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title: "PORTER-CABLE Dovetail Jig, Woodworking, Mini Template Kit for Precise Alignment (4216)"
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# 12-inch jig base fits 1/4"–1-1/8" stock Router bit depth gauges for no-measure setup 3 precision templates included PORTER-CABLE Dovetail Jig, Woodworking, Mini Template Kit for Precise Alignment (4216)

**Brand:** porter-cable
**Price:** 71608 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🪚 Elevate your woodworking game with precision, speed, and pro-grade durability!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** PORTER-CABLE Dovetail Jig, Woodworking, Mini Template Kit for Precise Alignment (4216) by porter-cable
- **How much does it cost?** 71608 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- porter-cable enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted porter-cable brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Firm Grip, Flawless Cuts:** Heavy-duty cam clamps with sandpaper-backed locking bars secure wood firmly for perfect joints every time.
- • **Versatile Joinery Mastery:** Cut half-blind, through, sliding dovetails & box joints with 3 specialized templates.
- • **Effortless Precision Setup:** On-board alignment lines and depth gauges eliminate guesswork and speed your workflow.
- • **Pro-Level Support & Warranty:** Backed by 3-year limited warranty plus 1-year free service contract—confidence that lasts.
- • **Robust & Ready Out-of-the-Box:** Durable single-piece steel base requires zero assembly—clamp or bolt directly to your bench.

## Overview

The PORTER-CABLE 4216 Dovetail Jig Kit is a professional-grade woodworking tool designed for precise joinery in drawers, boxes, and furniture. Featuring a 12-inch steel base and three machined aluminum templates, it supports stock thicknesses from 1/4" to 1-1/8". Its intuitive router bit depth gauges and alignment lines enable quick, measurement-free setup. Heavy-duty cam clamps ensure a secure hold, while included router bits and guides provide everything needed to create half-blind, through, sliding dovetails, and box joints. The jig arrives fully assembled and is backed by a 3-year limited warranty plus a 1-year free service contract, making it a durable, versatile choice for serious woodworkers.

## Description

Product Description Ideal for woodworking, furniture and cabinet making, the Porter Cable 4216 12-inch dovetail jig kit enables cutting a wide variety of joinery for drawers, boxes, and furniture. This package includes a template 4211 for half-blind, rabbeted half-blind and sliding dovetails, the 4213 template for through dovetails and box joints, and the 4215 template for miniature through, miniature half-blind dovetails, and miniature box joints. Durable, single-piece steel base design requires no assembly (view larger). Able to accommodate stock from 1/4 to 1-1/8 inches thick, this jig's heavy-duty cam-type clamps with sandpaper-backed locking bars provide a firm grip of wood. On-board instructions provide clear user guidance for the various applications and machined aluminum templates provide superior cutting accuracy and long-term durability. Its router bit depth gauge allows users to set bit depths without measuring and its durable, single-piece steel base design requires no assembly and allows clamping or bolting directly to the work bench. It's also covered by Porter-Cable's one-year free service contract, where Porter-Cable will maintain the tool and replace worn parts caused by normal use--for free. What's in the Box Porter-Cable 4216 deluxe dovetail jig combination kit with jig base; three templates (4211, 4213, and 4215); four router bits (43776PC, 43743PC, 43014PC, and 43777PC); four template guides (42037, 42040, 42046, and 42054); two lock nuts; wrench; operating instructions On-board instructions provide clear guidance for various applications (router not included; view larger). 4216 Deluxe Dovetail Jig Combination Kit At a Glance: Includes 12-inch dovetail jig plus three templates Template alignment lines and router bit depth gauges allow for quick, desertcart.com Ideal for woodworking, furniture and cabinet making, the Porter Cable 4216 12-inch dovetail jig kit enables cutting a wide variety of joinery for drawers, boxes, and furniture. This package includes a template 4211 for half-blind, rabbeted half-blind and sliding dovetails, the 4213 template for through dovetails and box joints, and the 4215 template for miniature through, miniature half-blind dovetails, and miniature box joints. Durable, single-piece steel base design requires no assembly (view larger). Able to accommodate stock from 1/4 to 1-1/8 inches thick, this jig's heavy-duty cam-type clamps with sandpaper-backed locking bars provide a firm grip of wood. On-board instructions provide clear user guidance for the various applications and machined aluminum templates provide superior cutting accuracy and long-term durability. Its router bit depth gauge allows users to set bit depths without measuring and its durable, single-piece steel base design requires no assembly and allows clamping or bolting directly to the work bench. WarrantyThis Porter-Cable tool is backed by three-year limited warranty covering any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship (from the date of purchase). It's also covered by Porter-Cable's one-year free service contract, where Porter-Cable will maintain the tool and replace worn parts caused by normal use--for free.What's in the BoxPorter-Cable 4216 deluxe dovetail jig combination kit with jig base; three templates (4211, 4213, and 4215); four router bits (43776PC, 43743PC, 43014PC, and 43777PC); four template guides (42037, 42040, 42046, and 42054); two lock nuts; wrench; operating instructions P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); From the Manufacturer Ideal for woodworking, furniture and cabinet making, the Porter Cable 4216 12-inch dovetail jig kit enables cutting a wide variety of joinery for drawers, boxes, and furniture in stock from -1/4 to 1-1/8 inches thick with a router (sold separately). The kit includes a template 4211 for half-blind, rabbeted half-blind and sliding dovetails, the 4213 template for through dovetails and box joints, and the 4215 template for miniature through, miniature half-blind dovetails, and miniature box joints. The unit's template alignment lines and intuitive router bit depth setting gauges deliver industry leading ease of set-up and enable depth settings without measurements. On-board instructions provide clear guidance while machined aluminum template provides superior cutting accuracy and long term durability. All bit needed to make joinery above are included. Ninety-day money back guarantee, 3 year limited warranty, 1 year free service contract. See more

