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Joinaboardjointing jigEnd to end dovetailing

Slotterstheir applications

Surf for successThe aims of the Trend web site

AUTUMN 2000

Routingwith the

Nova SystemWide range of profiling options

Airshieldrespirator

A breath of fresh air

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WE DON’T CUT CORNERSBUT...YOU CAN!

Recognised as the original pioneers ofrouting technology, the essence of ourthinking has always been that toolingshould be supreme in both quality andperformance.

In order to meet this concept, we subjectour router cutters to rigorous testing tocomply with the Holz BG Internationalstandard for safety and engineeringquality. A combination of the latestmachining technology and high standards

in quality control, ensure that Trend toolscontinue to be the leaders in routingperformance.

Trend router cutters, machines andaccessories are available through anetwork of stockists throughout the UK.

Freephone 0800 487363 for your free 2001 Routing Catalogue and details of your nearest stockist.

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Innovative ideas and products havealways been a major factor in Trendscontinuing success as the UK’s leadingrouting and power tool accessorysuppliers.Once again Trend have endorsed thisconcept by introducing several newproducts that are not only innovativebut push the existing boundarys ofrouting technology even further forward.I hope that this fourth edition ofINProfile again helps in informing allrouter users, professional or amateur,not only of the unique and extensiverange of Trend products, but of many ofthe advantages and benefits that routingcan offer to all woodworkers, both inindustry and in the home.

John PerkinsEditor

16 On the EdgeAn insight into the range ofslotting and grooving cutters andtheir applications

19 Smart IdeasComputerised routing on theupgraded CNC SMART

20 Jig MakingTips and ideas for making yourown routing jigs

22 Simply SnappyThe many and variedapplications of Snappy products

25 New CuttersAdditions to Trend’s cutter range

4 SupernovaIntroducing a unique concept inrouter cutter engineering

8 Marble ManiaTraditional games to make withyour router

10 Take a DeepBreathCreating a healthier workshopwith the new Airshieldrespirator

12 Furniture Focus 4Inlaying strings and bandings

14 On-Site 4Underfloor access, the easy way

26 End to EndA look at the new Joinaborddovetail jig

28 Surf for SuccessWhat the Trend web site hasto offer

30 Routing CoursesA review of courses inEdinburgh and St Albans, anda national guide to Trendsponsored routing courses

Editor John Perkins

Technical advisorsMiles Davey Neil McMillan Jim PhillipsTom RogersJohn Tigg

Design/layout Emma Hughes

Illustrators Terry AveryNeal Martinez

Contributors Gordon WarrBill CainAdam BlackJohn Harrington

PhotographyPhotoworksPerkins Mayow Design Matthew Shepherd

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Freephone: 0800 4 TREND(0800 487363) Fax: 01923 [email protected] www.trend-uk.com2001 Published by Trend Machineryand Cutting Tools Ltd. All rightsreserved. No part of this publicationmay be reproduced, stored ortransmitted in any form without priorpermission. Our policy of continuousimprovements means thatspecifications may change withoutnotice. Trend Machinery and CuttingTools Ltd cannot be held liable for anymaterial rendered unusable, or for any

form of consequential loss.

in thisissue

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by Neil McMillan

Cutter body type A- Self-guiding CutterType A self-guiding cutters are fittedwith high quality ball races that guidethe cutter accurately against bothstraight or curved workpieces ortemplate edges. On assembly, thecutter body is fitted with one of twoalternative cages, concave or convex,depending on the cutter profile to beused. The cage securely holds theblades into the cutter body.Each carbide blade is etched with thecorrect cage symbol, cutter body andblade reference, to ensure that thecorrect blade can be easily selectedand safely fitted.

Cutter body type B- Plain Panel CutterType B cutters are used for freehandrouting or when the router is guidedby a side-fence or guide bush.Again, each carbide blade is etchedwith the blade reference to ensurethat the correct blade can be easilyselected and safely fitted.

SUPERNOVA!

It is not often that a completelynew concept in router cuttertechnology is created. Bylaunching the new Nova System,Trend have introduced aninnovative product that is notonly versatile and economical,but retains the tradition ofquality and precision that issynonymous with the Trendrouter cutter range.

Trend’s Nova System offers awide range of profiling optionsfrom just two router cutters

simply by using alternative cutterbody variations. Each cutter carries apair of detachable blades that can besimply and easily exchanged foralternative blades allowing coves,ogee, ovolo and most othertraditional moulding profiles to be cutwith the router.

The difference between the two bodyoptions is that while one is self-guiding, the other is a plain cutter foruse with the side-fence or otherguide systems. While the plain cutterhas five profile options including bevel,cove and a classic decor, the self-guiding range has twenty three profileoptions, ranging from chamfer, beveland bead, through to ogee and ovolo.

The system is available in fourshank sizes, 1/4", 8mm, 12mm and1/2" and can be used in hand-held

or table mountedrouters.

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Profile Choices for Cuttertype B

Profile Choices for Cuttertype A

Why choose the NovaSystem?The Nova Replaceable Blade Systemoffers several advantages over traditionalbrazed tip cutters, these include:

■ An extended working life due to theuse of more durable grades of carbide.

■ Improved performance, finish andaccuracy, in particular when routing highlyabrasive materials, due to the combinationof superior materials and qualityengineering.■ A high degree of flexibility and versitilitydue to an extensive range of interchangeableblade profiles.

■ Reductions in cutter replacementcosts as well as time consuming andcostly re-sharpening.■ Greater cost effectiveness inmaintaining consistant cutter diametersand profiles, resulting in higher standardsof production and quality control.

Chamfer Flat RoundOver

Cove Cavetto

Classic Classicwith quirk

ClassicDecor

Cavettowith quirk

BeadOvolo

Bead Ovolowith quirk

RoundOver

Ovolo

V Groove Fine V Groove

Cove ClassicDecor

Ogee Ogee with quirk

RomanOgee

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Assembly of Cutter A1. Holding the cutter securely (wearthin leather gloves to protect yourfingers), loosen the nut with thespanner and remove it from thespindle. Remove the spring washer,ball bearing, safety cage and theblades from the cutter body.

2. Clean the slots of the cutter with abrush and clean the bearing andother parts with a soft cloth,removing resin deposits with asuitable solvent (do not soak theguide bearing in solvent).

3. Choose the appropriate profileblades and insert one into each sloton either side of the cutter body.Ensure that the blades register overthe locating pins in each slot.

4. Choose the safety cage to matchthe blade profile. Fit the safety cageon the cutter body, ensuring that theblades slide into the slots in the cagebase. Press against the chip limiteredge of each blade in turn to ensurethat the cutting edges protrudeequally from the cutter body.

5. Fit the ball bearing, spring washerand lock nut. Ensure that both bladesare fully located before tighteningfully.

Assembly of Cutter B1. Holding the cutter securely, use thehex key provided to undo the twogrub screws that lock the blades inplace. As you feel the blades release,pull each out in turn from the side,tipping them to clear the locating pin.

2. Clean the slots of the cutter bodywith a brush. Clean the body andother parts with a soft cloth andremove resin deposits with a suitablesolvent.

3. Choose the appropriate profileblades and insert one into each sloton either side of the cutter body (itis not possible to insert from thenose of the cutter). Slide the blade

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

1.

