Milescraft 1226, Hinge Jig

Save time and remove the guess work when installing new doors into existing frames with the Milescraft HingeJig™. This self-clamping jig comes with everything needed to rout hinge and latch mortises onto new doors. The self-clamping feature holds the HingeJig™ in place while routing without the use of screws or nails that can leave holes in a finished door.

Self-Clamping

• Padded clamp design sets up quickly and prevents damage to doors caused by mounting screws or nails

Fits All Doors

• Adjustable settings allow door hinge jig to be used on all standard size 1-3/8” and 1-3/4” thick doors

Works with Multiple Hinge Sizes

• Routs hinge mortises for 2-1/2” to 4-1/2” hinges

Rout Different Radiuses

• Cut professional hinge mortises with ¼”, 5/8”, or square corners. (Chisel Required)

Unique Design

• Design of the HingeJig™ eliminates need for multiple inserts to rout different hinge corner radiuses

Create Latch Plate Mortises

• Kit includes templates to rout common door latch mortises sized 1” x 2-1/4” , 1-1/8” x 2-1/4” , and 1-1/8” x 2-3/4”

Built in Depth Setting

• Set router bit depth with built-in depth setting gauge for smaller or larger size door hinges

Self-Guided Router Bit

• Includes custom router bit with ball bearing to cut clean and smooth door hinge mortises

Built-in Storage

• Contains built in storage compartments for router bit and available self-centering hinge bit (not included) for convenient retrieval

For Doors Only

• Not for use when routing door hinges on jamb / frame