UJK Parf Guide System - Overview

The PGS provides a quick and easy method of laying out 20mm holes at near CNC accuracy. You can then use the Veritas Parf Dogs with your track saw to make perfect right angle or 45 degree cuts.
With the PGS you can make as many custom bench tops, track saw cutting stations or portable cutting boards as your work requires - an invaluable tool to take on site or have in your workshop.

[@arnefallen2949]

Very smart to use the old 3-4-5 triangle as the basis for the hole making. Thanks for bringing this piece of kit into the market.

[@pedrosoto1253]

Hundreds of people asking, nah! that was only me asking about the hole pattern time and again... I'm speechless. THAT'S BRILLIANT! You know I've got access to a CNC at work, with this jig I don't have to ask favors to use the machine for personal stuff. I believe that taking time and being careful you can make the perfect pattern. And I'll be "greedily" waiting to see what other jigs you'll make with "hole pattern". Thank you Peter for all the work and thought you put on it. I am impressed. "Chapeau" my friend. As always GREAT JOB. Pedro.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Pedro Soto Hi Pedro, What a kind and thoughtful person you are. I am sorry that I had to keep all this a secret for so long but every single piece had to be perfect. You are right about the accuracy which I hope is clear to see in the videos. I have a few bits of video work to do not related to the PGS but I will be doing some PGS "Xtras" showing some jigs and things very soon. Many thanks, Peter

[@mattro4902]

Peter, I purchased the Parf Guide System from a dealer stateside and I must say, I am absolutely delighted with it! The accuracy is DEAD ON! I used it to make a Stanton Bench and it came out perfect. Love it. Thanks!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Matt, I am really pleased that you are happy with the system. It took a huge amount of development to get things perfect. I started with wooden mock-ups, then aluminium ones and 3 years later the finished system. I wonder whether you would be happy to leave a review on the product page of the Axminster web sit or (if it is possible) on the web site of the company that you bought it from? It would really help others thinking about buying the system. Cheers. Peter

[@mattro4902]

New Brit Workshop Not a problem and I'll tell you what, I'll post a review on both so the word spreads further. Have a great week!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Brilliant - many thanks. Peter

[@terryhackney6797]

From the first time I saw this video, I looked forward to the day I could add it to my workshop. I just ordered my PGS, and I can hardly wait for it to arrive. Thanks so much, Peter, for a brilliant product and an excellent channel!!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Many thanks for this. When you get it remember to drill the 3 mm holes all the way through your bench material. Also, the 3 mm pins only need to go in 6 mm (or 1/4") into the holes. Good luck. Peter

[@terryhackney6797]

I'll do that, Peter. Thanks for the advice! It shipped from Lee Valley (I'm in the US) and will arrive on Tuesday. I'll work on my cutting station Tuesday evening.

[@johnhamilton1429]

Peter, wonderful tool...easy to understand...easy to use...I hope they'll be available soon in the U S. I definitely want to own one!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+John Hamilton Hi John, There are quite a few going to the US right now. The shipping costs are really low - less than £10 I am told from one US buyer. Peter

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Everyone, You can now order from the Axminster web site www.axminster.co.uk/ujk-technology-parf-guide-system-102278 . The Part Number is 102278. It may show as "Out of Stock" but you can put it in your basket and order it. Peter

[@ronsmith2464]

Thanks again Peter for a excellent video. I will be buying this after xmas for sure

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Axminster have just announced a competition open to all PGS owners anywhere in the world. There are two ways to find the detail...Go to the page on the Axminster web site: www.axminster.co.uk/promos/parf-guide-system-competition or via the Festool Owners' Group (FOG): festoolownersgroup.com/festool-sales-dealer-area/win-over-80-worth-of-accessories-for-the-parf-guide-system-50261/ Good luck everyone. Peter

[@TonyStrongman]

