The ONLY bandsaw circle cutting jig that fits EVERY NEED!

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  • Опубликовано: 1 дек 2024

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  • @AtomicWoodworks
    @AtomicWoodworks 8 дней назад +1

    you did this 6 years ago and I'm just now seeing it. That's an awesome project that I will be doing very soon. Wish I would have seen it before I did a bunch of circles for a craft project the wife was doing. Thanks for sharing!

  • @joejackson3490
    @joejackson3490 2 года назад +6

    I built a version of your circle cutting jig and it works amazingly well! Thanks for the video! My version has 4 changes that I think improved utility:
    - I made the center adjustin knob less than 1/2" tall. Then I only drilled 1/2" through the donut. This change provided more surface area for double stick tape.
    - I used a MATCHFIT Dovetail Track Hardware® nut to help prevent maring of the dovetail track when the center knob is tightened
    - I extended my sled to the back of the bandsaw table where I put a stop that wraps around to the bottom of the table. This prevents tipping of the jig whe cutteing large circles.
    - My cut-depth stop is a full 3/4 thick and extends all the way to the bottom of the table. Thiss allowed me to use a threaded insert and a knob (or just a bolt) to act as a depth adjuster so that i can fine tune the depth of cut in case the saw blade shifts when it's replaced. To make room for the adjuster the base of the jig has to be ~1/2 inch wider than the table and the dovetail track need to be cut 1/4" behind the blade edge.. I also added two nuts on either side of the stop to make sure the adjustment doesn't change accidentally.

  • @TheMrSpong
    @TheMrSpong 3 года назад +1

    Not a wasted second on this vid ! Great stuff and no time wasting.

  • @BerndHilgenberg
    @BerndHilgenberg 8 месяцев назад +3

    The best jig I have ever seen for cutting circles. I love the concept making circles without a hole. Great!

  • @dogcarp4847
    @dogcarp4847 Год назад +2

    I love how you made one that doesn't leave a mark or hole on one side of the wood - most do. Great job.

  • @dakotamax2
    @dakotamax2 2 месяца назад +1

    I built mine over the weekend!
    The only changes I made were to extend the sled beyond the inside edge of the bandsaw table, and then added an "L" shaped leg to hook below the edge of the table. My bandsaw only has (1) T-track slot and the leg keeps the sled in contact with the table no matter what. I also used an aluminum t-track instead of routing in a dovetail for the pivot adjustment, and a piece of 1/2" thick HDPE for the "donut". The sled got pretty heavy, so I used a 3" hole saw to remove some material.
    It works flawlessly, thanks for sharing your design!

  • @hectorcabinetsbayarea3343
    @hectorcabinetsbayarea3343 4 года назад

    The best circle cutting jig in you tube I found !!!!!! Thanks

  • @paoluccisallingmartin6827
    @paoluccisallingmartin6827 6 лет назад +6

    such a great tutorial-- i doubted myself, but viewed this many times and had the confidence to try it and it was easier than i thought- and i not only was able to build the jig, but i created a stunning round jewel box for my wife-- i really appreciate the time you took to educate me - thank you.

    • @nkatabaraulu9328
      @nkatabaraulu9328 5 лет назад

      Bravo!
      Hope your wife loves the box.
      But like how much did cost to get the machine?

  • @steinbierz
    @steinbierz Год назад +2

    Great video...quickly decided I shouldn't be three Winter beers into the evening when watching this video!

  • @Crawer101
    @Crawer101 3 года назад

    I watched this video 2 years ago when you made it. I finally made the jig and I love it. Thanks!

  • @rickpouley2857
    @rickpouley2857 Год назад

    I am glad I saw your video! I like your idea better than drilling a whole in your work piece etc.. Thank you for the video!

  • @vincentcoppola9832
    @vincentcoppola9832 3 года назад

    Looked at allot of circle jigs and this one is by far the best. Hope to make one soon, Thanks for the video.