Review: Versatile, intuitive. Fantastic jig. - I love this jig. Granted, I was previously using an awful $20 jig from Home Depot that would make ANY jig seem amazing. But still, I'd be hard-pressed to level a criticism against this one. It's an easy-to-use, intuitive jig. The jig arrives fully assembled, save for some minimal assembly required for the extra templates (<5 mins.). That was a welcome surprise. It worked fairly well right out of the box, and with one, quick round of minor adjustments, I was making tight, flush joints. There are three features that I appreciate most about this jig: 1. Aligning and clamping boards is a cinch. The guides make it easy, and once the knobs are adjusted for the thickness of your boards, you merely need to clamp with the levers to secure each board. It's a ridiculously quick and efficient system. No finger tightening or clumsy clamping apparatuses. While some jigs seem to be built for individuals with three hands, this one is easy to operate for those of us who were only born with two. 2. Basic instructions and guides are printed and/or etched on the jig and templates. If you don't make dovetails regularly, you likely spend a few minutes reacquainting yourself with your jig each time you dust it off. Having everything you need on the jig, rather than in a misplaced instruction book, is a nice feature that's easy to overlook. (And by the way, the instruction book is immensely helpful in its own right--more thorough than it needs to be. Basic operation instructions are supplemented with tips and tricks that make the process simpler. I doubt many other jigs' instruction books are as useful.) 3. Half-blind joints can be made w/ one cut per joint, rather than a separate cut per board. I know that isn't unique to this jig, but it certainly isn't a feature of every jig. Worth mentioning. I haven't had the opportunity to use the additional templates/bits (through, box, miniature), but if I have any problems, I'll update this review. The 1/2" half-blind bit and template worked wonderfully. The bushing fits the form of the template perfectly with no play, minimizing the potential for user error. Setting the depth is easy--I only needed one test cut plus a couple minor adjustments prior to making my final cuts. And my first pair of half-blind drawer boxes came out as good as I possibly could have hoped. I'm looking forward to experimenting with through-joints soon, I hope.
Review: Excellent Tool for a Great Price - This gets 5 stars because it is exactly as advertised. I researched this carefully before I bought it, so I was not surprised when it lived up to most of the positive reviews on desertcart, in magazines, and elsewhere. I cannot compare the 4216 to others like the PC Omnijig or Leigh D4R except to say that it is much less expensive and works very well. The big limitation, mentioned by most reviewers, is the 12" workpiece limit and fixed DT spacing. Actually, you can cut longer pieces by using the templates out of the jig. (I have not had to do this yet, but it seems straightforward.) Through DT would be especially easy to cut this way. You can also use the templates on a router table. The fixed spacing is a fact, but I decided that variable spacing was not worth the extra bother in setting up the jig, and the large price increase. I prefer box (finger) joints for most of my drawer side/back joints, and fixed box joints are standard. You can break the fixed DT pattern by skipping a position. Anyway, I am not interested in fooling my clients, and the real sign of hand-cut DT is pins that are narrower than a router bit. The 4216 is a heavy, durable tool, with steel body and heavy aluminum templates. It comes with everything you need to use it except a router and a 1/2" straight bit, which is needed for box (finger) joints. You need a router that will accept both 1/2" and 1/4" bits and the Porter-Cable style guide bushings. It comes assembled (for half-blind DT) and works out of the box with minor tweaking, The instructions are so complete that they are actually a bit confusing, but once you go ahead and cut some test pieces, the instructions become very clear. There is no dust collection as far as I know, but the geometry of the jig puts the shavings on the floor and on your apron, so cleanup is not that difficult. Note that I said shavings. The bits come very sharp. Finally, I chose the 4216 (with three templates) instead of smaller kits because I wanted the versatility of half-blind, through, and mini joints, and it was a bit cheaper to buy all three at once. I will continue to cut half-blind DT by hand for top-line drawer fronts but this jig will serve me very well for other DT work. I have always cut box joints on a table saw, but this jig offers an excellent alternative if I don't want to tie up my table saw.