I've watched your videos regarding this system with wonder and was extremely impressed with the 0.2mm/m accuracy achieved with the TS55. I had to shop around a little but have managed to order the full system with dogs from Axminster and another Ebay seller. Hopefully I can get going on this tomorrow evening if the weather holds and the delivery arrives :)You look like a proud father in the videos and rightly so! Hopefully I can share my results when I get mine up and running.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Tony, Many thanks for the kind words. I hope that the dogs you bought from ebay are the genuine Veritas ones made by Lee Valley as no other make is suitable. I look forward to your report ! Good luck. Peter

[@TonyStrongman]

Me too, The description checks out but it's a copy/paste job from the Veritas site... the advertised part numbers all match up, etc... paid over the odds for the small ones but hey ho! They've been posted already so whatever else the seller is prompt :)

[@TonyStrongman]

+New Brit Workshop (Peter) Update... Everything turned up today :) hopefully we'll get better weather in the South over the weekend for me to have a play. I should note the eBay small dogs were proper Veritas ones and fit in the jig perfectly. As a tip to anyone reading and finding them on eBay too... Check the guys website as the small dogs are "Correctly" priced there. I paid over the odds but got a business card in the parcel telling me the website is cheaper. Sorry no free advertising :)

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Excellent result. Good luck with the weather. One point that I have not made in any video (yet) and I will correct this soon - the 3 mm guide pins do not have to be pushed all the way in up to the hilt - just about 6 - 7 mm so that they register the position of the Parf Stick or the 20 mm Guide. Peter

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Many thanks Tony. Peter

[@RobRobertson1000]

Brilliant Peter, good on you for sticking it out and getting it to market.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Rob, Thank you, not many people realise just how tough a journey these things can be. However, I have to congratulate Axminster for putting their faith in me and giving me the time to fine tune the design. Cheers. Peter

[@brightest07]

amazing, will be ordering one for sure when its time to build track saw table

[@itzmeagain8011]

Very nice thanks Peter. Looks like everyone should have this kit.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Itz MeAgain I have no doubt about that at all. Even if you only expect to produce one custom top a year it makes sense but what nobody has yet seen are all the other things that the PGS can do. I will make a video about some of these a little later but for now let me say that jig work and custom clamping options are about to get a new lease of life ! Peter

[@ronanoconnell4058]

Great stuff Peter, not only great tips but your saving me money not having to buy the mft for now.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+ronan o connell I hope you will use the money saved to buy some other fabulous Festool bit of kit ! Peter

[@ronanoconnell4058]

+New Brit Workshop (Peter) Oh I will, good news on the PDC drill I have to return. Epper in Germany are going to replace the drill with a brand new unit. I'm really happy with my CTL SYS with the dust extractor attachment .. I dont know how I worked without it before because of the time saved cleaning up and keeping the customers home dust free, brilliant piece of kit. Ronan

[@ronanoconnell4058]

+New Brit Workshop (Peter) Oh I will, good news on the PDC drill I have to return. Epper in Germany are going to replace the drill with a brand new unit. I'm really happy with my CTL SYS with the dust extractor attachment .. I dont know how I worked without it before because of the time saved cleaning up and keeping the customers home dust free, brilliant piece of kit. Ronan

[@DalyMalcolm]

Well done Peter on producing a brilliant product. I'm really impressed! I'll be buying a set for sure 😊👍

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Malcolm Daly Hi Malcolm - thank you very much my friend. Peter

[@roseironworks1393]

Peter, well what can i say... firstly axminster tools are fantastic.. always look forward to a visit to the nuneaton store... and this jig system may well be my next purchase. I already have the pocket hole jig which is excellent... Always first class service and great staff too!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Rigger Chris Hi Chris, I agree with everything you say about Axminster. With the introduction of any new product they bring the manufacturer or designer down to run staff training. I did three sessions with some super people, many of whom will be manning (personing ?) the telephone sales, technical help lines and warehouse. That is great attention to detail. I would order online as sales are going rather fast and Nuneaton may have to wait a little for some stock. Peter

[@geoffmeston1814]

great stuff Peter! I will be ordering one!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Geoff Meston Hi Geoff, well done - you will need the small Veritas Parf Dogs too. Peter

[@geoffmeston1814]

+New Brit Workshop (Peter) I already have them in anticipation of getting the track saw :) (StuffiMade)

[@geoffmeston1814]

+Geoff Meston ordered, but i had to be persistent as they were keen for me to wait until it was in stock and on the site...

