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- Rockler Ellipse/Circle Router Jig
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): 3.9500
- Type: Circle Cutting
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Why did you choose this?
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Need one
Leslie D
on Mar 26, 2018
Saw your add on youtube
Paul A
on Mar 5, 2018
winter work in the cellar.
joe d
on Feb 6, 2018
It looks like a good jig
Danny H
on Jan 2, 2018
Have used a homemade jig in the past. Decided to try this jig to see if I could get better results.
Ross M
on Dec 17, 2017
My wife paint pictures on plywood and this is just the right jig to cut out ellipse plywood for her to paint on
DAVID R
on Dec 14, 2017
saw it being used on/in Popular Woodworking magazine
Joe R
on Nov 27, 2017
I want to make furniture
carl l
on Oct 17, 2017
Best product for the money
Dave P
on Aug 31, 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
To make round and oval frames for my wife's stained glass projects.
Morris M
on Jun 3, 2017
wood table work
Zhe M
on Apr 9, 2017
need it to make oval signs
Snap happy
on Mar 22, 2017
I needed something dead on accurate for circles and ellipses and this fits the bill.
Allyn B
on Feb 15, 2017
Needed a good jig. It worked really well when I used it.
Patrick W
on Feb 11, 2017
To enhance router options in the shop.
Chris P
on Jan 1, 2017
Project specific solution
Richard L
on Dec 3, 2016
make my job easier
lloyd e
on Dec 2, 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
To be able to make free hand routed signs other than just square or rectangle borders.
Roy S
on Nov 29, 2016
Future Project
Robert Z
on Nov 28, 2016
Add to tool chest to enhance wood working options.
Paul T
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
Wanted to be able to cut ellipses
Bob W
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
Need one
Leslie D
on Mar 26, 2018
I need this to make around 100 tables for a restaurant.
Nick B
on Mar 8, 2018
Saw your add on youtube
Paul A
on Mar 5, 2018
Cause I wanted it
Jimmy T
on Mar 3, 2018
winter work in the cellar.
joe d
on Feb 6, 2018
I want to make a wooden Frisbee.
Brian M
on Jan 25, 2018
It looks like a good jig
Danny H
on Jan 2, 2018
This will be used for sign making also picture frames with some carving on them. The oval is something I can't do at this time and this will make it so much more simple and faster. Thanks.
Floydster
on Dec 25, 2017
Have used a homemade jig in the past. Decided to try this jig to see if I could get better results.
Ross M
on Dec 17, 2017
I have some really old pictures of my mother in the ellipse frame from back in the early 1900's and I want the create a frame to put a picture of my Dad that would match. Since my mother died when I was born and we never got to meet this would be special to have them framed up together.
Warren S
on Dec 15, 2017
My wife paint pictures on plywood and this is just the right jig to cut out ellipse plywood for her to paint on
DAVID R
on Dec 14, 2017
Son picked it out
Beverly S
on Dec 7, 2017
saw it being used on/in Popular Woodworking magazine
Joe R
on Nov 27, 2017
HAVE A LARGE CIRCLE TO MAKE
John O
on Nov 1, 2017
I want to make furniture
carl l
on Oct 17, 2017
I have one already And it needed to be replaced
David B
on Sep 26, 2017
Best product for the money
Dave P
on Aug 31, 2017
Upcoming project.
Thomas S
on Aug 4, 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
I need this to make around 100 tables for a restaurant.
Nick B
on Mar 8, 2018
Cause I wanted it
Jimmy T
on Mar 3, 2018
I want to make a wooden Frisbee.
Brian M
on Jan 25, 2018
This will be used for sign making also picture frames with some carving on them. The oval is something I can't do at this time and this will make it so much more simple and faster. Thanks.
Floydster
on Dec 25, 2017
I have some really old pictures of my mother in the ellipse frame from back in the early 1900's and I want the create a frame to put a picture of my Dad that would match. Since my mother died when I was born and we never got to meet this would be special to have them framed up together.
Warren S
on Dec 15, 2017
Son picked it out
Beverly S
on Dec 7, 2017
HAVE A LARGE CIRCLE TO MAKE
John O
on Nov 1, 2017
I have one already And it needed to be replaced
David B
on Sep 26, 2017
Upcoming project.
