Router Circle Jig Edge Guide
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Router Circle Jig Edge Guide
Build a circle jig that doubles as an edge guide.
Measure
Measure up a length of 1/4 inch thick wood that will accommodate a router.
Cut Edge Guide
Measure and cut a piece of wood to use as a guide.
Cut
Cut the 1/4 inch thick wood to size.
Measure and Mark
Cut a second piece of wood that is slightly shorter than the one that will attach to the router. Mark three lines equidistant down the length of the piece.
Rout
Rout out the three lines on the top piece and a slightly wider section on the bottom piece.
Mark Holes
Mark holes for the router base.
Drill
Drill the holes.
Glue
Glue the two pieces together.
Set
Use a forstner bit to drill holes that will set the screw heads flush with the bottom of the piece.
Sand
Sand the square end of the wood to a round shape.
Oil
Use oil or varnish to protect the wood.
Drill
Drill the edge guide to accommodate hardware.
Assemble Edge Guide
To make the edge guide put the guide under the unit and fasten.
Assemble Circle Jig
To make the circle jig put the guide on top of the unit and fasten. Then fasten a screw into the center of the radius to cut a circle.