Connecting Joint

[SteveF]

I need to make a joint (easily removeable)

the joint also needs to be able to slip down before attaching
a dowel will not be possible..due to downward movement required

I hope the pics help

I have thought about a bracket or a steel plate used as a loose tenon

any better ideas please?

Steve

 

[marcros]

i dont really understand what you are trying to achieve. does it need to slide into the mortice and then down to stop it pulling out?

what is the context?

 

[SteveF]

does this help ?

Steve

it needs to be removeable to replace with this as time goes on

 

[Myfordman]

Use more of the fittings shown on the bottom rail.

 

[SteveF]

Use more of the fittings shown on the bottom rail.

they are too tall and not good for little fingers

Steve

 

[marcros]

are you trying to avoid this system, or will you just need too many?

http://www.direct-fittingsuk.com/bedbun ... s-23-c.asp

 

[SteveF]

I am using the knockdown on bottom rail
I can't use on top rail

a) it will be seen
b it is ugly as pineapple
c) dangerous for little fingers

I cant use the barrels as the bolt is too wide for 14mm thick timber

I know I could have bought thicker timber but I wanted it quite delicate
I also had the timber in a sawn state and 14mm was all i could get out of it

maybe I need a re-design

Steve

 

[marcros]

could you use the idea of the ugly ones and make something nicer- ie the hole and the hooked part?

 

[mind_the_goat]

Could you use something like a hinge with a removable pin ?

 

[SteveF]

ok a couple of more crazy thoughts

can u get anything like door security bolts..(the things with a fluted key) but in miniature?

or a completey recessed lock as used on a jewllery box?

i would then just have a keyhole

Steve

 

[Racers]

I think style B in the link would work, you could use smaller socket headed bolts and plug the holes.

Pete

 

[deema]

I would like to suggest bed hooks. I believe they will achieve your desired effect as well as being discreet

 

[SteveF]

i can see them in images when googling
and may be the answer
a uk supplier may be a challenge
remember i only have 50mm to play with

Steve

 

[nanscombe]

How about simply making a threaded hole, with a tap, in the end of the drop in piece and a corresponding hole in the upright.

Drop the rail into position and secure by screwing the bolt through the upright into it.

If drilling straight is a problem either make a jig or Axminster drilling guide @ £8.45.