Woodpeckers FHG Freehand Guard

If you're doing freehand routing, you know how tricky it can be to start the cut. Router bits tend to spin the board and gouge the wrong edge when you start the cut. This often results in damage to your carefully shaped furniture parts. Starting Pins can help you gain control but don't offer dust collection or protection from flying chips. The new Woodpecker Freehand Guard covers that wide open bit, gives you two optional fulcrum points and provides a dust collection port that works with shop vacs or dust collectors.

The Freehand Guard serves three purposes; first it provides a fulcrum to start your cut, second a dust port for a hose hook up and third a shield to keep chips from flying up into your face. (The shield is not a substitute for goggles.)

Our new Freehand Guard attaches directly to any Woodpecker Router Plate or Lift. Two knobs make it simple and fast to install or remove. It's also adaptable to other brand plates by simply drilling two holes and using the included alternate attachment screws. (Instructions included.)

The Freehand Guard is made up of a laminated birch base, a phenolic top plate, an acrylic shield with a combination 2-1/2” – 2-1/4” dust port.

Accommodates materials up to 1-1/2” in thickness.

Additional Info

• **Starting Freehand Routing Cuts**: Provides a stable fulcrum point for initiating cuts, reducing the risk of damaging furniture parts due to spinning or gouging.
• **Dust Collection**: Offers an efficient way to connect to shop vacs or dust collectors, keeping the work area clean and reducing cleanup time.
• **Safety from Flying Chips**: Acts as a shield against wood chips and debris flying towards the user, though it's recommended to still wear goggles for eye protection.
• **Compatibility and Easy Installation**: Can be attached to any Woodpecker Router Plate or Lift, with options for adapting to other brands, making it versatile for different workshop setups.
• **Material Thickness Accommodation**: Suitable for working with materials up to 1-1/2 inches thick, providing flexibility for various project requirements.
• **Enhanced Control and Precision**: Helps in gaining better control over the routing process, leading to more precise cuts and finishes on woodworking projects.
• **Protection for Delicate Workpieces**: Minimizes the risk of damaging delicate or intricately shaped pieces during the routing process.
• **Workshop Efficiency**: Streamlines the routing process by integrating dust collection and safety features, leading to a more efficient workflow.