Thomas S
on Aug 4, 2017
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
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
Needed for home workshop projects.
Ronnie P
on Feb 21, 2017
Basic tool for ellipse /circle building.
Pete L
on Feb 13, 2017
Needed a quick way to cut out perfect circles, larger than my other tools could easily handle.
Barry P
on Jan 16, 2017
need it for work.
Jose S
on Dec 22, 2016
Great product at 50% off! Can't beat that!
Bryant J
on Dec 3, 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
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
Need to route circles and ellipses.
Alex M
on Nov 29, 2016
I chose this because it will make creating circles much easier.
Ruth R
on Nov 28, 2016
Need to cut various sized circles
DWIGHT D
on Nov 28, 2016
Need an ellipse/circle cutting router jig.
Kenneth L
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
Have not had a chance to try
DENNIS O
on Nov 20, 2016
what is the smallest minor axis and major axis the elliptical jig can make?
JIM D
on Oct 30, 2015
will this work without a plunge router?
A shopper
on Aug 8, 2015
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
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- Daniel G on May 11, 2017
- Purchased on May 17, 2015
BEST ANSWER: You could make another larger plate out of plexiglass
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- Daniel G on May 11, 2017
- Purchased on May 17, 2015
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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.
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- Steve Staff 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.
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- Steve Staff on Aug 13, 2015
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will the jig work with bosch routers?
MICHAEL
on Jul 27, 2015
BEST ANSWER: yes it does..i personally use a bosch with it.
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- Christopher b on Jul 28, 2015
- Purchased on Apr 1, 2015
Thanks for the info. I saw other comments on another site that said it wouldn't. Thanks again now I will order one!
What model Bosch do you use it with? I'm ready to buy this but now I'm having doubts after reading the reviews... however the reviews are a few years old and I'm now wondering if Rockler made the necessary upgrades...I have a Bosch 1617 ESVPK router combo.. Thank you for you input.
Which mounting holes did you use in the base? I cannot figure out the orientation.
BEST ANSWER: yes it does..i personally use a bosch with it.
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- Christopher b on Jul 28, 2015
- Purchased on Apr 1, 2015
Thanks for the info. I saw other comments on another site that said it wouldn't. Thanks again now I will order one!
What model Bosch do you use it with? I'm ready to buy this but now I'm having doubts after reading the reviews... however the reviews are a few years old and I'm now wondering if Rockler made the necessary upgrades...I have a Bosch 1617 ESVPK router combo.. Thank you for you input.
Which mounting holes did you use in the base? I cannot figure out the orientation.
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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.
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- Steve Staff on May 12, 2015
BEST ANSWER: Yes, waxing the groove can help this. If dovetail keys still seem too tight then sand them slightly on the edges.
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- Steve Staff on May 12, 2015
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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"
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- Richard S on Sep 18, 2016
- Purchased on Apr 4, 2015
BEST ANSWER: I think you will be fine the end that holds the router is 7"
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- Richard S on Sep 18, 2016
- Purchased on Apr 4, 2015
I have no idea of your hole pattern on that router, but I have a 7 inch wide PC plunge on mine & it works great.
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- Beverley P on Sep 18, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 2, 2015
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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
Shipping options and costs will be displayed in the on-line checkout based on the items ordered and your complete address. You will not need to submit the order to view these, however you will need to add the items to your cart and then go into checkout to enter your address info.
We regret that we will not be able to calculate any duties, taxes or brokerage fees that may be due at your end upon delivery of a shipment.
If assistance in needed our order specialists are available at orders@rockler.com
Shipping options and costs will be displayed in the on-line checkout based on the items ordered and your complete address. You will not need to submit the order to view these, however you will need to add the items to your cart and then go into checkout to enter your address info.
We regret that we will not be able to calculate any duties, taxes or brokerage fees that may be due at your end upon delivery of a shipment.
If assistance in needed our order specialists are available at orders@rockler.com
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- David Staff on May 4, 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
Shipping options and costs will be displayed in the on-line checkout based on the items ordered and your complete address. You will not need to submit the order to view these, however you will need to add the items to your cart and then go into checkout to enter your address info.
We regret that we will not be able to calculate any duties, taxes or brokerage fees that may be due at your end upon delivery of a shipment.