2.

3.

4.

along the slot, tipping it to registerover the locating pin.

4. Press against the chip limiter edgeof each blade in turn to ensure thatboth cutting edges protrude equallyfrom the cutter body. Partiallytighten both grub screws beforechecking that both blades arecorrectly located and then fullytighten. IP


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Nova SetsTrend Nova cutter set NT/SET/ABincludes one type A cutter, onetype B cutter, 5 pairs of alternativeblade profiles, a spanner and hexkey. Blade profiles can alsobe purchasedseparately.

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Edge Mouldingusing the T9Nova type A self guidingcutters are fitted withquality guide bearings toensure accuracy andreliability when runningagainst the edge of theworkpiece or atemplate.

Grooving using the T5 and NT/BNova type B cutters are for use when the side-fence, a guide bush or a straight edge is used toguide the router.

Edge Moulding with the CRT Router TableBoth type A or type B cutters can be used in table mountedrouters and other fixed head machines or machining centres.(Guard removed for clarity)

Each replaceable carbide blade isetched with the part number foreasy identification. The cutter typeA blades are also marked with therelevant safety cage symbol in orderthat the correct cage is used witheach blade.For maximum safety both cuttersare designed with chip limitation,the back edge of each blade acting asa chip limiter for the cutting edges.When handling blades take care notto cut your fingers. Ideally wear thinleather (gardening) gloves forprotection.

Safety First

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Storage formarbles insideramps

Slideboard tosupportrouter

Router guidebatten

Backing board to prevent breakout

Workpiecemovedalong foreach cut

Clampingblock

Supportbattens

Targetarches

25mm

18mm

18mm

18mm

48mm

48mm

48mm

25mm

75mm

25mm

25mm

25mm

39mm

39mm

39mm

25mm

330mm25mm

by Gordon Warr

Material required Hardwood Blocks x 1 330 x 75 x 35mm

(Finished size)Hardwood Blocks x 2 330 x 75 x 25mm

(Finished size)

To cut the marble run archesaccurately, make up a simple jigto support the router and guide itat right angle across the timber.

marbleman a

Marble Run GameMark out the position and size ofeach arch on the rectangular block.Cut away as much waste as possiblewith a saw before securing theblock in a vice and clamping the jigto it. Cut each arch in turnselecting different radius covecutters for each size.Cut the ramp to size and rout the

marble groove, using a 31.5mmradius cove cutter (ref 13/6), alongthe inclined face cutting to a depthof 10mm. For storing the marbles,drill an 18mm diameter hole intothe back of the ramp using a longauger bit and fit a pivoted flap to

cover the end.

Two traditional marble gamesto make with your router

30mm

25mm

20mm

330mm

25mm

75mm

40mm

40mm

330mm

40mm

25mm

35mm

12mm

75mm

These games are easy to makeusing cove cutters for the inclinedramp, arches and solitaire board.

Both are ideally made from hardwood,beech is best, but here’s a chance to useup some of those off-cuts. Each piecemust be carefully cut to size and planedsquare before marking out the position ofthe arches and hollows. The marbles usedfor the two games are approximately16mm diameter.


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To reduce the wear on your cutters,saw out the waste from areas such asthe scoring arches.

For safety and accuracy, it is advisable to cut theinclined ramp grooves of the Marble Run on arouter table. If using the router handheld, fit asecond side-fence to keep the groove centred.

Material required Hardwood 16mm by 200mm squareSelf-adhesive felt pads x 4

Solitaire GameAn excellent method of holding thewood when routing the solitaireboard, is to mount it on a squareblock of scrap timber using double-sided tape. It can then be securelyheld in a vice.Routing the HollowsStarting at the centre of the squarepiece of timber, use a bradawl tomark each centre point at 20mmcentres. As the router is to bepositioned manually, it is best to starteach hollow using a countersink bit,preferably mounted in a piller drill.This will help to locate the covecutter accurately over each point.Each hollow is then plunge cut usinga cove cutter mounted in the router(suggest cutter ref 13/2, C056 orNova tool B and blade B53). Set thedepth of cut to leave a hollow 5mmdeep. Both the outer edge of theboard and the marble retaininggroove are cut using a suitable beamtrammel fitted to the router. Withthe Trend T5 router a separatetrammel point is provided for fittingto one of the side-fence rods.

Ensure that the centre point islocated securely in the centrehollow.The marble retaining groove is cutto an internal diameter of 150mmand a depth of 5mm, using thesame cove cutter as used for thehollows.Trimming the Board EdgeThe outer edge of the board canbe trimmed using a two flutestraight cutter guided by the beamtrammel.The cove around thebottom edge is cut using a bearingguided cove cutter (Suggest cutterref 46/260, C060 or Nova tool Aand blade A11).

20mm

20mm

20mm20mm

195mm150mm

5mm

5mm

4 x felt pads

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Visor with visor

overlay

Switch

Sweatband(inside)

Battery Headband

HeadbandAdjustmentKnob

Fan/MotorUnit

How it WorksThe Airshield works by circulatinga constant flow of filtered clean airover the operators face, allowingthem to breath normally withoutinhaling harmful particles. Therespirator has a minimum air flowrate of 140 litres per minute,although when fully charged this isincreased to as much as 180 litresper minute. To ensure that therespirator continues to perform tothese safe levels, the air flow ratecan be regularly checked using theairflow indicator supplied with theunit.One other major benefit of using afan assisted respirator rather thangoggles, plain visors and dust masks(those of you who wear spectacleswill know what I mean), is that it

Neil McMillan explains why the newAirshield respirator is an essential partof the woodworker’s tool kit

Autumn 2000

The Health and SafetyExecutive (HSE) classifies allwood dusts as toxic and

possibly harmful, especially when aperson is exposed to it for longperiods. As well as the risk posed bydust itself there is also the risk ofmaterial being ejected under forceduring any machining operation,possibly resulting in serious facial andeye injuries.It is therefore essential to wearprotection against these dangers,ideally in the form of a combinedrespiratory filter and full face visor.The new Trend Airshield batterypowered respirator and visor offersboth, incorporating a clear viewpolycarbonate visor for full eye andface protection from impact, together

with a fan poweredrespirator to filterharmful dust fromthe atmosphere.

The Airshield issupplied in a drawstring plastic bag tokeep it clean whennot in use.

One 4 hour batteryand battery chargerare also included.

prevents the visor (or your glasses)from misting up.The respirator is fitted with dualfiltration, circulating the contaminatedair through both a pre-filter and mainfilter to remove a high percentage ofair-born particles. The air is drawnthrough the unit by a motor/fandesigned specifically to ensure quietrunning and power efficiency.Powered by a rechargeable four hourNiCad battery that can be detachedfor recharging, the unit is designed toaccommodate an optional secondfour hour battery to upgrade therunning time to eight hourscontinuous. Alternatively onebattery can be removed andrecharged, ready to be exchanged forthe other to provide continuous

take adeep

breath

Filters

RearComfortPad

Ratchet

Face Seal

by Neil McMillan

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ApplicationsProviding both respiratory and eyeprotection, the Trend Airshield is idealfor professional and amateurwoodworkers, for generalwoodworking as well as routing,turning, carving, sanding and finishing.It will also prove beneficial to manyother industries, hobbies andactivities where there is a constantrisk of dust inhalation and facialinjury. These include agriculture,engineering, pottery/ceramics, building(paint and wood sanding, brick dust,cement and insulation materials),dental laboratories and the aerospaceindustry.

