Leigh Super Jigs

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Leigh Super Jigs
Great features — Exceptional Value!
Leigh Super Jigs produce an extraordinary array of
precision joinery — right out of the box! Like all
Leigh jigs, with Super Jigs, you can easily rout many
sizes of variably spaced Through and Half-blind
dovetails as well as sliding dovetails.
If fast production is what you need, for the first time
on a Leigh jig, you can now rout the pins and tails of
fixed spaced half-blind dovetails at the same time.
And that’s not all. With the included Leigh e-Bush
and the standard finger assembly, you can rout 5/16"
and 5/8" box joints with precise adjustment for fit.
Available in 12", 18" and 24" models, there is a
Leigh Super Jig that’s just right for your shop and your
budget.
e-Bush Template Guidebush
The amazing versatility of Leigh Super Jigs is due in
part to the revolutionary new elliptical guidebush,
the Leigh e-Bush (patent pending). This Leigh
innovation makes easy work of finger joint fit
adjustments in increments as small as .001". A simple twist of the e-Bush is all it takes for perfect fitting finger joints. The Leigh e-Bush is supplied as
standard equipment with all Leigh Super Jigs.
Everything You Need...InTheBox!
user guide & DVD
template
guide
3 router bits
& a collet reducer
spacer
pin wrench, square
drive screwdriver
Super Jigs
Features
Standard Equipment
Item Super12 12" Leigh Dovetail Jig
• Infinitely adjustable guide fingers
• Variably spaced through dovetails
• Variably spaced half-blind dovetails
• Sliding dovetails
• “Single pass” half-blind dovetails
• 5/16" and 5/8" box joints with
precise fit adjustment
• VRS ready (see page 9)
• Non-slip clamping surface
• Cam action clamps
• Under-cut side stops
• Easy to read scales
• 1/2” 8° and 14° dovetail bits
• 5/16” straight bit
• 1/2” to 8mm collet reducer
• Leigh e-Bush
• Pin wrench for e-Bush
• Cam action speed clamps
• Sliding dovetail fence
• Square drive screwdriver
• Fully illustrated user guide
• Instructional DVD
• Spacer
• Half-blind bridge piece material
• Quick-reference pullout instructions
Shipping weight 15 lbs.
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Item Super18 18" Leigh Dovetail Jig
Shipping weight 19 lbs.
Item Super24 24" Leigh Dovetail Jig
Shipping weight 23 lbs.
Each Super Jig package includes a Leigh e-Bush template guidebush (patent pending). Some routers may require an adaptor. See pages 14 and 15 or leighjigs.com
for a complete list of template guidebushes and adaptors for most popular
routers. Metric versions of Super Jigs are also available. See pages 12 and 13 for
a complete list of available router bits for Super Jigs.
See the Leigh Dovetail Jig Comparison Chart, page 8
No other jigs do so much, so easily and so well
Accessory Kits for Super Jigs
combine the VRS with a Bit Set for
even greater savings! See p.9.
VRS Vacuum & Router Support sold separately
through
half-blind
sliding
single pass
finger joints
simple angled
inlaid
Leigh Super Jigs do more...right out of the box! Fully adjustable spacing of pins and tails • Through dovetails in boards from 1/8"
to 13/16" thick • Half-blind and Sliding dovetails in boards up to 1" thick • Single Pass half-blind dovetails in any depth • 5/16" and 5/8" finger joints with
precise adjustment for fit • Simple angled dovetails • Inlaid dovetails. Upgrades: Add an 18" or 24"Finger Joint Template for six additional sizes of
box joints. Or add an 18" or 24" Isoloc Joint Template for some of the most unique joinery available. See page 10 for details.
Visit www.leighjigs.com for helpful How-To Videos!
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Leigh D4R Dovetail Jig
There are imitations, but no equals! No other dovetail
jig on the market today, or tomorrow, can match the
incredible joint making capability of the Leigh D4R
dovetail jig system. From the first ever fully adjustable
dovetail jig in 1981 to today’s award winning D4R,
Leigh has led the way in dovetail jig innovation.
Variably spaced Through and Half-blind dovetails
and Sliding dovetails are standard on all Leigh jigs. The
split finger design of the D4R allows complete control
of pin and tail sizing and spacing and the 1-1/2" board
thickness allows that extra flexibility for larger projects.
Add the F2 Finger Joint template and you can rout 9
sizes of perfectly fitted box joints. Multiple Mortise and
Tenon joints are simple with the M2 attachment but
there is more. Use the M2 to create massive half-blind
joints in boards up to 1-1/2" thick and unique variably
spaced jumbo box joints also in boards up to 1-1/2".
And don’t forget Leigh’s unique Isoloc templates. Isoloc
Templates produce some of the most extraordinary
joinery available. Only the Leigh D4R does it all.
The Leigh VRS
Add the new VRS to a D4R and the package is simply
unbeatable. The VRS provides full width router support
and almost 100% dust and chip collection. No jig modifications are necessary. Just bolt it on and enjoy dust
free routing and amazing router control.
Everything You Need...InTheBox!
user guide & DVD
template guide
3 router bits
& a collet reducer
Leigh wrench, 5/64"
hex key, square
drive screwdriver
D4R Dovetail Jig
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US Patent no. 4,428,408 CDN Patent no. 1,205,362 EURO Patent no. E0077143
Features and Benefits
Standard Equipment
Item D4R-24 24" Leigh Dovetail Jig
• Infinitely adjustable guide fingers
• Variably spaced through dovetails up to 1-1/4"
• Variably spaced half-blind dovetails up to 1-1/2"
• Sliding dovetails up to 1-1/2"
• Rugged one-piece jig body construction
• Machined in side stops
• Under-cut top side stops
• Machined textured clamping surface
• Cam action clamps
• Precise easy to read scales
• VRS ready (see page 9)
• 1/2" 8° and 14° dovetail bits
• 5/16" straight bit
• 1/2" to 8mm collet reducer
• 7/16" OD template guidebush
• Cam action speed clamps
• Sliding dovetail fence
• Square drive screwdriver
• Leigh wrench
• 5/64" hex key
• Fully illustrated user guide
• Instructional DVD
• Half-blind bridge piece material
Shipping weight 26 lbs.
