Here is a good and secure way to set a particular depth. And a lot easier than looking to find the exact 0.50” number on a digital depth gauge. We are setting up a ¾” straight bit for a ½” x ½” rabbet. So first thing, we set the depth with one of those very handy set-up blocks. No fiddling with thousandths of inches on a small digital display. |
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The router bit’s projection is good once the top just touches the depth gauge’s pin. This is an easy operation thanks to the tool’s wide foot print and stable stance. | |
The 2-Axis Depth Gauge carries its name for a reason! Keeping its setting, it is now used horizontally to place the router fence exactly ½” away from the bit’s front cutter. | |
The view from above. The 2-Axis Depth Gauge lies flat on the table. Now the router bit is set for a ½” square rabbet – as easy as can be! | |
The router operation is spot on! | |
As expected, the set-up block fits exactly back in the rabbet. |
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