Incra Ultralite - what do ewes reckon?

**damian** · 19th June 2008, 09:14 AM

If you want to cut dovetails you need 1 dovetail bit. If you want to cut finger joints you need 1 straight bit. If you want to cut different size dovetails/finger you need 1 bit for each size you want to cut. There are as many opinions on how many different bits you'll WANT as there are woodworkers

For dovetails it's usually a 1/4 and a 3/8 or 1/2 bit or something...I've got a couple of the triton ones from the sale the other week and I've got some cheapie 1/4" bits.

There is nothing stopping you buying from the US. That's what I've just done. There is nothing to stop you emailing them for a shipping quote. All they can say is we don't ship to Australia....

I bought from an incra online dealer and paid about $160 shipping on an LS25 super. The ultralite should be less than that. Be aware that Elite and at least one other online dealer operate from Canada and shipping is a LOT dearer from there.

Elite list on ebay. There is also an ultra 3 system on ebay, or was recently and didn't get a bid. $250US for a 24" system including base plate. Don't think it has a wonder fence but you probably don't need it.

From what you've said I'd say the ultralite would do you very nicely. If you buy new and your building a router table consider asking for a miter track to be thrown into the package. For an extra $10US or something, they are a lot more than that here.

AND MY FENCE ARRIVED LAST NIGHT (does the dance of the happy man). I haven't examined it as closely as I might yet but it is a beautiful thing. From what I've seen very high quality. The DVD is 80 minutes, somewhat repetitive and dull but it explains thoroughly how to assemble the machine and cut various joints, profiles etc.

**Big Shed** · 19th June 2008, 10:02 AM

Originally Posted by *Kev

Thanks guys for your input.

As I can only choose one it sounds like the Incra would be the most versatile with it's router fence capabilities.

One other thing - how many different dovetail and straight bits will I need to use the Incra?

I checked some of the prices from US suppliers. I wish I lived over there. Everything is so cheap - $129US for the Ultralite compared to $330 over here.

Maybe I should suggest a holiday to the US to the missus and bring home a suitcase full of goodies

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I bought the Torquata RBIS8 set from Timbecon, they had a special on at the time, from memory I paid just over $100. You don't have to buy the set, you can buy them individually as you need them. Most of the US suppliers supply Incra bit sets as well and you could investigate them. There is also a supplier on Ebay who lists sets regularly.

Oh, and I am very happy withe results I get with the Torquata bits.

**NCArcher** · 28th July 2008, 04:32 PM

So what was the outcome *Kev.
Are you the happy owner of an Incra yet?
I ask because I expect delivery of mine any day now.

Although i have to build a new router table before i get to play with it.

*Kev · 29th July 2008, 01:16 AM

Yeah, it arrived a couple of weeks ago. I've only played aroung with it so far - a couple of box joints etc as I don't have any dovetail bits yet.

It's very easy to use and is very accurate.

So far I'm very happy with the results.

I've been concentrating on finishing my router table too. Almost completed the dust extraction for it on the weekend. I've copied a few router table and dust extraction ideas from others and so far it's working well. I'll post a photo when I finally finish it.

Kev

**Mike Wingate** · 27th June 2009, 09:45 PM

When using the correct bits with dimensioned timber. The Incra kit is a joy to use, and so quick and accurate.

**psikes** · 30th June 2009, 07:44 AM

I have been using my Ultralite for about 2 weeks now and enjoy it more every time I go to use it. A little bit of a learning curve at first with some new terminology but now I am making box joints and even made some half blind dovetails a few days ago. I am finding that bits are very important with this jig, especially on box joints. 3/8 of an inch does not always equal 3/8 in different bits. I am waiting on a set from Whiteside to arrive today.

Phil

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