An airflow indicator is supplied to allowtesting of the airflow to ensure that therespirator meets the minimum airflowrequirement of 140 litres per minute.

Pre-Filter BenefitsCirculating the air initially through a largepre-filter not only increases the protectionand performance of the respirator but alsoincreases the life of the main filter andtherefore helps to reduce maintenanceand running costs. The pre-filter is anopen mesh static filter which attracts dustover a large area, preventing the main filterfrom clogging more frequently.

The THP2 main filter snaps easily over the front of the motor housing and is retained by four press studs.

IP

running.The polycarbonate visor is mountedon a fully adjustable headband toensure a comfortable fit even whenworn for long periods. A soft faceseal ensures comfort as well asmaintaining positive pressure to sealthe visor and prevent debris orcontaminated air entering the visorarea. The clear visor can be flipped upwhen not required (i.e. having left thecontaminated area) and is fitted with adisposable overlay to protect itssurface from abrasion over a longerperiod.

AccessoriesAir wipescleaning wipes for respirator (AIR/WIPE) 4 hour battery (AIR/4)Replacement 240V charger (AIR/5/UK)Replacement THP2 fine filter packpack of three (AIR/1)Replacement pre-filterpack of three (AIR/2)

Replacement visor overlayclear - pack of ten (AIR/3C)Replacement visor overlaygreen - pack of ten (AIR/3G)

Woodturner’s spare pack1 off THP2 filter3 off pre-filters10 off clear visor overlays1 off face seal (AIR/WSP)

www.trend-uk.com/airshield

ApprovalThe Airshield is type approved according toEuropean Directive 89/686/EEC by InspectionCertification, notified body number 0194. Theapprovals being to BS EN166 and BS EN146.BS EN166:1995 - is the harmonised Standardfor eye protection (low energy impact). Thismeans that the visor and frame of theAirshield will withstand low energy impact bya high speed foreign object.BS EN146:1992 THP2 - is the harmonisedStandard for respiratory protection to ClassTHP 2. The respiratory protection offered bya respirator is expressed as the NominalProtection Factor (NPF). A value of NP20allows no more than one particle in every 20through.

Airshield Features■ Large pre-filter and main filter for

greater particle retention andefficiency

■ Wide visor/frame for good visibilityand strength

■ Fully adjustable head frame to suitmost crown sizes

■ Floating head-frame pivot assemblyfor user comfort

■ Well balanced and light weight forease of use and comfort

■ Incorporates rear comfort pad andsweatband brow deflector

■ Easily accessible switch and batterycompartment(s)

■ Flip-up visor for convenience ■ Soft face seal■ Eight hours continuous use upgrade

option■ Easily replaceable motor/fan

assembly■ Contour fitting visor overlays

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by Tom Rogers

Decorative inlaid bandings,strings or lines aretraditionally used to enhance

the appearance of veneered furniture,both as a form of decoration in theirown right or as a means to break upflat plain surfaces such as table topsand door panels. For the latter theyare commonly used to produce anedge margin or to define or disguisethe joint line when changing the graindirection, pattern or type of panelveneer (i.e. cross grain edge veneers).

MaterialsBandings and strings can be cut frommany different materials, althoughplain or composite timber strip ismost often used. Composite bandingsare made up by sandwiching slips ofcontrasting or coloured timbersbetween surface veneers. These arethen crosscut to produce a chevron,rope, arrowhead, chequered or otherface patterns. Strings or lines aresimply cut as thin strips of timber orother material, or as compositestrings cut from three thicknesses ofveneer (i.e. light outer veneers with acontrasting dark inner veneer).Bandings and strings are available from leading veneer and woodworking suppliers, while thin

section plastic and metal strip (brass, copper and aluminium) canoften be obtained from modelmakingmaterial suppliers.Inlaying involves cutting a shallowrecess, the exact width of the stringor banding, into the surface of the wood or surface veneers allowing itto lie flush. All bandings are generallyof similar thickness to surfaceveneers, about 0.7mm - 0.9mm whilestrings may be a little thicker.However, both should be set fractionally proud of the surroundingsurface to allow fortrimming flush afterthe glue has dried.

Cutting the RecessTraditionally this recess would havebeen cut by hand using a scratch stock or plough plane. However, therouter, fitted with a suitable diametercutter is now more frequently usedfor this purpose. There are a numberof cutters suitable for cutting inlayrecesses in the Trend range. Bothsingle and two flute cutters can beused for this purpose, but it isimperative that they are kept finelyhoned to ensure that the edge of therecess is cut sharp and clean.

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Inlay CuttersSingle flute2/01 2/02 2/10 2/12 Two flute 3/10 3/11 3/03 Your selection will dependon the width of thebanding or string, thesecan vary from 1.5mm to12mm or even wider.12

furniturefocusTom Rogers suggestsways to enhance paneldoors using inlays

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Fitting Bandings & StringsStrings or banding are simply glued into thecut recess, making sure that they are flushor fractionally proud of the surroundingsurface. PVA and other woodworkingadhesives are suitable for most timberinlays, whereas plastics and metals mayneed to be fixed with impact or epoxyresin adhesives. While drying, place a layerof thin polythene over the work and clampit beneath a flat surface to ensure that thebanding or string lays flat and even. Tofinish your workpiece simply sand (orscrape) the surface flush and smoothbefore applying a suitable finish. IP

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Internal and external templatesare used when repeating inlayrecess patterns on a number ofsimilar patterns.

Clamp Guide can be fitted quicklyto guide the router accurately.

Use the side-fence when cuttingrecesses parallel to the edge ofthe workpiece.

Fitted with the sliding base platethe Pro Track ensures accuracywhen routing long lengths.

Always take into account the graindirection to ensure that it does nottear out along the edge of the recess.When cutting inlay recesses, the routercan be guided by either an internal orexternal template, the side-fence orrun against a straight edge clampedacross the surface of the workpiece.Alternatively, the use of either theTrend Pro Track or Clamp Guidesystems eliminate the problems ofsnagging and inaccuracy often experienced when using separate cramps to attach a straight edge or batten. For large projects, the ProTrack fitted with its router baseplateprevents the router running off line,while for smaller or more intricatework, the Clamp Guide can be fittedand repositioned quickly and accurately.Whichever method is used it willalways be necessary to square theexternal corners of the cut recess witha sharp chisel to remove the radius leftby the cutter.

Balance and proportionWhen using inlays to break up a largepanel or flush door, it is commonpractice to mirror the proportions of atraditional panelled door by making thetop and vertical side margins of equalwidth, but increasing the width of thebottom and centre margins. This helpsto produce a far more balanced andpleasing effect.

Corner DesignsAs an alternative to simple squarecorners, a more decorative andinteresting appearance can be gained bycreating different designs or patterns atthe corners. These can be achievedquite easily using pre-cut templates orby careful rearrangement of thestraight edge or guide track, dependingon the user’s imagination and expertise.

Use a sharp chisel to remove the rounded corner left bythe router cutter, taking care not to widen the recess.

