Box joints are a wonderful combination of form and function. They look great, especially when made with contrasting materials and, with their significant surface area for glue, are very strong. Our shop-made table saw box joint jig is simple to make and easy to use. In all likelihood you have enough scrap in your shop right now to build it. Our plans provide you with everything you need to know about how to make a box joint jig.
Using the Jig
Once the jig is built, you’ll need to tweak it for perfectly fitting box joints. We provide a simple, low tech solution that allows you to create excellent box joints, every time. Check out this quick video that demonstrates how the jig is made and used.
Projects with Box Joints
Looking for a great project you can make with your table saw box joint jig? Our Wooden Keepsake Box is a wonderful project that includes not only box joints, but a simple to make star shaped inlay.
good instructions
Nice jig.
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great projects!
Nice
Hi George, a question here, what can I do if a dado set is not available
A router table works just as well. If you don’t have either of those it might be time for some shopping.
i am surprised that such a simple jig can turn out to be so useful.
This is all completely brilliant and exciting.
I cannot locate the plans for the box joint jig. What am I doing wrong? Member#4500 since 2017
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How do I obtain a copy of plans for the box joint jig?
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I have been trying to find the plans for this jig, and have so far been unsuccessful in finding any actual plans that are not the video. Am I looking in the wrong location?
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very helful
I am very much a beginner and would appreciate more information actually how you built the jig.
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It’s look like so good!
“How To Make A Box Joint Jig”
Does not discuss composition, attachment and placement of spacing “pin”.Didn’t understand how the two screws were able to be loosened, moved and rescrewd
Hi John,
Thank you for the patience while I asked the experts, here is the reply:
Thanks for your interest in the box joint tables jig. The video is meant to be an overview of the box joint jig to see it in action. The accompanying written article thoroughly explains the building of the jig with a detailed drawing and parts dimensions. If you read this article and study the drawing you’ll be able to see how the jig can be adjusted and the purpose of the adjusting screw. Best wishes and success in building your box joint jig.
Paul
Woodworkers Guild of America
I try hard and still can’t get in.
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cant see plans it says I am logged in but on the side there is a box that says become a member. How do I get the plans for the box joint jig?
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Hiya. My table saw only has 1 miter gage track. Can this jig be modified to use only 1 runner?
Yes, you could. My box joint jig uses only one runner and it works well. Just have to make sure to get a great fit in that slot, and have no slop whatsoever.
Paul
Woodworkers Guild of America
I prefer my miter gauge to use as my bj jig…
looks great – thanks
I am a member. I would like the box joint jig plans please.
Hello Russell!
Thanks for being a member! At the top right of this page, you’ll see the “Download Plans” red button. Click on that and enjoy!
Thank you!
Jessica
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Thanks for the plans.
Great jig, looking forward to building one
Would like the plan
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I have a lot of power tools but not enough jigs. Looking or more.
Looking for box joint jig plans
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The jig looks simple – great!
looking for a box joint jigs
I am unable to download the plans any idea’s, others work
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Hi!
Am trying to download the file by clicking the download button but nothing happen.
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great info on how to make the bow joint jig. thanks
Great site, full of knowledge and wonderful ideas.
What’s the best wood to use to make jigs
Hi Anthony. My favorite is Baltic birch plywood but depending on the jig I’ll sometimes build out of whatever scrap materials I have available. Mdf and melamine are good choices as well.
Thanks
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wont load says cant find
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Just wanna have fun
Very interesting jig. Unfortunately the link to the video doesnt work????
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Why cant I download the video or plans? I am a member? I am new.
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muchas gracias por el video
Please send the Box Joint Plan. thank you.
Would like know how to make a box joint jig.
just looking for a box joint jig
looks like a nice jig
I like your site a lot I have learned alot
jig
Looks like a handy jig especially to be able to adjust fit easily
Need plans
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Looks much better than the one I made, let’s see the plans
Yahoo
I request plans to build the table saw box joint jig
Looking forward to you plans
In the section “PROJECTS WITH BOX JOINTS” why when I click on the above link
“Our Wooden Keepsake Box” does it take me to the following?
