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  1. 12th August 2007, 04:56 PM #1
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    Lightbulb Butterfly Key Joints

    Hi all,

    I am creating a slab dining room table... all has gone well so far, but now I need to address some end-splits in the timber that I'm using for the top.

    From the reading I've done on this site and others, I understand that the best way of securing the splits is to use butterfly key joints.

    Does anyone have any guidance on how this can be done using the triton router? I need the joints to be snug.

    Is this a template job? If so, any thoughts on the best templates to use (Triton or other)? Where can I get the templates from?

    Yep - I need help. Any guidance that you can provide will be greatfully appreciated.

    Cheers,
    TKG
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  3. 12th August 2007, 09:20 PM #2
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    Hi, I cut mine by hand with a chisel and mallet, make the butterfly to fit.
    If it goes against the grain, it's being rubbed the wrong way!
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  4. 15th August 2007, 08:51 PM #3
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    Thanks for the tip. Do you have a quick and easy way of copying the shape of the mortice and then cutting out the key? Did you use a bandsaw?
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    There is a way to do this with a router and a funky template. I have one of these setups on order for this very reason. When I try it out I'll let you know the results along with pictures of my success or failure.

    Ciao,

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    Quote Originally Posted by TKG View Post
    Thanks for the tip. Do you have a quick and easy way of copying the shape of the mortice and then cutting out the key? Did you use a bandsaw?

    I make one butterfly and use it as a template to mark the mortices, after I've cut the mortices I check the fit and then if it's satisfactory I use it as a template for the rest. Cut them on a bandsaw and then trim for a ? perfect fit. Take your and the result will be worth it. I don't think there is any short cuts.
    If it goes against the grain, it's being rubbed the wrong way!
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  7. 21st August 2007, 01:06 PM #6
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    Quote Originally Posted by martink View Post
    There is a way to do this with a router and a funky template. I have one of these setups on order for this very reason. When I try it out I'll let you know the results along with pictures of my success or failure.

    Ciao,

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    Sounds great - would really appreciate that!
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