Carefully check the spacing and direction of thepattern before mitring or cutting the banding tolength. Some patterns such as chevron may appearneater if layed in opposite directions into the corner.

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14 INProfile

Miles Davey explainshow to gain underflooraccess the easy way

When it comes to cuttingholes in floors - deadeasy! An off-cut of ply

or chipboard, a few short lengths ofsoftwood, half a dozen two inchscrews, maybe a few choice words, asI said, easy.Of course that’s forgetting theelectric cable you cut through andthe pierced water pipe that broughtthe kitchen ceiling down!

Now, how about the really easy way,the Trend Routabout. A truly uniqueproduct for gaining underflooraccess. Easy and safe to use, doesthe job quickly and professionally andleaves you with a neat flush coverthat provides instant access the nexttime you need it.

4by Miles Davey

Old Way Compared to the traditionalmethod that is time and labourconsuming and likely to squeakevery time it’s walked on, theRoutabout is undoubtedly themodern answer to an age oldproblem.

New WayUsing the Routaboutsystem is very quick. Ittakes about five minutesto cut and complete theaccess hole. A neat flushsurface is left that won’tbe noticeable under afitted carpet, and it won’tgive way even under heavydomestic loads.

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What will I Need?You will need a Routabout jig, cutterand a stepped insert ring. These areall in the Routabout kit, all you haveto do is select the kit to suit thefloor thickness, either 18mm or22mm.

You will need a router of at least750 watts that will take a 1/4 inchor 1/2 inch shank cutter(Routabout kits are available with1/4 or 1/2 inch shank cutters).

You will also need a 30mmdiameter guide bush. If youcannot buy one to fit your routeryou can use the Trend UNIBASEfitted with a Trend guide bush.

What you won’t need is a piece ofspare flooring as the Routabout usesthe off-cut removed when cuttingthe hole.

ROUTABOUT KITS:1 x ROUTABOUT Template3 x Spacer Rings1 x Special TC Router Cutter

for 18mm THICK FLOORSwith 1/4” shank cutter RBT/1with 1/2” shank cutter RBT/2

for 22mm THICK FLOORSwith 1/4” shank cutter RBT/3with 1/2” shank cutter RBT/4

REPLACEMENT RINGS:for 18mm THICK FLOORSPACK of 10 RBTRNG18/10PACK of 100 RBTRNG18/100PACK of 250 RBTRNG18/250

for 22mm THICK FLOORSPACK of 10 RBTRNG22/10PACK of 100 RBTRNG22/100PACK of 250 RBTRNG22/250

REPLACEMENT CUTTERS:for 18mm THICK FLOORSwith 1/4” shank RBT/CUT/1with 1/2” shank RBT/CUT/2

for 22mm THICK FLOORSwith 1/4” shank RBT/CUT/3with 1/2” shank RBT/CUT/4

REPLACEMENT TEMPLATERBT/PLATE

2. With the guide bush and cutter fitted to the router, place the router ontothe jig, locating the guide bush in its seating. The Tungsten Carbide Tipped cutteris stepped to produce a groove within a wider groove. The depth isautomatically set to either 18mm or 22mm by a guide bearing attached to thecutter body, this prevents the cutter from going any deeper (missing those pipesand cables!). Rotate the router around the centre screw in a clockwisedirection, cutting to the full depth in a series of shallow steps until the cutterbreaks through.

How does it Work?

1. The diameter of thefinished access hole will be250mm. Carefully mark thecentre point of the circle, ifpossible positioning the accesshatch between the floor joists.Screw the Routabout jig tothe floor, using a single No 8screw at the centre point toact as a pivot.

What is Available?

3. When cut, the waste piece issupported by the wings of the jig.The stepped cutter automatically cutsa rebated edge on the waste piece aswell as around the edge of the hole.Fit the plastic insert ring into theaccess hole and turn the waste pieceover. Drop it into the ring and it willlie flush with the floor surface. Nonails, no screws, just a neat job withthe minimum of fuss. IP

www.trend-uk.com/routabout

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When jointing,recessing,inlaying or

profiling straight or curvededges, slotting cuttersoffer a flexible alternativeto vertical flute cutters.Mounted on a separatearbor, they can be usedsingularly to cut veryprecise slots or grooves,or stacked to producecustomised cutting widthsand profiles. Interspersedwith bearings, spacers andshims, both the depth andwidth of the assembledcutter can be adjusted toproduce clean and definedprofiles to very precisetolerances.

on theedgeJohn Perkins takesyou through therange of groovingand slottingcutters available

Trend 12mm Stack system The 12mm Stack system (Trend ref.33/1) consists of a 45mm long arborwith either a 3/8 or 1/2 inch shank.The arbor is complete with fourspacers and a locknut. These arborscan be used to make up heavy dutycutter assemblies using 12mm borecutters and guide bearings.

Square Tip SlottersSlotting cutters consist of a flat steeldisc or blade tipped with two or moretungsten carbide teeth. Each tooth isground to an exact width and precisecutting and clearance angles to ensurethat waste material clears quickly andfreely. Slotting cutters are available indiameters of 16, 36, 40 and 50 mm foruse on 6.3 mm (1/4 inch) arbors and40, 50, 86 and 100 mm diameters foruse on 12mm arbors.

ArborsStandard and heavy duty arbors to suitcutter bore diameters of 6.3 and 12mmrespectively are available, each suppliedwith a set of spacers of variouswidths. Fine adjustment on botharbors is achieved by the use of shims,available in a range of 6 thicknesses,0.1, 0.3, 0.4, 0.6, 0.8 and 1mm. Extraspacers to fit 12mm diameter arborsare available in sets of 1, 2, 3, 4, 6.3 and10mm thicknesses. Both arbors areavailable with 3/8 and 1/2 inch shanks,while the standard 6.3mm arbor is alsoavailable with a 1/4 inch or 8mm shank.

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Guide bearingsGuide bearings are used to set thedepth of the cut and to guide thecutter against the edge of the

workpiece. Changing a bearing forone of a different diameter willchange the depth of cut, the smaller

the bearing diameter the deeper thecut. When fitting bearings alwayscheck that shims or spacers are fittedcorrectly to provide clearancebetween the outer rim of the bearingand the adjacent cutter, allowing thebearing to turn freely.Remember that guide bearings cannotbe re-lubricated. Avoid washing themin solvent or other solution that maydissolve the grease. Once the greaseis removed, it cannot be replaced.Guide bearings should be checkedfrequently and replaced if indication ofseizing or excessive play is apparent.

M12 Threaded arbor system These arbors and threaded borecutters (Trend refs. 33/10 & 33/20)are designed for flush recessing toproduce capillary slots and weatherseal grooves when making door andwindow frames. The cutter is usedwith a suitable diameter guide bushafter the framehas beenrebated.

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Using slotting cuttersRather than plunge cutting, slottingand grooving cutters are fedhorizontally into the edge of thework. Not only does this produce avery precise depth and line of cut,but allows the router to besupported and balanced on the faceof the work rather than the narrowedge.Slotting cutter assemblies can beguided by a side fence, runningagainst the straight edge of the work,however the ability to fit a guidebearing in any position on the arbor,allows far more flexibility.

