Kreg, well known for their pocket hole jigs, is coming out with a new shelf pin drilling jig, model KMA3200. The new jig joins a number of shelf pin jigs and templates that are already available, but stands out with a hybrid and inexpensive design.
As the name implies, this type of jig is useful for drilling the shelf pin holes when building an adjustable shelf cabinet or bookcase.
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The jig comes with dual-position fence for a 1-inch or 2-inch edge offset, a locating pin for uniform spacing, 6 hardened steel drill guides separated by 32mm industry standard spacing and a 1/4″ drill bit with stop collar. The jig can also be used with 5mm drill bits, which are available separately.
Multiple Kreg drilling jigs can be added together for quicker work, and storage at the back of the jig helps keep everything together.
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In my opinion, shelf pin drilling jigs, such as these by Woodpeckers and Veritas, are usually a bit costly for anyone only looking to build a few cabinets, and templates are a bit low-tech for what they usually cost.
The Kreg jig looks to be reasonably priced at about $35, especially given its 6 drill bushings, which usually start at $4-$6 each via industrial suppliers. Of course there are plenty of DIY options that don’t require steel bushings, but that’s a discussion for another time.
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AndrewC
For $35, looks like a good deal. I have previously purchased an inexpensive $30 template, and it left a lot to be desired. The biggest issue with it was that there were no drill guides, and template did not work well with self-centering drill bits, so I had a very hard time drilling holes perpendicular to the surface. This kit seems to solve that problem and, if its similar quality to other kreg stuff, should be well built.
kamal
where can i get this in singapore