Will one size setting tool work for 1/4-3/8" grommets?
919682
I have not tried either: setting a 3/8" grommet with 1/4" tool, or a 1/4" grommet with a 3/8" tool; but I think you're chasing a false economy from which only disappointment can result. Though not immediately apparent, a close-precision fit must exist between the "male-grommet throat" and the setting-tool "spreader-foot"; otherwise a sufficient "roll-over" to capture the "female-grommet collar" will not be achieved. So, a 1/4" tool will NOT set a 3/8" grommet. As far as using a 3/8" tool on a 1/4" grommet: successful application of a grommet depends upon the "compression-plate" surface of the setting-tool's contact with, and compression of the "female-grommet" collar against the fabric --just slightly before the "spreader-foot" begins stretching the "male-grommet throat"... which will occur in reverse order with too large a "spreader-foot". So, a 3/8" setting tool CANNOT be used with a 1/4" grommet. Further, they do not make a 5/16" setting tool for bridging between 1/4 & 3/8" grommets because of the irregular results it would produce. Sorry!!
157411
You can set this to any portion. . . even very small. .. but it's done by moving a specific screw in minute increments, so it may take awhile.
731538
As the info on Amazon says "This kit includes: tool, button die, socket die, stud die, eyelet die, and #1 grommet die", so it does come with number 1 grommet die. I have only used the button snap dies with it and it is the same one the pros use around here for boat upholstery. I have no idea what size a #1 grommet is. I think the dies are kind of pricey though. You may want to look into that also. Hope this helps. GP
2087602
I really am not sure as I sent the tool back when it couldn't handle a job I needed it for. That said, I looked at the Universal Fit system and it doesn't appear that it would work. Perhaps someone else with actual experience can answer better.
1635751
Sorry I can't answer your question. I used some of the grommets but can't find them now. Sorry
1727594
This kit comes with 1/4 & 5/16" grommets..., it does not contain the die to install 1/2" grommets.., it does work well though - so if you could find the 1/2" die to fit the vice grip pliers included in the kit - it would do the job nicely
740673
No is the short answer. Grizzly only makes one size guides. You can make the guides by buying 5/8" stock and adapting it to your tenoning jig. A little work but it works. Your other option is a table saw with 3/4" slots. I did both. now I have two table saws/ they come in handy.
2047152
setting / length (mm) 1 / 1.5mm 2 / 2.5 3 / 4 4 / 5.5 5 / 7 6 / 9 7 / 11 8 / 14 9 / 18
2162815
Patrick M, This may be a better question posed to the manufacturer, Grizzly Industrial Inc. I am just a user of their tools, not a company official.
2078221
The Lord & Hodge 1074-4 brass grommet tool is also hammer type. So I would think so, but can't tell you yes for sure.
807246
For me, I use 3/8" tooling. I think this is too small to see any benefit from the rigidness of 1/2", and the 1/4" requires a pretty big shim. 3/8" gets my toolpoint pretty close to centerline, with minimal shims. I eventually went to a QCTP, primarily to eliminate the time required shim/align the cutter to centerline, but still use the 3/8" shanks.
927833
Hi, this 1" grommet will fit a HDMI cable. We also carry larger grommets in 1 1/2", 1 3/4", 2", 2 3/8", 2 1/2" and 3".
533713
The Fasteners 18 gauge do not have much holding power. If you are building a 5/8" thick board nailed to a 2x4 I do not believe that will work. This tool is better suited for light mouldings and trim work.
373568
a 3" would work just fine, yes for wood paneling. 1/8 inch is too small, no? 3" is what we used.
1273755
3/8 should work. You only need enough room for the side flange and the screws.
731535
This tool comes with Line 24 snap dies and #1 grommet dies according to the package label. I would try to find the grommets at Home Depot, but if you need a different size you'll need to order those dies which are quite expensive. Maybe you can order the dies you need with the tool.
364612
Hello Lorenzo,You would want 1-1/4" screws to connect two pieces at the 3/4" jig setting. Hope that helps.