The Woodpeckers Mortise Base with 5/16 Guide Rods turns a compatible plunge router into a stable, accurate tool for cutting mortises in narrow stock. Twin adjustable fences support both sides of the workpiece, improving control and allowing the mortise position to be accurately set within the thickness of the material.
Unlike a conventional single-sided router edge guide, the Mortise Base uses two 50.8mm (2) wide fences to support the router on both sides of the workpiece. The fences can be adjusted to control their contact with the stock and accurately position the cutter. Referencing the engraved fence against the face of the workpiece also helps maintain consistent joint alignment when cutting matching components.
This version is supplied with 8mm (5/16) guide rods and is designed for plunge routers with compatible guide rod mounting points. The adjustable fence mounting system accommodates different spacing between guide rods and router bases, with up to 12.7mm (1/2) between the guide rods and bottom of the router base. Mortise length and depth can be varied to suit the project, cutter and router being used.
Woodpeckers is known for precision woodworking tools, measuring equipment and workshop accessories designed to improve accuracy and repeatability. Their tools are precision machined and carefully inspected in Ohio, USA.
Ideal for furniture makers, cabinetmakers and joiners cutting traditional mortises or loose-tenon joinery with a plunge router, the Woodpeckers Mortise Base provides additional stability when working on narrow stock. Supplied with: Woodpeckers Mortise Base and 8mm (5/16) guide rods.
N.B. Not compatible with the Festool OF 2200.