Leigh jigs – Simply the best for over 25 years!
Leigh supplies a two-piece 7/16" OD template guide with all D4R dovetail
jigs. See pages 14 and 15 or leighjigs.com for a complete list of available
guides and adaptors for most popular routers. Additional router bits for the
D4R are listed on pages 12 and 13.
A metric version of the D4R is also available.
See the Leigh Dovetail Jig Comparison Chart, page 8
“This jig sure makes it easy.”
–Norm Abram, New Yankee Workshop
Accessory Kits for the D4R combine
the VRS with a Bit Set for even
greater savings! See p.9.
VRS Vacuum & Router Support sold separately
through
half-blind
sliding
finger joints
angled
inlaid
shelf pinholes
and notches
The Leigh D4R – still the best! Fully adjustable pin and tail sizing and spacing • Through dovetails from 1/8" to a massive 1-1/4" • Half-blind
dovetails in 1-1/2" boards • Sliding dovetails in boards up to 1-1/2" thick • Nine sizes of precisely fitted finger joints plus double and triple size joints •
Inlays • Shelf pin holes and notches • Compound Angles • End-on-end dovetails. Upgrades: Add Isoloc Joint Templates to get up to six patterns for
the most unique joinery available! Or add the Multiple Mortise & Tenon Attachment (D4R only) and make jumbo half-blind dovetails and variably spaced
jumbo finger joints.
Visit www.leighjigs.com for helpful How-To Videos!
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Leigh Dovetail Jig Features
D4R 24" Dovetail Jig
The Leigh 24" D4R is simply without equal today…or tomorrow!
Through dovetail tails
Through dovetail pins
Infinitely Adjustable Guide Fingers
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Half-blind dovetail tails
Half-blind dovetail pins
The heart of any Leigh Dovetail jig is the infinitely adjustable finger assembly. The
unique split finger design of the D4R fingers gives you total control of pin width from
tiny 1/4" through dovetail pins to huge pins for large case work. If you need a 2" wide
pin, it’s no problem for the D4R, simply split the fingers to the desired width.
Each half finger of the D4R slides easily along the finger bar and locks securely in the
desired position. The infinitely adjustable fingers also ensure a half pin at each edge of the
joint, regardless of board width. Since each pin guide and tail guide are on the same half
finger, precise pin and tail alignment is guaranteed. Position each half finger or pairs of
fingers in any position and tighten the finger locking screw. It’s simple and foolproof.
The total flexibility of the D4R’s split fingers allows you to create a unique joint pattern
that matches the design and scale of your project.
Rugged One-Piece Jig Body
Side Stop Front
Side Stop Top
Textured Clamping Surface
The D4R jig body is machined from a
massive one-piece extrusion of aircraft
quality aluminum. Each jig body is CNC
machined on the top and front to ensure
perfectly square clamping surfaces. After
machining, the jig body is anodized to
prevent oxidation and provide a beautiful maintenance free finish.
Perfect joint alignment is guaranteed with
precisely machined in side stops. Accurate
wood placement is automatic. Place the
workpiece against the side stop, raise the
workpiece up to the finger assembly and
press the cam-action clamp. You are ready
to rout.
Like the front side stops, the top side stops
are accurately machined in the one-piece
extruded aluminum body. Each top side
stop has an undercut that allows routing of
rabbeted drawer fronts without the need
to offset the tail board.
The 24" top and front clamping surfaces
have a machined in, textured, non marring finish. The textured pattern on the
clamping surface allows work pieces to
be held securely without excess pressure.
Just place the work piece against the
surface, secure it with the cam action
clamp and rout with confidence.
Cam Clamps
Scales
Cross Cut Fence
Template Guidebush
The Leigh D4R Jig comes with Cam-Action
Speed-Clamps made from high tech
glass-filled nylon, for years of trouble free
service. These rugged easily adjustable
clamps provide amazing holding power.
Unlike blister producing torque knobs,
thumb pressure is all you need.
Simply set the graduated scales on the
D4R finger assembly to the joint type and
board thickness. Each scale is color coded
and an icon on the scale clearly shows
the part of the joint being routed. All
scale settings for board thickness and fit
are easily made and recorded. When
required, the recorded settings can be
quickly repeated.
The ability to rout sliding dovetails is a
standard feature on all Leigh dovetail jigs.
The cross cut fence supplied with the D4R
Jig allows the user to produce sliding
dovetails in a variety of sizes. You can rout
sliding dovetails with the dovetail bits and
template guidebush included with every
D4R Jig.
Only two template guidebushes are
required for all dovetail operations. The
included 7/16" OD template guidebush is
used for all half-blind joints and most
through dovetail joints. Superior strength
8mm shank router bits are used with the
7/16" guidebush. A 5/8" OD template
guidebush is required when routing large
dovetails with 1/2" shank bits.
Outstanding jig features like no other!
Leigh Super Jigs
Leigh Super Jigs are manufactured to the highest Leigh standards and incorporate a set of features not found on
any other jig — at prices that represent exceptional value.
Through dovetail tails
Through dovetail pins
Half-blind dovetail tails
Half-blind dovetail pins
One-Piece Adjustable Guide Fingers
The unique one-piece guide fingers on all Super Jigs allow total freedom when
designing every joint, regardless of board width. With total flexibility of pin spacing
you are always assured of a half pin on each edge of the joint. Fixed template jigs
simply don’t allow this. Pins and tails within the joint can be spaced and sized randomly or perfectly symmetrical to suit your project. Traditional good design calls for
the smallest possible pin relative to board thickness and the one-piece fingers of
Super jigs produce the smallest pin, every time.