ERROR 404 – PAGE NOT FOUND
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I found this:
https://www.wwgoa.com/plan/how-to-make-a-wooden-keepsake-box/
very good
good
Downloaded plan with no problems. BUT… the use video will not load. ERROR 404 – PAGE NOT FOUND. Tried refreshing a few times…nothing. Any suggestions?
The page you were looking for was not found, but maybe try looking again!
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box joint jig
Great features
Hi George, I want to make some boxes using the box / finger joint and want to creat this joint on my table saw but would prefer to make the joints thicker than my saw curfe. Would you advise on the easiest method please. Thanks
Hi Allan. Here is a plan that you can use to build a jig for this:
https://www.wwgoa.com/video/wwgoas-box-joint-jig-10812/
Thanks
Paul-WWGOA
Joint Jig
Built the jig and made my first box out of 3/4″ pallet wood. Not sure what the wood was but it was really hard and the box turned out great. My second box was out of 3/8″ pallet wood – also very hard. The first couple of cuts had lots of tear out due to the thinner material. To solve this I put a 1/8″ piece of plywood at the front of the jig and used that as the backer. Worked great as it eliminated the tear out and I got a great looking box. Thanks for the plans.
I don’t have any comments.
I really enjoy your question and answer section
Hello ,
Thanking you for the wood working guides is very useful to learn more about woodworking
shop tools, discover the tool set, practice the skill set, and understand the mindset, effectively
completing a course of subject woodworking to plan the projects and application of standard and
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Can’t wait to try it out.
do you have to download chrome and add an ext to print plans and is it safe
We can assure you that our videos are completely secure and safe. Our videos can be viewed on any browser. You can print off the plans if you would like to, however our membership has a lot of expert videos you can stream and do not require printing.
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I have never seen this website before
How do I get the box joint jig plan?
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great site
Looking for Box Joint jig
I tried to download your plans to make a table saw mider box jig . I could not find plands
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Shop teacher. Looking for other ideas.
thanks
i wouldm like te receive the detail plan of your jigs for the joint
Great looking jig
Would like plans for box joint jig
Yes
I’m interesting in making some Keepsake boxes. I just want a copy, Teach me how. Please.
where are the plans
Hi, Michael. The plans are accessible upon login.
Thanks looks like a nice jig
Looking forward to seeing the plans for this jig.
send the box joint plan
Please send the plans
Would like the box joint plan
Thanks so much. Nice plans
thank you
In UK these Dado set’s are not able to be purchased I’m thinking?.
Hi, Stan. I believe that is true. You might consider doing this on a router table in that case.
NEED SUCH APLAN
yes
love it
I watched the Video, the jug looks simple to make.
I wish to get the plan of box joint jig.
Please log into your membership account to access the plan.
Thanks so much
I do not see a way to download plans for the box joint jig. Tell me how.
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Thanks
I’ve built something like this before but it seems like my dado set doesn’t leave a square cut. Any cure for that?
Hi, Ed. There are many variables here and it is tough to troubleshoot remotely. Squareness of cut should be determined by your blade, miter slot, miter gauge, and jig construction. Can you describe the issue that you are experiencing in a bit more detail?
Trying to download my first plan from your site
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Looks easy
Looks like a simple easy to build jig. Thanks
a comment
so I have to pay for these plans too? What good is the membership?
This club is about making money. not helping a poor woodworker get going. I won’t renew when it comes time. Too many adds and too little helpful information, I get more free on the internet than here.
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Can’t wait for my example to arrive.
Eager to see plans
Please send me the plan
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I just want a copy
Simples e eficaz
Jig looks good, how do I obtain the pdf plan to make the box joint jig? Hope you can help
You will need to be logged in to your membership account in order to access the plan.
this looks like an interesting site
Would like to obtain a copy of your Box Joint jig plans. Ty
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I’d like the plan
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looking for your box joint jig plans and video
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nice jig
Thanks
I think I’m still a member
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Looking to make one.thanks
George, I have been meaning to ask you since you have vast experience in the field. I have been thinking for years about designing a sharpening machine that will regrind phillips screw drivers. Have you ever seen one? What do you think about the idea.? John the Handyman in Las Vegas
This is a unique idea that we’ve not come across before. I don’t know what the marketability is of such a device, but it would certainly solve a problem that people have. It might be worth approaching a tool company and discussing your idea under a proper non-disclosure agreement so that your intellectual property is protected.