  • @BobMuir100
    @BobMuir100 4 года назад

    You sir are looking in too my future! I have saved this because I intend to begin manufacturing a product that will need circles. Now I am not a woodworker hence why I am watching you and so I had no idea at all about any circle problems and now (thanks to you) I have the solution before I even encounter the problem!!
    Thanks
    Bob

  • @neilrobertgrayson
    @neilrobertgrayson 6 лет назад

    Another jig I Have to make. Much better than any others I have seen.

  • @danielbaggett6283
    @danielbaggett6283 5 лет назад +3

    Who in their right mind would dislike this great idea. Excellent use of gray matter!! Excellent job!

  • @bobburchett8517
    @bobburchett8517 2 года назад

    You did an AWESOME JOB on this. I will build this for my shop. Thank you for taking the time!!!!!!!!1

  • @fletchdg
    @fletchdg 3 года назад +1

    Well done! I like both the jig and instructions. Short and to the point. I'm going to give it a try. I think that I'll make the base the full width of the bandsaw table so the jig can be clamped to eliminate the rocking on longer pieces. Great job!!!

  • @josipknezevic5308
    @josipknezevic5308 5 лет назад +1

    Definitely the best circle cutting jig I've ever seen. Congratulations!

  • @sunbladerr
    @sunbladerr 2 года назад

    Brilliant. This is going to be immensely useful for cutting the bases of my segmented bowl turning projects. THANKS. Be Well and Good Journey Richie

  • @jimlutzo9284
    @jimlutzo9284 2 года назад

    Thanks for another great video. I haven't read through all the comments but the ones I did read suggested extending the table or using a clamp as a fix for the wobble issue. My thought was to add some weight over the pivot point. A bag of washers, nuts, pennies or whatever you have should be enough to counteract the imbalance - just enough to bring the center of mass back onto the table. No rebuild required, and nothing to interfere with any moving parts.

  • @christopherkelley6014
    @christopherkelley6014 3 года назад

    I have kept htis video in favorites until I upgrade my band saw becuase I think it is a great idea! It makes me laugh EVERY time in the intro....today we are going to talk about cutting circles....lots of circles. Thanks for sharing your idea!

  • @paullibby5851
    @paullibby5851 Год назад

    Great ideas!! I did add one thing to mine. I added microjig dovetails to the top so i could attach a fence or clamps for use when not circular cutting. Also one underneath so i can clamp the tabe down.

  • @ga5743
    @ga5743 6 лет назад

    Now that is a super duper jig.......keep making videos, you've got a style.

  • @bradleytuckwell4881
    @bradleytuckwell4881 4 месяца назад

    Great tutorial and a very cool jig it has to be the best I’ve seen

  • @NathanBilbao
    @NathanBilbao 2 года назад

    Ran into the circle cutting challenge last night. I knew I watched this video a few years ago. Building this next. Thank you for sharing your design and how it works!!

  • @donbomer5630
    @donbomer5630 5 лет назад

    I saw this a couple of months ago, subscribed and bookmarked it. Of the many I've bookmarked, this is by far the very best. Well Done!

  • @retiredtom1654
    @retiredtom1654 6 лет назад

    Good jig. Much better than drilling a hole into a new circle stock. Thanks for the video.

  • @quirkygreece
    @quirkygreece 5 месяцев назад

    I recently made a circle cutting jig very similar to this and it worked ok, but yours looks better, so when I get back in the shop I will be building one of these, but with an added support to minimise the tipping. Great vid, cheers.

  • @fredbeck5545
    @fredbeck5545 6 лет назад +12

    Went ahead and made this jig with two mods. Cut a T slot instead of dovetail, and extended the base to use both tracks on my bandsaw table. Great video, great jig. Works great.

    • @InspireWoodcraft
      @InspireWoodcraft  6 лет назад +1

      That's awesome! I used the dovetail because I had it, and I was trying to just use stuff I already had. But I did wish I had a slot cutter when I made it. Glad it worked out for you!