Each pin and tail are on the centre line of each finger. When a pin is positioned on
one side of the finger assembly, the tail is always precisely positioned on the other
side guaranteeing perfect joint alignment. It’s fast, its precise and it’s easy!
Scales
Clamping
Front Side Stop and Spacer
Top Side Stop
Super Jig scales are simple to use. Each
scale is clearly illustrated and the scales
are color coded; green for half-blind
dovetails and grey for through dovetails.
Simply set the scale to the required joint
type and board thickness. Very fine
adjustments are easily made and all scale
settings are recordable and repeatable.
A 3M textured material is applied to the
top and front clamping surfaces of all
Super Jigs. Firm thumb pressure is all
that is required to activate the strong
glass-filled nylon speed clamps.
Rout with confidence knowing work
pieces are held firmly and will not move.
Routing box joints and single pass halfblind dovetails requires one vertically
clamped board to be offset. The unique
front side stop and spacer (patent
pending) allows the precise board
offset for each joint. The spacer is
also used to precisely space the guide
fingers for 5/16" of 5/8" box joints.
The bolt on top side stops on Super Jigs
allow precise positioning of boards
mounted on the top of the jig. The undercut on each top side stop means you can
rout rabetted half-blind drawer fronts
without the need to offset the tail board.
The outside of each top side stop also
acts as a dock for the Super Jig spacer.
Cross Cut Fence
Single Pass Dovetails
Leigh e-Bush
Finger (Box) Joints
Sliding dovetails are easy on Super Jigs.
Simply attach the included cross cut
fence to the tail end of the guide fingers
and you are ready to rout this very useful
joint. The dovetail bits and template
guidebush included with all Super jigs
allow you to rout sliding dovetails right
out of the box.
If it’s fast production you want, with
Super Jigs you can rout half-blind pin
boards and tail boards at the same time!
Use the included two-function spacer to
offset the tail board and rout complete
joints in one pass. And with Super Jigs,
you are not limited to one bit. Select any
of the five half-blind bits and rout joints
in the depth that best suits your project.
This Leigh invention (patent pending) is
the secret to precisely fitted box joints.
The barrel of the Leigh e-Bush is elliptical in shape, not round. Rotating the
e-Bush in the router base actually
changes the active “diameter” of the
unique elliptical barrel allowing for
very fine adjustments for fit (.001"). The
e-Bush is included with all Super Jigs.
With the standard dovetail finger assembly and the Leigh e-Bush, you can rout
two sizes of finger joints (5/16" and 5/8")
that actually fit. The Super Jig spacer is
used to accurately position each guide
finger of the joint and is also used to precisely offset the socket board. A simple
twist of the Leigh e-Bush is all that is
required for precise fit adjustment.
Visit www.leighjigs.com for helpful How-To Videos!
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Jig Features Comparison
L E I G H D O V E TA I L J I G S C O M PA R I S O N
FEATURES
CONSTRUCTION
Jig Body
Jig Body End Housings
Finger Style
Side Stops
Clamping Mechanism
Clamping Surface
Clamp Bars
Cross Cut Fence (For Sliding Dovetails)
Bridge Piece Material
CAPACITIES
Maximum Board Thickness
Minimum Board Thickness
Maximum Board Width
Minimum Board Width
Maximum TD Pin/Tail Board Thickness
Maximum HB Board Thickness
SUPER 18
SUPER 24
D4R
2-Piece Aluminum Extrusion
Glass-reinforced Nylon
1-piece
Bolt-On Adjustable
Cam-Action
Non-Slip Tape
Trapezoid Aluminum
Plastic Extrusion
Plastic Extrusion
2-Piece Aluminum Extrusion
Glass-reinforced Nylon
1-piece
Bolt-On Adjustable
Cam-Action
Non-Slip Tape
Trapezoid Aluminum
Plastic Extrusion
Plastic Extrusion
2-Piece Aluminum Extrusion
Glass-reinforced Nylon
1-piece
Bolt-On Adjustable
Cam-Action
Non-Slip Tape
Trapezoid Aluminum
Plastic Extrusion
Plastic Extrusion
1-Piece Aluminum Extrusion
Cast Metal
2-piece
CNC Machined In
Cam-Action
Machine Textured
Trapezoid Aluminum
Plastic Extrusion
Plastic Extrusion
12"
18"
24"
7/8"
7/8"
7/8"
13/16"
13/16"
13/16"
1"
1"
1"
1-1/2"
1/8"
24"
1"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
5/16" & 5/8" Adjustable Fit
No Template
YES
YES
YES
YES
Limited
Limited
Limited
YES
YES
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
5/16" & 5/8" Adjustable Fit
6 sizes
YES
YES
YES
YES
Limited
Limited
Limited
YES
YES
With Template
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
5/16" & 5/8" Adjustable Fit
6 sizes
YES
YES
YES
YES
Limited
Limited
Limited
YES
YES
With Template
NO
YES
YES
NO
YES
YES
1/4"– Use Technical Bulletin
9 sizes
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
With Template
With Attachment
Infinitely Variable
Infinitely Variable
Infinitely Variable
Use Technical Bulletin
Infinitely Variable
Infinitely Variable
Infinitely Variable
Use Technical Bulletin
Infinitely Variable
Infinitely Variable
Infinitely Variable
Use Technical Bulletin
Infinitely Variable
Infinitely Variable
Infinitely Variable
Infinitely Variable
Pin Scale Setting
Bit Depth
Pin Scale Setting
Bit Depth
Pin Scale Setting
Bit Depth
Pin Scale Setting
Bit Depth
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
