Where is Dowelmax made?

Canada
The Dowelmax is a loose tenon dowelling jig manufactured by the O.M.S. Tool company in Canada. The manufacturer claims that the small manufacturing tolerances of 0.026 millimetres (0.0010 in) for the aluminium, brass and steel components of the jig ensure accuracy and repeatability.

What is the difference between a fluted dowel and a standard dowel?

Flutes. Most pre-cut dowels come with grooves cut along their length, known as flutes. As glue is used in dowel joints, these flutes fill with glue as the dowel pegs are hammered into the joint. The flutes allow for better glue distribution and therefore a stronger joint.

Do I need a doweling jig?

Not to worry. You don’t need one. There are a couple of different ways that you can approach this unique problem. In this article, we’re going to cover two different ways to make perfect dowel holes without a jig, one’s a little fancier than the other, but we’ll get to that as we go along.

What is a jessem dowel jig?

The Jessem dowel jig is another tool aimed at the professional, not because the jig is particularly complex—inexperienced woodworkers can handle it—but because of the variety and accuracy of dowel joints the jig can create. Joining end grain is always difficult, and most dowel jigs are not well suited for the task.

What size do you use a Dowelmax jig on?

Use it on 3/4-by-3/4-inch up to 4-by-4 inch material. The Dowelmax jig is not designed for DIY users, and a slight learning curve is required to use it successfully. However, it may be worth the investment for demanding professionals because it’s likely to last a lifetime.

What is the Dowelmax kit?

The Dowelmax Kit creates strong, accurate joints of virtually any configuration from 3/4″x3/4″ to 4″x4″ of any length, that are engineer’s test proven to be equal in strength to mortise and tenon joints. The Dowelmax Kit is equipped with 5 hardened steel drill guides for use with 3/8 dowels.

Do dowel jigs need to be clamped?

Many dowel jigs are clamped securely in place to prevent movement from occurring. The clamping method, along with capacity, varies among different types of jigs. Entry-level dowel jigs might require clamping, but the clamps often aren’t included. Some of the better dowel jigs clamp to both sides of the workpiece.