Thread: Buying a new router

woodies
When purchasing a router enclosed is a number of items to look for (in my opinion)
Buy a 1/2" chuck ( you can also use 1/4" bits) though they are usually shorter than the 1/2" cutters.
Make sure is is a Plunge Router.
Select a round base router as the base can be used as your first Template Guide.
It is important the router is capable of accepting a Variety of Template Guides.
It should be capable of fitting a 40mm Temp Guide for the following reasons;
1. It is capable of accepting the larger cutters e.g the 33mm dish cutter from the Carb i tool catalogue.
2. The cutter can be seen when in use.
3. The Swarf can be removed more easily.
4. When using the short 1/4" cutters the chuck can penetrate through the guide adding safety to your routing without the need to extend the cutter too far out of the chuck.
Happy Hunting
Tom.

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