Generally when using slottingcutters, the cut is taken to its fulldepth in a single pass. Howeverwhen using large assemblies of threeor more wide cutters, the cut can bemade in several passes, using eitherthe side fence or alternative sizebearings to limit the depth of cut foreach pass.Smaller slotting cutters and cutterassemblies can be used in eitherhand-held or fixed table routers, butfor both accuracy and safety,assemblies with four or more cuttersare more suitable for table routingor other fixed head routing systems(i.e. machining centres).Cutter assemblies up to 50mm canbe run at full router speed whilelarger diameter cutter speeds shouldnot exceed those recommended bythe manufacturer (i.e. 86mm and100mm run at maximum of12000rpm).

Always assemble cutters withcare, first checking that the arboris free of burrs or scratches andthe lock nut threads are clean andundamaged. Check that eachcutter is facing the correct way,against the rotation of the router.To reduce the risk of flexing,always fit the cutters as close tothe shank end of the arbor aspossible and when stacking cuttersalways offset each cutter (i.e. twocutters on arbor set at 90° to eachother) to reduce the impact forceof the cut.Take care not to cross thread thelocknut before tightening it firmlyto prevent the arbor turning in thecutter bore. When fitting guidebearings always use spacers orshims to prevent the tips of smalldiameter cutter from touchingeither the bearing case or adjacentcutters.

tips

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Special purposecutters and cutterassemblies

Bearing Guided Tongue andGroove Cutter Set(Trend ref 337)Consisting of two slotting cutters(6.35mm and 10mm kerf), fitted oneither an 8mm or 1/2 inch arbor,these cutters can be used to cut boththe tongue and groove profiles of thejoint on timber up to 22mm thick.A 22mm diameter bearing is suppliedto produce a depth of cut of 9.5mm.

Quadriset Groover Set(Trend ref QUADx1/2)

The Quad groover offers thefacility to cut infinitely variablegroove widths up to 18.35mm.Consisting of a 12mm arborand four grooving cutters of3.2, 4, 4.8 and 6.35mmwidths, it comes complete

with a 22mm diameterguide bearingand a set of

nine shims.

BiscuitJointing

Cutter Set(Trend ref 342)

The use of biscuit dowels madeof compressed timber, are regularlyused to form joints in both naturaltimbers and man-made materials.This method of jointing can easily

be carried out using the routerfitted with a suitable widthslotting cutter (4mm) and

arbor. Alternative diameterbearings allow recesses of differentdepths to be cut to suit the threecommon biscuit sizes of 0 , 10and 20. All three biscuits sizesrequire a groove width of 4mm.

V-Joint Matchlining Cutters(Trend ref 338 & 339)Using a square tipped cutter to

produce the groove,matchlining cutters

have a secondchamfered edge cutter

to cut the v-joint profile.To cut both interlocking

profiles, the slotting cutter isexchanged for one of a

different diameter and theguide bearing is re-positioned on the arbor.

Suitable for material between 10to 17mm using a 4mm groovingcutter and 15 to 23mm using a6.3mm grooving cutter.

Finger Joint Cutter Set(Trend ref 866)This cutter is used for joining timbereither end to end or edge to edge,leaving both faces absolutely flush.The set consists of five tapered toothslotting cutters, allowing timberup to 36mm to be jointed.These cutters are mountedon a 1/2 inch shank arboralong with a taperedtooth buttingcutter and a28mmguidebearing.

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Comb Joint Cutter Set(Trend ref 876)Ideal for small box work, the setcomprises five square tooth slottingcutters mounted on a 1/2 inch shankarbor with shims and spacers. Threeguide bearings are supplied with 28, 29and 34mm diameters. This cuttershould only be used in a tablemounted router and issuitable for timberwidths up to40mm. IP

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One of the majoradvancements inworkshop

technology is the introductionof Computer Aided Machineryat a cost that is affordable toeven the smallest woodworkingand engineering (plastics, foamand non-ferrous metal)workshop.

Fitted with a 2 horse powerHigh Frequency routing head,the CNC SMART conformsto European Regulations forthe safety and control of CNCmachines. For operational simplicity,the CNC SMART uses standard ISOG Code language to control themovement of the routing head.Programming versatility is achievedusing Trend Draw and Engrave Proand Draw and Engrave Standard orone of the many other 3rd partyCAD/CAM software programs.(Please note:Third party programsmay require modification to theirstandard output drivers, pleasecontact Trend Technical Departmentfor further assistance).

The Trend CNC SMART has beendeveloped to handle a wide range ofapplications and materials. Theseinclude routing natural timbers andman-made boards, plastics, highdensity foam and aluminium. With apositional accuracy of 0.01mm it isequally at home drilling andmachining printed circuit boards forthe electronics industry.

smart ideas

Signwriting in natural timbers

3D Shaping of foam materials

Machining aluminium apertures

Cutting perspex shapes

Drilling circuit boards

The user friendly keyboardfitted to the CNC SMART

John Tigg,TechnicalManager at Trend,introduces the latestversion of theirComputer AidedMachining Centre -the CNC SMART.

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Fitted with either the optionalvacuum or mechanical clampingfacility the Trend CNC SMART is ahighly versatile and affordablemachine that provides the ideal basisfor the batch production of smallcomponents. IP

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by Jim Phillips

routing workshop jig making

Threaded inserts, tee-nuts,star knobs and lockinglevers as well as toggle,pivot and end socketclamps can be incorporatedinto jigs to make them easyto use and to ensure thatthe work is held securely. Arange of these componentsis available from Trend.

1 Hinge JigHinge recesses can be cut quickly andprecisely using the router fitted with aguide bush and a straight flute cutter.The jig consists of a template fitted toa hardwood batten. The template iscut to suit specific hinge lengths,allowing for the guide bush margin.This margin is the difference betweenthe cutter diameter and the outsidediameter of the guide bush.To calculate the margin deduct thecutter diameter from the guide bushdiameter and divide by two (i.e.24 mm - 18mm ÷ 2 = 3mm).Cut the template fromPerspex allowingadequate width and length toprevent the router from tipping.Rout a slot across each end andcountersink these to takethe mounting bolt heads.Cut the template opening

equal to the hinge length and add theguide bush margin (3mm) to each end.At the centre of the opening, score aline across the back of the template(centre line).Cut a 40 x 45mm hardwood batten tolength and drill two holes equal to thespacing between the mounting bolt slotson the template. Secure the templateto the batten using M6 star knobs.

Fit the guide bush and cutter to the router and set the depth of cut to suit thethickness of the hinge. Cut the recess by making a fine pass along the frontedge to reduce breakout, before removing the rest of the waste. Check the fitof the hinge before squaring the recess corners with a sharp chisel.

Making Jigs and guides toaccurately align and hold theworkpiece or control the

precise path of the router, is anessential part of routing. They canconsiderably reduce the time involvedin carrying out any operation and thechances of making mistakes.However any jig, template or guidemust be made accurately as anyunwarranted movement or inaccuracywill replicate itself on the finishedworkpiece.

Jigs should always be made from hardwearing materials that can be cut andmachined (routed) cleanly. Ideally,dense plastics and resin basedmaterials such as Perspex,ABS,Tufnoland polycarbonate sheet are easy towork, are wear resistant and can bedrilled and threaded. Plastic laminatefaced boards (MDF, plywood etc.)allow the router to slide easily, andagain are hard wearing.Off-cuts of aluminium channel, tubeand angle are also ideal for use asguide edges, tracks and slides.