8mm Shank Bits
1/2"to 8mm Collet Reducer
Through Dovetail Bits
Through Dovetail Straight Bits
Half-Blind Dovetail Bits
Template Guides
Bridge Piece Material
Fully Illustrated User Guide
YES
YES
1 bit: 1/2" 8º
1 bit: 5/16"
2 bits: 1/2"8º and 1/2"14º
1 e-Bush
YES
YES
YES
YES
1 bit: 1/2" 8º
1 bit: 5/16"
2 bits: 1/2"8º and 1/2"14º
1 e-Bush
YES
YES
YES
YES
1 bit: 1/2" 8º
1 bit: 5/16"
2 bits: 1/2"8º and 1/2"14º
1 e-Bush
YES
YES
YES
YES
1 bit: 1/2" 8º
1 bit: 5/16"
2 bits: 1/2"8º and 1/2"14º
1 guide: 7/16" diameter
YES
YES
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Through Dovetail Bits
Through Dovetail Straight Bits
Half-Blind Dovetail Bits
Template Guide Sizes
Instructional Video
5
1
5
1
DVD
5
1
5
1
DVD
5
1
5
1
DVD
7
3
5
2
DVD
JOINT OPTIONS
Variably Spaced Through Dovetails
Variably Spaced Half-Blind Dovetails
Single Pass (Fixed) Half-Blind Dovetails
Sliding Dovetails
Rabbeted Half-Blind Dovetails
Finger (Box) Joints w/DT Finger Assembly
Finger (Box) Joints w/Optional Template
Inlaid Dovetails
End-on-End Dovetails
Asymmetrical Joints (TD and HB)
Simple Angle Joints
Obtuse Angle Joints
Acute Angled Joints
Compound Angled Joints
Needle Pins
Shelf Holes and Shelf Notches
Isoloc Joints
Mortise and Tenon Joints
JOINT SPACING
TD and HB Variable Tail Spacing
TD and HB Variable Tail Sizing
TD and HB Variable Pin Spacing
TD Variable Pin Sizing
JOINT FIT
TD Adjustment for Fit
HB Adjustment for Fit
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SUPER 12
1"
1"
1"
1/8"
1/8"
1/8"
Leigh jigs – perfect for novices and pros alike
Leigh VRS
Vacuum & Router Support
Dust-Free Routing!
Dust Free Leigh Jig routing is here! The revolutionary Leigh VRS
Vacuum & Router Support (patent pending) provides almost 100%
dust and chip collection as well as amazing full width router support.
The VRS is a must for all Leigh dovetail jig owners.
Here’s How It Works
The VRS is mounted on brackets on the front of the jig and the router
is supported by the finger assembly and the full width beam of the
VRS. The vacuum chute rides under the router support beam. Control
arms, attached to the vacuum chute, surround the router. These arms
are adjustable to accommodate any router base. As the router moves
across the joint, the vacuum chute glides effortlessly from side to side
on nylon rollers. The chute is always in perfect position to catch the
dust and chips thrown out by the router bit. Chips and sawdust are
drawn into the vacuum chute and down through the vacuum hose.
Each VRS comes complete with two adaptors to fit all popular vacuum hose sizes and the VRS can be used with a small shop vac or a
large built in system. The VRS is easily attached without jig modification. Each VRS comes complete with all mounting hardware needed
for any Leigh 24" D-Series jig, all Super Jigs or the Leigh D1600.
The VRS is a full width router support. When
the work piece has been routed on one side
of the jig, the router can be effortlessly
moved to the other side of the jig and
parked while the work piece is being
changed. There is no need to remove the
router from the jig.
Because the vacuum box is always in
perfect position relative to the router
bit, the dust and chips coming off of
the router bit are automatically drawn
into the chute and vacuum hose.
• Control arms adjust to any router
• No hoses to obstruct view
• No jig modifications necessary
• Models for all Leigh jigs
• All mounting hardware included
• Adapt to any hose size
• Full width router support
• Easy on Easy Off. Powerful rare earth
magnets secure router support beam
• Park the router when not in use
• Vacuum box glides effortlessly under
router support beam
• Control arms position vacuum box
The VRS will work with almost any
shop vac or large vac system. Two
adaptors are included with every VRS
to handle hose sizes from 1" to 2-1/2".
Item VRS12 Vacuum & Router Support for the Super 12 Dovetail Jig
VRS Vacuum & Router Support
Features
The dust chute rides beneath the
router support beam. Control arms
ensure accurate positioning of the
chute and the size and shape of the
chute ensures total waste collection
regardless of bit size or joint type
being routed.
Item VRS16 Vacuum & Router Support for the D1600 Dovetail Jig
Item VRS18 Vacuum & Router Support for the Super18 Dovetail Jig
Item VRS24 Vacuum & Router Support for the Super24 Dovetail Jig
Item VRSD24 Vacuum & Router Support for the D4R and all 24" D-series Dovetail Jigs
Standard Equipment
Accessory Kits Offer Great Savings!
• Router Support Beam
• Vacuum chute
• Hose adaptors – small and large
• Support rails
• Finger assembly support brackets
where required
• Screws and washers
• Hex key
Combine a VRS Vacuum Router & Support with a Bit Set and
save over separate purchase!
Item AC12 VRS12 and 1607-8 Bit Set for the Super 12 Dovetail Jig
Item AC16 VRS16 and 1607-8 Bit Set for the D1600 Dovetail Jig
Item AC18 VRS18 and 1607-8 Bit Set for the Super18 Dovetail Jig
Item AC24 VRS24 and 1607-8 Bit Set for the Super24 Dovetail Jig
Item ACD24 VRSD24 and 2411-8 Bit Set for the D4R Dovetail Jig
Visit www.leighjigs.com for helpful How-To Videos!
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Leigh Templates and Attachments
Open up a world of joinery options just by adding a template or attachment to your Leigh dovetail jig!
