Routers

Any recommendations for a cheapish but robust router to do my top box with? Must have positive attitude and be willing to cut wood. Ta.

 

Netgear

 

Netgear = Comms

 

I know :face palm:

 

Quite hard to cut 17mm plywood with Netgear kit...

 

Trend T4

 

Isn't that a gas turbine?

 

have you tried?

 

Have you got one? Has it fallen to pieces?

 

I have a cheapy b and q performance power and it's great. I wouldn't do a kitchen work top with it but MDF and ply is fine

 

No all ours were Pametrada or GE

Yes I have one and no it hasn't fallen to pieces. T4 is their basic model they produce some pretty fancy ones too but me being poor can't afford the posh stuff.

 

depending what you are doing with it, there are a couple options. If you are just channeling grooves or doing small moldings to the edge, this will do and will last a lifetime

http://www.ffx.co.uk/tools/product/Trend Tret4Ek 5027654542521 T4Ek 850W Variable Speed Router 240V

or if you want something more substantial to take 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch bits, this one is built extremely well

http://www.ffx.co.uk/tools/product/...30 240V 1 2In Variable Speed Router With Case


this is the one i use for work now, but i have used both of the above and can vouch for their reliability and lifespan in a busy workshop. proper job.

http://www.ffx.co.uk/tools/product/...40 110V 1 2In Router 2200W In Systainer T Loc

 

So you use ffx as well, their prices are very competitive.. no I don't work for them but did go to their last trade show a week or two ago. No intention of buying anything yes well that resolve lasted about 10 minutes...

 

ffx is my local shop, its in folkestone, i am in ashford. But yeah they did mention they were closing the shop to do a show. They are probably the cheapest anywhere if im honest and always got a deal on. I also use Thanet Tools which is in ashford and they have the occasional deal for some stuff they bulk bought. Got a nice chopsaw from them for about £260 a few years back. One off though.

 

First one looks good. I assume you can use these to follow a simple metal template? (I own every power tool apart from a router, so forgive ignorance).

 

I have a couple along with 40 odd bits if you want to borrow them?

 

If you get a router bit called a profile cutter you can follow any shape. They are usually half inch bits though so you would need the second one I listed.. And you will have to make the cut in two passes depending on the thickness of the material you want to cut. I use routers all the time if u need any help just ask I don't mind.

I am on instagram @temple_carpentry if u fancy a look.

 

Hitachi m12v down here, I likes it

 

Have a loan if you look after it!

 

I have a cheep wicks one but it scares me so never use it