper jig with instruction manual. Scribe the hole locations and determine whether to use nuts and bolts, or screws.
Dovetail jig dust collection jig for pc 4200 series. Dovetail jig instruction manual the model and serial no. Summary of contents of user manual for porter cable 4216. Dovetail router jigs canadian woodworking magazine. It features a design with template alignment lines as well as router bit depth gauges for easier and efficient projects. D4 user guide leigh dovetail jigs and mortise tenon jigs. Forums router forums router reference porter cable pc 4112 dovetail jig manual. Building a through dovetail drawer box using porter cable 42 jig. Ideal for woodworking, furniture and cabinet making, the porter cable 4216 12inch dovetail jig kit enables cutting a wide variety of joinery for drawers, boxes, and furniture in stock from 14 to 118 inches thick with a router sold separately. Keep harmful dust out of the air, and you and your workspace clean.
View and download portercable 4216 instruction manual online. How to set up and use a dovetail jig wood magazine. You can view your owners manual online and print it through our new service site. Router bit depth for porter cable 4212 through tail setup. This versatile jig accepts stock from 14 to 118 inch in thickness and up to 12 inches in width. The purpose of this document is to provide you with an advanced knowledge of the jig and to promote that. The 8mm shank size will significantly reduce the amount of chatter and offer a cleaner cut.
Foreword porter cable base model 4112 dovetail fixture jig together with a porter cable router, templets, templet guides and router bits, can be used to produce the following types of joints for drawers and boxes. Part one covered the initial setup of the jig, and this video provides detailed instruction on how to cut the tail portion of the through dovetail joint using the porter cable dovetail jig. Ideal for woodworking, furniture, and cabinet making, our 12in. Learn how to set up for through dovetails using a porter cable dovetail jig for joining in your woodworking shop. I hope you find this video informative and entertaining. Please note that all products are referenced by their official distribution model number on the site. A wellmade dovetail joint invariably signifies a quality piece of furniture. It is in excellent condition in the original box with none of the router bit gouges often seen in dovetail jig templates. So, you can cut notches in one piece and tails in the other in one pass and save the time, getting a perfect joint faster. Porter cable 12 dovetail jig, model 4210 woodcraft. Dec 29, 2010 i purchased the porter cable 12 dovetail jig tonight. Jun 25, 2012 the venerable dovetail joint was first created to make a strong mechanical bond when fasteners and adhesives had not evolved enough to stand up to the daily wear of a drawer on their own merit.
Forums router reference porter cable pc 4112 dovetail jig manual reply. Bottom line the portercable 4216 dovetail jig is the topoftherange jig in porter cables excellent 4200 range of dovetail jigs and comes with all the finger templates for making all the joints. How to set up a dovetail jig how it works, perfect. Once its set and snugged, it guides you to perform accurate, precision cuts. Unfollow porter cable dovetail jig to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. You can view your owners manual online and print it through our new service site, servicenet. The porter cable 4210 includes a carbidetipped dovetail bit, template guide, lock nut, and a easytofollow manual.
Porter cable 12 305 mm dovetail jig instruction manual models. Portercable portercable 4216 super jig dovetail jig, 4215. Building a through dovetail drawer box using porter. Just mark the hinge location, tack the template in place with the included brads, and make the. Instructional videos and user guides leigh dovetail jigs.
Discussion for the porter cable 4112 type 1 dovetail machine discussion is closed. Summary of contents of user manual for portercable 4216. Please enter your desired user name, your email address and other required details in the form below. Includes several sets of edge guides to machine 12, 14, and rabetted dovetail joints. The details for basic joints are found in the instruction manual for the 4212 dovetail jig, along with information regarding the use of various router bits andor templet guides, and will not be repeated in this supplemental manual. It was packed with an e10 bushing instead of the require e7 bushing. If no one knows i have a couple of dovetail bits and will try them out this weekend. Dovetails are widely viewed as a hallmark of craftsmanship, and a durable form of joinery that many view as a pinnacle of woodworking techniques. Record these numbers in the spaces below and retain for future reference. When servicing use only identical replacement parts. Porter cable 4112 halfblind dovetail jig the woodshop. Those who work with the 4210 rave about the user friendly features. The next video in the series will cover cutting the pins and sockets. Get the best deals on porter cable jigs when you shop the largest online selection at.
View and download portercable 4212 29550 instruction manual online. Discussion for the porter cable 4112 type 1 dovetail machine. This jigs heavyduty camtype clamps with sandpaperbacked locking bars provide a firm grip. Porter cable s new 12 dovetail jig will have you up and cutting dovetails in minutes. The jigs patented alignment lines and router bitdepth stop simplify set up and get you up and running in no time.
