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Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table

MachineInfoBox Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table

Synonyms:	DE: Frästisch, Oberfrästisch, stationäre Oberfräse
Type:	Router Table
Material:	wood
Used with:	8 mm router bits, push blocks
Location:	Router Table
Access Requirements:	Router Table Introduction
Status:	Working
Manual:	Mafell FM1000
Tutors:	Lukas NitramLegov Pakue Luzian Keno Utis
Similar (More or Less):	table saw

Setup

Router Bit

Unlocked spindle

Router shaft size: 8mm

This router table spindle is equipped with a lever-action chuck, therefore no tools are required to change the bit. To release the chuck look under the table and pull the lever on the spindle towards the front of the table until it is horizontal. The spindle chuck is now release and the bit can be taken out or inserted. Push the lever down again until it is vertical to look the bit back in place. Make sure it is properly seated before starting up the spindle. Ideally raise the router lift all the way up, insert the bit slightly above the desired position, then adjust it to the correct height. That way the bit shaft is inserted as much as possible and the dust extraction has the best seal with the router lift.

Changing the height is done via the adjustment knob on the top of face-plate of the router lift. Use the small tool located on the side of the router table to turn the knob. There shouldn't much torque needed to change the height; keep the top/bottom limits in mind if you feel a resistance. To avoid backlash in the lead screw, try to set the final height while raising the bit. Otherwise the lift may settle by a fraction of a millimetre.
Similarly the height can be locked/unlocked by turning the locking knob below one full rotation. Check that this lock is disengaged before adjusting the height. This lock only meant to stop vibrations changing the height of the router lift. It is not strong enough to stop you from adjusting the height (#not-a-bug #won't-fix).

Changing plates of the router table.

The router lift has differently sizes plates that are held in place via magnets. To remove a plate use the height adjust tool to lever it out of the router lift face plate. Unused plates are stored in the 3D-printed holders in front.

There is also a digital height gauge located on the left side of the router table. Press the "C" button the zero the height. The display can't be turned off.

Fence

Fence with gap open

The fence can be adjusted in depth via the two locking knobs that clamp in the two T-profiles inside the table.

The gap for the router bit can be adjusted by moving either aluminium plate to the side. Locking knobs are in the back.

The fence has to adjustable stop blocks that allow repeatable cutting of slots. It is best to just flip them up if they are not in use to avoid misplacing them.

Whenever possible use the transparent finger guard. Set it so it's just above your workpiece.

Mitre Gauge

Similar to the table saw, the router table has a mitre gauge that runs inside the T-slot along the long side of the table. Adjust the angle as needed. The mitre gauge also has a depth stop similar to the ones on the fence. When not in use store the mitre gauge in the designated holder on the side of the table.

Don't cut into the mitre gauge!

Dust Extraction

Below the table is a designated shop vac that should turn on together with the router once the ON button is pressed. Because the dust extraction is need inside the lift as well as the fence, the vacuum hose is split. When the dust extraction at the fence is not needed unplug the hose from the fence and put the end into the "parking spot" in the back. This plugs the extraction path of the fence and allows more air to be extracted via the router lift below the table.

Closing the fence gap when not needed and using the transparent finger guard will improve the dust extraction significantly. Also when using router bits with a bearing, having the fence with an open gap behind it will avoid dust being thrown towards the back.

Videos

How to change the bit height.
Fence gap adjustment.
Adjust finger guard.
Adjust fence depth.
Change bit and plate.
Usage example.

Parts

Here is the parts list for the complete router table in case a part breaks or someone wants to copy the design. Custom 3D printed parts can be found in the GitHub Repo: Coming Soon TM

Router spindle - SA-FM1000-OFL similar to MAFELL Fräsmotor FM 1000 PV-WS
Router lift - Sauter OFL2.0
Table surface - SA-HPL3.0
Dust extractor - Kärcher NT 22/1 Ap L
Fence - Sauter Fräsanschlag FA-SA 2.0 + Schwinganschläge
Mitre Gauge - FO-MGC-10
6x Item 40 Aluminium Profile 868mm
4x Item 40 Aluminium Profile 438mm
Electronics
- Kemo M103N Master / Slave Switch
- KEDU KJD12-14