Finger Joint
Templates
Finger joints, also called
box joints, add visually
striking design to corner
assemblies.
Isoloc Joint
Templates
Leigh’s revolutionary
Isoloc joints represent
the first entirely practical alternative to traditional dovetail joinery.
With a Leigh Dovetail jig
and an Isoloc template,
even novice woodworkers can produce strong,
functional and distinctively attractive joints.
M2 Multiple
Mortise and
Tenon
Attachment
This attachment brings
the previously challenging multiple mortise and
tenon joint within easy
reach of any woodworker
who owns a 24" D-series
Dovetail Jig and a plunge
router with a 1/2" collet!
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Leigh jigs offer the widest range of joinery options
Finger Joint Templates
US Patent no. 5,711,356 CDN Patent no. 2,146,834 EURO Patent no. 0 698 458
Features
Item F2 Finger Joint Template for the D4R and all 24" D-series jigs.
• Precision CNC machined aluminum alloy template
Shipping weight 8.5 lbs.
• Precisely adjustable joint fit
• F2: Nine sizes of finger joints (1/16", 3/32",
1/8", 5/32", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2".
Square
Half-Blind
Item F18 Finger Joint Template for the Super18
Shipping weight 5 lbs.
Four sizes of unique rounded finger joints,
square half-blind corners and round/square
through corner joints.
• F18 & F24: Six sizes of finger joints (3/32", 3/16,"3/8",
1/8", 1/4", 1/2"). Four sizes of square half-blind joints.
Standard Equipment
Item F24 Finger Joint Template for the Super24
Shipping weight 7 lbs.
Item F1600 Finger Joint Template for the D1600
Shipping weight 8 lbs.
For metric versions visit leighjigs.com
• Leigh 8-piece VGS for the F2 (7-piece for the F1600)
• 1/2" and 5/8" e-Bush for the F18 and F24
Rounded and Square
Miniature
Isoloc Joint Templates
Isoloc A Key and Mirror Key
Key
• Fully illustrated user guide
Mirror Key
US Patent no. 5,114,265 CDN Patent no. 2,064,500
EURO Patent no. 0 509 894
Features
Inlaid Key
Inlaid Mirror Key
Bears Ears
Shipping weight 21 lbs. Save over separate purchase.
Items I18B Isoloc Template B for the Super 18
• I1 Templates attach directly to the D4R and all
Shipping weight 6 lbs. each
24" D-series jigs
Standard Equipment
• Leigh 5-piece VGS Variable Template Guidebush System
Wave
Items I24A or I24B Isoloc Templates A or B for the Super24
Shipping weight 7 lbs. each
Inlaid Bears Ears
Isoloc C Ellipse and Wave
Ellipse
Item I13 Isoloc Templates A, B & C for the D4R. VGS, user guide incl.
• Fully adjustable joint tightness with the VGS
• I18, I24 Templates attach directly to Super Jigs
Inlaid Clover
Shipping weight 7 lbs. each
• Scales include inch and metric measurement
Isoloc B Clover and Bears Ears
Clover
• Precision CNC machined aluminum alloy template
Items I1A, I1B, I1C Isoloc Templates for the D4R
(with nominal 1/2"o.d. guide)
• Fully illustrated user guide
Items I1600A, I1600B, I1600C Isoloc Templates for the D1600
Shipping weight 7 lbs. each
Item I16003 Isoloc Templates A, B & C for the D4R. VGS, user guide incl.
Shipping weight 20 lbs. each Save over separate purchase.
Inlaid Ellipse
Inlaid Wave
M2 Multiple Mortise
and Tenon Attachment
Patented in the U.S.A., Canada and Europe
Create endless variations and even half-blind
jumbo joints like those in the bench below.
Features
Item M2-24 Multiple Mortise and Tenon Attachment
• Mortises and tenons in sizes from 5/16" x 5/8" to
Shipping weight 10.5 lbs.
1-1/2" x 2-1/2"
• Choice of two corner radii: 5/32", 1/4", plus square
Note: This attachment requires a Leigh 24" D-series jig and a 1⁄2"
collet plunge router.
For metric versions visit our website at leighjigs.com
(with chiseling)
• Jumbo half-blind joints up to 1-1/2"
• Jumbo variably spaced finger joints up to 1-1/2"
Template Guidebushes
for Jumbo Joints
Standard Equipment
Item 717TP Template Guidebush
• Includes 1/2" HSS spiral upcut bit (Leigh No.180)
.673" (17.1mm) For No.90 bit
• Fully illustrated user guide
Item 720TP Template Guidebush
.756" (19.2mm) For No.100 bit
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Leigh Brand Router Bits
High Quality Bits
Leigh Carbide tipped router bits are among the best you can
buy, made with the world’s best carbide from Sandvik of
Sweden. Each bit is honed with 600 grit diamond wheels for
superbly smooth, efficient cutting. Shanks are all 1-3/4" long
to handle the thickness of the finger assembly. All Leigh bits
are manufactured using ISO 9002 standards.
Shank Selection
56%
more
All Leigh Dovetail jigs are shipped with
mass
superior strength 8mm (5/16") shank 1/4" shank 8mm shank
router bits. The larger cross section (58% more mass) of
8mm shank bits makes them considerably stronger than
the smaller 1/4" shank bits. The result — smoother, faster
cuts with less chatter and greater safety.
T H R O U G H D O V E TA I L B I T S E L E C T I O N
Bit Selection
All through dovetail bits have 8˚ angles. All carbide bit heights are slightly greater than maximum depth of cut listed.
Select the dovetail bits you
Item No. (8mm Shank)
require from one of the
needs!
