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Router Table Box Joint Jig

Rockler Router Table Box Joint Jig

Item #: 59032
Make strong, tight-fitting box joints on your router table—great for small- to medium-sized boxes!
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Overview

Box joints are strong and attractive, and with the help of our Router Table Box Joint Jig, they're also straightforward to make. This jig uses precision-machined solid brass indexing keys to ensure uniform finger spacing and an airtight fit. Keys are included for three finger widths: 1/4'', 3/8'' and 1/2'', and can be used with stock up to 3/4'' thick. The smooth-sliding sled features long ''skis'' that keep it square to the bit and tabs on the bottom that stop the sled at the end of the cut. Lock it into the miter slot of your table with our comfortable Easy-to-Grip knobs and you're ready to rout.


Features:

  • Solid brass indexing keys ensure uniform spacing and tight finger joints
  • Indexing keys store neatly in slots behind the sled
  • Comfortable ergonomic knobs lock platform into 3/4'' miter slot
  • Sled is made of durable glass-filled nylon, slides smoothly and provides ample support
  • Sacrificial MDF fence face helps control tearout
  • Dimensionally stable MDF platform has low-friction melamine coating for easy sliding and durability

Important Notes

  • Requires a straight router bit (sold separately) to match the size of the indexing key. Up-cut spiral bits deliver the cleanest cuts and help prevent blowout.

What's included

(1) Melamine-coated MDF platform
(2) Soft-grip knobs with miter track hardware
(1) Glass-filled nylon sled
(1) Sacrificial fence face
(1) 1/4'' brass indexing key
(1) 3/8'' brass indexing key
(1) 1/2'' brass indexing key
(1) Set of Instructions

Technical Details

  • Platform Dimensions: 10-3/4'' x 11-1/2'' x 1/2'' thick
  • Platform Material: MDF with melamine coating
  • Sled Material: Glass-filled nylon
  • Compatible Miter Slot: 3/8'' x 3/4''
  • Finger Joint Widths: 1/4'', 3/8'', 1/2''
  • Maximum Stock Thickness: 3/4''
  • Router Table Compatibility: Near edge of router table's miter track must be between 4-1/2'' and 6-1/4'' from the center of the router bit
  • Brand: Rockler
  • Weight (lbs): 3.7000