Mark the recess position and centreline of the hinge across the dooredge. Clamp the jig to the edge andalign the hinge and jig centre lines.Adjust the width of the recess,allowing for the guide bush margin,by slackening the star knobs andsliding the template across.

Jim Phillips explains howto make and use threesimple routing jigs

100mm3mm

3mm70mm

200mm

115mm

45mm

M6 star knob andcountersunk bolt

centre line

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End socket clamps whereused to attach theworkpiece, fitted into holesdrilled through the edge of theboard. Cut-outs were formed(using a forstner bit) to allowthe clamps to be insertedfrom the back, keepingthem clear of the cutter.The holes on the templateface were plugged andtrimmed flush to prevent theguide bearing of the trimmingcutter from snagging.

2 Trimming JigCommon sense as much asregulations is the keynote to saferouting, so when it comes to usingthe router table, the best thing is tocomply with both and use a jig ratherthan your fingers when presentingthe work to the cutter.The jig for trimming the seat slats forthe chair illustrated, consisted of asimple template with the edge cut tothe slat profile.Extra length was allowed at bothends of the template to provide lead-in and lead-out sections and a battenwas screwed to the face to stop theworkpiece being forced backwards.


3 Clamp Guide Slide BlockDesigned for use with Trend Clamp Guides, this captiveslide prevents the router from running away from theguide edge.Cut and finish the hardwood block square before usingthe router’s side-fence and a large diameter cutter torout a 55mm wide by 16.5mm deep groove across oneface. A recess is cut into the top face to provide aclearance for the side handle of the router.Two 8mm holes are drilled in the side of the block toaccept the router’s side-fence rods. Two M6 hex bolts,screwed into threaded inserts are fitted to retain therods and a guide knob is fitted to the top. IP

The Clamp guide is fitted on the work, parallel to the line ofthe cut, allowing for the width of the block and router. Finalpositioning of the cutter on the line can be carried out bysliding the router along the rods. In use the router is guidedby one side handle of the router and the slide block knob.

When trimming curved edges always ensure thata lead-in or copy pin is fitted to the table toprevent the workpiece snatching and beingdragged behind the cutter. Cut away most of thewaste from the edge prior to trimming flush,leaving no more than 3mm.When trimming on a router table ensure thatyou cut in the correct feed direction, that is fromright to left, against the rotation of the cutter.

190mm

3055

65150mm

side-fencerods

Hardwoodblock

Oval cut-out totake end socketclamp

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Square drive adaptors allow 1/4and 3/8 inch hex drive sockets tobe used in a cordless drill.

Having previously reviewedthe Trend Snappy systemfor a popular woodworking

magazine, I concluded that all itemsin the range proved to be of highquality, quick and easy to use andmore than accomplished the tasksfor which they were intended.Of course, since then the range hasgrown considerably, but eachaddition still appears to conform tomy original findings adding to it’sversatility and adaptability. Thisextended range now benefits aneven wider circle of tradesmen,woodworkers and DIYers.

Quick ChucksAt the core of the system remainsthe patented Quick Chuck that allthe Snappy range of screwdriverbits, drills and other items simplysnap into. This has beensupplemented by several additional

chucks, including an extended chuckfor getting into deep recesses, onewith SDS compatibility (great for theconstruction industry) and a magneticchuck that comes complete with a set

of six shortscrewdriver bits.Of course it willalso accept yourold 1/4 inch hexscrewdriver bitsthat are probablystill lurking at thebottom of thetoolbox!

Square Drive AdaptorsVehicle mechanics and DIY motoristsalike will undoubtedly find a place forthe Snappy system following theintroduction of square drive adaptorsto take 1/4 and 3/8 inch hex sockets.And don’t forget that snappy chucksare ideal for driving your Torx bits.


New chucks join the Snappy range.

by Bill Cain

Hole BoringFor drilling large diameter holes, theSnappy range includes a set of fiveForstner bits for boring neat squaresided holes, Flat bits to allow largediameter holes to be bored quicklyand economically and Augers fordrilling deep holes or removing wastefrom mortises and pockets.

Bill Cain gets togrips with theextensive Snappyrange and looksat their variedapplications

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Kitchen FittingFor the kitchen fitter, alwaystrying to get into tight corners(or out of them), there areseveral sizes of extended lengthcross head screwdriver bits andchucks which allow you to drivescrews straight in line ratherthan at an awkward angle.

When assembling kitchen units,magnetic holders withinterchangeable bits are idealfor hinges and fittings havingseveral screw sizes or differenthead types. Counterbores arealso useful when fitting parallelshank panel screws andconnecting bolts.

A combination of boring and drilling bits ensurethat fittings are fitted neatly and securely.

Something forEveryoneBoth the original Snappy range andits additions are ideal for tacklinga wide range of repair,maintenance and constructiontasks and in most cases, makesuch tasks so much faster andeasier to complete.Snappy Quick Chucks are also aboon to anyone who suffers fromaching wrists, Carpal tunnelsyndrome or Arthritis, particularlyif drilling and screwdriving is anessential element in their work.The continuing success of Trend’s‘Snappy system’ is founded on itssimplicity, ease of use and abilityto do the job with out letting youdown. IP

Two types of Counterbore, one with carbide cutting edges, have been introducedfor sinking and plugging screws, bolts and other fastenings (ideal for jigmaking).

Countersinking and RecessingOf particular interest tofurniture makers, modelmakersand other craftspeople workingwith wood, metals and plasticsare two forms of stepped drill,de-burring countersinks andfor extended life,TungstenCarbide counter-boring drills.

TapsTaps are available in six metricsizes for cutting threads inmetals and plastics. These areideal for use in a slow speedcordless drill. Snappy SteppedReamers are also available todrill the pilot holes for the taps.

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Following on from Bill’s preview of newSnappy products, INProfile highlights sixextra newcomers to therange.

Tool HoldersThese heavy duty fabric tool holders are available in30 and 60 piece sizes, either with an assorted rangeof Snappy tools or empty. See the latest TrendRouting Catalogue for full details of contents

(SNAP/TH1/SET - 30pce SNAP/TH2/SET - 60pce)

(SNAP/TH/1 & SNAP/TH/2 - Empty tool holders).Tool holders have a belt strap andare Velcro® fastening.

30 Piece Set

Magnetic ScrewdriverBit Set - 31 pieceContaining a magnetic screwdriverand 30 assorted bits, the strongplastic case is fitted with a securebelt clip (SNAP/SB2/SET).

Snappy RackThis wall or benchmounting metalrack holds up to 28 Snappy fittingtools and up to 9 screwdriver bits(tools not included). Supplied withfixing screws (SNAP/RACK/1).

Magnetic ScrewdriverHolderThis telescopic holder securelyholds both the screwdriver bit andthe screw itself, preventing the tipfrom slipping off the screw head.Supplied with No.2 pozi® insert bit(SNAP/MSH).

www.trendm.co.uk/snappywww.trendm.co.uk/snappy

Rubber GripsTwo rubber grip chucks,one with a standardSnappy shank and theother replaces existing drillchucks with 3/8” x 24 UNFspindle thread (SNAP/QCRand SNAP/QCRD).

