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Milescraft 1226 HingeJig

Original price was: $27.99.Current price is: $12.60.

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Description

Save time and remove the guess work when installing new doors into existing frames with the Milescraft HingeJig™. This self-clamping jig comes with everything needed to rout hinge and latch mortises onto new doors. The self-clamping feature holds the HingeJig™ in place while routing without the use of screws or nails that can leave holes in a finished door.

Self-Clamping

  • Padded clamp design sets up quickly and prevents damage to doors caused by mounting screws or nails

Fits All Doors

  • Adjustable settings allow door hinge jig to be used on all standard size 1-3/8” and 1-3/4” thick doors

Works with Multiple Hinge Sizes

  • Routs hinge mortises for 2-1/2” to 4-1/2” hinges

Rout Different Radiuses

  • Cut professional hinge mortises with ¼”, 5/8”, or square corners. (Chisel Required)

Unique Design

  • Design of the HingeJig™ eliminates need for multiple inserts to rout different hinge corner radiuses

Create Latch Plate Mortises

  • Kit includes templates to rout common door latch mortises sized 1” x 2-1/4”, 1-1/8” x 2-1/4”, and 1-1/8” x 2-3/4”

Built in Depth Setting

  • Set router bit depth with built-in depth setting gauge for smaller or larger size door hinges

Self-Guided Router Bit

  • Includes custom router bit with ball bearing to cut clean and smooth door hinge mortises

Built-in Storage

  • Contains built in storage compartments for router bit and available self-centering hinge bit (not included) for convenient retrieval

For Doors Only

  • Not for use when routing door hinges on jamb / frame

Specs:

  • Compatible Door Thickness: 1-3/8” and 1-3/4” Doors
  • Latch Sizes: 1” x 2-1/4”, 1-1/8” x 2-1/4” , and 1-1/8” x 2-3/4”
  • Door Hinge Sizes: 2-1/2”, 3” , 3-1/2”, 4”, and 4-1/2″
  • Hinge Corner Radius Sizes: ¼”, 5/8”, or Square (Chisel Required)
  • Door Mounting: Padded Self-Clamping. No Hardware Required
  • Adjustable Backset Plugs: Adjust for Door Hinge Routing, 1-3/8” Latch, and 1-3/4” Latch
  • Storage: Built-in for router bit and available self-centering hinge bit (not included)
  • Guided Router Bit: 12mm Cutting Head with ½” Ball Bearing

Uses:

  • Installing door hinges
  • Routing hinge mortises on cabinet doors
  • Creating recesses for flush hinge installation
  • Precise alignment for hinge placement
  • Cutting hinge slots in new framing projects
  • Retrofitting hinges on existing door frames
  • Adjusting hinge sizes on custom woodworking projects
  • Making repetitive hinge cuts for production work
  • Installing piano hinges on long doors or panels
  • Crafting hidden hinges for a clean, modern look