Do you have to use Porter Cable router bits with this jig?
996802
no you do not have to use p..c. bits, but you must use proper guide bushing.
996803
You can use any dovetail bit and the guide bushing must fit your router plate.
781670
"Does this item allow me to use 1/4" bits?"No.You need to buy a 1/4" Porter-Cable collet to use bits with a 1/4" shaft. 1/2" collet is for "pro grade" bits with a 1/2" shaft. 1/4" collet is for use with bit using 1/4" shaft.
1437759
I'm not familiar with this router so can't answer properly. The Fox brass guide will bit any router that can use the Porter Cable router guides. Same diameters and flange thicknesses.
631716
Not sure but it fits on my craftsman, porter cable and my blue hawk routers. Even if it doesn't fit u can drill holes where u need them.
1755851
When I bought this package from this seller, it included everything pictured, with both jigs. Awesome setup. Be sure you have a router that will accept the Porter Cable dies. I had to go buy a second router.
2185853
Yes it does, you might want to have an extra 1/2" collet nut on hand as theyre not very stout, I had to call dewalt for a new one after only a couple of uses. I was disapointed with the poor quality, They should make them a like the Porter Cable since both companies are owned by Black & Decker
282797
I actually did not use a drill bit--I used a router bit on a drill press. I used the stops on the drill press and lowered the base to make sure of depth. I also had the block of wood firmly secured to the base before drilling. FYI--I did work at NASA Langley, but that has nothing to do with working with wood!
2265857
The router comes in a carrying case, and it has space for various basic accessories, like bits, but mine did not come with a circle jig or edge guide, and I don't think these accessories would fit in the case that the router comes in. The router did come with the 2 necessary chuck wrenches, both half and quarter inch chucks and collets, and a T handle hex wrench.
2156663
yes. Will fit anything either chuck or 1/4" drive impact. Doesn't even have to be Porter Cable.
284691
No, I don't believe you can. Porter Cable uses a different locking configuration to hold their router assemblies than what Bosch uses. For your purpose, I would recommend searching Amazon for 'Universal' router table mounts. There are several companies that sell bases that fit a wide variety of routers (Rockler, MCLS, Peachtree) that use Amazon marketplace.
1276574
No you don't need a dedicated router, but it makes life a lot easier. That was my motivation in switching from a Dewalt to the Porter-Cable 7518 when I ran into trouble with the clamp bolts. Two of the four bolts could almost be screwed out with my fingers. The other two were a bear and I had to use vice grips to get them out. I can't figure out what caused them to freeze up, but Jessum sent me some new clamps and bolts and everything seems fine now. It's a quality router lift and makes routing a lot easier than reaching under the table for adjustments.
583967
Yes, it does! If you listen to the video it says: that it takes "industry standard guides!" So please unless you know, don't answer a question! It can use Porter Cable Guides because they are industry standard!
1719711
Sorry, only tried with DeWalt and Porter Cable routers. It is a good system. Well worth the $'s.
34348
None of the bits it the kit are designed for a router. It does contain one "high speed cutter" which can be used for engraving wood and other soft materials, using a rotary tool.
187893
I have one of these and I can tell you it uses Porter-Cable guide bushings but I don't have the Whiteside kit so I can't be sure about that. The inlay kit really has nothing in common with the router base EXCEPT the guide bushings so if they both use the same bushings it should work fine.
1743766
The quick answer is yes. I bought a box of Porter Cable when I ran short installing hardwood flooring but I did have a couple of jams which did not occur with the Bostich.
1344513
Porter Cable has 2 systems. If you have the P/C tool with the quick/easy load system, these will NOT work. You will need need blades with an open base so that they can slide into place and lock in securely.