Handheld Routers
| ToolInfoBox Routers | |
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| Synonyms: | DE: Oberfräsen |
| Type: | power tool |
| Material: | wood |
| Access Requirements: | upon introduction |
| Tutors: | Lukas |
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| Similar (More or Less): | CNC router, router plane; milling table, CNC mill |
A router is basically a powerful motor spinning a sharp metal bit at high speeds. Read the manual before using and be aware of the difference between the regular "push" and the more dangerous "climb" cut!
Safety
When using a router, always take the time to properly clamp down your workpiece, hook up a shop vac and wear safety goggles.
Router Bits
Router bits can get quite expensive, but good quality ones can be sharpened when they become dull.
Typical collet (Spannzangen) sizes are 6 and 8 mm.
A simple shared set of router bits is available in the wood workshop. As always, report when broken and replace them accordingly.
Future Plans
- router table
- 3D copying jig
- "Pantorouter" guidance jig
Links
- "Router 101" video by "BrainFizz" - 35 minutes packed with valuable information
- video tutorial on feed direction by "StumpyNubs"
Bosch POF 1200 AE
| ToolInfoBox Bosch POF 1200 AE | |
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| Location: | chop saw station |
| Access Requirements: | upon personal introduction |
| Manual: | Bosch |
We were given a Bosch POF 1200 AE that works very well!
Its accessories may still be floating around somewhere, though.
Ferm FBF-1050E
| ToolInfoBox Ferm FBF-1050E | |
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| Location: | wood workshop |
| Access Requirements: | currently broken - usually upon introduction |
| Manual: | |
currently broken
This router comes with 6 and 8 mm collets (Spannzangen).
A set of router bits is available with the router. As always, report when broken and replace them accordingly.
Einhell TE-RO 1255 E
| ToolInfoBox Einhell TE-RO 1255 E | |
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| Location: | Mitja's CoMaking bench |
| Access Requirements: | upon request & personal introduction |
| Tutors: | Mitja |
| Manual: | |
Mitja owns an Einhell router that you may be able to use for your projects if you ask him nicely.