[@fwanknmt]

I just received this amazing jig and I think i'm about to go HAM and drill 20mm holes on every vertical and horizontal surface in my work shop. The accuracy has been amazing, I took my time and drilled a reasonably large array of 8 x 12 holes into my new workbench top, and I can confirm the accuracy parf advertises. I have a little feedback: the 3mm pin heads are tough on the fingers even with gloves. I suggest either adding some cushioning or enlarging the head of the pins so one can get a good grasp on them while removing them from the bench. Other than that, amazing work.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Colin, Brilliant - thank you so much for the feedback. The 3 mm pins do not need to go all the way in as long as they register the Parf Stick in place but I think that you are right that they could be improved. Thank you again - how about putting a review on the Axminster web site ? Cheers. Peter

[@fwanknmt]

Yup, I learned that immediately after bottoming out the pin head during my initial use--it's extremely difficult to remove a bottomed out pin from the bench top. However, the sticks / guide bar do feel extremely solid with the pins bottomed out. This _may_ be a good way to further increase the accuracy if you / UJK can figure out a way to make removing the pin easier on the finger tips. Perhaps some sort of extraction tool that pulls the pin up at a perfect 90 degrees. Making a larger knob could enable someone to gain too much leverage and bend a fully seated pin--dunno. Thanks again, I'll leave a review.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Cheers Colin. Peter

[@harrisedgar]

Beautiful system... Thank you...

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Axminster now has the PGS back in stock. Peter

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Everyone, It will take a day or two for this to be on the Axminster web site but you can phone the call centre to reserve your system now. Peter

[@antonoat]

Excellent demonstration Peter and a fab product, maybe in future we should all refer to you as Mr Parfagoras, lol. All the best tony

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Tony - I love it. Thank you so much - it reminds me of sitting with my 18 month old son in our house in Canada watching Sesame Street - but that was 35 years ago ! Peter

[@eaglecot]

That's clever. Looks legit. I do object to the music at the end though.

[@ChristopherMCraig]

The end music is my favorite part. I love the anomaly of it.

[@atlas227428]

So to be clear I will be able to duplicate the pattern of holes that occur in the Festool MFT 3? 7 holes on the narrow edge and 11 on the longer edge? Are there instructions for doing this vs other layouts?

[@NewBritWorkshop]

I have plans available for MFT and tracksaw cutting station layouts. All my plans are available free of charge but in order to get plans I need your email address. To find my email address go to my main KZbin page, click the "About" tab and that leads to my email address. I am told this has to be done on a PC. Please state which plans you need in your email. Peter

[@DiHandley]

Perfect! I am just about to do this exact procedure but I wasn't quite sure how to do it. Do you think that they will send to Australia?

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+David Handley Hi David, Yes, I expect they will - contact their export sales people - [e-mail] Peter

[@DiHandley]

New Brit Workshop. Thanks Peter.

[@tedh3427]

Hello Peter. I have the Mark 2 version. This is an amazing tool that you have created. The tolerance on this tool is incredibly tight. with that said, the check that you run at the 4 minute mark in your video has been off by a smidge. In other words, I'm unable to seat the two pins on this horizontal line in the two times I've tried. I think the tolerance is so tight that the overlap of the parf sticks are making the hypotenuse just shy of 10. I overlap the hypotenuse stick on each side which probably pulls each side to the center by a hair. Have you noticed this? In the end, this is an incredible system you have created.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Ted, Sorry for the delay replying - I am house hunting. Please contact Axminster Customer Services by email or telephone as they can give you direct advice about this. It can be easily corrected. Please let me know if you have any problems after that. Peter