    • @fredbeck5545
      @fredbeck5545 6 лет назад +1

      @@InspireWoodcraft I also learned that what tape is used can be important. Especially on big circles. Ended up adding two screws in the doughnut for a 30" circle. Worked great

  • @againstthegrain5914
    @againstthegrain5914 3 года назад

    bro..! Your a genius!! Thanks so much for sharing your idea!

  • @johnnywest5445
    @johnnywest5445 6 лет назад +9

    Great idea. Just what I was thinking of designing myself. You saved me so much time, trial and error with this video. I think one way to handle the stability would be to use a Rockler Universal Fence Clamp on the end to the left of the blade. You could also make it longer on that end and use a 'T' bolt in the other miter slot to hold it down similarly to the way feather boards are secured. Or perhaps even rig up a magswitch to hold it down. I already have the Rockler clamps, so may go that route.

  • @DarwinHarmless
    @DarwinHarmless 4 года назад

    Just finished making this jig. Only thing I did different was to put in an aluminum t track instead of routing the dovetail groove. Brilliant idea, Jody, and it works a treat. Thanks a lot.

    • @aweisenheimer9567
      @aweisenheimer9567 2 года назад +1

      Same thing I did. Couldn’t get the wood dovetail to hold up to the tightening.

  • @rushalvorson4092
    @rushalvorson4092 6 лет назад

    awesome.....just made this jig.....works like a champ. Thanks for making shop life a little simpler

    • @InspireWoodcraft
      @InspireWoodcraft  5 лет назад

      I love hearing that these things actually helped improve someone’s situation. Thanks so much for coming back and leaving this comment!

  • @carolinaoverload327
    @carolinaoverload327 6 лет назад

    Best circle jig I've ever seen. Gotta make one!

  • @belindamanning9851
    @belindamanning9851 6 лет назад

    Brilliant. This is the best jig I have seen

  • @hammondge
    @hammondge 4 года назад

    Genius! Best circle cutting jig EVER!
    Just inlay (forstner bit) cup magnets in bottom of base for an extremely solid holding jig.
    You could avoid dado or dovetail cuts by layering material (glue up) to form a “T” track.

  • @rhshel
    @rhshel 6 лет назад

    outstanding best circle jig I have ever seen

  • @impulse0341
    @impulse0341 6 лет назад

    I love this idea... it blows my jig out of the water... will be making this

  • @Citeman101
    @Citeman101 5 лет назад +1

    This is the BEST circle jig I've found on RUclips yet...Built mine today! I did add the track in the slot to the left of the blade also to prevent the tipping issue. To be more efficient for the types of things I do I made three (3) 'Circle Centers': (1) for Tape (Like yours), (1) with a sharp point, and (1) with a 1/4" rod. Some of my 'Production' items require a 1/4" hole. This was a fun build...and necessary for the accuracy required for making circles in my woodshop! Thanks for what you do! Remember 'Sawdust is Man Glitter'. :-)

  • @jdshenanigans9265
    @jdshenanigans9265 6 лет назад

    Nice looking jig . Nice adjustment idea

  • @RANDALLOLOGY
    @RANDALLOLOGY 6 лет назад

    That is a awesome idea for that jig. Because once you set it up it's easy peasy to duplicate circle's, I love it thanks for sharing that idea.

  • @rosairetardif6893
    @rosairetardif6893 6 лет назад

    I Love the idea of not having a hole in the center of the finished circle. GREAT VIDEO.

  • @LutherBuilds
    @LutherBuilds 6 лет назад +71

    This is by far the best circle cutting jig I've seen. I definitely need to make one.

    • @InspireWoodcraft
      @InspireWoodcraft  6 лет назад +1

      Thanks man! I’m rather fond of it as well. Let me know if you make one!!

    • @Sodabowski
      @Sodabowski 6 лет назад

      I second that, I'm so making the same one! Thanks dude.

