Outstanding video! I found your video as I was researching the 32 mm system. Sounds like you’re the perfect person to do an in-depth video just on that system. Hope to see one soon!
Just now seeing this. As a retired commercial cabinetmaker it was nice to see someone talking about the 32mm system and the need for accuracy. In the beginning I used my Rockwell tablesaw, an oldie but goodie, to cut the panels. Soon learned that was not nearly accurate enough, so I bought a Holzher vertical panel saw. I see you have a slider, but to me the advantage of loading 2- 3/4" sheets at one time and cutting them standing up is so much easier on the back. And, a smaller footprint in the shop. I almost always had 2 guys at the saw because it saved on their bodies, and really increased production time. Around the same time I bought an edgebander, line boring machine and Blum minipress for hinges. That turned my whole system around and I started real production. However I did not use pocket screws like you do. I had never heard that that method is stronger than straight screwing together. Interesting, I'll have to investigate that, though I've always heard that Castle's drill angle was so much better than anyone elses. Thanks again for the video.
4:08 as far as I remember, in System32 standard, the first holes (they're called system holes) in the row need to be distanced from edge at half of the thickness of the inlayed top or bottom. So, if you're using 16mm melamine board, the first hole needs to be at 8 mm from edge, followed by 32 mm spaced holes, and ending with a similar hole at 8mm from the opposite edge. And the overall height of the cabinet should be n*32 + 8 + 8, where n is the number of holes. You might wonder why we need to space first holes at 8mm. Because they are used as holes for the fasteners like minifix, which are widely used in European cabinet making industry. Pocket screws are not typical for particleboards.
this is only true if you are also doweling your tops and bottoms to the side. In addition, think of the layout / first hole as different religions. there are a number of them, some start at 37, some 41, other halve the T&B thickness, other simply balance or center them to the side. the system hole reference to the set back which is standard at 37mm and any hardware that uses it, sticks to the 37mm reference. I hope this helps.
no, the pockets screws alone just fine, keep in mind the cabinets typically are also screwed to the wall. I don't inlay the bottoms or tops in. I used to but since the side sit on the toe kicks I found it was unnecessary. I do it only for freestanding cases.
Great overview of the 32mm system, well done. Very envious of your well supplied shop toolery, thanks and keep inspiring! Stay well.
Thank you very much!
Outstanding video! I found your video as I was researching the 32 mm system. Sounds like you’re the perfect person to do an in-depth video just on that system. Hope to see one soon!
thanks, I hope to film one next winter and also put it into a booklet too
Just now seeing this. As a retired commercial cabinetmaker it was nice to see someone talking about the 32mm system and the need for accuracy. In the beginning I used my Rockwell tablesaw, an oldie but goodie, to cut the panels. Soon learned that was not nearly accurate enough, so I bought a Holzher vertical panel saw. I see you have a slider, but to me the advantage of loading 2- 3/4" sheets at one time and cutting them standing up is so much easier on the back. And, a smaller footprint in the shop. I almost always had 2 guys at the saw because it saved on their bodies, and really increased production time. Around the same time I bought an edgebander, line boring machine and Blum minipress for hinges. That turned my whole system around and I started real production. However I did not use pocket screws like you do. I had never heard that that method is stronger than straight screwing together. Interesting, I'll have to investigate that, though I've always heard that Castle's drill angle was so much better than anyone elses. Thanks again for the video.
Yes vertical panel saw is great for panel work. I bought the slider for more flexibility on other jig type cuts . Thanks
Good stuff. Had no idea you were a cabinetmaker in a past life. Thanks for the video. Cheers, David
You bet!
Like your wisdom and content, good stuff and thanks for sharing.
thanks - not sure if it is wisdom or many failures. Nothin is ever learned by doing it right
@@imaginegrove well said
I would absolutely pay for a 32mm building course.
maybe this winter I'll make one. surprising that there isn't more info on 32 mm
4:08 as far as I remember, in System32 standard, the first holes (they're called system holes) in the row need to be distanced from edge at half of the thickness of the inlayed top or bottom. So, if you're using 16mm melamine board, the first hole needs to be at 8 mm from edge, followed by 32 mm spaced holes, and ending with a similar hole at 8mm from the opposite edge. And the overall height of the cabinet should be n*32 + 8 + 8, where n is the number of holes. You might wonder why we need to space first holes at 8mm. Because they are used as holes for the fasteners like minifix, which are widely used in European cabinet making industry. Pocket screws are not typical for particleboards.
this is only true if you are also doweling your tops and bottoms to the side. In addition, think of the layout / first hole as different religions. there are a number of them, some start at 37, some 41, other halve the T&B thickness, other simply balance or center them to the side. the system hole reference to the set back which is standard at 37mm and any hardware that uses it, sticks to the 37mm reference. I hope this helps.
@@imaginegrove for DIY - yes, for mass production - no.
6:25 do you also use dowels along with pocket screws? Do you use inlayed bottom for the floor standing cabinets?
no, the pockets screws alone just fine, keep in mind the cabinets typically are also screwed to the wall. I don't inlay the bottoms or tops in. I used to but since the side sit on the toe kicks I found it was unnecessary. I do it only for freestanding cases.