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The Rockler Ellipse and Circle Jig

Rockler Ellipse/Circle Router Jig

Item #: 27712
Now you can easily create perfect circles, ellipses and sweeping arcs!
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Overview

The Rockler Ellipse/Circle Router Jig lets you cut circles and ellipse shapes over a wide range of dimensions and proportions. With your router and this handy, easy-to-use jig, you'll be able to make picture frames, mirrors, signs, tabletops and more in just a matter of minutes. Compare to other ellipse/circle router jigs that cost $100 more. Set up takes only a couple of minutes and is virtually math-free. Using the jig is just as easy. As you move the router through the cut, the jig's sliding dovetail mechanism keeps the router precisely on the cut line. Designed for use with just about any plunge router.


Features:

  • Includes jig arm, jig base, two dovetail keys, and two locking pivots
  • Single pivot can be locked to make circles up to 52" diameter
  • Pre-drilled for Makita 1100; Milwaukee 5615-5624; DeWalt 616-618; Bosch MRC23 Series, 1617-1618; Ridgid 2930 Combo Kit; Hitachi M12VC (fixed and kit); Porter Cable 690 series, 890 series, 7529, 97529 and 8529 routers or routers with 6" base footprints

What's included

(1) Rockler Ellipse/Circle Router Jig

Technical Details

  • Minimum circle diameter 9-1/4"
  • Maximum length for major axis is 52"
  • Maximum difference between minor and major axis is 8"
  • Minimum difference between minor and major axis is 3-1/2"
  • Made from 1/4" thick phenolic for durability
  • Brand: Rockler
  • Weight (lbs): 4.0500
  • Type: Circle Cutting

