Mortise and Tenon Jig - Trend & Leigh

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Leigh FMT Mortice & Tenon Jig

• Over 70 sizes of mortises and tenons
• Optional standard joint guides available in 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" (5/16" included with jig), (Imperial version)
• Optional standard joint guides available in 6mm , 10mm and 12mm (8mm included with jig) (Metric version)
• Maximum joint size 1/2"x 5" (Imperial version) 12mm x 125mm (Metric version)
• Double, triple and quadruple joints
• Easily recorded, repeatable joint tightness adjustment
• Angled and compound angled joints
• Works with virtually any plunge router

The Leigh frame mortice and tenon jig or FMT as we know it is an outstanding product with superb build quality. No other jig or method can match the ease, versatility and absolute precision of the FMT. This jig brings the possibility of professional quality mortice and tenon joints to any workshop and any woodworker. Mortice and Tenon joints routed on the FMT are immensely strong and virtually indestructible. This centuries-old joint is the thoroughbred of all woodworking joints and is used in fine furniture and cabinetmaking everywhere. Bench mounted, the FMT jig takes up little room in the workshop and is always readily available for use with little setting up. All makes of router can be fitted to the Leigh FMT jig using the routers side fence rod clamps. This system allows the router to be quickly fitted to or removed from the jig, no need for a dedicated router.
Please note: The FMT is available in both imperial and metric versions.

Features
• Over 70 sizes of mortises and tenons
• Standard joint guides available in 1/4", (5/16" included with jig), 3/8" and 1/2"
• Maximum 1/2" x 5" joint size
• Double, triple and quadruple joints
• Easily recorded, repeatable joint tightness adjustment
• Angled and compound angled joints
• Works with virtually any plunge router

Standard Equipment
• Universal sub-base that attaches to virtually any plunge router
• Five 5/16" joint guides (5/16" by 1/2", 3/4", 1", 1.1/4" and 1.1/2"), which can make over 21 sizes of mortises and tenons
• Joint guide stand
• 5/16" HSS spiral upcut bit w/1/2" shank
• Two cam-action speed clamps
• Adjustable sidestop fence for tenoning
• Two outrigger bars
• Screwdrivers and mounting hardware
• Illustrated user guide

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Square tenon guides for use with the Leigh mortice and tenon jigs

Set contains the following sizes, 1/4", 5/16", 3/8" & 1/2"

Louvre door guides

For use with the Leigh mortice and tenon jigs

* Over 70 sizes of mortises and tenons
* Maximum joint size 1/2"x 5" (Imperial version) 12mm x 125mm (Metric version)
* 6 Specialty Guides available including 4 square tenon guides, Louvre guide set and Y Axis Mortise guide
* Optional standard joint guides available in 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" (5/16" included with jig), (Imperial version)
* Optional standard joint guides available in 6mm , 10mm and 12mm (8mm included with jig) (Metric version)
* Single, double (tandem & side-by-side), triple and quadruple joints
* Recordable, repeatable joint fit adjustment
* Angled and compound angled joints
* Heavy gauge rugged steel frame
* Multi position clamping
* Easy and precise joint sighting

After the success of the range of Leigh Super Jigs for cutting dovetails, it became apparent that a lower cost alternative to the FMT would also be a very welcome addition to the superb range of Leigh jigs. Well here it is, the Super FMT which can produce exactly the same joints as the original version but at a fraction of the cost. It is supported by all the same guides and accessories that are available for the FMT and it has the same capability and capacity. The cost has been kept low by using steel instead of aluminium in the manufacture of this model and F clamps have replaced the cam action clamps used on the flagship model. The accuracy and quality have not been compromised on this very affordable jig and you will be impressed by the excellent range of joints it is capable of producing.
A worthwhile addition to the Super FMT is the optional vacuum box (211377) which when used with a suitable extractor, helps to keep airborne dust to a minimum in the workshop.

N.B. The Super FMT is available in both metric and imperial versions.

Standard Equipment
• Universal sub-base that attaches to virtually any plunge router
• Five standard joint guides (5/16" x 1/2", 3/4", 1", 1.1/4" and 1.1/2"), (imperial version)
• Six standard joint guides 8mm x 15mm , 20mm , 25mm , 30mm , 35mm , 40mm (metric version)
• Joint guide stand
• Leigh 170-500 5/16" HSS spiral upcut bit 1/2" shank (metric and imperial versions)

Simplicity is the Key
The Leigh FMT and Super FMT use just one bit, one guide and one set-up for every standard joint. It’s that easy. There are no bit or guide changes to fuss with and the set-up stays the same for both parts of the joint. Joint fit is easily adjusted for perfect results every time. FMT guides and bits allow you to create any size mortice and tenon from a tiny 1/16" x 1/8" to a massive 1/2" x 5".

