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[HTML]Saw a similar display at the True Value in Makati sometime last year.[/HTML]yes, same consignee,

too expensive i never went back!

To-suy pa rin ang the best na bilihan ng screw mas marami mas mura

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Darn office net security, I can't see the pic! Oh the rigors of waiting til dismissal time...must be patient.

UPDATE: I could now see the screw pics above. What I think is a better alternative would be a screw with flat flanges (no tapered portion or V shape). This causes the pocket hole to break unless countersunk which is a waste of time.

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Saw a similar display at the True Value in Makati sometime last year.

yes, same consignee,
too expensive i never went back!

On my last visit, curiosity and other considerations overcame repulsion and so I took a closer look:
http://www.pinoyhandyman.com/showthread.php?t=1413

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dust port for my R4..prototype lang po...

the vacuum hose hole should be located a little below for better dust collection..but happy with the results.

just some scrap pine screwed onto a laminated mdf base..and base is clamped to the wb...

now not so much chips flying here and there...good to know that there is newer kreg jig complete with dust collection port but i dunno if its 100 percent efficient at catching all the woodchips.

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r4 ba or K4, wala bang vacuum attachment yung kit mo brader?

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I think my Kreg is K3 and I have that attachment.

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@timber,

ala brader..k4 nga pla..hehe

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Sir Timber,

As promised - made an official account with PinoyHandyman after months of being a lurker.
Thank you for the Kreg Jig... I will try not to do the same mistakes as those that have been posted here...
I will be posting my Kreg Jig projects soon.

Hope you'll enjoy your Cebu trip...

Thanks.

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Can I use kreg jig on 3/4 MDF? with local Hi-lo screws.

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Can I use kreg jig on 3/4 MDF? with local Hi-lo screws.

I used my Kreg Jig on MDF to build my Drill Press table but using Kreg screws.

Timber can answer this question better.

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ok, good enough. I still have kreg screws anyway. Did you use 3/4 MDF also?

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Most MDF assemblies are fastened ala "but-joint" using confirmat screw or brad nails so unless you want to use the pocket hole joinery, Kreg would be a good choice.

Confirmat screw: (I think this is locally available as Timber showed me a sample before)

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If you assemble melamine cabinets or work with particle board or Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF), these unique fasteners have been specially designed to make your life easier. The large shoulder beneath the head locks the shank in position to minimize the possibility of board failure. An extra-long stem on the specially designed screw caps fits a hole in the drive recess, preventing most accidental removal. Screws require a pilot hole through both pieces of material. The 7x50 screws are recommended for use with 3/4" materials. 5 x 40mm screws require a 5mm pilot hole and are used with 1/2" material.

http://www.mcfeelys.com/confirmat-mdf-screws

Spax type MDF screw:

MDF/Edge Arrow Point Partial Thread Screw - specifically engineered for MDF. No pre-drilling necessary. Slender head with the ribbed underside easily countersinks into the material. Silver zinc finish. These fasteners are currently being changed by Spax from pozidrive to torx drive. The appropriate drive bit (mfg by Festool / Wiha) is included by Ultimate Garage with the sale of each box of screws.

http://www.grampianfasteners.com/Products.aspx?Cat=14864912
http://www.ultimategarage.com/spax.html

The local Hi-Lo screws are hybrids of the two above 😀

In my opinion, the difference in shapes of this screw is based on what joinery and not more on the material. The confirmat is great for butt joint with straight pilot holes and no extra tapping is required. So if you're using pocket hole on MDF using local Hi-Lo, just use the Kreg jig and screws for set-up and drilling then use the local Hi-Lo afterwards. I believe this is what Moji also did on his aquarium project.

If possible, best is if you can setup a test joint on a scrap.

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I think Hafele has those confirmat screws..To Suy probably has those as well. If you can find the right length then i think the Hi-Lo screws will work. just use your kreg screws to hold the two pieces together and when the glue dries switch them with the Hi-Lo's.

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if the intention is a permanent glued joint and consists of long side edges then you don't need screws. face panel to side edge depending on the weight it needs to hold or lenght of connection, screws can be bypassed as well.
kreg pocket hole joinery isn't really good on MDF since it weakens theMDF giving little material between the screwhead and the jointed piece. For this application, a straight and thru hole with as little removed other than what is needed will provide the best option...

this mdf stand previously made uses no screws , just glue asnd is plenty sturdy...

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I' planning a small printer table/stand with drawers and cabinet with dimension 16"x20"x20" WDH. Hope to use 1/2 MDF.

Will kreg+glue be ok? Just to speed up fastening, and avoid clamps.