Product Warnings

WARNING This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/product

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Why did you choose this?
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I need something to cut the round in smooth cut. It is what I am looking for small and large size.
Nancy C on Jun 26, 2017
To make round and oval frames for my wife's stained glass projects.
Morris M on Jun 3, 2017
I need something to cut the round in smooth cut. It is what I am looking for small and large size.
Nancy C on Jun 26, 2017
T0 use to make oval picture frames for my wife who paints.
Nathen G on Jun 5, 2017
To make round and oval frames for my wife's stained glass projects.
Morris M on Jun 3, 2017
to make round bases and an occasional oval base
Mike on Apr 9, 2017
wood table work
Zhe M on Apr 9, 2017
I want to be able to cut larger circles and ovals in making dining room tables. This jig will help me do that.
Brian P on Mar 24, 2017
need it to make oval signs
Snap happy on Mar 22, 2017
Needed for home workshop projects.
Ronnie P on Feb 21, 2017
I needed something dead on accurate for circles and ellipses and this fits the bill.
Allyn B on Feb 15, 2017
Basic tool for ellipse /circle building.
Pete L on Feb 13, 2017
Needed a good jig. It worked really well when I used it.
Patrick W on Feb 11, 2017
Needed a quick way to cut out perfect circles, larger than my other tools could easily handle.
Barry P on Jan 16, 2017
To enhance router options in the shop.
Chris P on Jan 1, 2017
need it for work.
Jose S on Dec 22, 2016
Project specific solution
Richard L on Dec 3, 2016
Great product at 50% off! Can't beat that!
Bryant J on Dec 3, 2016
make my job easier
lloyd e on Dec 2, 2016
not is the price a good one ;I have been trying to make a ellipse picture frame for some time and it will make a big difference when I need to make a circle or an ellipse.
828ken v on Dec 1, 2016
We have been making clocks with a face that is a circle and my husband made his own jog but thought this would help immensely.
Alice D on Nov 30, 2016
It was on sale, and I thought it would give my husband a wider variety of options when making gifts for people.
Gaye C on Nov 29, 2016
To be able to make free hand routed signs other than just square or rectangle borders.
Roy S on Nov 29, 2016
Need to route circles and ellipses.
Alex M on Nov 29, 2016
Future Project
Robert Z on Nov 28, 2016
I chose this because it will make creating circles much easier.
Ruth R on Nov 28, 2016
Add to tool chest to enhance wood working options.
Paul T on Nov 28, 2016
Need to cut various sized circles
DWIGHT D on Nov 28, 2016
Currently have need of a circle jig for a project I am beginning and have never owned one before. Have used Rockler products in the past and have always been very satisfied with quality and service.
Scott W on Nov 28, 2016
Need an ellipse/circle cutting router jig.
Kenneth L on Nov 28, 2016
Wanted to be able to cut ellipses
Bob W on Nov 28, 2016
I frequently find myself creating inventive ways to cut circles and want a clean, stable jig to help.
Ian A on Nov 28, 2016
I saw it in a flyer sent to me. I hope it will help me cut curves for my model railroad.
Charles F V on Nov 21, 2016
Have not had a chance to try
DENNIS O on Nov 20, 2016
Price
Steven M H on Nov 19, 2016
You tube video made this look like a must have too.
CONSTANCE I on Nov 8, 2016
I do carving reliefs inside circles on rough split wood. This gives me ovals too.
STEVE S on Nov 3, 2016
Kinda needed it for a project I'm working on. And didn't really have the time to make my own jig.
Chuck P on Oct 28, 2016
Mostly for the elliptical part, but it's also helpful for bigger circles.
DAVID H on Sep 22, 2016
Want to cut out Ellipse for chairs
MICHAEL B on Sep 20, 2016
It's novelty!
Ana A on Aug 27, 2016
to make radias designs easier
mario m on Aug 24, 2016
I need this for the table tops I am planning to build. Goes along with the furniture I am building for my house.
Sandra R on Aug 9, 2016
i need to cut a circle
curtis F on Aug 2, 2016
I need to make a large circular table top. Based on the reviews I think this will do the job.
carl c on Jul 3, 2016
I like Rockler products, good reviews and needed a circle jig.
James A on Jun 29, 2016
Great for making oblong sizes repeatedly.
Leo F on Jun 9, 2016
To cut ellipses and circles
Noel H on Jun 3, 2016
To make ellipses for a project.
Michael W on May 1, 2016
I was looking for a purpose built elliptical jig and found this unit via an internet search. It will be invaluable for the making of elliptical platters.
David P on Apr 5, 2016
to cut oval signs and frames
Wayne C on Apr 2, 2016
I have made several round tables stands and large clock faces.
Brian s on Mar 30, 2016
T0 use to make oval picture frames for my wife who paints.
Nathen G on Jun 5, 2017
to make round bases and an occasional oval base
Mike on Apr 9, 2017
what is the smallest minor axis and major axis the elliptical jig can make?
JIM D on Oct 30, 2015
BEST ANSWER: By reading the downloadable instructions, it looks like it is 171/2" x9 1/2". Maybe someone at Rockler will actually get on here and confirm this answer.
will the jig work with bosch routers?
MICHAEL on Jul 27, 2015
BEST ANSWER: I had to modify the jig and drove my own holes Enter an answer to this question.
can it be modified to make a larger ellipse (6' 7" major axis)?
Rob W on Apr 18, 2016
BEST ANSWER: You could make another larger plate out of plexiglass
i bought a rockler ellipse jig and i went by the directions. every time it jams up in the dovetail groove. do i need to wax the groove?
bruce d on May 10, 2015
BEST ANSWER: Yes, waxing the groove can help this. If dovetail keys still seem too tight then sand them slightly on the edges.
I have a Triton TRA 001 Router will the 27712 circle jig fit?
A shopper on Aug 13, 2015
BEST ANSWER: The pre-drilled hole locations won't match, but you can drill the jig base to match the router.
will the predrilled holes fit the Porter Cable 890 Series?
Pat D on Jul 15, 2015
BEST ANSWER: yes
Hi do you have this jig in the UK?
A shopper on May 3, 2015
BEST ANSWER: We do not have any locations outside the U.S. however you would be able to order on our website www.rockler.com

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will this work without a plunge router?
A shopper on Aug 8, 2015
BEST ANSWER: It should. There is enough spring in the arm if you don't take to big of a cut to lower the bit down
Bosch 1617 plunge router that has ~ 6 -11/16" dia. base: i.e. can this jig be drilled to accommodate this popular model?
Dan A on Sep 18, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I think you will be fine the end that holds the router is 7"
What is the recommended method for attaching the jig to the workpiece? The jig appears to have screw holes pre-drilled, but no screws were provided.
rob t on Nov 30, 2015
BEST ANSWER: It has to be screwed down. Do your work from the back side or you will have holes to fill.
how do you keep the discard piece from dropping and thus interfering with the router path?
wayneled86 on Jan 15, 2017
BEST ANSWER: elevate the material you're cutting for the oval so the pieces fall below the router bit
Hi, do you know if the DEWALT DWP611PK router will work with the pre-drilled holes?
Ben S on Dec 1, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I'm so sorry to say that I have not had the time to use the circle guide, nor do I own the router in question.
What is the main difference between this jig and the other Rockler circle jig that sells for 40? Is it that this one makes ellipses?
Aepaul2016 on Nov 28, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Yes, be careful when purchasing such jigs some can cut Circles and Ellipses while others simply layout/cut Circles

