Using A Starter Pin On A Router Table

Start by drilling and tapping a 14-20 hole into your router table top or insert fairly close to the throat opening.

Using a starter pin on a router table. In hand held routing simply start by moving the router until the bearing contacts the template edge. DaninVan The RA1181 comes with the pin. Often seen recommendation to use starter pin when pattern routing on a router table but never any instructions on how to use.

The threaded rod is dead. Bought the table off Craigslist and pin was the only thing missing. Have you ever bought a router table insert or router lift and wondered what the threaded pin is for that comes with the unit.

Fulcrum pins are most commonly used with bearing guided router bits so that the bearing and fulcrum pin form two points. The table is equipped with a starter pin which is to be used when the fence is not being used. If the pin you recommended came with a 14-28 thread it would work.

Watch how to use the pins to achieve a more controlled cut. See the all new updated version of this video at httpyoutube5sDHctfXS1M. When routing solid stock like a chair leg dont route the end grain at the narrow ends of the piece.

Making a Drawer Lock Joint. Thread the starter pin into the threaded hole in the mounting plate and tighten securely with a slotted screwdriver Fig. The pin Ls a guide device used in router table woodworking.

Bosch Cabinet Style Router Table RA1171. Its very simple to route parts for a nice shape by using a router table. All things you require for the good result are a good bit and a proper template.