The MicroJig Matchfit Relief Router Bit with a 1/4″ shank is a game - changer for woodworking. It can route silky - smooth dovetail tracks in one go. This bit is specially crafted for MATCHFIT Dovetail Clamps and Dovetail Hardware. Its built - in roundovers allow for clean dovetail grooves in a single pass, saving you time on sanding and letting you focus more on building. The MATCHFIT Dovetail Router Bit has a unique design. It uses the standard 14°, ½” profile but with rounded corners. It cuts incredibly clean Dovetail grooves, reducing the need for sanding and making the match fit system quicker and easier. The 8° down Shear feature evacuates chips and dust by using the bit's rotation, cutting down on friction and heat for cleaner cuts. The 1/32” bottom round over strengthens the bottom corner of the Dovetail Groove, especially important for plywood as it minimizes ply separation. The 1/16” top round over prevents tear - out and fuzz, cuts down on sanding, and provides a tolerance range. The bit can be set at a depth between .365” and .385” and still work well with MATCHFIT products. The width of the Groove opening at the top remains constant within this range. A shallower Groove means a smaller round over, and a deeper Groove makes the round over more obvious. The laser - cut ⅜” depth guide helps you cut a .375” deep Groove, right in the middle of the tolerance range. The wide base reduces vibration and noise during routing, resulting in smoother and cleaner cuts. The router collet safety line shows the proper insertion depth. The long shank fits major manufacturers' routers, providing more surface area for the collet to grip, reducing vibration and the risk of the bit ejecting.
Using this MicroJig router bit is easy. First, make sure the router is turned off. Insert the bit into the router collet, following the router collet safety line to ensure proper depth. Once inserted, tighten the collet. Set the depth of the bit using the laser - cut ⅜” depth guide as a reference. If you need a different depth, you can adjust it within the .365” to .385” tolerance range. When routing, let the bit do the work. The 8° down Shear will help evacuate chips and dust. For best results, move the router steadily over the material. As for maintenance, after each use, clean the bit with a soft brush to remove any dust and debris. Store it in a dry place, preferably in a case to protect it from damage. And always wear safety goggles and a dust mask when using the router bit to protect yourself from flying chips and dust.