Product Warnings

WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/product

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Why did you choose this?
Rockler Store
It had very good reviews and I didn't want to make my own.
Stephen K on Jul 21, 2018
LOOKS EASIER TO USE THAN THE ONE I HAD PURCHSED FROM WOODHAVEN.
David N on Jul 15, 2018
It had very good reviews and I didn't want to make my own.
Stephen K on Jul 21, 2018
To enable me to create attractive small wooden boxes for gifts.
Gary M on Jul 17, 2018
LOOKS EASIER TO USE THAN THE ONE I HAD PURCHSED FROM WOODHAVEN.
David N on Jul 15, 2018
watched a you tube video demonstrating its use.
Guy L on Jul 14, 2018
specific projects for my class and ease of use for accurate assembly
Paul W on Jul 12, 2018
TO TRY NEW THINGS
Angelo C on Jul 9, 2018
looks like a real answer to a great box jig
BARRY D on Jul 5, 2018
We tried making our own jig, but it didn't seem to be precise enough as some joints fit and others didn't. We are hoping the metal keys will provide the stability we need for the precise cuts.
Cecelia S on Jul 5, 2018
making a jewelry box
April L on Jul 3, 2018
the simplicity to make box joints my home made jigs not very accurate thanks
Benny G on Jul 1, 2018
Easy to use and accurate
Larry D on Jun 24, 2018
I want to make gifts for family members
Jack O on Jun 23, 2018
I am making boxes to organize my tools and accessories.
GrandpapaJoe on Jun 21, 2018
Safety.
Louis M on Jun 21, 2018
Boxes boxes and more boxes! Need an easier way to make them... and this looks like it'll do the trick.
David E R on Jun 18, 2018
Tired of fussing with mitered corners on small boxes. Will do both, though, in the future. Nice to have an option. Thanks, Rockler!
Steve S on Jun 15, 2018
Looks neat
Kevin B on Jun 15, 2018
Looks like an easier way to make dove tail boxes
Edward P on Jun 15, 2018
I have been making box joints on the table saw and not been happy with the results. would like to make them on the router table for cleaner cuts.
Harry Z on Jun 13, 2018
Seems like a simple way to make accurate box joints.
Bryan S on Jun 12, 2018
Always looking for something new to build - hopefully I can make some great Christmas gifts.
Frank K on Jun 3, 2018
Just what I would need to move up to the next level of fun...
Matthew S on Jun 1, 2018
Because it seems a little less complex, and it has the correct key sizes for smaller boxes. Didn't see an option on the larger unit for the smaller keys.
Joy D on May 30, 2018
I make small boxes. Anticipate that this jig will enable making more professional box joints.
Harold H on May 27, 2018
gift
Jay S on May 26, 2018
I really like the look of box joints and was looking for a tool to make them easier. The size of this was right, the price was right, and the simplicity is breath taking. Add Rockler's reputation for quality and it was an easy choice!
John P on May 26, 2018
Wanted an easier way to make box joints.
Michael L on May 25, 2018
I've been looking for a some what inexpensive way to make box joints, this is it!
112526-1 N on May 17, 2018
I saw it on 'Get hands dirty' youtube channel for making a box with finger joints
joshua b on May 16, 2018
All of my other Rockler jigs have worked as promised
Dan R on May 15, 2018
I'm interested in accurate finger joints, so opted for this jig.
Hondarider on May 15, 2018
I am interested in making small boxes.
Joe E. J on May 11, 2018
Make box joints for drawers I'm building; quickly and efficiently
THEODORE E on May 11, 2018
Economical way to do box joints
John H on May 10, 2018
It was a good price and something I needed.
Don V on May 10, 2018
I look forward to making great looking box joints
MATT C on May 9, 2018
Need to make a small well finished box for a friend
David C. Patton S on May 9, 2018
because your ads drive me crazy with all this cool stuff I can't live without...
Tony H on May 7, 2018
Nice compact jig, will go well with my newly built router table.
David A on May 6, 2018
We are just starting to make boxes ! At rockers saw and got! Fingers crossed ! They will help us if we need to ask questions!
Dorothy P on May 5, 2018
Clever design, helps to make clean cuts in repetition
Charley H on May 1, 2018
Simplifies the process with no guesswork.
WAYNE C on Apr 30, 2018
Looked like a good value and I'm starting to look at building decorative boxes.
pat k on Apr 30, 2018
I like to work with wood. I have bought and used other Rockler products and I was very satisfied.
Ronald M on Apr 29, 2018
to make box joints!! why else would I chose it?
PapaBill on Apr 27, 2018
I want it to make boxes for my chip carvings
JOE C on Apr 27, 2018
Recently I made a couple of boxes by hand an although they turned out ok, it was very time consuming and not quite as neat and clean as I would have liked.
Klaus P on Apr 27, 2018
Need the jig to develop and build small hardwood boxes.
Gregory E. K on Apr 26, 2018
I think it will be easier to make box corners with this than with a dovetail jig
Helen S on Apr 23, 2018
I want to make some boxes using this jig
Ronald R on Apr 17, 2018
To enable me to create attractive small wooden boxes for gifts.
Gary M on Jul 17, 2018
watched a you tube video demonstrating its use.
Guy L on Jul 14, 2018
How do you make the first cut?
Ivan T on Apr 30, 2018
BEST ANSWER: You first need to make your three spacers 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 inch for the setup between the brass bar and the router bit. first slide piece against bar and cut. next put the spacer you made against tthe brass bar, and the next piece against the spacer and then the rest is just cut .
Write-up says for "3/4 inch miter slot". Does it mean 3/8?
ChetP on Apr 9, 2018
BEST ANSWER: 3/4" Wide, 3/8" Deep miter slot.
Will this work on a kreg Precision Benchtop Router Table, prs2100?
Lynn V on Apr 24, 2018
BEST ANSWER: It fit snuggly on mine. 3/4" wide by 3/8" deep

Mike.
Will it fit on a Bosch RA1181 router table?
PapaBill on May 16, 2018
BEST ANSWER: you might have to put a couple of layers of tape on the pieces that fit in the slot because the provided one won't tighten up enough to hold it in the track
This jig fits nicely in the slot on my Bosch router table but tightening the five star knobs only stops the guides from moving on the jig. It does nothing to stop the jig from going side to side in the table slot. Is there some other piece or part I need to stop the guides from moving in the table slot?
BamaTony on May 16, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Add some tape the slot. It will tighten it up.
What is the best router bit to use with this box joint jig? A up cut or down cut spiral bit or a straight bit?
lester m on May 16, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Upcut Carbide bit. Steel bits will dull and overheat quickly.
Will this jig fit on all router tables?
Larry H on Jun 30, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This jig should work with most router tables that have a 3/4 inch track. Easy to set-up work and the brass fingers are accurate. Rich M
Does this work only on Rockler tables? Can I use it on my Craftsman table?
Arne S on Jun 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This works fine on my Kreg table. As long as the table has a standard mitre slot and the slot is no more than 7 inches from your router opening or the position of the router bit when it is above the table.
Will this work with a WoodCraft table?
Don D on Jun 25, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I'm not 100% sure of this but it should work on any router table with a groove for a miter gauge on the front edge. That's where the jig mount/secures to the table.

