Jim’s Routing Fixture

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Added on December 7, 2010

From: Jim Rimmer

Location: Seabrook, TX

Amateur or Pro: Amateur

Finish Used: Shellac

Wood Species: Baltic Birch

Project Description:
I searched the web for tools to hold small parts while routing and couldn’t find anything so this is what I came up with. I used toggle clamps with 200# holding force. I drilled multiple mounting holes to move the clamps around for different configurations and added a strip of sandpaper for extra grip. I got the clamps at MSC but they are available from many sources and have different styles with different “under the clamp” clearances. Rather than buy multiple clamps, I made riser blocks for use when I have thick pieces to hold.

Discussion

David Young December 7, 2010 12:23 pm

This is very similar in concept to a coping sled. Good job!

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Mike M December 7, 2010 2:27 pm

This is exactly what I need for a project I am working on now. If you don’t mind, I may borrow your design as well!

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Ben December 7, 2010 9:05 pm

Some kind of handle would be a nice improvement for easier maneuvering.

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Larry Clinton December 7, 2010 10:25 pm

Good idea! It’s a simple solution to a well known problem. There are some similar jigs commercially available but I like the simplicity and versatility of yours. A handle would be helpful, too, but it doesn’t have to be anything fancy. You just need something to help you hold on to it. That piece of wood in the third picture would do. Good thinking, Jim.

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Bryan Huot December 9, 2010 11:45 am

Nicely done…a great little addition!

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Peter December 9, 2010 12:13 pm

Watch out with the sandpaper near the edge. If the router cutter even goes close to that you could be looking at a nicked or dulled cutter….

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Lori December 9, 2010 2:21 pm

Great shop tool…I have a few of those clamps laying around…this is just what I need to be more safe with small parts!!! Ty…I may borrow this design too!!! :) ~Lori

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Jim’s Routing Fixture

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