Manufacture of furniture involves the use of various types of fasteners, the quality of which determines the reliability, durability and strength of products. Recently, buyers prefer an eccentric screed for furniture, and manufacturers are praising in every possible way when advertising their products. It has a good effect on the quality of the structure, hiding the attachment points and other flaws without ruining the design. In addition, the use of an eccentric tie allows you to assemble and disassemble the structure many times, and at the same time its connections retain their strength for a long time.
Species diversity of mounts
The components of the eccentric coupler are posts, futorki and eccentric. According to the manufacturer, the screeds are divided into the following types:
- Minifix, which is used to mount furniture made from laminated chipboard. If the furniture needs to be disassembled and reassembled frequently, then this variant of the screed is the best fit. The minifix is easy to install if the furniture is sold with the minifixes already installed. This designable to withstand many stages of assembly and disassembly. Due to the hidden fasteners, the screed looks very aesthetically pleasing.
- Fittings for fastening Rondofix. As for the assembly, the rondofix and the previous version are similar to each other in terms of the installation principle.
- Eccentric coupler for furniture rafiks. Installing a rafix screed is much easier than a minifix. Its installation is convenient, and everything looks much more attractive.
What you need to know before buying a furniture tie?
To choose the right screed for furniture, you need to know exactly how the products differ from each other. When installing eccentric ties, you need to know that the parts have:
- different eccentric diameter and height;
- different rack lengths;
- two types of mounts;
- differ in the type of futorka.
You also need to thoroughly study the principle of the connector. It is necessary that the head of the rod pass through a special hole that is located on the main element. When the head is inside, you need to carefully install an eccentric on it, when turning it, all the parts will gradually approach each other and then connect.
Advantages and disadvantages of this type of attachment
The main advantages of the eccentric tie are as follows:
- Economical version of the tie, because it is used many times.
- Simple and easy installation, no need to call the masters, it is quite possible to do all the work yourself.
- Finished furniture gets stiffer.
- Due to the fact that the screed hides problem areas and does not leave damage to the furniture, the finished structure looks aesthetically pleasing and attractive.
Also, the eccentric coupler has some disadvantages that are unlikely to be significant:
- Such designs are not affordable for everyone.
- Long service life leads to loose fasteners.
Using a tie will allow you to firmly connect all the necessary elements and structural details, so take a closer look at this option.
Installation of the coupler
How to install furniture eccentric tie? Almost everyone knows this, since this type is not so rarely used. Most often, using an eccentric screed, tabletops are attached to tables made of fibreboard, chest of drawers and wardrobe components.
When connecting the structural parts of this kind of tie, it is important to respect the dimensions of the installation. If it is mounted correctly, then all the elements will reliably and firmly hold together for more than a dozen years. The installation dimensions of all types of couplers are the same, only the parameters of the stem differ. Particular attention should be paid to the installation of the stem: if the part is tightened too much, the eccentric will not turn. If you don't screw it up, you won't be able to assemble the structure.
Before installing the eccentric tie, remember that all installation work must be carried out in stages.
Markup undercoupler
In order for the grooves made for the mount to be accurate, it is necessary to carefully make the markup. With the help of an ordinary ruler and a pencil, do it yourself. All parts must be folded exactly on top of each other and draw marks. To make markings, use a special stencil for an eccentric screed. It allows you to more accurately mark the canvas without making mistakes.
Screed additive
The most difficult and crucial stage in the assembly of furniture is the additive for the screed. When the markup is applied, it is important to make the holes correctly and accurately. To perform an additive, you will need:
- two drills;
- electromill.
This is all you need to work together to install fasteners to connect furniture parts together and securely fasten them for safe operation.
If there is no electric cutter, you can use a hand cutter, drill or screwdriver. The eccentric turnbuckle drill must have the same diameter as the stem. To fix most rods, a drill with a diameter of five millimeters is used. If the stem is reduced, then it is better to use a six-millimeter drill. Installation of the eccentric requires the use of a cutter with a fifteen-millimeter drill.
Often the holes are made by hand using a jig to drill an eccentric brace. In this case, you will have to use a drill and a wood drill.
To make markings and holes using a ready-made jig, you need to install it on a work surface. Thenyou need to make a hole corresponding to the diameter of the part. After that, a pin is placed in the conductor for marking and a hole is drilled for the stem.
Eccentric tie is a common and reliable type of fastener. If you study the above features, advantages and disadvantages, you can avoid the mistakes that appear when choosing it and in the course of work. When buying a screed, it should be understood that this is one of the most important and significant elements of furniture, which helps to create an effort between structural elements. Thanks to this, the furniture becomes more durable and resistant to stress.
