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RYOBI 6 Amp Biscuit Joiner (Factory Blemished)

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Direct Tools Outlet has RYOBI 6 Amp Biscuit Joiner (Factory Blemished) on sale for $44.99. Choose free store pickup where available.
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Features:
  • 6 Amp motor delivers up to 11,000 RPM
  • Cutter depth adjustment with positive stops for #0, #10 and #20 biscuits
  • Cuts angles from 0°-135° with positive stops at 0°, 45°, 90° and 135°
  • Accurate metal fences with rack-and-pinion adjustment
Included:
  • Biscuit Joiner
  • Dust Bag
  • #10 Biscuits

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  • About this deal:
    • Limited time only, while supplies last
  • About this product:
    • Direct Tools Outlet extended warranty: All Ryobi Factory Blemished Portable Power Tools and Bench/Stationary tools are covered by a 3-year warranty.
  • About this store:
    • Direct Tools Outlet return policy here

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Direct Tools Outlet has RYOBI 6 Amp Biscuit Joiner (Factory Blemished) on sale for $44.99. Choose free store pickup where available.
  • Note, availability for store pickup may vary by location.
Thanks to community member dcalhoun122089 for finding this deal.

Features:
  • 6 Amp motor delivers up to 11,000 RPM
  • Cutter depth adjustment with positive stops for #0, #10 and #20 biscuits
  • Cuts angles from 0°-135° with positive stops at 0°, 45°, 90° and 135°
  • Accurate metal fences with rack-and-pinion adjustment
Included:
  • Biscuit Joiner
  • Dust Bag
  • #10 Biscuits

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Limited time only, while supplies last
  • About this product:
    • Direct Tools Outlet extended warranty: All Ryobi Factory Blemished Portable Power Tools and Bench/Stationary tools are covered by a 3-year warranty.
  • About this store:
    • Direct Tools Outlet return policy here

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miuwu
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After watching this, I will stick with pocket holes jig for now

https://youtu.be/HEHXuoU-CLM
BloodGain
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I suspected it would be that video! FWIW, Steve walks back his opinion a bit in a video a week later:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aO6eETepMGg
dcalhoun122089
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One slight correction is all three sizes of biscuits (#0, #10, #20) are the same thickness, but overall great informative response! The Length and width are what get larger (not thicker or thinner). Since they are all the same thickness the same blade on the biscuit joiner can be used, just set to a difference depth into the board that it cuts to use different biscuit sizes. It is always best to use the largest biscuit that will fit your work.

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jeff34270
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Quote from keithjo :
Good video. Once I pick this up I'll have both. For $45 I can see using both for different situations.
Use both together - biscuits to align the joint, pocket screws to keep it together while the glue dries.
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tomberrr
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Quote from jeff34270 :
Use both together - biscuits to align the joint, pocket screws to keep it together while the glue dries.
I'll be joining 1.5" butcher block countertops together really soon. I have a pocket hole jig but was wondering what the best way would be to make sure the alignment is as close perfect as possible. Would you use both methods in this case?
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JYOSS
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Quote from tomberrr :
I'll be joining 1.5" butcher block countertops together really soon. I have a pocket hole jig but was wondering what the best way would be to make sure the alignment is as close perfect as possible. Would you use both methods in this case?
Ultimately, a good dose of Titebond III (on properly jointed edges) will be stronger than screws. Personally, as I have the necessary clamps, I'd prefer biscuits, glue, and clamps. As you suggested, you run the risk of shifting the alignment of your joints with screws.
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Quote from tomberrr :
I'll be joining 1.5" butcher block countertops together really soon. I have a pocket hole jig but was wondering what the best way would be to make sure the alignment is as close perfect as possible. Would you use both methods in this case?
It'd be a good option - especially if it wood be difficult in your scenario to use cauls, clamps, or whatever to keep the surface perfectly aligned while screwing. That slight angle of pocket holes can be quite damnable at times.

Another option to look into wood be dowels. They actually add some strength to the joint. Or if money is no object, the Festool Domino.
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JYOSS
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Quote from jeff34270 :
It'd be a good option - especially if it wood be difficult in your scenario to use cauls, clamps, or whatever to keep the surface perfectly aligned while screwing. That slight angle of pocket holes can be quite damnable at times.