Nice jig
Looking forward to receiving the plan
Hello I stil have a woodworkers set 45 jr, old from Bosch. To make those joints You use one blade with shamfered washers so you can adjust the wobbling of the blade.
Is this a known procedure by you too?
Albert
Please send me these plans on making a box jig . Thanks.
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The DvD collection is great!
Just starting in a new shop. Hope to make simple things at first but have dreams of more complicated projects. Thanks.
looking to do more joinery woodwork without having to spend a lot and had no idea about the box joint
Hi.
When I tried to download the plans for this jig, you’ll see what I get. But what am I doing wrong?
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I’ll appreciate someone’s help. Thanks.
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Thanks, I really appreciate this info. It is very helpful. It pays to be a premium member.
Plans please for box joint jig!
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I do not see a link to build this jig in the description or video, where is the plan to do so, thanks.
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Were do I go to get the plans to build the box joint jig, I’m logged in and tried clicking on link nothing happens?
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Nice idea
Thank you
You welcomed me as a premium member on 13/05/2016. I tried to log in to view plans, but it does not log in. Why?
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I thought I was a member.
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Good
am very interested in this box joint. Help me out.
Yup
Thanks
Looking for a set of working plans for a cabinet bed.
Hello and thanks for your inquiry. Unfortunately we do not have a plan for this project currently, but we’ll consider adding this in the future.
Maravilhaaaaaa
Why not make the base a little wider to accommodate two or more box sides with each cut?
Sometimes the simplicity of performing single cuts can provide greater accuracy. Cutting box joints for a single box takes almost no time with this jig, but there’s no problem in designing it for multiple simultaneous cuts as you suggest
looking forward to using this on future projects
hi
Why is it so difficult to find the star inlay jig? Where is it?
The star jig drawing is shown on the last page of the Keepsake Box PDF, and the video showing how to use it is linked in the description for the project, and can be found here http://www.wwgoa.com/video/using-the-star-inlay-jig/ (http://www.wwgoa.com/video/using-the-star-inlay-jig/)
I’m interesting in making some Keepsake boxes. Teach me how. Please.
Here are a few resources to help get your started:
http://www.wwgoa.com/article/recipe-box/
http://www.wwgoa.com/article/perfect-hinge-mortises-on-small-boxes/
http://www.wwgoa.com/article/how-to-make-a-bandsaw-box/
http://www.wwgoa.com/plan/a-beautiful-ring-box/
Looks like a very useful and simple jig
Looks like a good jig–simple and effective.
Looks like a good jig
ok
The jig looks simple and easy to make cheers
Thanks so much. Great plans
where did you get the plans for the box joint. I am a member and cannpt fine any plave on the web sit
Below the Video.
Hi George,
This jig just saved me from an expensive purchase. I had attempted to build a home version of the adjustable jig and was stymied by the metalwork.
After much soul searching, I realized there is no need for an infinite adjust because I only have one or two
blade width possibilities. Two of these jigs will do everything I need
Stan Stevens
I just want a copy
Hi George,–everything looks good, as usual,==looking at your box joint jig. Unfortunately,not everyones saw will take
dado sets. Do you have one for a single blade application? Thank You, Colin Strutt Edinburgh UK.
Hello and thank you for your question. We do not have another box joint jig, but you could use this same jig on a router table if you were to modify your table top to accommodate dual runners.
c.strutt >> Fulton makes a 2 blade box joint set that will fit in most short arbor saws that will give you 1/4 in and 3/8 in box joints. Also, the standard 1/8 in blade can make some cool box joints on smaller boxes and other joinery.
very good
It’s the same plan just use your single blade while making and pushing stop tongue against your single blade.