Frequently Asked Questions for Router Accessories

Be sure the router’s depth is set appropriately and the depth stop is being used, this will prevent damage to the router bushing.

To achieve the best results, make multiple passes in increments of 1/4″ – 5/16″ until you have reached the desired depth of cut.

Base plate compatibility chart and template.

Compatible Compact/Palm/Trim Routers:

Bosch/Colt PR20EVSPK
Bosch GFK125CE
DeWalt DCW600B
DeWalt DWE6000
DeWalt DWP611
Ridgid R2401
Ridgid R24012
Ridgid R86044B
Ridgid R860443B
Ryobi P601

Not compatible w/o plunge attachment:

Makita RT0700C (requires a plunge attachment for installation on the base plate)
Makita RT0701C (requires a plunge attachment for installation on the base plate)
Makita XTR01 (requires a plunge attachment for installation on the base plate)
Bosch/Colt PR20EVS (requires a plunge attachment for installation on the base plate)
Milwaukee 2723-20 (requires Milwaukee plunge attachment 48-10-5601, will align with slots I and E.).

Not compatible:

Porter Cable PC450
Bauer 19121E-B

Round Nose Bit:
Single passes on stencil will create a round bottom cut. This works nicely with the Modern stencil set as well as many script/cursive fonts. Not recommended for situations where an even surface is desired at the bottom of a cut.

Flat End Bit:
Creates vertical side walls while cutting. Works well with the Old English stencil, creating protruded letters and in situations where an even surface is desired on the bottom of the cut.

V-Groove Bit:
Creates engravings with variable widths based on bit depth. When used at a shallow depth on a level board, it is ideal for detailed designs and line drawings. Also is effective at outlining letters.

The scales were removed as part of a redesign process, as these were not fixed in place. It had come to our attention that the scales would need to be adjusted based on the router bit size that the consumer was using and this caused great confusion. Without knowing what router bits were being used for the different types of applications, the moving scales made accuracy difficult.

Measuring for Circle Cuts:

With a ruler measure and mark the center point of your circle and then mark at least one point on your circle diameter

For Outside Circles:

Your router bit should be positioned on the outside of the mark you made for your diameter, but be sure it is still touching your mark. You will need to measure from the outside of your router bit once in this position to the center mark you made for your pivot.

For Inside Circles:

Your router bit should be positioned on the inside of the mark you made for your diameter, but be sure it is still touching your mark. You will need to measure from the inside of your router bit once in this position to the center mark you made for your pivot.

The Milescraft centering pin can be used to accurately align and center the TurnLock™ Base Plate. This is not an extremely tight fit as the centering happens from the convex area of the pin. The pin is two sizes, ¼” and ½”, based on the collet sizes.

1. Remove the existing base from the router by removing the appropriate screws.
2. Insert appropriate end of the centering pin into router collet. (Follow your router manufacturer’s instruction for this step.)
3. Install provided TurnLock Bushing on to the Base Plate by twisting into the TurnLock opening in the center of the Base Plate. (Example: If the 1/4″ end is inserted into your router’s collet use the 5/8″ bushing on the 1/2″ end of the centering pin.)
4. Place the BasePlate on top of the router so that the screw mounting recesses are facing away from the router.
5. After lowering the Base Plate so it is in contact with the centering pin, rotate the Base Plate over the router’s threaded screw holes until the correct alignment is found.
6. Loosely fasten the Base Plate to the router by reinstalling the same screws removed in step 1 or if necessary, the screws provided.
7. Adjust the Base Plate as needed to center the TurnLock Bushing on the centering pin. (Note: This is not an extremely tight fit as the centering happens from the convex area of the pin.)
8. When centered, secure the Base Plate into position by tightening the appropriate screws.
9. Remove the TurnLock Bushing from the Base Plate by twisting it out of the TurnLock mechanism.
10. Remove the centering pin from the router collet. (Follow your router manufacturer’s instruction for this step.)

Your TurnLock Router Base Plate is now installed and centered. To use, simply twist the desired bushing into place. Follow you router manufacturers’ guidelines for proper router operation.

Some Ryobi routers require special screws which will be supplied upon request at no charge to you. To acquire these special screws please contact Milescraft Customer Service via email,  info@milescraft.com or phone 224-227-6930.