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Microjig MatchFit Relief Bit – Precision and Longevity for Your Dovetail Track Workholding Projects Precision and durability are paramount in woodworking. The Microjig MatchFit Relief Bit is designed to enhance your dovetail routing experience, providing a cleaner cut and extending the life of your tools. This bit is not just an accessory; it’s an essential component of the MatchFit system that transforms your woodworking projects. Why Choose Microjig’s Relief Bit? Superior Waste Removal: Imagine being able to remove 55% of waste material before even touching your dovetail router bit. The Microjig Relief Bit does just that, reducing the strain on your dovetail bit and router. This pre-routing step ensures that your dovetail bit can focus on delivering the precise, clean cuts you need for perfect dovetail grooves and tracks. Precision at Your Fingertips: Setting the cutting depth accurately can be a challenge, but not with the Microjig Relief Bit. It features a laser-etched depth guide, allowing you to dial the cutting depth quickly and effortlessly. This ensures consistent results every time, giving you the confidence to tackle even the most detailed projects. Silky Smooth Grooves: One of the common issues with routing dovetail grooves is tearout, which can ruin the surface finish and require additional sanding. The Microjig Relief Bit’s built-in round-over feature smooths out the top shoulders of the groove, preventing tear-out and leaving you with a clean, professional finish. Prolong Your Dovetail Bit’s Life: By removing most of the waste material beforehand, the Microjig Relief Bit significantly reduces the stress on your dovetail bit. This not only improves the quality of your grooves but also extends the overall lifespan of your dovetail router bit, saving you time and money on replacements. Versatile and Compatible: The Microjig Relief Bit is available in both sizes, whether using a 1/2″ or 1/4″ shank router, making it versatile for various woodworking projects. Its high-quality carbide construction with a 3-degree up shear ensures it performs excellently on a range of materials, including plywood and MDF. Designed for Excellence: Every detail of the Microjig Relief Bit has been meticulously crafted to provide you with the best woodworking experience. The extra-wide shoulder reduces vibration and noise, enhancing the smoothness of your cuts. The carbide material is of superior quality, ensuring durability and long-lasting performance. The Problem it Solves: Routing dovetail grooves without a relief bit can put undue stress on your router and dovetail bit, leading to quicker wear and tear and less precise cuts. By using the Microjig Relief Bit, you alleviate this stress, making the Dovetail Bit’s job easier and more efficient. Set to the Correct RPM: For optimal performance, set your router to 14-15,000 RPM and keep it moving to avoid excessive friction heat. This ensures a cleaner cut and prevents damage to both the relief bit and the dovetail bit. Why You Need the MatchFit System: The MatchFit system is the most versatile and innovative work holding system. By incorporating the Relief Bit into your toolkit, you make it easier to create endless MatchFit jigs, fixtures, workbenches, sleds, and work holding projects. Unlock your creativity with a premium series of track clamps, track hardware, and router bits using a dovetail groove. One groove to rule them all and build a seamless worksholding system across your shop. Do it in record time using the MatchFit Relief Bit. What People Are Saying: “It not only cuts the relief groove, it pre-tapers the top of the groove, so the dovetail bit pass has a super-clean rounding at the top. Really cool. I was using 1/4″ spiral upcut before I got this guy, and this bit just makes a cleaner finished track.” – Hugh J., Verified Buyer, 5-Star Review “I have used this bit in combination with the matching dovetail bit to route the initial grooves for the Matchfit system. In following the instructions to set the depth to 11/32″ this bit cuts clean shoulders (as much as possible) while hogging out the majority of the material. The attention to detail on these bits is impressive. First, there is a safe minimum collet depth line etched on the shaft of the bit. You can also eyeball the depth of cut with the line on the yellow body of the bit and finally, because there is a slight shear to the carbide mounting, the surface cut quality is enhanced.” – Joseph C., Verified Buyer, 5 Star Review “As with all Micro-jig products a lot of thought went into the design of this bit. A little radius here and there makes a big difference. I highly recommend getting this 1/4″ bit because it makes the next pass with their dovetail bit a lot easier which means the Micro Jig dovetail bit will last a lot longer and it will leave a nicer finish too. The Matchfit system is limited only by your imagination of how to make new tools & jigs. Well done !!” – Jim R., Verified Buyer, 5-star Review Microjig’s MatchFit Relief Bit is more than just a tool; it’s a gateway to achieving higher precision and extending the life of your dovetail router bits. With its efficient waste removal, precision depth control, and smooth groove finish, this bit is a must-have for any serious woodworker. Trust Microjig to elevate your woodworking projects to new heights of quality and efficiency. Don’t miss out on transforming your woodworking projects. Add the Microjig MatchFit Relief Bit to your cart today and experience its difference in precision, efficiency, and tool longevity. Your dovetail router bit will thank you!
Efficient Waste Removal: Removes 55% of waste material before routing dovetail grooves, significantly reducing strain on your router and bits.
Precision Depth Control: Laser-etched depth guide for quick, accurate cutting depth adjustments and safety
Smooth Groove Finish: Built-in roundover design smooths out the top shoulders of the groove, preventing tearout and reducing sanding time.
Extended Tool Life: Relieves stress on your Dovetail Router Bit, prolonging its lifespan and ensuring consistent performance.
Versatile Compatibility: Available in 1/2″ and 1/4″ shank sizes, making it suitable for various routers and materials.
High-Quality Construction: Made from durable carbide with a 3-degree upshear design, providing excellent performance on plywood and MDF.