## Features

- Includes Template 4211 For Half-Blind, Rabbeted Half-Blind And Sliding Dovetails
- Includes Template 4213 For Through Dovetails And Box Joints
- Includes Template 4215 For Miniature Through And Half-Blind Dovetails, And Miniature Box Joints
- Template Alignment Lines And Router Bit Depth Gauges Allow For Quick, Easy Set-Up; Router Bit Depth Gauges Allow User To Quickly And Accurately Set The Depth Without Taking Measurements

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000HGL59M |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #31,407 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #65 in Power Tool Accessory Jigs |
| Brand | PORTER-CABLE |
| Color | Gray |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,676) |
| Date First Available | July 27, 2009 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00028877559292 |
| Included Components | 12" Jig Base, 3 x Templates, 4 x Router Bits, 4 x Template Guides, 2 x Lock Nuts, Wrench & Instruction Manual |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 26.7 pounds |
| Item model number | 4216 |
| Manufacturer | PORTER-CABLE |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Part Number | 4216 |
| Product Dimensions | 22.25"L x 11.75"W |
| Set Name | True |
| Style | Jig |
| UPC | 735090885830 028877559292 756655318280 732454311479 784497324060 787721589167 757073735239 756655640558 |
| Warranty Description | 90 day money back guarantee, 1 year free service, 3 year manufacturers defects |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** PORTER-CABLE
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00028877559292
- **Manufacturer:** PORTER-CABLE
- **Material:** Aluminum
- **Product Dimensions:** 22.25"L x 11.75"W
- **Set Name:** True
- **Style:** Jig

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: does it include the 4 router bits usually included with in this set**
A: Yes, but the router bits included are for making the various dovetail and mini dovetail joints. They do not include the 1/2" and 1/4" straight bits for making the box joints, but you should have those in your shop already anyway.

One other important note on case you didn't read the manual, your router needs to be able to accept both 1/2" collet and 1/4" collet bits.  The bits included for the normal dovetails are 1/2" shank.  If your router is a fixed 1/4 collet you might be able to buy 1/4" shank bits and use them, but cutting 1/2" joints with a 1/4" shank might make sloppy joints due to bit wobble.

**Q: Can you use it with the Bosch router or do you need special  accessories**
A: The hole in theBottom of router called the plate (where the bit goes thru ) needs to be a specific size to accept the bushings that come with the PC jig.  Remember your router must be able to accept 1/2 inch shank router bits, first of all, or you will only be able to make mini dovetails.  Not sure on the  base plate hole for the bushings size I think it is 1 3/8 inch?  You can go to a big box store HD.... And measure there PC router on display and compare it to yours.  Or you can get a adapter plate that is the right size for your hole pattern.  Or get a small sheet of 1/4  inch plexiglass securely mount it to your router, then place a 1/8 or 1/4 inch drill bit into router and drill down into the plixaglass to locate center, then get a hole drill the correct size to accept the PC bushing.

**Q: Does it contain the essential guide rings**
A: Yes, it has the guide bushings for both the 1/4 in and 1/2 in. router bits which come with the jig. Make sure you have a router that has the same size hole in the base plate as the Porter-cable routers.