    • @PHIL_S
      @PHIL_S 6 лет назад

      Agree with Joshua

    • @nkatabaraulu9328
      @nkatabaraulu9328 6 лет назад

      Please how much will it cost to get one of this machine?

    • @ajayrakiwar6459
      @ajayrakiwar6459 5 лет назад

      Joshua Luther नाइस

  • @brianprocter6191
    @brianprocter6191 6 лет назад

    I like how you shared the idea, with explanation, Well thought out and presented. Interesting, one is inspired to watch the whole video, not just forward to glean the idea. Will check out more of your ideas. I also like to inspire people, with ideas in my videos.

  • @AmplifyDIY
    @AmplifyDIY 6 лет назад

    That is a really neat approach to this problem. I have not needed a circle jig yet, but I'll definitely try your approach if I ever do.

  • @MakeThings
    @MakeThings 6 лет назад

    Good work! Excellent solution for making circles.

  • @peregrine1970
    @peregrine1970 6 лет назад +9

    Definitely nice looking and the only improvement I could think would be to extend it on the inside to make use of that other track on the inside for a secondary runner. That would offer a bit more stability without having to prop the jig up I would think.

  • @marykedykhuizen6902
    @marykedykhuizen6902 3 года назад

    Best circle jig ever. thankyou

  • @gillessophie6158
    @gillessophie6158 6 лет назад

    Great idea ! With no holes. Thanks for sharing. Greetings from France 👍

  • @ArcticFlies56
    @ArcticFlies56 4 года назад

    I just made a Bandsaw Circle Cutting Jig using your design. The only difference in mine was that I used Micro Jig hardware. It works like a charm. Nice and easy and very durable. The donuts makes it much easier to set up and cut. I never liked the post and holes in the circular jigs I used before. Thanks for the video. Best regards, Richard...

  • @stuartgraham4052
    @stuartgraham4052 4 года назад +1

    Hi, I've had this video bookmarked for a while now as I was very impressed with the concept. Having just bought larger bandsaw and now being under lockdown due to the Corona Virus in the UK.I Have just completed the project! Had to make a few mods on the way to suit what I had available but still very impressed.

  • @wireaddict99
    @wireaddict99 3 года назад

    Best jig I’ve seen! Great design thanks! I’ll be making this soon

  • @ericjohnson4768
    @ericjohnson4768 2 года назад

    Great video, you have a knack for instruction!

  • @alanscannell
    @alanscannell 6 лет назад +2

    That sir is genius. Best circle cutting jig I've seen 👍

  • @mclkev
    @mclkev 4 года назад

    really genius - I will try this next time I need a circle

  • @mainerdiy8399
    @mainerdiy8399 2 года назад

    This is an excellent design. Just got a rikon 14" bandsaw and am excited to try this jig design out. Thanks for sharing

  • @AndyCarnegie
    @AndyCarnegie 6 лет назад

    Best jig I've seen. Gonna make one next week

  • @billnicoski7158
    @billnicoski7158 2 года назад

    Nice Job! Well explained and I love the no holes part.

  • @gingerglamerlas
    @gingerglamerlas 2 года назад

    Excellent Jig!!! congrats!

  • @neeandertallllatrednaeen6635
    @neeandertallllatrednaeen6635 5 лет назад +1

    I like the effort you put into your jig. My suggestions are based on my own experience cutting "green" ceramic billets on a bandsaw with a bimetal blade. I use a back stop that is clamped down at the back end of the table on the left corner which also has a second piece of wood attached to overlap the jig table as it slides home to the back stop to alleviate any imbalance if the weight wants to tip the jig upwards. To prevent movement of the jig while I apply a torque to the work against the saw blade, I have a quick squeeze clamp I set at the front of the jig to lock it down. Now I can apply a torque against the saw blade with confidence nothing will move throughout the process. The backstop is simply a square cut in half (same thickness as jig table), lay one half on top of the other in an "L" shape and glue it together with a thick sheet of paper between them to have some clearance over the jig table.

