Visit the Store in IowaTips, Tools & Techniques eNote #28
Loose Tenon Joinery, Part 1
Mortise and tenon is one of the strongest joints in woodworking. But it can be a challenge at times, as it requires multiple steps. If you have a lot of joinery to complete and want a joint that is strong, fast, and repeatable, give loose tenon a try.
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Router Mortising Jig, Dimensioned Drawings Plan
Looking for an easier way to cut mortises? Try this shop-built benchtop mortising jig. When mated up with a plunge router and a solid carbide straight bit, this jig will cut 1/8″ to 1/2″ mortises in stock thickness from 1/4″ to 2-1/2″ thick and up to 3-1/2″ long. It is a perfect solution for loose tenon joinery. The jig is easily adaptable to almost any plunge router thanks to a custom platen. The 9-page set of dimensioned drawings provides all the dimensions you need to make a custom jig. It also provides a complete bill of materials and full-sized patterns for the mortise length and stock thickness labels. These patterns can be supplied to a local engraver to create your own set of scales.
Amana 1/4″ Solid Carbide Spiral Upcut Bit
The Amana Carbide-Tipped 1/4” Spiral Up-Cut bit is an excellent choice for routing dados and grooves, in particleboard, plywood and laminate. It is also an excellent choice for mortising.
Amana 3/8″ Solid Carbide Spiral Upcut Bit
The Amana Carbide-Tipped 3/8” Spiral Up-Cut bit is an excellent choice for routing dados and grooves, in particleboard, plywood and laminate. It is also an excellent choice for mortising.
Amana 1/2″ Solid Carbide Spiral Upcut Bit
The Amana Carbide-Tipped 1/2” Spiral Up-Cut bit is an excellent choice for routing dados and grooves, in particleboard, plywood and laminate. It is also an excellent choice for mortising.
