Installing adjustable shelf pins consistency is key. text & photos by tom hintz adjustable shelving is a common feature of virtually any type of cabinet and a simple way to increase the versatility of the project.. Watch the video below for a demo on how to create the perfect shelf pin holes.. When drilling holes in cabinets or bookcases for adjustable shelf pins, you need to use a template to make sure the holes are level and a stop on the drill so the holes are drilled to the proper depth..
Includes shelf-pin jig, locating pin, jig extender, 1/4-inch drill bit, depth collar, allen wrench, instruction manual, and four 1/4-inch shelf pins dual position and adjustable 1-inch and 2-inch fence with standard hole spacing of 32 mm and a standard hole size of 1/4-inch also sold separately 5 mm hole size. There are alternate types of shelf bracket pins that are designed to keep the pin at 90 degrees to the side wall thus keeping it from torquing out of the hole. here is a picture of one type that i have used in the past with good success. you should be able to easily use your existing cabinet and bracket holes with this alternate type of bracket.. The cabinetmate has a rigid main body, indexing pins and a self-centering, spring-loaded drill bit. the custom spring-loaded-brad point drill bit allows the holes you drill to self-center with the holes on the main body. this bit is pre-set to bore a crisp hole with consistent depth for a perfect fitting shelf pin..
