Thread: TRSS - 5 in 1 Spin Saw Kit

I have had the TR for about two months. The router attachement is a great alternative to a small router and trimmer. Given the size I have used it many times with different cutters and all has worked well in fact the edge to my Bar all done with this tool. The flexible shaft attachment is the second most used feature which has allowed me to cut fine details. Like most componet setups the downside is you need to be changing attachements and this can be painfull if done often. I don't regret my purchase of the set. If you are looking for a small router only I would spend the money on that tool eg Big W has a GMC 6mm router for $40 not bad!

Longbow,

Thanks for the reply. It is good to hear that you are happy with it. I don't have any current need for the attachments other than the router but I suppose they'd find a use. I expect Triton / GMC will be at the working with wood show, so I will have another look tomorrow.

regards
Coldamus

I was in Bunnings planning to buy a Triton 1400w router in order to cut circles for mounting speaker drivers, but they were out of stock.

Then I saw this spin saw kit which comes with a circle cutting attachment.

Can anyone advise if this would work adequately for my purposes, i.e. cutting circles for speaker drivers.

Would this kit also adequately allow me to rout around the edges of the circle so that I can flush mount drivers?

Link to Spin Saw Kit Description: http://www.triton.com.au/product.php?id=35

A few comments on cutting and rebating circles.

First point is to ensure that the circle you cut our is secure, once the cut is complete. Generally, the cutout will become scrap, so by screwing into the circle from the underside, and securly clamping the surrounding board, you should be able to avoid some suprises when the circle comes free. Also, you will avoid, or minimise tearout or chipping when the circle gets to the final stage and wants to break off, instead of wait for you to comlete your routing.

Next comment, is to plan your job and do your recessing / rebating before fully cutting our the circle. Once the circle has been cut free, you lose your fulcrum point and will need to cut your rebates freehand.

So long as you use an appropriate bit, set your depth of cut appropriately for your bit and material, you should have no problems. This is what the tool is for.

Steve

I have the GMC version and it does everything I ask of it. They are similar, the GMC is 500W and the Triton is 700W. Don't go trying to cut a rebate that is half an inch deep in one go as you'll bend your bit or do something else similar, take it little by little and you'll have no problem. They are also great for carving as well, use it like yuou would a Dremel to carve.

I'd probably like to see one demonstrated before forking out the hard earned.....

Bought mine mainly for the small router, but thought the other attachments would also be useful.

I was surprised to find how much use I have for the flexible shaft tool. Went out and bought a box of small grinders, mini drum sanders and such. Use it all the time. I have been doing a fair bit of clean up on old tools and its great for cleaning off rust etc.

As well as using small round over bits and straight cutters for trimming laminate, I've used the cutter bit in the router to cut and trim lamipanel. That was useful. It's a good size for my hand and it is quite powerful for a little machine. The router base is plastic, which I am a little wary of.

I don't have much use for an angle grinder, so its good having one there when I do need it. Better than having a dedicated grinder.

I don't regret buying it, but I sometimes wonder if it would have been better to buy individual components. I decided against this at the time because of the Triton name and reputation. 5 individual tools for that price would have meant cheaper brands like GMC, Oxito. Waiting to see if Triton product quality deteriorates or not.

Hi George

I'm interested in your comment about using the TRSS Spin Saw in carving. Am considering buying the TRSS because of its versatility. How have you found it useful in carving?

I was in Bunnings and they didn't have a bloody thing I wanted!!

It's good to hear positives about the spin saw. I bought it on impulse (unusual for me) from Bunnies because it was marked down to $120 from $235.. When I got it home, it had no instructions but I have printed them from the Triton website. It looks as if it has been returned by a previous buyer. Have not used it yet but to-day is trial day.
BTW, it seems that $235 is usual price at Bunnies Underwood - not $255.
Geoff

Originally Posted by Coldamus

I was in Bunnings this morning for the $199 deal on the GMC thicknesser. While waiting for the sales guy to find one, I noticed the Triton TRSS which I had never heard of before. It had a $255 price tag on it and looks and feels great. If that price includes all the accessories, it seems a good buy.

My interest in it is for use as a hand-held router. It is certainly small and light, something one can't say about the big Triton router. (I already have the big one).

The two should make an excellent team, with the big one dedicated to table use.

The TRSS is also an angle grinder, sander, polisher, engraver and circle cutter.

Has anyone bought one yet? Any comments on usability?

regards
Coldamus

yes coldamis i have one and the only thing i did not have was an engraver
and i must admit i was taken in by all its abilities particually as i now see its not designed to be used as a drill and now i an regretting its purchase
but never the less it looks nice amoungst all the other yellow tools on my bench

regards THE OLD BLOKE