video<\/a> explains how to go about making a circle jig.<\/p>\n\n\n4.1.1 Cut the base of the jigsaw holder.<\/h3>\n\n\n You do this by simply placing your Jigsaw on the 1\u00d74 board to mark out its base. Afterward, cut to size using the Jigsaw. Note that the board may vary in size based on your Jigsaw’s size.<\/p>\n\n\n
4.1.2 Prepare the anchoring surface of the Jigsaw Holder.<\/h3>\n\n\n Start by cutting two pieces of 1\u00d72 boards equivalent to the length of the 1\u00d74 base. Use glue and a nailer to join the two pieces together and leave to dry properly.<\/p>\n\n\n
4.1.3 Drill a hole to fit the blade at the front of the baseboard.<\/h3>\n\n\n Since the jigsaw blade must pass through the baseboard, then you need to drill a hole. Place the Jigsaw on the baseboard to mark out the exact location to drill. Use a drill bit to drill the marked position such that the blade conveniently passes through.<\/p>\n\n\n
4.1.4 Drill a hole in the Side Anchor of the Jigsaw Holder.<\/h3>\n\n\n By now, the earlier glued two pieces of 1\u00d72 boards should have dried. Draw a straight line across the base and side anchor board and pair the position on both boards. Ensure that the blade matches the position of the drill point. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use the 3\/8\u2033 drill bit to drill through the glue anchor boards. Immediately flip the anchor board and drill with the 5\/16\u2033 Forstner bit exactly halfway. Finally, the drilled hole must allow for two pieces of 3\/8\u2033 hex nuts through the wood.<\/p>\n\n\n
4.1.5 Assemble the jigsaw holder<\/h3>\n\n\n To properly fit the holder to the Jigsaw, use wood glue in addition to the wood screws. Apply the wood glue to the two pieces of 1\u00d72 boards and attach them to the baseboard. Then drill the holes for the wood screw size you intend to use. Finally, screw place the boards together.<\/p>\n\n\n
4.1.6 Place two internal hex nuts and fix drilling errors<\/h3>\n\n\n Firstly, you need to cut the threaded rod to the desired length with a regular hacksaw. On one end of the threaded rod, run the two hex nuts and then tighten with your wrench. Slide the threaded rod completely through the inside of the jigsaw holder.<\/p>\n\n\n
4.1.7 Creating the anchor point.<\/h3>\n\n\n Firstly, cut down a 2\u00d72 board to 2 inches and screw in the galvanized angle to the board. Secondly, use a 3\/8\u2033 drill bit capable of drilling wood and metal to drill through the 2\u00d72 and angle. Once the hole is in place, run the threaded rod through the new anchor point. Thirdly, use a long screw to hold down the anchor to the wood you want to cut.<\/p>\n\n\n
4.1.8 Nuts and bolts.<\/h3>\n\n\n For all connections made, use two nuts to secure them in place. These two nuts allow for the adjustment (to loosen or tighten) of any member while securing the connection.<\/p>\n\n\n
4.1.9 Using the Circle jig.<\/h3>\n\n\n The circle jig is ready to cut the desired shape, which is circular in this case. To avoid mistakes, mount the workpiece on a 2\u2033 Styrofoam and some other 2x4s in a triangular pattern. When entering the contour of the shape, start cutting slowly. Remember always to let the blade do the job and never apply pressure or force. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ensure that the blade, anchor point, and jigsaw holder align perfectly to eliminate any form of mistake. Eventually, it would be best if you had yourself a well-rounded circle for your desired project. To cut other curved shapes, mark out the outline on the wood and let the circle jig do the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n
4.2 What should we pay attention to when operating?<\/h3>\n\n\n From start to finish, when using the Jigsaw for the cutting circle, ensure that the assembly remains fitted. Nevertheless, please do not force it through the wood; else, you risk burning and breaking the blade.<\/p>\n\n\n
5. Can I cut a circle without a router?<\/h2>\n\n\n Yes, you can cut a circle without a router. From the analysis made above, a jigsaw can carry out this task easily. However, it does this thanks to the circle jig. The circle jig helps to achieve accuracy in cutting circles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While a router appears more prominent for woodwork, jigsaws can cut wood, tiles, granite, concrete, etc. Conversely, routers capable of cutting tiles, granite, and other hard materials are rare and just emerging.<\/p>\n\n\n
Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n At the end of this article, you should have learned some useful and key knowledge about jigsaws. By now, you should ace your next project involving circle cutting, having learned how to make a circle jig. Over the years, <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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