  • @chrisgriffith1573
    @chrisgriffith1573 4 года назад

    Great work. A good solution for circular jig.

  • @runforrestrun1965
    @runforrestrun1965 3 месяца назад

    Thank you, great it and advice. I will eventually try this, once I get my little crappy jigsaw working properly. Blade wanders and twists like mad currently.

  • @musamor75
    @musamor75 6 лет назад +1

    Well done. Well thought out. Circle cutting has always been a puzzler. You can use a similar jig to clean up the edges on the disc sander. Thanks for sharing.

  • @PeterJohnson-ku1dy
    @PeterJohnson-ku1dy 4 года назад

    I made your jig and it works very well. I had some issues getting the alignment right as it first started cutting pretty little winding spirals.
    Re the tipping you mentioned: My bandsaw table is narrower than yours so I am able to use a jig across the full width, and use a simple clamp to keep larger circles from tipping the jig.
    You could use your left-side t-track to hold some kind of clamp.
    Thanks for this great idea.

  • @swibal1
    @swibal1 6 лет назад

    This jig is a little more complex to make, but it illiminate the center hole that I've make for cutting one circle. Great jig!

  • @roshnadhamnaskra974
    @roshnadhamnaskra974 4 года назад

    Smart way to cut a circle... Good work...

  • @Benjaminbumblebee
    @Benjaminbumblebee Год назад

    So glad i found your channel!! Thank you!!

  • @ramatosan8784
    @ramatosan8784 4 года назад

    Clean cut. Well done

  • @sjaakhosters419
    @sjaakhosters419 5 лет назад

    Now this is what I call a useful, simple to make idea! Thx!

  • @loulossi1003
    @loulossi1003 6 лет назад +1

    Very well thought out. Not an easy video to make since there are so many steps involved but you did an excellent job with this. I have a simple and reliable circle cutting jig but will upgrade to this one. Excellent job on this!

  • @garyhynd3620
    @garyhynd3620 2 года назад +1

    Love this design. I just made one for myself. Thanks. I took your design to the router table too, in order to rout a juice groove in a round board…it works well.

  • @FishersShop
    @FishersShop 6 лет назад +21

    Clever idea. Nice work!

  • @jazbuilding
    @jazbuilding 6 лет назад

    This a great video; you hit a home run with it. First off, the jig looks great and very innovative. It may very well be the pinnacle of such devices. For the video, the level of detail is spot on for me, not giving too much nor too little. The camera shots are illuminating and the narrative tells a great story while filling in all the gaps. Finally, your candor at the end is priceless. If and when I need such a jig, rest assured I'll be referencing you and this video. Thanks for sharing.

  • @garrettguitar
    @garrettguitar 9 месяцев назад

    Just came across this video; what a great concept! Thanks for sharing it. I may have to give it a try. I don't do a lot of circles in guitars but every so often. It's always good to have though.

  • @GaryNewtonBrowne
    @GaryNewtonBrowne 3 года назад

    Impressive! What a cracking idea. I'm making one ASAP.

  • @dlk4318
    @dlk4318 3 года назад

    marvelous job...& precise too👏👏👏!

  • @lloydjohnston5382
    @lloydjohnston5382 5 лет назад

    Excellent jig, the best I ever seen,I have been looking for this a long time,very easy to use NO HOLES , great will make one asap thanks very much for the jig saved me a lot of looking keep up the great work thanks again......

  • @DanteYewToob
    @DanteYewToob 3 года назад

    Just drill some holes in the bottom and sink a few string magnets into it to keep to stable to the saw table.
    I had a similar issue with a different jig I made (my runner was just square..) and I had a few big magnets and threw them in. You can still slide the jig on, but it very satisfyingly stays in place.
    Hope this helps,
    Amazing jig, I hope to make my own!

  • @AJsapala481
    @AJsapala481 3 года назад +1

    Really really cool. I am going to try this! Thank you for creating this jig and sharing it.