Another option to look into wood be dowels. They actually add some strength to the joint. Or if money is no object, the Festool Domino.
Now that's what I want! Though $1k+ is a serious chunk of change for something getting limited mileage lol
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NukinFuts
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Quote from JYOSS :
Now that's what I want! Though $1k+ is a serious chunk of change for something getting limited mileage lol
Maybe a local high school has such a big $$ rig?

..... Technical school??
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Yacko_75
Feb 8, 2021
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I have this and while it takes some time to get used to the one screw for tightening and adjusting the height of the cut location is a pain in the ass. Get it centered and then tighten it and it moves. It is nice to get things aligned on one side but make sure you mark and do the same side of the board. Once you get used to it, its great of large glue ups of large surfaces. Such as tables, I haven't had great luck on using it on corners and such but each person might have better luck than I did as I'm far from adept at using this thing.

Bottom Line: Great deal on this tool save your money now as the price of lumber is crazy high and you will need it to buy actual lumber.
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tomberrr
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Quote from JYOSS :
Now that's what I want! Though $1k+ is a serious chunk of change for something getting limited mileage lol
Lol yes 1k+ makes me not even having to research the Festool Domino!

Thanks everyone and thank you OP for posting the deal. I'm going to order one. Can't have the wife complaining about a tiny misalignment.
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JYOSS
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Quote from tomberrr :
Lol yes 1k+ makes me not even having to research the Festool Domino!

Thanks everyone and thank you OP for posting the deal. I'm going to order one. Can't have the wife complaining about a tiny misalignment.
You failed to initially disclose the last part...would've settled the discussion much quicker lol
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank BloodGain

Quote from miuwu :
After watching this, I will stick with pocket holes jig for now

https://youtu.be/HEHXuoU-CLM
Quote from keithjo :
Good video. Once I pick this up I'll have both. For $45 I can see using both for different situations.
I suspected it would be that video! FWIW, Steve walks back his opinion a bit in a video a week later:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aO6eETepMGg
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miuwu
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Quote from BloodGain :
I suspected it would be that video! FWIW, Steve walks back his opinion a bit in a video a week later:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aO6eETepMGg
Quote from Steve

"I just blow $156 for a biscuit jointer I rarely use." He was trying to please his subscribers so they don't unsubscribe.
Feb 8, 2021
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Preon
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Quote from tomberrr :
I'll be joining 1.5" butcher block countertops together really soon. I have a pocket hole jig but was wondering what the best way would be to make sure the alignment is as close perfect as possible. Would you use both methods in this case?
In the video the guy shows this, but basically he clamps known straight pieces of wood to the top and bottom (you would be clamping the alignment boards onto the butcher block) , in a few places so that it is perfectly aligned
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paulgoh
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Quote from BloodGain :
I suspected it would be that video! FWIW, Steve walks back his opinion a bit in a video a week later:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aO6eETepMGg
Yes, Steven walked back on his earlier opinion "a bit", so this changes his opinion of the biscuit joiner from "totally useless" to "a bit useful". LMAO
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Keyser_Soze_09
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Quote from dcalhoun122089 :
Does a pocket hole jig give more strength than a biscuit in case of edge to edge (building a countertop with multiple 6" wide boards)? In the video referenced it was more just mentioned that it wasn't worth the cost since other tools/methods could do the same thing. and that edge to edge the glue was strong enough and the biscuit doesn't add any significant strength.
Biscuits are primarily for fast, easy alignment in large glue-ups. Stage all the pieces together, draw a pencil line across the two pieces you're joining, and put the joiner mark right on the pencil mark. Additionally, biscuits are invisible whereas pocket holes are ugly - if you have exposure on both sides (or are very picky), the biscuit would be superior.

I say this as someone who's almost worn out their Porter Cable pocket hole jig, and does not own a biscuit joiner..

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wshtb
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IMHO, for kitchen remodelling, it might be worthwhile to spend the money on a festool domino machine. You get really good result, and a festool domino machine for future projects.

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