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Is it possible to cut ellipse shape around 2750mm on the longest edge X 1350mm on shorter ? With Rockler
Dbenny on Jul 14, 2016
BEST ANSWER: The maximum major access length that this can cut is 52" (1320mm)
How do I cut circles? There are no directions or instructions with the jig.
riverbum on Jul 10, 2016
BEST ANSWER: To cut a circle with this jig you only use one of the sliding pins and fasten it down in the center with screws. On this page of our website you can find the instructions on the right hand side of the page just down from the top a bit under the header of Technical Downloads. The last square show how to cut circles.
What size / style bit are people using with this jig?
Mark Z on May 16, 2016
BEST ANSWER: All of my bits are 1/2 inch shank and if I am just cutting a circle I use a straight bit anywhere from 1/4 to 1/2 inch in diameter. I have found that if the material that I am cutting is more than 1/2 inch thick, I make cuts in several different depths. It is much easier on the router bit and prevents burns in hard wood.
Interested in purchasing this product, I'm new to woodworking have a bosch router but wondering what type of router bit you would use to cut wood out with?
Christopher L on Mar 4, 2016
BEST ANSWER: A small diameter straight bit. Be sure to make several passes, at least two to three, depending on the material thickness. Good luck
what is the maximum radius for a circle?
A shopper on Jun 13, 2015
BEST ANSWER: Sorry, 26" is the max radius.
Are the T-bolts hollowed out so they fit over the pins? What keeps the T-bolts from popping up off the pins? Thanks
Mike G on May 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: T bolts have a chamfer to allow bolt to lay flush in the T block which I believe is threaded. I absolutely love this jig especially for use in oval frames or large diameters. I have built my own in the past but it didn't near as smooth as this! Thx Hope this helps!!

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will this jig fit on a festool router like OF 1010 or OF 1400?
Humpie on Feb 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: You may have to drill mounting holes
Will this fit a Trend T11?
SteveBomford on Apr 1, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I'm not familiar with a Trend T-11, the product should list all routers that will fit the unit. If not, contact Rockler.
The router I used on the Ellipse was a Dewalt, it fit fine, no issues
I have a Skil 1823 will it work with that?
MaryL on Mar 6, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I cannot say for sure, but I own multiple types of routers and it has worked with each and everyone of them. I would think the Skil 1823 would be the same.
Can I make a 9cm Circle or less, with this article ?
Juan Diego S on Feb 25, 2016
BEST ANSWER: no
I have a craftsman router model no. 320.27680. Will 27712 circle jig fit?
George W on Nov 30, 2015
BEST ANSWER: You will have to drill new holes to hold the craftman router.
The hole pattern on the circle jig is a equilateral triangle with 4" OC spacing
Will this fit on my Porter Cable Model 7539 Plunge Router?
Daniel B on Nov 26, 2015
BEST ANSWER: Hey Daniel, this jig will only fit on routers with a 6 inch base and I believe the 7539 porter cable has a 7 inch base hop this helps.
Will this cut an arc 42 inches long that rises 1.5 inches in the middle?
michael A on Nov 9, 2015
BEST ANSWER: No
Does it accept Ryobi plunge routers?
Mark L on Oct 9, 2015
BEST ANSWER: It worked w/ my ryobi fixed base router- not a perfect fit but just fine.
Will the Rockler Ellipse/Circle Router Jig work with a Milwaukee 5616-24 2-1/4 Max HP EVS Multi-Base Router Kit?
Tom S on Jul 12, 2017
Will a Bosch Colt Plunge router fit the base or is it a case of drilling the base to fit the router?
Trey H on Nov 11, 2016
I need an elliptical jig that will cut an oval a minimum of 48"wide, will this jig do the trick?
Steve W on Jan 1, 2016