If assistance in needed our order specialists are available at orders@rockler.com
Shipping options and costs will be displayed in the on-line checkout based on the items ordered and your complete address. You will not need to submit the order to view these, however you will need to add the items to your cart and then go into checkout to enter your address info.
We regret that we will not be able to calculate any duties, taxes or brokerage fees that may be due at your end upon delivery of a shipment.
If assistance in needed our order specialists are available at orders@rockler.com
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- David Staff on May 4, 2015
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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.
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- Paul G on Nov 30, 2015
- Purchased on Feb 9, 2015
BEST ANSWER: It has to be screwed down. Do your work from the back side or you will have holes to fill.
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- Paul G on Nov 30, 2015
- Purchased on Feb 9, 2015
I am not a pro on this jig,but have been a home builder/renovator.I just use Drywall scews . Taking te screws in and out will eventually strip the, thats why I use dry wall , they are inexpensive . By the way this whole set up opens the door to so many cool ideas. Good luck. Todd
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- Todd H on Nov 30, 2015
- Purchased on Mar 28, 2015
Rob I just used the appropiate counter sunk srews this is usely the underside of your work piece fill in holes with wood filler then sand and thats it regards Barry
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- Barry M on Nov 30, 2015
- Purchased on Mar 23, 2015
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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
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- Einar E on Jan 17, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 31, 2015
BEST ANSWER: elevate the material you're cutting for the oval so the pieces fall below the router bit
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- Einar E on Jan 17, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 31, 2015
I used a scrap piece of plywood under the whole project when I cut through. No problem
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- Morris M on Jun 25, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 3, 2017
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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.
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- Karl B on Dec 1, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 9, 2015
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.
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- Karl B on Dec 1, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 9, 2015
No, I have a Porter Cable and a Boch. You may have to drill holes.
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- Valdimoar E on Dec 5, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 9, 2015
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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
Murray
Murray
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- Murray G on Nov 29, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 8, 2015
BEST ANSWER: Yes, be careful when purchasing such jigs some can cut Circles and Ellipses while others simply layout/cut Circles
Murray
Murray
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- Murray G on Nov 29, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 8, 2015
yes, it will make circles and ellipses
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- Beverley P on Nov 29, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 2, 2015
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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)
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- Rick H Staff on Jul 18, 2016
BEST ANSWER: The maximum major access length that this can cut is 52" (1320mm)
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- Rick H Staff on Jul 18, 2016
The product is very good as are other jigs from Rockler. I have never tried an ellipse that size so I couldn't give you a positive answer.
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- Kenneth F on Jul 14, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2015
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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.
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- Rick H Staff on Jul 11, 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.
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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.
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- William N on May 17, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2015
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.
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- William N on May 17, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2015
I use at least a 3/8 and more often 1/2 inch plunge straight bit. I plunge equal to the diameter until I get through the project. Hope this helps, Beverley.
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- Beverley P on May 17, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 2, 2015
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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
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- Barry S on Mar 6, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 3, 2015
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
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- Barry S on Mar 6, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 3, 2015
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what is the maximum radius for a circle?
A shopper
on Jun 13, 2015
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can i use a regular router or does it have to be a plunge router? I don't have a plunge router.
Laurence J
on Jan 28, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Read the list of compatibile routers. I had 4 different routers and I thought one of mine would match the pre-drilled holes. I had to buy a new one, which I don’t mind, less bits and tools to change out. If the holes match and you can adjust the depth of your cut, it will work. For a clean cut you need to be able to take it in small increments to avoid tear out. Theoretically you could re-drill the holes in the jig to fit your router, but unless you are spot on, your cut will be off. Best bet is to have a router off the compatibility list in the description.
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- Ryan L on Jan 29, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 21, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Read the list of compatibile routers. I had 4 different routers and I thought one of mine would match the pre-drilled holes. I had to buy a new one, which I don’t mind, less bits and tools to change out. If the holes match and you can adjust the depth of your cut, it will work. For a clean cut you need to be able to take it in small increments to avoid tear out. Theoretically you could re-drill the holes in the jig to fit your router, but unless you are spot on, your cut will be off. Best bet is to have a router off the compatibility list in the description.
