Moen Align Single Handle
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The Moen Align Single Handle faucet represents contemporary design with clean, minimalist lines perfect for modern kitchens. As a countertop fabricator, precision in faucet hole placement is critical for successful installations. This DXF template provides exact specifications for cutting the required single mounting hole for the Moen Align series, ensuring perfect alignment and professional results every time. The Align's streamlined design requires careful attention to hole diameter and deck thickness requirements to achieve optimal fit and function.
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The Moen Align Single Handle faucet represents contemporary design with clean, minimalist lines perfect for modern kitchens. As a countertop fabricator, precision in faucet hole placement is critical for successful installations. This DXF template provides exact specifications for cutting the required single mounting hole for the Moen Align series, ensuring perfect alignment and professional results every time. The Align's streamlined design requires careful attention to hole diameter and deck thickness requirements to achieve optimal fit and function.
Installation Overview
Installing the Moen Align Single Handle faucet requires a single precision-cut hole in the countertop deck. The standard installation calls for a 1.375-inch diameter hole (0.6875-inch radius), though Moen specifications recommend a 1.5-inch minimum diameter for optimal fitment. The faucet features Duralock quick-connect installation technology, making it essential that the hole is perfectly positioned to allow for under-deck access during assembly. Maximum deck thickness compatibility is 2.5 inches. The template positions the hole at center point (0,0), allowing fabricators to easily align with sink centerlines or offset as needed based on customer preferences. When working with natural stone materials like granite or quartzite, use diamond core bits to prevent chipping. For engineered quartz, standard carbide hole saws work effectively when proper coolant is applied.
CNC Cutting Notes
When programming CNC routers for Moen Align faucet holes, use the provided DXF template coordinates with hole center at (0,0) and radius of 0.6875 inches. For natural stone materials, program a 3-stage cutting process: pilot hole (0.25" bit), rough cut (staying 0.0625" inside final diameter), and finish pass with polishing bit. Spindle speed should be set between 10,000-12,000 RPM for granite and marble, with feed rates of 40-60 IPM depending on material hardness. For quartz surfaces, reduce spindle speed to 8,000-10,000 RPM to prevent resin burning. Always program tool paths to cut from the finished surface side to minimize edge chipping. The single-hole design simplifies CNC programming compared to widespread faucet patterns, but precision is still paramount. Tolerance should be held to ±0.010 inches for professional installations. Consider adding a small chamfer (0.030-0.050 inches at 45 degrees) to the top edge of the hole to ease faucet insertion and protect against micro-chipping during installation.
Material Compatibility
This Moen Align faucet template is compatible with all standard countertop materials including granite, marble, quartzite, engineered quartz (Cambria, Caesarstone, Silestone), solid surface (Corian, Staron), laminate, and butcher block. The single-hole design minimizes structural concerns across material types. For granite and natural stone slabs, ensure hole placement avoids natural fissures or veining that could compromise structural integrity. With engineered quartz, the uniform composition allows for flexible hole placement, though maintaining at least 3 inches from edges and corners is recommended. Solid surface materials offer the most forgiving installation, as holes can be slightly enlarged if needed without visible damage. For laminate countertops, take extra care to seal the exposed substrate core after cutting to prevent moisture infiltration. The Moen Align's deck-mounted design works with standard 1.5-inch to 2.5-inch deck thicknesses, making it suitable for most residential and light commercial applications. Ultra-compact surfaces like Dekton and Neolith require specialized diamond tooling but are fully compatible with this template.
Where to Buy
Moen Align Single Handle faucets are available through multiple channels for both fabricators and end customers. Professional countertop fabricators can source Moen products through plumbing supply distributors like Ferguson, HD Supply, and APR Supply, often with contractor pricing programs. Retail availability includes The Home Depot, Lowe's, and Menards for customers purchasing directly. Online options include Amazon, Wayfair, Build.com, and the official Moen e-commerce store at shop.moen.com. When specifying faucets for clients, consider recommending purchase through professional plumbing supply houses to ensure authentic Moen products with full manufacturer warranties. The Align series is typically available in multiple finish options including Chrome (7365), Spot Resist Stainless (7365SRS), and Matte Black (7365BL). Pricing generally ranges from $150-$280 depending on finish and retailer. For large fabrication shops handling multiple installations, establishing accounts with Ferguson or other pro suppliers can streamline the specification and ordering process while ensuring compatibility between the DXF template and actual product specifications.