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Very good deal for $, but...
Very good deal for $, but you need to round off the four edges of the dovetail keys a little with sandpaper and then spray a little Top-Cote on it and the Rockler Ellipse Jig will work perfect, beats paying a lot more money. Works best with a plunge router.
July 18, 2008
This is an excellent jig. I...
This is an excellent jig. I have been building fine furniture for years, and you need to use the tool for which it was designed. I took this out of the box, and cut a 36" circle from 1" hard maple. It took 4 passes, but the top came out beautiful. Not done, I then attached a 1" bull-nose bit in my router, and used the circle jig to cut the bull-nose. This is from Rockler, a company who designs tools for the home workshop. Again, stick with using the tool for which it was designed, you will never be disappointed!
October 7, 2010
I recently bought the ellipse jig...
I recently bought the ellipse jig to use with my Rigid Model 2930 2.25HP plunge router. I routed some oval tables out of plywood with a finished oak veneer surface. I used a half inch spiral upcut bit, which left no splintering. I had no problems attaching the jig to my router and it worked extremely well. You do have to make sure you have a good workbench and that your work and ellipse base are firmly secure. You also have to make sure your router power cord does not get tangled. I was able to consistently route out seven 18x36 inch ovals and was very happy with the results.
June 29, 2011
A good buy
If you need to do circles or an ellipse, this will make it a lot easier. I had to drill holes to fit my router but no big deal. I hooked it up to my Bosch Colt and it did just fine. Did 3 passes with a straight router bit to get to the depth I needed. @ hints I read in the other reviews: 1) a plunge router works best, and 2) find a way to make the slides run easier. I read where some even sanded the corners on the slides to not catch at the crossover. Giving it 4 stars having to drill and countersink the end to fit my router. I have 2 Bosch, Ryobi (a gift) and a Porter Cable. The Porter Cable is dedicated to my router lift on a table and the other 2 are hefty machines. The Colt is light and more than enough to handle the job. Want to use some spiral upcut bits as I think they will do better
October 27, 2014
I bought this jig and last...
I bought this jig and last weekend cut my first circle using the jig and my router (EVER). The jig is very easy to use and the table top turned out GREAT. This will make a addition to my shop.
February 8, 2010
I have 2 routers, this item...
I have 2 routers, this item won't fit either, I've tried to send it back, but it will cost way to much, I still have it, just don't seem right.Editor's note: This item is pre-drilled for Porter-Cable 690/890 routers, however it can be used with any router with 6" base footprints by drilling additional holes to match router.
September 3, 2008
I purchased this jig for custom...
I purchased this jig for custom sign shapes for my sign carving business. The instructions were very clear and easy to have for reference right on the jig. After playing around with the jig on some scrap plywood, I gave it a try. I used a 1/2 inch spiral upcut bit in my plunge router and made gradual cuts in 1/4 inch increments. Very easy to use and made a perfect oval! Just take your time and take some practice cuts before you make a formal cut. The jig is very high quality, sturdy and fits my PC 890 series like a glove. I am using it again on a large custom sign and am looking forward to it. Great tool!
September 18, 2012
Works great in theory. Not so...
Works great in theory. Not so well in reality. Fine particles of dust will cause the slides to bind, along with the slides and groves not being precision machined. Slides will stick making the ellipse rough in spots. Extremely difficult to line the router bit with the desired ellipse size. Marking on the arm showing the centerline of the bit would be very helpful. Instructions leave a lot to be desired in these aspects.
November 10, 2007
This product is simple to setup...
This product is simple to setup and I have had very good results. I do recommend that anyone using this jig apply soap to the sliders before cutting to lubricate and ease the movement of the slides through the guide. Once you do this, the jig works wonderfully- if you don't it will be sticky and difficult to move.
November 17, 2007
I have own it for about...
I have own it for about 3 years. This is a great jig , it comes with a 1 1/2" hole that you can use with a brass guide, in that way you don't need to bolt it to your router and the cord will not wind up on you and you can use it on any router you have. But with all oval jigs it has a built in error, but you can over come that by using the magic donuts rings that will take the error out of the jig You will not see the error until you want to make some oval picture frames or mirrors, the narrow parts are thinner but that's the down fall with all oval jigs. If you want to see how to make the donuts or how to use used them with 1 1/2" brass guide go to the routerfoums.com All in all I would say it's a great jig.and well worth the money.
March 22, 2012

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