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 |machine name=Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table
 |german=Frästisch
-|image=
+|image=Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table.jpg
 |synonyms=DE: Frästisch, Oberfrästisch,<br>stationäre Oberfräse
 |type=Router Table
 |material=[[wood]]
 |location=[[Location::Router Table|router table]]
-|assetid=154
+|manual=[https://produkte.mafell.de/media/pdf/d7/c2/ab/fm800_fm1000_170558_0322_l.pdf Mafell FM1000]|assetid=154
 |similar=[[Table Saw|table saw]]
-|used with=[[Push Blocks|push blocks]]
+|used with='''8 mm''' [[Router Bits|router bits]], [[Push Blocks|push blocks]]
 }}
 === Setup ===
 ==== Router Bit ====
-This router table spindle is equipped with a lever-action chuck, therefore no tools are required to change the bit.
+[[File:Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table Spindle unlocked.jpg.jpg|thumb|300x300px|Unlocked spindle]]
-To release the chuck look under the table and pull the lever on the spindle towards the front of the table until it is horizontal. The spindle chuck is now release and the bit can be taken out or inserted. Push the lever down again until it is vertical to look the bit back in place. Make sure it is properly seated before starting up the spindle
+'''Router shaft size: 8mm'''
-Changing the height is done via the adjustment knob on the top of face-plate of the router lift. Use the small tool located on the side of the router table to turn the knob. There shouldn't much torque needed to change the height; keep the top/bottom limits in mind if you feel a resistance. </br>
+This router table spindle is equipped with a '''lever-action chuck''', therefore '''no tools are required to change the bit'''.
-Similarly the height can be locked/unlocked by turning the locking knob below one full rotation. Check that this lock is disengaged before adjusting the height. This lock only meant to stop vibrations changing the height of the router lift. It is not strong enough to stop you from adjusting the height (#not-a-bug #won't-fix).
+To release the chuck look '''under the table''' and pull the lever on the spindle towards the front of the table until it is horizontal. The spindle chuck is now release and the bit can be taken out or inserted. Push the lever down again until it is vertical to look the bit back in place. Make sure it is properly seated before starting up the spindle.
+Ideally raise the router lift all the way up, insert the bit slightly above the desired position, then adjust it to the correct height. That way the bit shaft is inserted as much as possible and the dust extraction has the best seal with the router lift.
-The router lift has differently sizes plates that are held in place via magnets. To remove a plate use the height adjust tool to lever it out of the router lift face plate. Unused plates are stored in the 3D-printed holders in front.
+'''Changing the height''' is done via the '''adjustment knob on the top''' of face-plate of the router lift. Use the '''small tool''' located on the side of the router table to turn the knob. There shouldn't much torque needed to change the height; keep the top/bottom limits in mind if you feel a resistance. To avoid backlash in the lead screw, try to set the '''final height while raising''' the bit. Otherwise the lift may settle by a fraction of a millimetre.</br>
+Similarly the height can be '''locked/unlocked''' by turning the locking knob below one full rotation. Check that this lock is disengaged before adjusting the height. This lock only meant to stop vibrations changing the height of the router lift. It is not strong enough to stop you from adjusting the height (#not-a-bug #won't-fix).
+[[File:Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table Changing Plates.jpg.jpg|thumb|Changing plates of the router table.]]
+The router lift has '''differently sizes plates''' that are held in place via magnets. To remove a plate use the '''height adjust tool to lever''' it out of the router lift face plate. Unused plates are stored in the 3D-printed holders in front.
-There is also a digital height gauge located on the left side of the router table. Press the "C" button the zero the height. The display can't be turned off.
+There is also a '''digital height gauge''' located on the left side of the router table. Press the "C" button the zero the height. The display can't be turned off.
 ==== Fence ====
-The fence can be adjusted in depth via the two locking knobs that clamp in the two T-profiles inside the table.
+[[File:Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table Fence.jpg.jpg|thumb|Fence with gap open]]
+The fence can be adjusted in depth via the '''two locking knobs''' that clamp in the two T-profiles inside the table.
-The gap for the router bit can be adjusted by moving either aluminium plate to the side. Locking knobs are in the back.
