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⏱️ Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:13 Cut Circles with a Table Saw
02:48 Cut Circles with a Band Saw
05:02 Cut Circles with a Router
08:47 Cut Circles with a Jigsaw
11:02 Circle Template Routing
11:44 Cut Circles with CNC
12:32 Final Thoughts

6 Ways to Cut Perfect Circles | Circle Cutting Jigs
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[mxpants]

As someone just starting out... Thanks for showing options for folks who don't (yet) have a full set of tools

[chofbrighton]

For a recent project I had to cut 48 circles to make train wheels. I built and utilized a table saw circle cutting jig. This was a lot of work however this method worked well. Appreciate this valuable information you shared. Excellent!

[kz.irudimen]

Pretty comprehensive video, everyone should find a way that works for them in here :) Thanks

[kevinbourke]

Appreciate the clear review of methods… and the ingenuity within the jigsaw approach!

[aarontrujillo]

This is the most comprehensive video on circle cutting in woodworking... and there is a lot of videos, so THANK YOU!!!!

[VitalityMassage]

This for sure answered my question. Thanks.

[saltydawg]

i cut my big circles on the bandsaw first then go around again with my router jig, that cleans up the edge, i usually make circles out of plywood, i cut thin edge banding out of solid wood (soak them and bend them around in a circle and let them dry) then use the circle offcuts with clamps to glue the edge banding in place

[qzwxecrv]

The bandsaw method is great for wide blade options. I have a 2 small band saws and the blade deflection can be an issue.

[chofbrighton]

I've actually never cut circles with a table saw. However I have a little project of making wood wheels for an outdoor large train playset. This method is effective and worked well. Appreciate your sharing your knowledge on this technique. Awesome!

[TheLastPharm]

Really, really good overview of different options available to small shop owners. I loved your tip on making a trough with the router first, then using a jig saw, then finishing with the router. That would be my go to method in most cases. I have good dust extraction here so that's not so much an issue. Great job, my friend 👍

[sparky]

Thank you! Clear and concise for all methods. Well done!

[MCsCreations]

Really great tips, Matt! 😃
Thanks a lot!!!
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[PeteSimpson]

Thank you for this video, I learnt something new today. I'm a home DIYer with a 10x10 work area. I personally use the table saw method (but with a different design of my own making) as I do not have a band saw. 2 years ago I watched lots of videos on how to make circles out of wood and I must say that until 5 minutes ago I've never ever seen the jigsaw method before, that was impressive

Thank you...

[jaykepley]

Great video! I recently cut out a bunch of circles using a Makita palm router. Using an upcut spiral bit and dust collection, there was no dust. I mean zero dust. It surprised me. Really enjoy your channel. One of my very favorites. Happy holidays!

[PCPAyLOAD]

Making a bunch of round candle stands for a client. That Band Saw jig is an excellent time saver. Will definitely be making one thank you!

[cuebj]

A very long time ago, when the world was young, I used the jigsaw method. Score the cut line with your scoring tool held tight by whatever means works for you. Fresh top quality rigid blade. My green Bosch had clear plastic inserts for reducing tear-out, and you could buy packs of replacements. I recently saw a YouTube video about making your own tear-out eliminator. This worked well, even in melamine.
When I got a router, I used that. Until seeing this video, I'd forgotten about the jigsaw. Truth be told, until doing a recent jib for daughter, I'd forgotten I even had the jigsaw!

[michaelcarroll]

Excellent presentation - especially of the ‘no centre hole’ version of the band saw method - really useful. Thank you 👍👏

[TheLaLaFarm]

Enjoyed this video - Nice job. I liked that you explored all the various options. Never seen the table saw method.

[skipanardoross]

I was happy to see others comment on the jig saw & trammel(?) method. Even though he refers to it as a beginner or budget method, my immediate thought was that it is a great idea for anyone that doesn't have CNC. It was good to see I wasn't the only one thinking that way.

[averagejoesworkshop]

Having not watched the whole video yet, I used my Shaper Origin to cut a circle. Then finished it on the bandsaw and flush trim bit. Couple of positives. Any size circle, no hole, dust control, and I used a core box bit to cut a juice groove prior to finishing the main circle cut. Pretty slick, albeit expensive tool.