70-8
75-8
80-8*
100**
90**
140-8* 150** 160**
1/4"
3/8"
Depth of Cut
find a Bit Set to match your
60-8
1/8"
five following Bit Selection
Charts or for greater savings
50-8
1/2"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
Denotes Depth of Cut Range
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
Bit Selection for
Through Dovetails
Cutting Diameter
Depth of Cut Range
1/4"
5/16"
1/8"-1/4" 1/8"- 3/8"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
11/16"
13/16"
5/16"
1/4"-1/2"
3/8"- 5/8"
1/2"-13/16"
5/8"- 1"
1"- 1-1/4"
up to 1"
2-1/4"
2-3/8"
2-9/16"
7/16"
1/2"
up to 1-1/4" up to 1-1/4"
Select a dovetail bit from the
Overall Length
2-3/4"
3"
2-3/4"
3"
3"
chart opposite that has a cut-
Shank Diameter
8mm
1/2"
1/2"
8mm
1/2"
1/2"
ting depth range that match-
Guidebush Size
7/16"OD
5/8"OD
5/8"OD
es to the thickness of your
Straight Bits Req’d.
pin board. Then select the
Shank Length
corresponding straight bit.
2"
2-1/8"
Use Leigh No.140-8 Straight Bit
using the same dovetail bit.
The bit angle determines the
nominal
depth
of
cut.
–
–
H A L F - B L I N D D O V E TA I L B I T S E L E C T I O N*
All carbide bit heights are slightly greater than maximum depth of cut listed.
Item No. (8mm Shank)
Depth of Cut
pins and tails are routed
Use Leigh No. 150
All Shank Lengths are 1-3/4"
** All bits may be used on the D4R. Bits 90, 100, 150 and 160 cannot be used on Super Jigs.
* One 1/2" 8˚ dovetail bit (No. 80-8), one 5/16" straight bit (No. 140-8) and one 1/2" 14˚ dovetail bit (No. 120-8) are included with the D4R and Super Jigs.
Bit Selection for
Half-Blind Dovetails
With half-blind joints, the
Use Leigh No. 160
All Shank Lengths are 1-3/4"
7/16"OD 5/8"OD 5/8"OD
7/16"
1/2"
3/4"
128-8
120-8**
112-8
101-8
80-8**
18º
14º
12º
10º
8º
3/8"
5/8"
Therefore, a bit of a given
Bit Diameter
1/2"
1/2"
1/2"
1/2"
1/2"
angle must cut at or very
Cutting Depth
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
5/8"
3/4"
near a specific depth (there
Shank Diameter
8mm
8mm
8mm
8mm
8mm
is no range), in order to
Overall Length
2-1/8"
2-1/4"
2-5/16"
2-3/8"
2-9/16"
make pins and tails fit
Guidebush Size
7/16"
7/16"
7/16"
7/16"
7/16"
together properly.
* Depth of cut will vary for Single Pass Half-blind dovetails routed on Super Jigs. See leighjigs.com for details.
** One 1/2" 8˚ dovetail bit (No. 80-8), one 5/16" straight bit (No. 140-8) and one 1/2" 14˚ dovetail bit (No. 120-8) are included with the D4R and Super Jigs.
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Leigh Brand Router Bits — quality you can count on
–
Save with Bit Sets
Boxed bit sets save you money over buying bits individually. Each set includes a free box with a foam
insert that accepts all shank sizes and a handy bit chart in the lid to list out all the bits specs.
D O V E TA I L B I T S E T S
Item No.
50-8
60-8
70-8
75-8
1607-8 Super Jigs/D4R
•
•
•
•
1610-8 Super Jigs/D4R
•
•
•
•
2411-8 D4R
•
•
•
•
5116-8 D4R
•
•
•
•
80-8*
90*
100
112-8
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
101-8
128-8
120-8*
140-8*
150
160
172-8
•
•
••
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
* Comes standard with Super Jigs and D4R. NOTE: Bits with 1/2" shanks cannot be used on Super Jigs.
FINGER JOINT BIT SETS
Item No. (High Speed Steel)
162
1806F For Super Jigs F18, F24
1618F For F2
•
163
164
•
•
•
•
164C
Item No. (Solid Carbide)
1806C For Super Jigs F18, F24
•
1618C For F2
•
165
166
168
•
•
•
•
•
165C
166C
168C
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
All finger joints are routed with straight bits
and Leigh Industries offers two variants; a
smoother finish and dramatically reduces
•
•
•
•
•
•
170C
173C
180C
172-8
172-375
•
•
•
•
•
172-8
172-375
•
•
•
•
NOTE: 172-8 is included with Dovetail Bit Sets 5116-8 and 2411-8.
Item 172-375 1⁄2" to 3/8" collet reducer, 1-1⁄4" long.
NOTE: 172-375 is included with all Leigh Finger Joint Bit Sets.
Item No. (HSS)
162 163 164 165** 166
Item No. (Solid Carbide) –
– 164C 165C 166C
168
168C
170**
170C
173
173C
180
180C
1/8"
1/4"
3/8"
Depth of Cut
upcut design cuts cleaner, faster, leaves a
180
•
FINGER JOINT BIT SELECTION
two-flute spiral upcut in High Speed Steel
and a Solid Carbide version. The spiral
173
Item 172-8 1⁄2" to 8mm collet reducer, 1-1⁄4" long.
GREATER SAVINGS! Save even more when you
purchase Dovetail Bit Sets 1607-8 and 2411-8
as part of the Accessory Kits on page 9!
Bit Selection for Finger Joints
170
1/2"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
tearout. Although both produce excellent
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
results, the solid carbide versions are stiffer
and they hold a keen edge longer than
Bit Diameter
1/16"
3/32"
1/8"
5/32"
3/16"
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
1/2"
Max Depth of Cut
3/16"
3/8"
3/8"
5/8"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
1-1/4"
Shank Diameter
1/4"
1/4"
1/4"
1/4"
1/4"
1/4"
8mm (5/16")
3/8"
1/2"
Overall Length
2"
2"
2"
2"
2-1/2"
3"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/2"
12-9/16"
8-7/16"*
10-1/2"**
12-9/16"**
14-21/32"**
the HSS. Choose the bit that best suits your
needs and budget.
