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23rd January 2011, 11:12 PM #1New Member
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How much better is the WCA201?
Hi there,
I'm looking into getting a triton bench/saw/router system as it seems like a good way to get into diy and woodworking (specifically speaker building ).
I've found a couple sets I'm interested in:
1) Triton Mk3 workcentre, Makita 5800NB 185mm saw, Series 2000 router & jigsaw stand + matching table, router (unknown model, I'm finding out), triton biscuit jointer, triton dust extraction system. NZ$700.
Triton Mk 3 System for sale - TradeMe.co.nz - New Zealand
2) Triton WCA201 workcentre, Triton TSA001 235mm saw, router table. NZ$1000.
Triton workcenter and triton saw for sale - TradeMe.co.nz - New Zealand
Both are in great condition, but the 1st set seems a much better deal to me. Basically what I'm wondering is if the latest WCA201 workcentre and a larger Triton brand saw is worth an extra few hundred dollars (and no biscuit joiner or dust extraction).
PS. Also, another question... if I was to get the 1st set, I'd probably sell the router/jigsaw stand as I only really have enough room for one big yellow workbench. With that in mind: will the router/jigsaw table that goes with the Series 2000 router & jigsaw stand, fit onto the mk3 workbench? Don't really want to get screwed over some generational uncompatiblity
Cheers.
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24th January 2011, 07:47 AM #2
To answer the P.S. first, yes, the Series 2000 router table will fit onto the Mk 3 Workcentre (see here for confirmation), so that's one element of the decision out of the way.
However, I'd sooner have a dedicated biscuit jointer than the Triton accessory (I've used both), as the accessory is very limited in its application and not - in my opinion - worthwhile.
The dust collection can be done in any number of ways and the Triton saw is definitely far superior for the Workcentre than the Makita offered.
I'd go for option 2) but others may have a differing POV.
Ray
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24th January 2011, 09:36 AM #3New Member
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Hi ray, thanks for the info regarding the router table.
You mentioned the Triton biscuit jointer's a bit limited... will it be alright doing fairly regular 3/4" MDF cabinets? eg. something like the pic below.
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24th January 2011, 06:54 PM #4
rhysjenz,
Yes, you can do the boxes in your pic because you are only operating on edges, and that's the main limitation of the Triton- you can't operate on a face - i.e put in mid -shelving etc.
Plus, there is a set up time and you are restricted to using theTriton biscuits.
You are better off with a dedicated hand held biscuit jointer.
Ian
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24th January 2011, 09:00 PM #5New Member
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Thanks for the clarifying that Ian.
Just wondering about the workcentres themselves now - what differences are there between the WCA201 and the Mk3? Would I benefit much from the latest model?
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25th January 2011, 06:09 AM #6
I'll have to correct this line, Ian. The standard #20 biscuits can be used with the Biscuit Jointer accessory (see ⅓ down this page for the procedure). However, a dedicated biscuit jointer is the way to go, as I hope I've covered in this page I wrote a while back.
The 2000 Workcentre is a much better unit and apart from the saw mounting chassis being loads better, there are other design features - notably the height-winder accessory - that will not fit onto the Mk. 3. Also, IMO, the switch gear is better and the fence and guard also. HTH
Ray
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28th January 2011, 03:06 PM #7New Member
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Just continuing my scouting of Trade Me for good Triton deals.
Question: Is this router table kosher? That's all it comes with in the pics; so is that all I need for it to work with my Ryobi ERT241200?
Linky: triton workcentre router and jigsaw table for sale - TradeMe.co.nz - New Zealand
EDIT: Don't worry, it's finished.
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28th January 2011, 09:42 PM #8Originally Posted by rhysjenz
The current 2000 series table looks like this (although in the pic, it's fitted to a stand, not a Workcentre, you'll get the idea).
Ray
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