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Ted, Having thought about this a little more I think that you may have allowed a bit of error to creep in during the early part of the 3 mm drilling. Can you confirm that you are using the original Parf Guide System? Peter

[@tedh3427]

Hello Peter. I’m using the Mark 2 system. I can’t imagine making a mistake on the first horizontal row. After the first row, i created the two outer columns. I overlapped the hypotenuse part stick on both triangles. The first check is where it barely fails. If you could show how your pins go in on that first check, that would convince me that I’m either doing something wrong or my part sticks are faulty. NOTE: this is my second set of parf sticks as the first pair were warped.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Did you clamp the Parf Stick in place as you drilled the very first row and did you start that row by drilling a hole at each end and putting a 3 mm pin in straight away? Peter

[@tedh3427]

yes i did Peter. I did notice in another video, 'Matt' put the pins in the parf stick first and then inserted the pin in the drilled hole, where I laid the parf stick down and tried to insert the pin in the parf stick and the hole. hmmm. Do you recommend putting the pin in the stick first and then inserting it into the 3mm hole?

[@geoffmeston1814]

Hi Peter, What is the optimum size for the MDF piece? Is there a better type of MDF or is it all pretty much the same? Thanks Geoff

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Geoff Meston Hi Geoff, Yesterday we did a tiny piece about 700 mm x 400 mm. My track saw cutting station is about 1100 mm x 1800 mm. The largest span (row wise) of holes that I would recommend is 11 plus 4 either side which makes 19 holes or 18 lots of 96 mm in between. Technically one could have the same maximum for the column dimension but that actually makes it difficult to clamp the Parf Sticks for the first square as shown in the videos. So I would say that the practical column max is 13 holes (1152 mm) which with a margin of 50 mm is your standard 1220 mm width of a sheet. This can be increased if you have some of those long reach clamps. For MDF I recommend Moisture Resistant (MR) MDF as it has a hard outer layer which is great for track saw work. HDF (CNC grade) is also excellent. The special 20 mm cutters handles both of these extremely well. Peter

[@markfday]

Thanks for the collaboration with Axminster Peter to market a cost effective alternative to the MFT that's reusable time & time again. On a side note I've been trying to coax Axminster in producing blank zero clearance inserts for their range of trade series table saws but not had any traction from them, just wondered if this idea could be pursued through you although I'm aware I think you only own the Festool table that accepts the TS saw?

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Mark Day Hi Mark, You are right, I just have the CMS-TS so cannot help there. Thank you for the encouraging comments. Peter

[@stephenhone7229]

Should there be any play at all in the bush guide and the shaft of the 20mm cutter?

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Stephen, There has to be a tiny bit otherwise it will not run. However, if it seems stiff then it may be that you need to try to get it lined up a little more accurately as you slide it into the guide bush. You must put a dash of oil on the shaft of the cutter before it goes into the bush (and again if you move it from one bush to another). The is a very slim chance that there might be a burr on the lip of the bush so try it in the other one to check or feed it in the wrong way for a test. If you really feel that there is a problem with the equipment delivered then please do not hesitate for one second to contact the Axminster support team. Please keep me informed of progress and I will do everything that I can to help. Peter

[@michaelmazzen]

Amazing and so clever ! no need for a bushing when making the 3mm holes ? just thinking you need to be pretty straight on with the drill - but maybe thats no big deal in practice ? Have been wanting to make my own mft for some time now - will def be getting one of these kits at some point -

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+michaelmazzen The steel rules are hardened steel and so will not wear very easily. The 3 mm drill guide does a very reasonable job. Peter

[@williba24]

Could you ask the makers to turn the chuck end of the 20mm cutter down to 15mm as I am sick of filing down burs on the shaft so I can remove it from the jig. I do not have the luxury of a Festool drill with removable chuck.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Brian, It sounds as though you have one of the original 20 mm cutters. I still use mine as well. The new 20 mm cutter has a hex end which is also Centrotec compatible. Peter

[@williba24]

OK another visit to Axminster coming on.