Max Board Width
8-7/16" 12-9/16" 8-7/16"* 10-1/2"
** All bits may be used with the F2. Bits 165 and 170 cannot be used with the F18 and F24.
* 1/4" and 1/8" box joints may be routed up to 14" widths on the 1/2" comb.
** A simple two-step procedure allows 5/16" square finger joints to be routed to 20" width, and 3/8" and 1/2" square finger joints to be routed to 24" width.
NOTE: 162, 163, and 165 are single fluted bits.
Bit Selection for Isoloc Joints
All Isoloc joints are cut with a 5/16" bit.To
rout inlaid Isoloc joints you will also need a
1/4" bit and a 3/8" bit.
ISOLOC BIT SELECTION
LEIGH BIT ITEM NO.
HSS
Solid Carbide
C
Shank
Diameter
D
Shank
Length
E
Overall
Length
F
Joint
Length
168C
1/4"
up to 1"
1/4"
1-7/8"
3"
5/8"
170
170C
5/16"
up to 1"
5/16"
1-7/8"
3"
5/8"
173
173C
3/8"
up to 1"
3/8"
1-7/8"
3"
5/8"
1617I
1617IC
3-piece Bit Set (includes all three HSS or Solid Carbide bits listed)
M U LT I P L E M O R T I S E A N D T E N O N B I T S E L E C T I O N
A
Bit
Diameter
B
Cutting
Depth
180C
1/2"
170C
5/16"
LEIGH BIT ITEM NO.
in boards 3/4" or thinner, a 5/16" spiral
HSS
Solid Carbide
180*
upcut bit (Leigh No.170 or 170C) leaves a
170
nice, tight radius in the corners.
B
Cutting
Depth
168
Bit Selection for Multiple
Mortise and Tenon Joints
For relatively small mortise and tenon joints
A
Bit
Diameter
C
Shank
Diameter
D
Shank
Length
E
Overall
Length
Required
Template
Guidebush
1-1/2"
1/2"
2"
3-1/2"
5/8"
1"
5/16"
2"
3"
7/16"
*Bit 180 is included with the mortise and tenon attachment.
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Routers, Template Guidebushes and Adaptors
Using Routers with Leigh Jigs
Routers are one of the most versatile tools in your shop and
Leigh jigs are compatible with almost every router on the
market.
Fixed base routers between 1-1/2 and 2-1/4 hp with 1/2"
collets are recommended for most operations on Leigh
dovetail jigs. Fixed base routers tend to be smaller and
lighter and are easier to maneuver over the finger assembly. All dovetail and finger joint routing can be done with
a fixed base router. Plunge routers are recommended for
some Isoloc operations and are a must for routing mortises using the M2 Multiple Mortise and Tenon Attachment.
Leigh adaptors and template guidebushes fit easily to most popular routers.
Leigh e-Bush for Super Jigs
Item e7
The revolutionary Leigh e-Bush puts absolute precision into every box joint routed on a Leigh
Super Jig. What is so different? The barrel of the Leigh e-Bush is actually elliptical in shape, not
round like conventional template guidebushes.
How does the e-Bush work? A reference line on the e-Bush is indexed to a point scribed on
the router base plate. As the e-Bush is rotated relative to the index mark, the active “diameter”
of the barrel of the e-Bush increases or decreases. Each of the 10 increments on the e-Bush
represents a .002" change in the width of a box joint pin or socket. Turning the e-Bush just half
an increment changes the routed pin or tail by an incredible .001". The Leigh e-Bush is standard
equipment with all Super Jigs.
Selecting Template Guidebushes and Adaptors
A template guidebush is required for all routing operations. An industry standard 7/16" OD guidebush (Leigh Item 711TP) is supplied with all D4R dovetail jigs and the Leigh e-Bush is included with all Super Jigs. If required, Leigh has a comprehensive assortment of guidebush adaptors to fit most common routers.
Refer to the list below and the Template Guidebush System Selection Chart on the opposite page to select the correct parts for
your router. The e-Bush is compatible with Leigh adaptors 702, 702R, 703, 704R, 705R, 706R and 710, and the Bosch RA1100 adaptor.
NEW!
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The Leigh Universal Template Guidebush System (GBS) lets you mount precision
Leigh template guidebushes to almost any router. These guidebushes are accurate
to .002" and their deep steel or brass barrels ensure secure template routing.
Item 702 GBS Adaptor
Item 702R GBS Adaptor
Item 703 GBS Adaptor
Item 704R GBS Adaptor
Item 705R GBS Adaptor
Item 706R GBS Adaptor
Item 710 GBS Adaptor NEW!
Item e7* Elliptical Template Guidebush
Item 711TP** 7⁄16" OD Universal Template Guidebush with Nut
Item 716TP 5 ⁄8" OD Universal Template Guidebush with Nut
Bosch RA1100 Adaptor
Bosch RA1107*** 7⁄16" Template Guidebush
Bosch RA1113*** 5⁄8" Template Guidebush
* Included with all Leigh Super Jigs.
** Included with the Leigh D4R.
*** These Bosch guides were not designed specifically for Leigh jigs and may require filing to length.
Revolutionary e-Bush makes easy and precise fit adjustments
Template Guidebush System Selection Chart
IMPORTANT: Check the make and model of your router in column 1. Where possible, always order the Leigh adaptors and template
guidebushes (indicated in red), which are specially designed for use on Leigh jigs. Leigh also sells other manufacturer’s adaptors and template
guidebushes (indicated in green). All others must be purchased from the router manufacturer’s own distributor. NOTE: If your router is not
listed here, visit leighjigs.com for a complete, current list of routers.