Locate the mounting holes in the rear and front of the jig. This package includes a template for halfblind, rabbeted halfblind, and sliding dovetails, and a template for through dovetails and box joints. Porter cable instruction manual dovetail jig 4210, 4212 29550. Mlcs woodworking dovetail jig set up and use youtube. Got it home and found out that the jig collar templet guide does not fit my bosch 1617 router. If you know your products model number then just enter the model number in the search field. The details for basic joints are found in the instruction manual for the 4212 dovetail jig, along with information. In following the instructions, setting the bit depth for through tails w 1732 wide bit that came with the jig. Click here to see d4r pro videos other click on the links below to view or download the complete user guide or individual chapters. Find the user manual you need for your tools and more at manualsonline. Y ou can use both the normal throughdovetail template included. I have checked several different places to see what is sold to fix the problem. View online or download portercable 4112, 41, 4114, 4115 instruction manual.
The machine sports a selfaligning edge guide and builtin slots at the base for mounting the device to your favorite workbench or table. The door hinge template can hang doors with any 14 in. Y ou can use both the normal through dovetail template included with the 4212 jig and the 42 accessory kit, and the miniature thr ough dovetail template included with the 4215 accessory kit with a clamping board. Two lock cams on the front and top of this model allow installing two wood pieces orthogonally.
How to set up and use the porter cable dovetail jig. I was given a 4112 porter cable dovetail jig but the rub collar and router bit were missing. This is an easy to follow walkthrough for the setup and use of the halfblind template for the porter cable 4216 dovetail jig. Portercable 4112, 41, 4114, 4115 instruction manual pdf. Did some research and it looked like the best for my price range so i bought it after drooling for an hour over the 24 leigh. Router forums router forums router reference porter cable pc 4112 dovetail jig manual reply. The jig is solid and produces a perfect halfblind dovetail joint everytime. The manual is somewhat confusing and i cant seem to find any videos on how to use it. Im building a ton of drawers and finally decided to purchase a porter cable dovetail jig.
Place the jig on your bench top so the front lap rests against the front of the bench top. Portercable 4212 29550 instruction manual pdf download. The vrs1200 vacuum and router support fits the porter cable 4210, porter cable 4212 and porter cable 4216. Take your time to get the setup right and follow the linked manual and youll be good to go. Repair parts home power tool parts porter cable parts porter cable misc parts porter cable 4112 type 1 dovetail machine. Porter cable 4112 12 dovetail machine with bit and bushings. I recently purchased a pc 4212 dovetail jig im new to dovetail making for a couple of chest projects. Onboard instructions provide clear user guidance for the various applications and machined aluminum templates provide superior cutting accuracy and long term. If youve put off cutting dovetails with your router because of the complicated setup of dovetail jigs, wait no longer.
George vondriska teaches you how to properly set two boards into a porter cable dovetail jig in preparation for creating a half blind dovetail joint. If you cut a lot of dovetails and you know that you will definitely want to cut the whole range of different dovetail joints, the porter cable. Dovetail jig joint combination woodworking blind template deluxe new free ship. Cut a wide variety of joinery for drawers, boxes and furniture in stock from 14 to 118 in. Our full line of polishers, laminate trimmers, dovetail and fastening tools, oscillating multitools, drill presses, planers and jointers deliver the reliability and precision you demand. The hart design gfk1800 dovetail jig gives unbelievable versatility and quality for the money. The jig came with a free vrs the vacuum attachment.
Ideal for woodworking, furniture and cabinetmaking, the porter cable 4212 12 dovetail jig kit enables cutting a wide variety of joinery for drawers, boxes, and furniture in stock from 14 to 1 18 thick with a router. If youre looking for a small production jig, the pc 4112 should suffice. Also included is a 128mm reducer for your 12 router collet. A single purpose halfblind dovetail jig like the pc 4112 makes sense for those who want to make drawers and boxes employing halfblind dovetails without a lot of fuss. Dec 30, 2017 how to set up and use the porter cable dovetail jig. Our pc 4112 came with everything you need to start dovetailing. Leigh was great about sending the require bushing but it took a week.
Leigh super 12 dovetail jig rockler woodworking and hardware. Some advice on a portercable 4212 12inch deluxe dovetail. Product photos supplied by manufacturers a wellmade jig is a real friend in any shop. Make a variety of professionalquality dovetails and joints with the portercable 12 in. I took several board feet of poplar and about 10 hours to figure this out. How to set up and use the porter cable dovetail jig youtube. What follows are my impressions as a first time dovetailer. Be sure dovetail fixture jig and work is anchored securely to prevent movement.