[@horolog-uj8qs]

The guide holes are 3mm, the finished holes are 20mm - so why the layout grid is 96mm and not 100mm? I think we are in Europe and don't use this irregular imperialistic inches...

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+horolog 3800 It is historical. My early worked used 1m lengths for the Parf Sticks and then we ended up using 1m rules for the final prototypes. With my 1m blank I went in 20 mm from each end and then divided the remaining space into 10 - hence 96 mm. You can also divide 96 by 2 and get an integer result more times than you can with 100. Peter

[@horolog-uj8qs]

+New Brit Workshop (Peter) thank you - this convinces me. Steel scales are sold in length of 1 m and not 1,04 m.!

[@joestafford6255]

Amazing design as always Peter. Way to go! Do you know if Axeminster has any plans of getting a North American (Canadian) distributor for this product?

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Joe Stafford Hi Joe, That is being worked on now but in the meantime Axminster will deliver to NA. Many thanks. Peter

[@wrangler10]

Why the price almost doubled in 2 years?Thats insane.They only added the 2 small bench dogs

[@NewBritWorkshop]

The initial price was at a loss in order to introduce the system. You have neglected to spot that there have been several other improvements including the oil-less bearings and the improved Parf Sticks. On top of all of that you have to understand that this took 3 years of development and that will take at least 2 more years to offset. In the meantime further improvements are being examined and if these are considered to be successful then that continued development will be paid for by future sales. Forgive me, if you have ever developed a new product and brought it to market, as I am sure that you would understand all of this. Peter

[@fazmanicg]

Will they be available for purchase in the US? - Great Idea!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Peter DeFazio Yes, The North American options are being looked at very closely right now and in the meantime Axminster will ship to NA. Peter

[@martijnfransen9933]

a really nice tool Peter. The price however is too hgh for me..unfortunately..

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Martijn Fransen Hi Martijn, Sorry about that but the PGS will do many hundreds of tops whereas just one CNC top could cost about the same. Peter

[@martijnfransen9933]

I can't have it always my way of course. I had one other question. The holes are obviously perfectly squared towards each other. The holes might not be squared in relation to the edge (of course visually they will be).I was thinking if you would widen one of the rulers to the width of the first row and have small angle you could also use the factory edge of the mdf..the other ruler would need to be flat of course. Anyway just thinking out loud . It a very nice tool Peter!

[@pedrosoto1253]

+Martijn Fransen What if you do the hole pattern and after, using the parf dogs, you put your straight edge against it (if necessary put a 4 square piece of wood in between) and cut with the circular saw near the edge, that way that edge will be parallel to the holes. Do so on all four sides and you got it. Cheers

[@martijnfransen9933]

+Pedro Soto ofcourse I didn't think of that ...much easier of course

[@ben_r_]

Soooo.... would this still be useful if you already have the LR 32 system?

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Ben, Yes, without a doubt as it is the most accurate non CNC method of producing a pattern of 20 mm holes. Peter

[@dmaifred]

Hello, Looks fantastic! Do you have a click-link for link for pricing and purchase? how much is it? congratulations on a well engineered product. Might make a good base for a vacuum sanding station?

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Dodgys No link yet as it goes up on the Axminster website in the next 48 hours. You can order by telephone right now. I would advise everyone to do this as the demand is already raising some eyebrows ! Peter

[@graycbr600]

how would you use this to be perfect setup with the UJK Technology Multifunction Workbench ,as there tops seem to be the same setup as this ????

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Graham, The Parf Guide System is designed to allow you to create a pattern of perfectly spaced 20 mm holes in a bare work top. If the UJK Multifunction top has holes already then it is too late ! The PGS works with bare tops. Peter

[@graycbr600]

UJK do a bare top but I'm planning to use Medite Premium MDF so planning to use your system if its possible to match the holes ?