1 ROUTER
MAKER
AXMINSTER WHITE
BLACK & DECKER
2
ROUTER
MODEL
AW635R
AW127R
All Professional, HD 1250, RP400K
6200
SR100, 7AEE, KW780 series
90140, 90098, 90088
90085, 90150, 90300, 90303, 90305, 91264
1600, 1601, 1602, 1603, 1604, 1606, B1350
BOSCH
CMT
1613,1613EVS,1613AEVS,1614,1614EVS,
1617,1617EVS,1618EVS,1619EVS,B1450
POF800ACE,POF1100AE,GOF900ACE,GOF900CE
GOF1200,GOF1300ACE,GOF2000CE,GMF1400
3
LEIGH OR
ROUTER MAKER’S
ADAPTOR NO.
710
710
No adaptor required
720673-00
710
No adaptor required
2 610 906 290
No adaptor required if
using RA Template Guides
*
7/16" OUTSIDE
DIAMETER
GUIDEBUSH NO.
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
82855
82859
711TP or e7
5
5/8" OUTSIDE
DIAMETER
GUIDEBUSH NO.▼
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
82854
82864
716TP
6
WORKS WITH
LEIGH VGS
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO
YES
RA1107
RA1113
YES
RA1100 required for
711TP, 716TP and VGS
711TP or e7
716TP
YES
702*
711TP or e7
716TP
YES
1611, 1611EVS,1615,1615EVS, B1550
GOF1600, GOF1700ACE
1E
702R*
All non-plunge models
No adaptor required
CRAFTSMAN
Note: Adaptor mounting screws are provided with router. t 5/8" O.D. guidebushes are used only with 1/2" shank router bits.
n MAFELL – Rework the adaptor slightly.
Leigh Adaptors 702, 702R, and 703 may require a small lug to be “drilled out” to use the e7 guidebush. Note: Ideal barrel depth is
1/4" to 9/32" (6mm to 8mm) below the router base. Other manufacturers’ guidebushes may require careful cutting to length. All Leigh guidebushes have 9/32" long barrels.
4
711TP or e7
716TP
5-piece set from Sears USA: Order no.0925973
or 3-piece set from Sears Canada: Order no.0900970704
YES
NO
(SEARS)
135275070 Plunge
Other plunge models
702*
711TP or e7
716TP
YES
No adaptor required
710
North America Only
Adaptor supplied w/router
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
716TP
716TP
YES
YES
DEWALT
DW610, DW616, DW618
DW613
DW614, DW615, DW621
DW624, DW625 and DW626
711TP or e7
716TP
YES
DW621K & DW626 outside N. America
DW625 Type 1, 2, 3, 5 outside N. America
DW624 & DW625 Type 4 outside N.America, DW625EK
OF15, OF15E, OF97, OF97E
MOF68, MOF69, MOF96, MOF96E
MOF131, MOF177 Type 1, 2 & 3
MOF177 Type 4, MOF177EK
2720, 2721, 3328
3303, 3304
3337, 3338, 3339
RT1800
OF1E, OF2E, OF650,OF900E, OF1000, OF1010E
OF2000, OF2000E
OF1400 and OF2200 North America Only
OF1400 Outside North America
OF2200 Outside North America
All
706R
702*
702R*
706R
710
702*
702R*
No adaptor required
E09600 or 761 270-00
702*
Adaptor supplied w/router
704R
705R
Adaptor supplied w/router
493566
494627
No adaptor required
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
FT2000, FT2200
FT1700
703*
FT1100
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
716TP
716TP
YES
YES
TR8, TR12, FM8, M8, M12 Series
325211 or 703*
711TP or e7
716TP
YES
M12VC, KM12SC, KM12VC
LO65E
3600,3606,3608,3612, 3612B,3612BR
3612C N. America, 3620, 3621
3612C Europe Qk.Fit Base
3601B
RP0910, RP1110C
No adaptor required
702* n
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
716TP
716TP
YES
YES
711TP or e7
716TP
YES
321 493-1
706R
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
716TP
716TP
YES
YES
PERLES
RF1100, RF1101, RD1100, RD1101, RP1101
OF1612, OFE1812
5615, 5616, 5619
5625
5670
OF808 Series, OFE 6990
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
716TP
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
PORTER CABLE
All
No adaptor required
704R
49-54-1040
49-54-1026
No adaptor required
710
No adaptor required or
adaptor supplied w/router
ELU
FEIN
FESTOOL
FLEX
FREUD
HITACHI
MAFELL
MAKITA
METABO
MILWAUKEE
See Skil 1823 or 1835
703*
Contact your National Leigh distributor
711TP or e7
716TP
YES
POWER DEVIL
RIDGID
All
R2930
R30, R50, R150, R151, RE155,
R500, R501, R502
710
704R
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
716TP
716TP
YES
YES
703*
711TP or e7
716TP
YES
RYOBI
R600, R601, RE600, RE601
702*
711TP or e7
716TP
YES
(ROCKWELL)
SKIL
R160, R161, R162, R165, R170,
R175, RE175, R180, R180PL, R181, R185
1823 or 1835
All others
SK1810, 1815, 1820, 1825
706R
711TP or e7
716TP
YES
91803
No adaptor required
RAS140
711TP or e7
11592
711TP or e7
716TP
71021
716TP
YES
NO
YES
YES
T5, T9
710
711TP or e7
716TP
T11- UniBase required
710
711TP or e7
716TP
YES
TRITON
TRC001, TRA001
MOF001
TGA006 (or 704R)
TRA359
711TP or e7
711TP or e7
716TP
716TP
YES
YES
WEGOMA
OF850 Series
710
711TP or e7
716TP
YES
TREND (FELLISATI)
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