+The '''gap''' for the router bit can be adjusted by '''moving either aluminium plate''' to the side. Locking knobs are in the back.
-The fence has to adjustable stop blocks that allow repeatable cutting of slots. It is best to just flip them up if they are not in use to avoid misplacing them.
+The fence has to '''adjustable stop blocks''' that allow repeatable cutting of slots. It is best to just flip them up if they are not in use to avoid misplacing them.
-Whenever possible use the transparent finger guard. Set it so it's just above your workpiece.
+Whenever possible use the '''transparent finger guard'''. Set it so it's just above your workpiece.
+[[File:Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table Mitre Gauge.jpg.jpg|thumb|Mitre Gauge]]
 ==== Mitre Gauge ====
-Similar to the table saw, the router table has a mitre gauge that runs inside the T-slot along the long side of the table. Adjust the angle as needed. The mitre gauge also has a depth stop similar to the ones on the fence. When not in use store the mitre gauge in the designated holder on the side of the table.
+Similar to the table saw, the router table has a mitre gauge that runs inside the T-slot along the long side of the table. Adjust the angle as needed. The mitre gauge also has a '''depth stop''' similar to the ones on the fence. When not in use store the mitre gauge in the designated holder on the side of the table.
-==== Dust Extraction
+Don't cut into the mitre gauge!
-Below the table is a designated shop vac that should turn on together with the router once the ON button is pressed. Because the dust extraction is need inside the lift as well as the fence, the vacuum hose is split. When the dust extraction at the fence is not needed unplug the hose from the fence and put the end into the "parking spot" in the back. This plugs the extraction path of the fence and allows more air to be extracted via the router lift below the table. Might need some upgrades to be more effective than it currently is.
+==== Dust Extraction ====
+Below the table is a '''designated shop vac''' that should '''turn on together with the router''' once the ON button is pressed. Because the dust extraction is need inside the lift as well as the fence, the vacuum hose is split. When the dust extraction at the fence is not needed unplug the hose from the fence and put the end into the "parking spot" in the back. This plugs the extraction path of the fence and allows more air to be extracted via the router lift below the table.
+'''Closing the fence gap''' when not needed and '''using the transparent finger guard''' will improve the dust extraction significantly. Also when using router bits with a bearing, having the fence with an open gap behind it will avoid dust being thrown towards the back.
+==== Videos ====
+<gallery>
+File:Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table Bit Height.webm|How to change the bit height.
+File:Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table Fence Gap.webm|Fence gap adjustment.
+File:Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table Guard.webm|Adjust finger guard.
+File:Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table Fence Adjustment.webm|Adjust fence depth.
+File:Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table Changing Bit.webm|Change bit and plate.
+File:Sauter OFL2.0 Router Table In Action.webm|Usage example.
+</gallery>
 === Parts ===
-Here is the parts list for the complete router table in case a part breaks or someone wants to copy the design:
+Here is the parts list for the complete router table in case a part breaks or someone wants to copy the design. Custom 3D printed parts can be found in the GitHub Repo: Coming Soon TM
-* Router spindle -
+* Router spindle - [https://www.sautershop.de/sauter-fraesmotor-mit-schnellspann-system-sa-fm1000-ofl SA-FM1000-OFL] similar to MAFELL Fräsmotor FM 1000 PV-WS
+* Router lift - [https://www.sautershop.de/oberfraesenlift-ofl2.0-sa-ofl2.0 Sauter OFL2.0]
+* Table surface - [https://www.sautershop.de/sauter-fraestischplatte-hpl-multiplex-1020-x-610-mm-sa-hpl3.0 SA-HPL3.0]
+* Dust extractor - [https://www.kaercher.com/de/professional/sauger/nass-trockensauger/ap-klasse/nt-22-1-ap-l-13786000.html Kärcher NT 22/1 Ap L]
+* Fence - [https://www.sautershop.de/sauter-fraesanschlag-fa-sa-2.0-schwinganschlaege-set-fa-sa20-flipstop Sauter Fräsanschlag FA-SA 2.0 + Schwinganschläge]
+* Mitre Gauge - [https://www.sautershop.de/sauter-winkelanschlag-mit-anschlagschiene-fo-mgc-10 FO-MGC-10]
+* 6x Item 40 Aluminium Profile 868mm
+* 4x Item 40 Aluminium Profile 438mm
+* Electronics
+** [https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B004AVIHKK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1&language=de_DE Kemo M103N Master / Slave Switch]
+** [https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B07954GCXZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1&language=de_DE KEDU KJD12-14]