  • @randyculbertson6193
    @randyculbertson6193 3 года назад

    Excellent plan and video is well done. Thanks for sharing! I used 1/4 x 20 carriage bolt in the adjustment knob and was having trouble with the nut not getting enough traction in the dove tail track for the knob to tighten. I switched the standard nut to a barrel nut on the 1/4 x 20 bolt and now the jig works great!

  • @johnknight5370
    @johnknight5370 5 лет назад

    THAT LOOKS LIKE THE BEST I'VE SEEN.

  • @ronmiller682
    @ronmiller682 5 лет назад

    Very nice jig. Great job

  • @derekjanzen9745
    @derekjanzen9745 5 лет назад

    Looks like a really good jig! Think I'll have to reproduce it. Thanks!

  • @patrickperry6945
    @patrickperry6945 6 лет назад

    Nice. I made one of these many years ago. Though mine isn't as adjustable as your rendition. It has served me well over the years. I like yours better. Maaaybe I'll make one. Maaaybe.

  • @urielselka7722
    @urielselka7722 6 лет назад +3

    Hi
    Just built the Jig ... Great
    Two things That I will upgrade
    1. I'll use a Track instead of the dovetail it wears the wood out
    2. I'll make a new doughnut but will not go through. It'll be easier with the two way tape
    Thanks again for a great jig

  • @kupshino
    @kupshino 3 года назад

    Sehr gut!! Grüß aus Germany!

  • @lawrencehincker8652
    @lawrencehincker8652 4 года назад +1

    Well done. I use a similar jig but it uses a pin where each hole located every inch from the next. So I am limited to whole inch increments on the radius. This is ingenious. In addition to not drilling a hole on the bottom of the work piece, you can have an infinitely variable radius to get whatever size circle you want.

  • @nickbakker6963
    @nickbakker6963 4 года назад

    Thanks Jody! Built the jig last week - awesome! Brilliant avoiding centre marks on the workpiece!

  • @SuperiorEtchworx
    @SuperiorEtchworx 4 года назад

    Like you, I didn't want holes in my circles and came up with a similar jig for my tablesaw a couple of years ago. I like the dovetail adjuster. My carriage is screwed into place each time. No big hassle as I don't need to vary the diameter very often. I have cut 1 60 inch table top and would change a few things before attempting another of that size

  • @alanr745
    @alanr745 6 лет назад

    That’s a great design.
    Well done! 👍

  • @xwania
    @xwania 6 лет назад

    Nicely done. I have something similar for smaller circles but this is way better. thanks for sharing

  • @edwinmurillo4794
    @edwinmurillo4794 5 лет назад

    Awesome idea. They mention the advances I would give out.

  • @chemcody5119
    @chemcody5119 6 лет назад

    I like your approach on this. On mine I added an adjustment to the front stop so the sled can be moved back or forward for blade alignment.
    Your overall design is superior to the jig I use now so I may have to build another based on yours. Thanks for sharing.

  • @soccerboss7924
    @soccerboss7924 4 года назад

    This idea is so unique I’m in love with it

  • @thomasklink3766
    @thomasklink3766 5 лет назад

    I like it. Gonna build one and scrap my old one. Just happened to stumble onto your vid. You seem to have good content, I love to build tools and jigs. I subscribed.

  • @wilassguess
    @wilassguess 6 лет назад

    Pretty darn Slick. I like this Jig...

  • @db2201
    @db2201 6 лет назад

    Brilliant, this is the best thing I've ever seen!. And for the wobble when you are cutting larger pieces make extend the jig and add a second connection in the other track to lock it down then you don't have to add a leg to support it.

  • @thomaszaccone3960
    @thomaszaccone3960 3 года назад

    That is AWESOME!! Thank you!! Will try it!

  • @markgraves2216
    @markgraves2216 4 месяца назад

    I plan to make this jig for my shop!

  • @TheShutterbug1968
    @TheShutterbug1968 Год назад

    NICE WORK! I'm saving this for sure!