**Q: What width of boards will fit in this jig, and what is the max thickness of boards that can fit in it? Will it handle 4/4 stock?**
A: Maximum width is 12 inches.  Maximum thickness is 1 1/8 inches. Yes, it will handle 4/4 stock!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Versatile, intuitive. Fantastic jig.
*by P***R on September 17, 2012*

I love this jig. Granted, I was previously using an awful $20 jig from Home Depot that would make ANY jig seem amazing. But still, I'd be hard-pressed to level a criticism against this one. It's an easy-to-use, intuitive jig. The jig arrives fully assembled, save for some minimal assembly required for the extra templates (<5 mins.). That was a welcome surprise. It worked fairly well right out of the box, and with one, quick round of minor adjustments, I was making tight, flush joints. There are three features that I appreciate most about this jig: 1. Aligning and clamping boards is a cinch. The guides make it easy, and once the knobs are adjusted for the thickness of your boards, you merely need to clamp with the levers to secure each board. It's a ridiculously quick and efficient system. No finger tightening or clumsy clamping apparatuses. While some jigs seem to be built for individuals with three hands, this one is easy to operate for those of us who were only born with two. 2. Basic instructions and guides are printed and/or etched on the jig and templates. If you don't make dovetails regularly, you likely spend a few minutes reacquainting yourself with your jig each time you dust it off. Having everything you need on the jig, rather than in a misplaced instruction book, is a nice feature that's easy to overlook. (And by the way, the instruction book is immensely helpful in its own right--more thorough than it needs to be. Basic operation instructions are supplemented with tips and tricks that make the process simpler. I doubt many other jigs' instruction books are as useful.) 3. Half-blind joints can be made w/ one cut per joint, rather than a separate cut per board. I know that isn't unique to this jig, but it certainly isn't a feature of every jig. Worth mentioning. I haven't had the opportunity to use the additional templates/bits (through, box, miniature), but if I have any problems, I'll update this review. The 1/2" half-blind bit and template worked wonderfully. The bushing fits the form of the template perfectly with no play, minimizing the potential for user error. Setting the depth is easy--I only needed one test cut plus a couple minor adjustments prior to making my final cuts. And my first pair of half-blind drawer boxes came out as good as I possibly could have hoped. I'm looking forward to experimenting with through-joints soon, I hope.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Tool for a Great Price
*by C***. on October 18, 2014*

This gets 5 stars because it is exactly as advertised. I researched this carefully before I bought it, so I was not surprised when it lived up to most of the positive reviews on Amazon, in magazines, and elsewhere. I cannot compare the 4216 to others like the PC Omnijig or Leigh D4R except to say that it is much less expensive and works very well. The big limitation, mentioned by most reviewers, is the 12" workpiece limit and fixed DT spacing. Actually, you can cut longer pieces by using the templates out of the jig. (I have not had to do this yet, but it seems straightforward.) Through DT would be especially easy to cut this way. You can also use the templates on a router table. The fixed spacing is a fact, but I decided that variable spacing was not worth the extra bother in setting up the jig, and the large price increase. I prefer box (finger) joints for most of my drawer side/back joints, and fixed box joints are standard. You can break the fixed DT pattern by skipping a position. Anyway, I am not interested in fooling my clients, and the real sign of hand-cut DT is pins that are narrower than a router bit. The 4216 is a heavy, durable tool, with steel body and heavy aluminum templates. It comes with everything you need to use it except a router and a 1/2" straight bit, which is needed for box (finger) joints. You need a router that will accept both 1/2" and 1/4" bits and the Porter-Cable style guide bushings. It comes assembled (for half-blind DT) and works out of the box with minor tweaking, The instructions are so complete that they are actually a bit confusing, but once you go ahead and cut some test pieces, the instructions become very clear. There is no dust collection as far as I know, but the geometry of the jig puts the shavings on the floor and on your apron, so cleanup is not that difficult. Note that I said shavings. The bits come very sharp. Finally, I chose the 4216 (with three templates) instead of smaller kits because I wanted the versatility of half-blind, through, and mini joints, and it was a bit cheaper to buy all three at once. I will continue to cut half-blind DT by hand for top-line drawer fronts but this jig will serve me very well for other DT work. I have always cut box joints on a table saw, but this jig offers an excellent alternative if I don't want to tie up my table saw.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Get's the job done, saves time!!
*by R***. on April 4, 2024*

Very sturdy construction. This comes with 3 templates that allows multiple types of dovetail and finger joints. The clamps hold the work piece securely. I've seen some criticisms of the complexity of operation. But once you learn the parts names, and their functions, following the instructions to achieve excellent results is simple. There is a learning curve, but worth the effort. I got great results on the first try, and continued use got me even better results. This jig gives me better joints than I can do by hand, in the fraction of time. And the way it's designed, it makes precision results very repeatable.

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