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| This is a discussion on 23 ga Pinning into MDF edges? within the Table-mounted Routing forums, part of the Routers category; I'm aware of the warnings not to screw into the edges of MDF, due to ... |
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06-24-2009, 03:23 PM
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I'm aware of the warnings not to screw into the edges of MDF, due to splitting. Do the ultra-small 23 ga. pins cause the same problem? I'm thinking of them as "temporary clamps" should I decide to glue hardwood edges to the edges of a MDF router table. Has anyone here tried this? Jim
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06-24-2009, 04:37 PM
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Forget the pins and screws. Go with glue and clamps. | ||
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06-24-2009, 04:52 PM
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Hi Jim I use them all the time,the pictures is a little fussy but I think you can make it out ,it's 1/2" thick MDF wirh 17 nails in the edge,I did put some on a angle so you can see them and pulled the presser down to 2 lbs, psi. ,1" long pins..I do it all the time with 1/4" thick MDF also  The last picture is 1/2" MDF with only 3 brad nails and it split it like a walnut Hope this helps ======
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06-24-2009, 05:12 PM
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How about biscuits or dowels? | ||
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06-24-2009, 05:22 PM
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Hi Mike I call them junk fasteners ,if I want the joint to turn I use a round dowel pin (so it break lose ) ,if I want the joint to swell up I use biscuits...then when the glue drys out you end up with a little dent in the stock I should say I do like square dowel pins "It's fine to disagree with other members as long as you respect their opinions." MIKE Senior Moderator ====== Quote:
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06-24-2009, 05:35 PM
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23 gauge pin nailers let you do things you can't with other fasteners. It is worth buying one of these tools. I am sure BJ will agree they make life much easier.
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06-24-2009, 05:47 PM
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Hi Mike I do,anytime you can do it without clamps your money and time a head of the job.. ======== Quote:
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06-24-2009, 07:45 PM
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Thanks, all! It sounds like time to add one to my shopping list!
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06-24-2009, 08:08 PM
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Hi Jim I suggest the one below. it's not the high end one but it works great and at the right price, I like the slider on the side that helps select the right pin nail, quick and easy Amazon.com: Grip 23 Gauge Pin Air Nailer Gun: Home Improvement http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_hi...er&sprefix=pin ======= Quote:
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06-24-2009, 09:24 PM
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I picked up this one a few days ago - Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices It was $2 more in store but print the page take it with you and they will match it. I know it's HF, but I also have their $20 nailer/stapler. And both guns work fine.
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