* A worthwhile addition to the Super FMT
* Must be used with a suitable extractor
* Helps to keep airborne dust to a minimum in the workshop

Although an optional accessory, we would recommed the use of the vacuum box for the super FMTwhich when fitted and used with a suitable extractor, helps to keep airborne dust to a minimum in the workshop.

Square tenon guides for use with the Leigh mortice and tenon jigs

Set contains the following sizes, 1/4", 5/16", 3/8" & 1/2"

Louvre door guides

For use with the Leigh mortice and tenon jigs

* Y-Axis mortice guide
* For use with the Leigh FMT Pro and Super FMT mortice and tenon jigs

Some joints require mortices to be routed at 90° to the clamp plate on the FMT mortice and tenon jigs. The Y-Axis mortice guide for use with the Leigh mortice and tenon jigs can produce six sizes of mortices: 1/4" x 3/8", 1/4" x 1/2", 1/4" x 3/4", 5/16" x 1/2", 5/16" x 3/4" and 1/2" x 1". Additional sizes can be routed by using table limit stops and different bit sizes.

Enables mortise & tenons and dowel joints to be cut with a router to be cut with a router. Ideal for cabinet, chair and table.

CNC precision manufactured plates and body.
One set-up for both mortise and tenon giving perfectly fitting joints.
Fully adjustable for compound angle joints up to 45 degree.
Reversible templates to produce round and square end tenons. Templates can be used for accurate dowelling applications.
Cuts mortise & tenon sizes of 1/4inch (6.35mm) to 5/8inch (15.9mm).
Guide bushes are included but cutters are required.
A Unibase may be required for certain makes & models of router.
All tenons are cut with a 5/8inch diameter straight cutter (Ref. C020). The width of the tenon is adjusted by using different guide bush diameters.

Sample Chair Video - (Click Here) - Machine Video Click Link Below

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL ALSO NEED TO ORDER THE SET/MT2X8MMTC 8MM SHANK CUTTERS



























































Enables mortise & tenons and dowel joints to be cut with a router to be cut with a router. Ideal for cabinet, chair and table.

CNC precision manufactured plates and body.
One set-up for both mortise and tenon giving perfectly fitting joints.
Fully adjustable for compound angle joints up to 45 degree.
Reversible templates to produce round and square end tenons. Templates can be used for accurate dowelling applications.
Cuts mortise & tenon sizes of 1/4inch (6.35mm) to 5/8inch (15.9mm).
Guide bushes are included but cutters are required.
A Unibase may be required for certain makes & models of router.
All tenons are cut with a 5/8inch diameter straight cutter (Ref. C020). The width of the tenon is adjusted by using different guide bush diameters.

Sample Chair Video - (Click Here) - Machine Video Click Link Below

The optional dustkit set for use with the mortise & tenon jig.

Guide bush guides the router when using a template.

* Fits directly to Trend T3,T4,T5,T5 MK2, T9,T10 and T11, and some other light duty routers.
* Will fit other makes when used with GB/5, GB/PLATE or UNIBASE Sub-base.

* Two flute spiral upcut bits
* High speed steel or solid carbide version available
* Spiral upcut cuts cleaner & faster
* Smoother finish & reduced tearout

All finger joints are cut with straight bits and we offer two variants; a two flute spiral upcut in High Speed Steel and a Solid Carbide version. The spiral upcut design cuts cleaner, faster, leaves a smoother finish and dramatically reduces tearout. Although both produce excellent results, the solid carbide versions are stiffer and they hold a keen edge longer than the HSS. The performance of less expensive HSS bits is comparable to Solid Carbide but they loose their edge more quickly. Choose the bit that best suits your needs and budget.

* Leigh accessory kits contain additional guides and cutters
* Additional 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" guide sets included
* Includes 1/16", 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16" and 1/2" cutters

All the extra guides and cutters in one great package. Leigh accessory kits contain additional guides and cutters for the FMT Pro and Super FMT (imperial versions only) Additional 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" guide sets plus 1/16", 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16" and 1/2" cutters. A choice of kits containing either high speed steel or solid carbide cutters are available with excellent performance from both, but the solid carbide offering increased durability.

The Unibase enables routers with non-standard guide bush fittings to accept the range of Trend guide bushes, Will fit directly to most routers.

Line-up pin used with a 16mm plastic bush to ensure concentricity of the cutter to the guide bush when fitting the sub-base. Suits collet sizes 1/4inch, 8mm, 12mm and 1/2inch.
Instructions for fitting
The line-up pin fit into the collet and is plunged through the router base. The line-up bush is fitted into the Unibase and secured. This is then placed over the line-up pin and rotated in order to line up the fixing holes. The Unibase screws are tightened and then the line-up bush can be replaced with any choice of Trend guide bushes. These range from 10mm up to 30mm (GB10 - GB32). For larger diameter cutters a 40mm guide bush (GB40) is available.

Includes:
2 x Line-up pins,1 x Guide bush,1 x Fixing screw pack

Specifications
Diameter 170mm
Thickness 8mm