Good luck!
Will router and jig handle bamboo flooring?
David V on Jul 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Possibly, this jig is small, so if the pieces of flooring aren’t too long it should work. I find if the work pieces are over two feet long it’s difficult hold them in the jig to get accurate cuts.
Will this work on a Jessem router table?
Shawn on May 28, 2018
BEST ANSWER: If the Jessem router table meets all the specs laid out in the literature it'll work
Would this jig work to put through dovetails in the face of the wood I am using to make a flag case?
Jeffrey L H on Jul 19, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Sorry this jig is only for finger joints. If your looking for a jig I do recommend checking out the dovetail jigs available at Rockler. They have different varieties. Hope this helps.
I have rocklers router table and the miter slot is farther away than the recommended distance by 1/8” -1/4” will I have a problem?
George W on Jul 16, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Not sure I understand your question but mine works great. I suggest you prep some scrap wood and play with it until your sure you understand how it works. Good idea to never trust instructions but follow them through at least once. Rye
What is the largest size box you can make with this jig?
S N on Jun 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Actually you are limited to the overhead room in your shop, provided you make each cut with the piece tightley against the brass guide. I have done a 2 ' x 4' box with my jig. I guess it also depends on how accurate your set up spacer is. Lots of luck!
How deep can slots be cut in the material using a stander router bit?
C. H on May 9, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Per the downloadable directions the maximum thickness is 1". That is also the length required for the fingers. Depth of finger cut is the thickness of the wood being used plus a very small amount so you can sand the fingers flush after assembly..
Are the indexing Keys compatible with the old rockler box joint jig?on that model, the indexing is done with long bars that are a pain to store as to swap out. The keys look to be a smart enhancement, but I don't want to buy a whole new jig. And if they are, can I purchase the keys by themselves?
Douglas C on Jun 25, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Unfortunately I have no experience with the older jig, so to be fair I cannot accurately answer your question.
Will this jig work with my Bench Dog router table?
Dennis S on May 4, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes.
Will this jig work on the Sawstop inline router table?
O T on Jul 14, 2018

Reviews

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3.8 / 5.0
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Works great
Easy to set up. Well built .works great
July 12, 2018
Purchased
 1 month ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
Although the clamps do not fit my router table track I just use C clamps on my table. Makes nice box joints.
June 8, 2018
Purchased
 2 months ago
very handy and works well
June 6, 2018
Purchased
 2 months ago
Woodworking Experience:
Advanced
I love this jig
I bought this jig to make quick painless box joints.
After reading the instructions (wrong first time I might add) I was able to perfect the box joints & they are tight as they should be.
The only complaint is they could have included the piece of MDF for the 1/4" & 3/8" pieces but I had a piece of MDF laying around so was not a problem. Overall I am very happy with this jig.
June 6, 2018
Purchased
 2 months ago
Woodworking Experience:
Advanced
worked well easy to use
May 28, 2018
Purchased
 2 months ago
It took a few practice runs but now works great, keep 'em coming
May 19, 2018
Purchased
 2 months ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
Beat any other way I have tryed
This product is a dream come true. It makes clean straight 1/2in, 3/8in and 1/4in box cuts every time if you set it up right. It is so easy to use but you have to read and follow the instructions. Now for some of us, like me this is a last resort. The slides are nice and the brasses are the right size. Dust collection might be the only problem with this unit. But, for making a box joint it is great.
May 15, 2018
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
Havent used it yet!
When I got the jig I put it together right away. I was short the two 1/4-20 screws that hold the indexing finger to the the fence. So I had to find two 1/4-20X1" screws to complete my set up. Havent used the jig yet but will soon. Made very well, so I dont thing there will be any problems. Reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is the fact that the screws were not included in the package and they certainly should been. Need a little more quality control on packaging.
July 21, 2018
Purchased
 3 weeks ago
Woodworking Experience:
Advanced
Works good, but needs accessories
Bought this to make small boxes. It indicated I needed bits, so I ordered two. When it arrived instructions said I needed spacers to match bits. Fortunately the fingers that are included are 1/2” at the base so I used one of them to cut 1/2” box joints. Been nice to know that spacers were required and even better to make them and bit set available at special price. Other than that it works fine.
June 18, 2018
Purchased
 1 month ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
An elegant combination of economy and precision
Don't be thrown off by the economical build -- like any good jig, this does one thing and does it extremely well. It takes some trial and error to hone in on the set-up you'll need for a particular project (no more than any shop tool), but once you do, creating joints is a breeze and every joint will fit like a good jigsaw puzzle. I created a trial box with beautifully matched corners within two hours of receiving the jig.
It's small and light enough to pick up with one hand and tuck away in any spare shelf space. I would recommend getting a set of bar gauges or set-up bars if you don't have one -- it speeds up the prep and cuts down on waste considerably. One quibble: it comes with just one sacrificial fence, set for a half-inch joint. You have to make more yourself. I had a hard time finding MDF in the right width, but once I did, a 2x2 slab gave me enough fences to last an occasional user for years.
June 17, 2018
Purchased
 1 month ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate