Thread: Ryobi Biscuit Joiner

Picked up my Makita 18v LXT biscuit machine yesterday from one of my Fitters, i gave it the quick 5 minute run and it works flawlessly, its much quieter than its corded counterpart. It seems much smoother too with less vibrations, however, you cant bury it into the job like you can with the corded version. you need to let the tool do the work. I could see this being an issue with a blunt cutter on it.

however, for $239.00, and it being cordless, and ties in with the rest of my ever growing makita 18v LXT range, i cant be happier. I am just glad i waited for a decent machine, than shell out twice for a cheap machine.

Full pics and writeup in a few weeks when i put it to use. waiting on parts to come back from the paintshop.

GP

Hi Guys,

I just bought a Makita PJ7000 from ebay for $239 including shipping. You can search for it if you're interested. I tried it out the other day on some plywood panel lengths i had laying around and I'm very happy with the purchase. It's solid construction, it comes in a solid plastic case with extra storage room for biscuits and it's a Makita so i know it will last.

I have to admit i was skeptical initially as well, especially since the 3901 model which has been around for years can go for as much as $500 but i'm happy to report that there was no need for concern.

The action is solid, the chip extraction works great and it has plenty of adjustment options.

Cheers
Mat

I also have a Makita biscuit joiner.

Have also used it to run the guide groove in a sliding door, rebating weatherboards on restoration work as well as other custom rebates for shelving, etc. Very versatile machine

i used my makita 18v LXT biscuit machine onsite last week. Very happy with it, more than a capable machine, and the fence is top quality.

something to note, the LXT biscuit machine's dust port will marry up to a festo dust extractor/vac hose nossle. My contractor was impressed with the combined performance of the two tools.

I have a Rockwell. Cheap but works fine. Got it from Mitre 10.