Routers have become one of the most used tools in a workshop, possibly even more popular than a table saw. A well equiped shop will have both a plunge base and a fixed base router, it is now possible to get a combination kit where one machine has both bases. There are many different bit profiles available, probably a straight bit and a round over bit are the first ones you will need, but this depends on the type of projects you will be doing. It is much easier to work with smaller pieces if the router is mounted on a table. Generally much better results are achieved by taking several passes making a shallow cuts rather than one pass if a lot of material has to be removed.
Can be adjusted for depth of cut as the basic router,
however the bit is above the base so it can be positioned
over the material to be routed then pushed down to make the
cut.
Router
Speeds
The larger the diameter of the cutter the faster the tips of it travel, a large bit will be travelling too fast for optium performance and safety on a router at full speed unless the RPM is slowed. If your router does not have a speed control you can use an external attachment.
Suggested Speeds
0 - 1 inch in dia - 22,000 RPM
1 - 2 inch in dia. - 18,000 RPM
2 - 2.5 inch in dia. - 16,000 RPM
2.5 - 3.5 inch in dia. - 12,000 RPM
At 22,000 RPM the tips of a 3/4" bit travel at 49 MPH, on a 3 1/2" bit they would be travelling over 220 MPH.
Router Speed Control New and improved router speed control gives you much more range in your speeds than our previous model...
Our introductory package is the best value on the market!
It includes your choice of standard router plate (1/4" x 8" x 11") plus our Rockler exclusive table, fence system and bit safety guard. (Legs sold separately)
Mast-R-Lift Router Lift & Mounting Plate Change bits and bit height from the top of your router table!
Adjustments are made with a drop-in speed handle. One rotation of the handle equals 1/16'', so you can make both super-fine and major adj..
''The Rockler model offers a lot of value ... None of the other tables priced under $200 seem worth the investment, in our opinion. ''''Router Table Review''Wood MagazineMarch 2000
This innovative new template attaches to our existing half-blind Rockler Dovetail
Jig to quickly and easily create beautiful through dovetails on 3/8'' to 3/4''
thick material. It's ideal for drawers, jewelry boxes, humidors and other small
woodworking projects.
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Through Dovetail Template
A great addition
to Rockler's dovetail jig!
The first zero-deflection straight edge clamping guide! Provides you with
straighter and more accurate cuts, dadoes and routing without additional
clamps.
New and improved design features:
30% wider integral clamping jaws for tighter clamping and less marring of wood.
50% wider locking lever for quick, easy clamping of guide.
Full-color measuring scale with large numbers (in 1/4").
Now you can easily create perfect circles, ellipses and sweeping arcs! With your router and this handy, easy-to-use jig, you ll be able to make picture frames, mirrors, signs, tabletops and more in just a matter of minutes. Compare to other ellipse/circle router jigs that cost $100 more.
Always rout against the direction of
the router bit, counterclockwise around the outside of an
object or clockwise around the inside of an object when
routing freehand, reverse this when using a router
table.
Make a series of shallow passes
rather than one cut if a lot of material has to be
removed.
Use an edge guide whenever
possible.
Always use the router in a vertical
position, gripped in both hands, in a comfortable
stance.
