Which Kreg screws do I use for this jig with 1/2 inch and 3/4 inch stock?
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For 3/4" stock it would be a 1 1/4" screw. I've never used it for 1/2" stock but I'd guess you'd use a 1" screw.
945975
the screws for this jig are made with a smaller head to fit in the jig as the jig is also a guide for driving the screws in at the right angle after countersinking the hole with the drill bit. standard size deck screws will not work with the jig. the screws that are made for the jig hold just fine, and are less visible from the side also.
1472435
Hi Adam! there are NOT any 1/2" 20's in this assortment- the very small ones appear to be the machine-screw threads I remember from my Dad's shop, but not as you go up in size. Hit the hardware store!
1413705
Perhpas, but you need the spindle that these slide onto to clamp into the chuck. Found one on Amazon after some searching.
2278083
Yes, you will need to remove about 1/8" from the leading edge of the butt stock. The forestock does require a longer screw, as it extends a little further than the wooden forestock. The existing screw will work, but you will only catch about 3 thread turns. Longer screw is better.
1333216
Check out the videos on You Tube. It is an awesome jig. The sacrificial fence has to be 3/4" thick 1x stock. I believe the manual says it can not be taller that 2.5"' so a 1x3 will work perfect. I still have to add one on my jig as I just got it.
1315859
I have used the Kreg screws and other screws from another supplier. They work well. McFeeley's sells the same type.
1236213
I have only used Kreg screws, but I was able to buy them at Lowes for a reasonable price. This R3 system comes with a starter set of screws as well.
1020154
I agree with MSU71. I used 1/4 screws as well and 5/32 as I remember. This is used with another arm to hang a 17.5' expedition kayak and it works great.
371471
All Kreg pocket hole screws will work and some other suppliers of pocket hole screws will work also but have found their hardness is less than those from Kreg.Depending on the job select the correct length and thread count(depending on hard/soft wood)I have had mine for over 3 yrs and have gone through hundreds of screws as I have even found uses for them in other applications.
1011471
Yes. But this jig by Kreg is a piece of junk. Don't waste your money. I offered my reasons for this negative product evaluation elsewhere.
1308611
I haven't used them on a Kreg stand. I have two sets under other stuff, (16/32 drum sander and 7 inch jointer) They are the "stuff". Locks work well and they roll easy. Well worth the price if you need to roll your tools around.
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It wouldn't be suitable for 1/4 inch stock over 3.5" wide. If you replace the stock blade with a small tooted finish blade it would be just the ticket. In fact it can cross cut a 2" X 4" but miters of this size lumber are impossible. Fine for 3/4" thick or smaller stock.
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You would use 2 1/2 inch screws. Here is a handy chart for future reference. http://www.kregtool.com/files/newsletters/kregplus/Images/february12/selecting-the-correct-screw.pdf
1315857
I believe the screws that come with Kreg are specifically designed for this type of joinery. They have a very corse thread. It may be possible to use other screws that have a similar shape and thread pitch, but I wouldn't use wood screws myself.
1308609
The caster threaded stem diameter is 7/16". It fits through the 1/2" smooth hole of the base of my 10" Craftsman table saw. I do not know about the Kreg stand.
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Depends on what type of projects you are trying to accomplish. I have been a little disappointed in my kreg jig honestly. It is good for joining 1x dimensional lumber but not good in joining 1x to 2x or 2x to 2x. Id imagine if you went smaller than 1x, it would provide very little strength to joints. The master system gives you a few bells and whistles like the clamp but you're fine saving a few bucks and going with another if you wanted.