Masonry DrillsAvailable separately or as a 4 pieceset,Tungsten Carbide Tipped masonrydrills of 5, 6, 7 and 8mm diameter arenow available to suit most popularsizes of wall plugs (SNAP/MD/5 etc, SNAP/MD1/SET).

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Craft Range 90° Designed fortrimming intricate shapes and details, these cutters are idealfor signmaking, toymaking and dolls house construction. Bothcutters have a diameter of 6.3mm and are available withcutting lengths of 12.7mm and 25.4mm. For use on laminates,veneers, fibre and particle board as well as natural timbers(C167X1/4TC and C168X1/4TC).

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New cutters for Trend’s Professionaland Craft ranges

Craft Range Dovetail CuttersA range of two flute Tungsten Carbide Tipped cutters

have been introduced for use with Elu, DeWalt, NuTool andTitan dovetail jigs. Four are mounted on 1/4 inch shanks for

use with the appropriate guide bush, while the fifth cutter isfitted with a shank mounted bearing. The four unguided cuttershave spurs ground on each tip to allow for the dispersal ofexcess glue when the joint is assembled (C159X1/4TC -C163X1/4TC).

Professional RangeGuided V-Groove Panel CuttersTwo new bearing guided V-groovecutters have been added to theTrend Professional cutter range.One is a 60° x 12.7mm diametercutter, mounted on a 1/4 inchshank. The other is a 45° x 19.1mmdiameter on a 1/2 inch shank. Bothcutters are two flute TungstenCarbide Tipped with shankmounted guide bearings for usewith internal or external templates(11/20X1/4TC and 11/41x1/2TC).

Craft Range Template ProfilersTwo further bearing guided, straightfluted cutters are now available fortrimming and template profiling.One has a 19.1mm diameter and19mm cutting length, while theother has a 19.1mm diameter with acutting length of 50mm. Both aresupplied on a 1/2 inch shank.Both are two flute Tungsten CarbideTipped cutters, the shorter onehaving a plunge cut facility in the

form of a TCT tip brazed intothe bottom of the cutter

(C165X1/2TC and C166X1/2TC).

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Supplied with the Joinaboard jig areall the necessary parts that yourequire including a 1/2 inch shankTCT dovetail cutter, guide bush and acomprehensive instruction book. Allyou need to supply is a suitable 1/2inch collet capacity router (if youcannot fit a suitable guide bush, usethe Trend Unibase. This allows theguide bush supplied with the jig to befitted to any router).

Using the Joinaboard jig couldn’t besimpler, clamp the jig in position onthe wood, position the template tosuit the width and cut the joints. IP

by Adam Black

Cutting elegant, end to enddovetail joints, just got awhole lot easier!

The Joinaboard jointing jig notonly provides a quick andeasy method of joining wood

end to end, but in doing so producesa strong mechanical joint that doesnot rely solely on the strength of theglue. When assembled, the neat, flushdovetail joint produced by the jigoffers a very practical solution to thisproblem as well as a highlydecorative one.

For practical purposes the Joinaboardcan be used simply for joining shortlengths of board together to makelonger boards. Any job that wouldnormally leave you with a pile of off-cuts may certainly benefit from itsuse, both in savings in the cost ofmaterials as well as in the time ittakes to complete it. Panelling,cladding, decking or extending anywooden structure can be nowcarried out in a very professionalmanner using strong reliable jointsand with the absolute minimum ofwaste timber. Precision jointing withthe Joinaboard jig is very quick toachieve because both halves of thejoint are cut at the same time.

The Joinaboard can also play a majorrole in the area of decorativejointing. Often a somewhatcontentious area, where the twocamps, one expressing the view thatall joints must be hidden while theother is for exposing them, the neatdovetail joint produced by theJoinaboard offers an attractivecompromise between the two.

By carefully planning the position ofjoints when installing decorativeflooring or panelling, it is oftenpossible to emphasise the joint eithersubtly or, by using timbers of differentcolours or grain patterns, morestrikingly. In furniture design the jointcan be proudly shown off as part ofthe delight of the object, while end toend dovetails of the quality producedby the Joinaboard jig, sit perfectly athome within panels or table tops,adding to the interest and attractionof the piece itself.

The Joinaboard jig has several wellthought out features. The usualproblem of breakout is avoided bycutting both pieces of timber withtheir ‘face’ sides pressedtogether. In use theJoinaboard jig is clamped tothe workpiece rather than afixed bench (although this canbe done for someapplications). Therefore thejig can be taken to the jobrather than bringing eachpiece of timber to theworkshop or bench.

end to end


The cutter tip is set to a height of 30mmabove the router base.

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When they are clamped in the jig, thetwo pieces of timber are automaticallyoffset by an integral stop.

The timber must be clamped flush tothe underside of the finger template.

When cutting the dovetails, ensure thatthe cutters passes through the fullthickness of both pieces of timber.

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When end jointing long lengths oftimber, the jig can be used vertically.The brush prevents the shavings beingthrown upwards.

WarningThe diameter of thedovetail cutter suppliedwith the jig is largerthan the insidediameter of the guidebush. Therefore takegreat care not toaccidentally release therouter’s plunge lock,allowing the cutter tohit the guide bush asthis will damage thecutting edges. Forsafety it is advisable tofit a fine height adjusterto the router to avoidthis problem.

The Trend Joinaboard jointing jig

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Products

John Harrington explainshow the latest Trend website aims to offer muchmore than just an on-linecatalogue.

surffor success

A guide to the mainareas of our web site

Complete information andspecifications. Includes links to manuals to download free.

Order routing books, videosand the new Trend GiftVouchers on-line.

Locate your nearest Trend Routing Centre or retailer using your postcode. Includes mapsand links to retailers’ web sites.

FREE Literature to downloadand store on your PC. Includesthe latest product manuals,instruction booklets and all theback issues of INProfile.

Woodworking exhibitions andopen days where you can meet our knowledgeabledemonstration team.

A database you can search con-taining answers to questionsabout Trend products.

All the information you needon routing products, techniquesand tips to get you started.Includes an on-line guide to safe routing.

UK Stockists

Extracts and highlights from independ-ent test reviews for major Trend prod-ucts are available on our web site.

Like most topics, if you use asearch engine to find informa-tion about woodworking on

the internet, you’ll be presented witha virtual tidal wave of information.

For major manufacturers like Trendthe challenge of having a presence

on the web is not only to attractvisitors to our site by offeringcatalogue information on-line,but also extra ‘added-value’ con-

tent thanks to web technology.

The most significant advantage of theweb over printed media is the imme-diate availability of informationworldwide, 24 hours a day. This pro-vides a cost-effective means of keep-ing woodworkers up to date on newproducts or promotions. If productspecifications change they too can beupdated immediately on-line, so forexample you can find out which

accessories are compatiblewith your router.

If you’re making a major purchase,the first place many people look toare the independent test reviewsfrom magazines. We’ve made obtaining this information easy bypublishing the reviews for many ofour major products, such as ourrouters, on our web site.

