Although, I have seen cheaper sources of t-slot bolts than Rockler.įor those that haven't used the Rockler system, you first route a 3/8' groove in the wood using a straight bit, then you use the Rockler 5/8' slot bit to convert your groove into a t-slot. However, you'll typically have to cut them down because they are usually quite long. Choose from our selection of medium-strength steel T-slot bolts, including over 110 products in a wide range of styles and sizes. In a pinch, you can use toilet bolts from the hardware store. Please use the image viewer to see the product line drawing. Special lengths and sizes quoted upon request. I think the cost savings in not having to purchase the track makes up for the cost of the bolts (which I often reuse by moving from one seldomly used jig to another). T-Slot Bolt head is undersized to fit machine table slot. However, most of my jigs don't require too many of them. This allows you to get them very tight without the risk of pulling them through. As you tighten the t-bolts in the slot, they turn a little bit so the bolt flats have more to grab on in the slot.

The heads of the Rockler t-bolts are a hair over 1/2' wide, and the Rockler bit cuts a 5/8' slot. I think tightening the apparatus would cause the head of the bolt to pull right through. I don't think the 1/4' hex head has enough material to work in a wooden t-slot.

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