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DBB Morticer Set
The DBB Morticer, manufactured by Souber Tools, produces a perfect lock recess every time. It is a genuine 5 minute morticer which is acclaimed by locksmiths and builders alike. For anyone who regularly fits mortice locks it will prove invaluable – an accurate, speedy and professional tool that will save time and money.
Standard Morticer Set complete with:
- One wood cutter
- plastic carrying case
- Instruction Manual
- Standard shaft (for locks up to 100mm)
Features of the DBB Morticer
- Cuts a mortice for the body and for the face plate.
- Fast and accurate on doors from 30mm – 85mm thick
- Can cut door hinges and also some strike plates and electric releases.
- includes faster carbide cutters for wood morticing.
- Uses vertical guides, height and depth stops to ensure you do not overrun the cut area.
- Wide range of accessories and special attachments.
- All parts are replaceable.
- Robust construction and precision manufacture.
- Supplied complete with operating manual and plastic carry case.
- Plunging cutters now available.
Benefits of the DBB Morticer
- Saves time and money
- Increases accuracy and speed of mortice cutting
- Can be used on wooden or (with special cutters) aluminium doors
- The self-centring jig cuts marking-up time.
- Only requires a power drill to work
- Dependable and reliable
- All parts are replaceable
Frequently Asked Questions
| Q:Â What is included in the price of the DBB Morticer? A:Â Every DBB Morticer Kit comes in a heavy duty case, the jig of your choice, self centring or adjustable stops, drive shaft, one 18mmwood cutter and an instruction manual. |
| Q:Â Are there any additional and special accessories for the DBB morticer? A:Â Yes. We provide spare parts for each individual piece of the Morticer – see our section on Spare Parts for the full list of our off-the-shelf replacement parts. |
| Q:Â Are there any instructions with the DBB Morticer? A:Â Yes. We provide a comprehensive instruction manual that is complete with illustrations and written instructions. It is an easy to follow guide for either the novice or for the experienced professional. |
| Q:Â What cutters come with the Jig? A:Â One wood cutter. Ask your supplier for precise details and other options. |
| Q:Â What are the cutters made from? A:Â Mortice wood cutters are carbide tipped. Plunging and aluminium cutters are HSS. |
| Q: Can the wood cutters be re-sharpened? A: Yes. The instruction manual provides advice and instructions on sharpening. |
| Q:Â Can I plunge with the wood cutters A:Â Yes, four (4) sizes of plunging cutters are now available. |
| Q:Â How deep can the Jig cut? A:Â 90mm with the Standard shaft (100mm without depth stop) 170mm with the Long shaft (180mm without depth stop) Longer shafts are available as a special order. |
| Q:Â What is the bearing system? A:Â These are sintered bronze bushes impregnated with oil |
| Q:Â How long do the bearings last? A:Â Typically, they will last 2-300 lock installations |
| Q:Â Are replacement bushes available? A:Â They are available, but require specialist equipment to replace. We suggest ordering a housing kit instead which comes pre-assembled and takes just a minute to change over. |
| Q:Â What thickness of door will the jig suit? A:Â Standard morticers will suit doors up to 55mm thick. For doors 55mm+ use the DBB/HK/S Offset Morticers will suit doors up to 95mm thick, but this jig is not self- centring! |
| Q:Â Will the jig work on aluminium? A:Â Yes, there are 4 cutters for aluminium doors. See the leaflet for precise details. |
| Q:Â Do you have cutters for steel doors? A:Â No, not at present, but we have plans to develop some. |
| Q:Â Do I have to keep re-setting the jig when I take it off the door? A:Â If the locks and door thicknesses are the same, you can use the tube clip at the top to create a ‘datum’ for repeat work. Simply slide the clip down to the top clamp. This will enable the user to cut identical holes without any re-setting. |
| Q:Â Does the Jig come with a drilling machine? A:Â No, you have to provide your own. |
| Q:Â Is there a recommended Drill specification? A:Â 800 Watt, 13mm (1/2″) Chuck and 2-3000 rpm is an ideal drill, but not SDS. Impact/hammer must be set to ‘off’. |
| Q:Â Can the jig be used to install electric locks? A:Â Yes,there are two (2) long drills and a long drill adapter to drill through the door for lock cables. |
| Q:Â How do I prevent the knots in doors forcing the long drill off-line? A:Â Both Long Drills use special geometry so that it wants to stay on line. Our instructions explain how to keep the drill central. |
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