[@NewBritWorkshop]

You can position the holes quite carefully by doing some measurements and planning your layout. Then to start things off drill your first 3 mm hole freehand exactly where you need it to be. The rest should then be easy. Peter

[@jimmymack9440]

I love Peters vids... however I'm not too sure about this product...without appearing insincere...IMHO it's a little expensive and time consuming and... if you go wrong halfway through? ...D'oh! Go to a CNC shop and get them to do it for you, it'll be perfect every time! You could even do a couple of panels. It wouldn't require a lot of know how to draw up the file in Adobe illustrator and export as a DXF ...even if the CNC shop has to draw it up , once it's on their system next time it'll be quicker (and Cheaper) and you can spend your time doing something useful.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Jimmy Rivers Hi Jimmy, I have taken everyone through it very slowly I agree but it is simple stuff and not beyond even a novice woodworker. Take a look at this kzbin.info/www/bejne/in3CfnljqppqoKs Peter

[@jimmymack9440]

+New Brit Workshop (Peter) It looks to be a well designed product that works, is easy to use and does the job. However, I'm just not convinced it's necessary... it's a bit like an office buying a machine to make paper clips. Perhaps the hobbiest with time and an interest in drilling lots of holes will be interested... but anyone who makes a living from woodworking? It may do well, I hope so, as you've clearly put a lot of time and effort in. Best of luck :)

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Jimmy Rivers Hi Jimmy, You may be discounting the guys who like an accurate slab of MDF for site work. Also, with the PGS in the back of the van you can make a quick track saw cutting station in 10 minutes. Peter

[@ryyggin]

Cant help think all the vids are just Axminster Festool adverts.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+ryyggin I do not follow the logic. I bought most of my Festool kit years ago. The videos are shot in my workshop. There is no advantage to Axminster in me showing off Festool - they also sell all of the other major brands. Peter

[@hgohlke]

You are fastastic:) Producing Tons and Tons of relevant content on youtube and you are criticing Peter Who is producing this wonderfull educational show!!!

[@ryyggin]

+Henning Gohlke www.axminster.co.uk/ujk-technology-professional-cast-iron-router-table-top-502535 Just saying.

[@xrateduser]

can I get this in the US?

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Yes, through Lee Valley. Peter

[@jeanaimarre8068]

Super product but, for me and other woodworker I know, it's really too expansive. Not sure that this commercial strategy for the price will be the best...

[@NewBritWorkshop]

+Jean Aimarre Hi Jean, There will be some people who cannot afford one but there are possibilities for members of a woodworkers' club or group to buy one and share it. The price is actually very keen as it has taken 3 years of development and is less than the cost of one replacement bench top from well known manufacturers. The high demand also indicates that Axminster have done a great job honing the price down and taking a long term view of the market. Peter

[@jeanaimarre8068]

+New Brit Workshop (Peter) you re right Peter. I think the best way is to share the tool. But it limits the possibilities for the woodworker who can t share.

[@jeanaimarre8068]

+New Brit Workshop (Peter) hope this product will have good sales cause I m sure it s a good tool

[@bobrambo6900]

+New Brit Workshop (Peter) hi peter just ordered the parf guide system10 minutes ago on line its out of stock at the minute but itll be worth the wait im surprised some people have complained about the price I and my son are both kitchen fitters so the cost is reduced to half straight away for his folding bench and mine and even more so for future replacement tops ive been using your parf dogs for a while now which are great by the way we made are own folding workbenches what a brilliant bit of kit they are so simple and cheap to make and will be even better with the parf guide system ill send some pics of the folding benches we made im sure you will see how useful especially for site work they are !

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Bob, Well done. I am sorry about the delay in getting your order completed - things have just gone too well ! Axminster are really pulling out all the stops and so all I can do is reassure people that everyone is doing their best. I would love to see pictures or even a video of the setup that you and your son use. Cheers. Peter