This is a trend
pocket hole jig, you can buy them in many shapes and sizes and they are
very useful. They guide a drill in at an angle, this drills a 'pocket
hole' Click here to have a look at some of their uses.
Firstly I adjusted the 2
guides, I did this using the allen key provided with the jig. I set them
close together as the wood I was using was relatively narrow.
I set the collar provided
on the drill bit. It's important that you set this to the right depth.
If you set it too high up you will hit the base of the jig and also go
through the wood.
The jig has a toggle clamp
attached I set this and clamepd the wood up-right in the jig.
Drill the holes. Using the
guides - the drill should be set to a fast speed.
The pocket holes should
look something like this (Without the cheesy grin!)
Before screwing the workpieces
together clamp them down to a surface - this will creat a flush, strong
joint.
You have to use special
pocket hole screws, these are self tapping and don't split the wood. They
have flat heads. Usually they are square drive - this is good and prevents
slipping, though you do need a special driver bit (Usually supplied)
Drive the screw home, don't
over do it as it may well split the wood - just snug it up.
This is the completed joint.
I joined some pine and oak together. The results are strong, Professional
and accurate. This jig is fantasic - it produces very quick and fool-proof
pocket holes.