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- Ryan L on Jan 29, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 21, 2016
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will it make a 24x48 in. eclipse table top?
David S
on Jan 23, 2018
BEST ANSWER: yes this jig should be able to make the elispe you are looking for. 52 inches is the maximum diameter circle.
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- Phil M on Jan 23, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 5, 2016
BEST ANSWER: yes this jig should be able to make the elispe you are looking for. 52 inches is the maximum diameter circle.
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- Phil M on Jan 23, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 5, 2016
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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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- Daniel G on May 11, 2017
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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
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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
The router I used on the Ellipse was a Dewalt, it fit fine, no issues
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- Doug M on Apr 1, 2016
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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
The router I used on the Ellipse was a Dewalt, it fit fine, no issues
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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.
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- Monte on Mar 25, 2016
- Purchased on Aug 10, 2015
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.
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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
The hole pattern on the circle jig is a equilateral triangle with 4" OC spacing
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- Rick H Staff 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
The hole pattern on the circle jig is a equilateral triangle with 4" OC spacing
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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.
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- Jerry G on Nov 27, 2015
- Purchased on Mar 16, 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.
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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.
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BEST ANSWER: It worked w/ my ryobi fixed base router- not a perfect fit but just fine.
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does the rockler ellipse/circle jig fit my skil stationary 1/3hp router ?
joe d
on Jan 18, 2018
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Fantastic
The jig worked excellent! I am very pleased with the results

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ellipse router jig
After a few trial runs, love it.
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Very happy
I looked at some of the reviews and I sure do not have the same problems. Mine is really very well made. The slides work quite smooth. I have no problems what so ever with this tool. It has made my wood sign making so much easier. Thank you.
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Bought both items for husbands Christmas. I'm sure he'll be thrilled.
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Easy to use - well designed:
Extremely happy with the design and functionality..
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Circle Cutting Excellence
This product did exactly what it is design to do. I have not cut and ellipse yet but I am feeling confident it will work. I used it for the first time to cut a 30" diameter circle. It easily did the job. The only negative is I had to drill new mounting holes to mount my Craftsman router. Not a big chore.
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Didn't want to take the time to make an ellipse jig so I ordered Rocklers. Cut a perfect table top on the first try. Some reviews mentioned some slop that would ruin a project. I did not have any deflection or slop.
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Great little jig!
I am fairly new to woodworking and so was hoping this jig would help me with the project I had in mind. It worked perfectly once I figured out how to use it. I did wax the grooves first, since I had read thru all of the questions before purchasing and that seemed like a no brainer. There were no instructions in the box, only the ones on the jig itself, but there is a manual on the site that I downloaded and from there easy peasy! I recommend it.
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Circle cutter
My wife wanted a 4' diameter table top cut out of birch plywood for one of her many wood burning (pyrography) projects. What I had been using for a circle cutter did not work well enough for her needs. I have the smaller version of this jig so I know how well it works, so when this larger version came out, I grabbed it and put it to work and in less than 30 minutes, I had her table top cut out, sanded and ready for her to start working on. When she completes this project, it will become the focal point of her studio.
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Easy to use
Very nice jug for my needs. Could not line up holes with my router base so I double-faced taped it to the jig and it worked easily.
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Works like a charm. I used it to make a picture frame,for a 15" dia. mirror using a round table top blank. Very easy to set-up and my PC plunge router base mounted right up.
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Good tool for circle

Christmas tree. Haven,t tried ellipse
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perfect for the job...
Had this product before and used it many times to produced arched top book shelves and cabinets. Moved my shop and lost/broke some of the pieces in the process. So this is my second purchase of this product. My shop doesn't produce arched top cabinets every day, but when we do, this is the "go to" tool to get the job done. Very easy to use. Accurate. High quality.
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Great service
Thanks for the quick service. Several small pieces were missing and a phone call got me everything i needed. I think I will ove my new jig.
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Great jig
This jig works great. I was surprised how smooth it glides elispes. The holes on the jig did not line up with any of my routers ( I have a Triton, Makita and Ryobi) so I had to drill new mounting holes. After a little mounting work it works spectacularly.
It cuts very accurately.
It cuts very accurately.
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Flawless Operation
This tool is easy to set up and operates flawlessly.
