7819 Hoffmann X-Line 20 Manual Router with W2 bit

Hoffmann X-Line 20 Manual Dovetail Router, great for bespoke framers

• Takes router bits for W0, W1, W2, W3, and W4 keys

• Max moulding height 110mm

• Adjustable for dovetail keys up to 80mm

• Joins mouldings from 10mm wide using W1 keys

• Hand operation, with auto motor switch.

• Requires 13a supply.

The Hoffmann Dovetail Router works differently - while a V Nail has to compress or displace timber, the Hoffmann Router removes timber to form a slot in each face of the mitre. Moulded dovetail keys are then tapped into the slot for a tight, permanent join.

This Hoffmann X-Line 20 Manual Router is supplied with a W2 router bit, solid tungsten carbide with a life of around 10,000 strokes. W0 and W1 are sold separately. Hoffmanns requre a standard 13a power suppler and commercial grade vacuum cleaner for dust extraction. MU3P models require a compressed air supply.

How does a Hoffmann Router work?

- Set the router depth using the scale on the X-Line 20.

- Position the slot - lay a mitred piece on the bed and line up the slot location with the indicator on the machine. Slide up and lock the centre fence plate.

- Place the mitred piece to be routed on the left side of the bed with the rebate facing away.

- To start the machining cycle, pull the lever.

- Padded hold-down plate / pneumatic clamp secures moulding and motor is switched on. Continued pulling / foot pressure advances the router head until pre-set height is reached.

- Release the lever to return the router to its home position, shut off the motor and release the moulding. Pneumatic models return automatically. 

- Move the mitred piece to the right side of the bed to rout the other end. Repeat for all four mitred pieces.

- Assemble the frame by placing the first two pieces fast down, inserting the key and tapping it home with a soft face hammer. Repeat to complete the frame.

See also

Hoffmann Router Bits

Hoffmann Dovetail Keys

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