A better understanding of a power-tool can be gained from reading themanual, but traditionally you neededto buy the product to get a copy, oryou might even have lost it. On theTrend web site you can simply click on a web linkand view a copy of the manual on-line or print it out to keep.

welcome to our web site

Books & Videos

Free Downloads

Show Dates

FAQs

Getting Started

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The Discussion Area is a feature of ourweb site which is like an on-line message board. It enables users ofTrend products and all woodworkers tointeract with each other and leavequestions, answers, hints and tips forvisitors to read and respond to.

There are separate categories (forums)for messages about routing, sawing,woodturning, finishing and an area tofeature details about your woodworkingprojects. Within each forum are topics.A topic might be a single message or agroup of messages and replies all aboutthe topic, sometimes referred to as athread.Your message can contain a web link(URL). So if for example you have yourown web site with details of your rout-ing projects you can insert a link toyour site within your message.

Anyone can read messages. To createyour own topic or post a message youneed to register on-line for the discussion forum. Registration is freeand takes only a few seconds.If you’ve never used an online discussion area or bulletin board on theweb then help is at hand.

Successful woodworking is clearly not justabout tools alone. It’s also about becomingfamiliar with the best methods for carryingout basic tasks. With this in mind our site has our popular booklets featuring routingtips and techniques to download free.

Many queries that our technical engineersface from router users can be characterisedas frequently asked questions or FAQs. Theknowledge built up is available using ouron-line FAQ database. You can search usingkeywords like ‘collet’ to see the answer toyour question and perhaps solutions toproblems you haven’t yet encountered!

The web also allows this concept of self-help to be extended with facilities such asour on-line Discussion Forum. This enablesusers of Trend products to exchange questions, answers and information withother woodworkers.

The future for our web site will almost certainly involve new kinds of content like full-motion video and animated instruction manuals to download to your PC or evenview on your mobile phone.

For now however, there is still much thatprogressive organisations can do with inter-net technology to give some real benefit tocustomers. In the long term, every manu-facturer could sink or swim on the strengthof their web content for woodworking websurfers. IP

Most of the manuals and booklets todownload from our web site are inAdobe PDF format, designed for fastdownload times.To view a PDF file off-line you’ll need Adobe Acrobat Reader,a free program which you may alreadyhave on your PC or you can downloada copy from www.adobe.com. You canoften get a copy of Acrobat Reader ona PC magazine cover disk too.

One of our routing booklets todownload from the web.

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Itook the high road to Edinburgh, home of our mostnortherly routing course, and to Telford Collegewhere promising router enthusiasts can find the

course of their choice: Basic, Advanced or Tradesman.

I was booked on the one day advanced course alongwith five others all of whom had some routing

experience or had attended the basiccourse.

As with all routingcourses we startedwith a brief talk onthe safety aspectsbefore commencingwith our project, a

small occasionaltable.

The production of thetable introduced the use of

some of the more popular jigsavailable for the router:■ CRT MK2 router table on which we were

dovetailing, slotting and template profiling■ Routerlathe for turning and fluting ■ Router carver for producing the decorative

feature.

All the students were suitably impressed with theversatility of the equipment and quickly became

proficient in using it.

The course is full hands-on fromstart to finish and the lecturers Gregor

Allan and Keith Swann skillfullypromoted the use of the equipment to

encourage the students to workeffectively and with pleasing confidence.

Course Details:One day basic, advanced and tradesman courses,between them consolidating many routing techniquesand including the use of many jigs and templates.

Course Prices:One Day All types ________ £70

Edinburgh’s Telford College Crewe Toll Edinburgh EH4 2NZ Tel: 0131 332 2491 ext. 7336

One of the longest running routing courses inthe UK is held at Oaklands College, StAlbans, who boast excellent attendance

throughout their nine year reign for the one day basicand two day advanced courses. This case study followsthe one day basic course, custom designed for theabsolute routing beginner.

A brief, concise introduction covering the functions oflight and heavy duty routers was followed by adiscussion on cutters and their uses, router safety andsafe routing.

This courseis as all beginners

courses should be, concentrating on the basic use andfunctions of the router, gradually and effectivelybuilding up the confidence of the students in orderthat they can adopt certain techniques to suit theirown particular tasks.

The last section of the day was taken upwith the production of a bread board,incorporating some of the methodsused previously during the day. This isan ideal course for those new to

routing.

Course Details:One day basic and two day advanced courses,primarily based on routers, cutters and techniques.

Course Prices:One Day Basic ____________ £95

Two Day Advanced ______ £175

Oaklands College St Peters Road St Albans Herts AL1 3RZ Tel: 01727 737213


A tale of two cities

Edinburgh St. AlbansTelford College Oaklands College

INProfile sentTom Rogersalong to assessthe highest andthe oldest ofrouting courses!

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Get thelatest update

on routingcourses from our

web site.

Trend sponsor a number ofone and two day routingcourses around the UK.For your nearestcourse centreplease refer to the mapbelow.

SPEEDWELL TOOL CO62-70 Meadow StreetPreston PR1 1SUTel: 01772 252951Contact: Monica Parker

EDINBURGH’S TELFORD COLLEGECrewe Toll Edinburgh EH4 2NZTel: 0131 332 2491 ext. 7336Contact: Gregor Allen

JOE GREENERS WOODWORKING CENTREValley Street North DarlingtonCo. Durham DL1 1PZTel: Freephone 0800 7312145 Contacts: Joe Greener

CRAFT SUPPLIES ACADEMYThe Mill Millers Dale Nr BuxtonDerbyshire SK17 8SNTel: 01298 871636 Contact: Eve Middleton

WOODCRAFT TRAINING50 West Street Isleham Nr ElyCambridgeshire CB7 5SBTel: 01638 780978 Contact: Mike Humphrey

OAKLANDS COLLEGE St Peters Road St Albans Herts AL1 3RXTel: 01727 737213 Contact: Jeanne O’Reilly

WOODCRAFT TRAININGin association with ROY SUTTONSt Georges Avenue Herne BayKent CT6 8JUTel: 01638 780978 Contact: Mike Humphrey

YANDLES OF MARTOCKHurst Works Martock Somerset TA12 6JUTel: 01935 822207 Contacts: Ann Pain or Carol Bulmer

NEATH PORT TALBOT COLLEGEDwr-y-felin Road Neath Wales SA10 7RF Tel: 01639 648038 Contact: Clive Ball

AUSTIN EAMESPlas Acton Precinct Pandy LaneWrexham Clwyd LL11 2UBTel: 01978 261095 Contacts: Peter or Richard Eames

THE ROUTING CENTREBluebell Industrial Estate Dublin 12 Republic of IrelandTel: 00 3531 4566604Contacts: Jim or Eamonn O’Neill

TURNERS RETREATBrunel Industrial Estate HarworthSouth Yorkshire DN11 8QATel: 01302 744344 Contact: Ian Gibson

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The AIRSHIELD is a battery poweredrespirator for use with all woodworkingapplications, especially routing andwoodturning.Providing excellent protection from theinhalation of harmful dust with a pre-filterand fine dust filter. The polycarbonateflip-up visor also protects eyes and faceagainst the impact from flying debris.

Includes a rechargeable 4 hour NiCadbattery which drives a quiet fan to keep aconstant flow of filtered air flowing acrossthe face.

The AIRSHIELD and routing accessoriesare available through a network ofstockists around the UK.

Freephone 0800 487363 for your free 2001 Routing Catalogue and details of your nearest stockist.

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