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Excellent
very easy to use and stable/accurate
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It worked just the way I had hoped helping to create multiple and various radios templates.
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Excelent jig
This jig works great! I have cut circles and ellipses with jig and the setup is quick and easy. I had to modify the router base to fit my Craftsman's, it took about 20 minutes. I recommend this product to anyone that needs to cut ellipse or circles.
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Great tool but what you need to do is package both bases together and offer it for one good deal
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A very inexpensive way to cut guality pieces
It works better than I expected
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I have only used it once, but like how it performs.
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The jig works great, easy to use, no problems at all. Wish I could buy a larger base.
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Works well
I've been working on a compass rose floor medallion for a house I'm finishing up. I needed to cut a perfect 36" circle from 7/16" plywood to mount the laser cut pieces of the medallion before installing it on the floor. The plywood circle really needed to be 36" +/- no more than 1/32". I started to just make my own, but time is of the essence on this project. Rockler offered this jig at a sale price too good to pass up. Using this jig I was able to nail the plywood circle at an exact 36" the first try! The jig did need some modification to match the base of my Bosch plunge router, but it was very easy to retrofit. Can't wait to cut some ovals with it! Great product. Well made and worth the price charged.
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Great Jig
Very smooth jig. This will be outstanding tool in my shop.
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Router jig
Easy to use. Worked just like promised.
Arrived on time.
Great for cutting circles.
Arrived on time.
Great for cutting circles.
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Modified to be an Ellipse Drawing Tool
I'm sure that is works great with a router, but I modified it to work with a fine pen, so that I could create oval frames for my Intarsia patterns. I also added a stick-on tape to give easy repeatability.
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The Rockler Elipse/Circle Router.
My husband uses it and says he is very good, it strongly recommended.
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Nice jig
Very well made item. Does not require "space technology" to be made - simple and proper working tool which works great for reasonable price. Can be made by any woodworker but instead of spending time for jig making you can buy this one and enjoy actual woodworking. Thank you! I bought this jig together with extra base for big circle/ellipse making.
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ellipse jig
I recently bought the ellipse jig to use with my Porter cable router for picture frame, oval, round top tables and signboards. It works extremely well.
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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!
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September 18, 2012
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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.
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June 29, 2011
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Whoever invented this product is a...
Whoever invented this product is a genius. I was a little apprehesive about how smoothly this jig would perform because there is so much that has to go right to make it work. I was very happy with the performance and the end result. Set-up was a breeze, and it fit easily on my Hitachi plunge router. I had to cut an eliptical opening out of a trash container top and it turned out perfectly. Thank you Rockler!
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January 28, 2011
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I made this jig 2 years...
I made this jig 2 years ago in my shop. Pretty much the same design Out of 3/4 lexan, wish I would have known! But keep up the great products!
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October 14, 2010
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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!
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October 7, 2010
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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.
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February 8, 2010
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I have only made circles with...
I have only made circles with this so far but have been very impressed with how solid this piece of equipment is. I even made several rings as little as 1/8" thick 15" inches in diameter from MDF and it was accurate enough to cut the ring perfectly. So far a fool proof product.
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October 12, 2009
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Excellent addition to my workshop! Worked...
Excellent addition to my workshop! Worked great right out of the box. I am a devoted Rockler customer. Thanks!
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September 27, 2009
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Excellent jig. As a novice the...
Excellent jig. As a novice the thought of cutting an oval is intimidating at best. The Rockler Ellipse/Circle Router Jig made cutting a breeze! I cut 2 identical oval tops for a couple of end tables I refurbished and had zero problems. Easy to adapt to a Skill brand router. Would recommend to anyone!
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June 30, 2009
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I used this jig to cut...
I used this jig to cut 6 circles all the same size then cut 5 of them into donuts. It made cutting circles I could stack and be the same a breeze. I can't wait to get to use it again.
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October 13, 2008
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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.
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July 18, 2008
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Good but not great
Craftsman router needed some coaxing to fit. I would like to see some measurements as a guideline for making set up easier.
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Rockler Ellipse circle jig
Works very well and set up is pretty easy. The only thing I could not do was set up for small circles of 9" or less. Otherwise a great value.
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Just added a great new tool to the collectipn.
Just got it. Will give it a try as soon as the work bench has room.
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