Aero_Octaveus
Well Known Member
A great tool that I have found is so helpful in my build so far is the Steadtler circle template. It goes back to my days in manual drafting. You can buy them in the drafting section at staples.
I find it really great to find minimum edge distances for holes. You can draw a straight line centered between two holes (Draw a large circle around each hole that intersect, the larger the better. Then draw a straight line between the two intersection points.)
I have used mine extensively to draw radius/fillets on a piece and provides a perfect reference line to work to. I also have used it when my pilot holes have been just a bit off center, I can use the template and round file to get the hole back centered, and then match drill with the proper size.
Be sure to use the extra fine point sharpie when using the template.
I find it really great to find minimum edge distances for holes. You can draw a straight line centered between two holes (Draw a large circle around each hole that intersect, the larger the better. Then draw a straight line between the two intersection points.)
I have used mine extensively to draw radius/fillets on a piece and provides a perfect reference line to work to. I also have used it when my pilot holes have been just a bit off center, I can use the template and round file to get the hole back centered, and then match drill with the proper size.
Be sure to use the extra fine point sharpie when using the template.
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