Using MDF templates

**Tor** · 22nd April 2009, 11:49 PM

I have a 9mm MDF template that I will use a trimming bit to cut some 3mm ply using the router mounted in a table. The piece will be roughly cut to size and finished with the router.

Part of the template is only 4" across and it's 6ft long. If possible I don't want to have to reposition clamps during the cut.

Whats the best method of attaching the template to the wood? I don't want holes in the ply as the finish will be clear so screws and pins are out.

Am I better not using the table?

Thanks,

Tor

**Shutterbug** · 23rd April 2009, 12:09 AM

Double sided Carpet tape. Works a treat.

Mike

**Rattrap** · 23rd April 2009, 09:15 AM

Yup my vote is for double sided tape too. The 3M tape is awesome, sticks like the proverbial sh*t to the blanket in fact it can be hard to separate afterward. Its also more expensive than the cheaper gear. I keep rolls of both in my shed & generally use the cheap tape unless its on a piece that i need to really hold fast then its the 3M for me.

**jackliveshere** · 23rd April 2009, 09:26 AM

3rd vote for double sided carpet tape. the stuff i've used sticks like mad so I actually have to use it sparingly so i can remove my template and use it again

Cheers,

WILL

**Tor** · 23rd April 2009, 10:32 PM

and to remove it ( I may want to use the template again) I would squirt in a little acetone or shellite to help the glue dissolve? (being very careful not to work in candle light

)

Sounds like a fine idea, thanks,

Tor

**Shutterbug** · 23rd April 2009, 10:36 PM

Just push a thin bladed knife between the two and twist it.

Mike

**Tor** · 23rd April 2009, 10:39 PM

Jeez what a quick reply...

That sounds a little safer that my suggestion.

Thanks, I'll let you know how I go.

Tor

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