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|tool name=''Routers''
|machine name=''Routers''
|image=Ferm FBF-1050E.JPG
|image=Router_ActionShot.jpg <!-- animation would also be nice here! -->
|synonyms=DE: Oberfräsen, Handoberfräsmaschinen
|synonyms=plunge routers, handheld routers;<br>DE: Oberfräsen, Handoberfräsmaschinen
|type=power tool
|access=upon [[Handheld Router Introduction|introduction]]
|material=[[wood]]
|material=[[wood]]
|tutors={{£}}, [[User:NitramLegov/Tutor|Martin]]
|manual=[http://doc.ferm.com/item/P/PRM1005/PRM1005_MANUAL.pdf pdf]
|similar=[[CNC Router|CNC router]], [[Router Plane|router plane]]; [[Milling Table|milling table]], [[CNC Mill|CNC mill]]
|similar=[[CNC Router|CNC router]], [[Router Plane|router plane]]; [[Milling Table|milling table]], [[CNC Mill|CNC mill]]
|used with=[[Router Bits|router bits]];<br>[[Router Jigs|router jigs]]
|extrabox=yes
}}
}}
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 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrE4HyXiwqs the regular "push" and the more dangerous "climb" cut]!
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 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrE4HyXiwqs the regular "push" and the more dangerous "climb" cut]!
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== Safety ==
== Safety ==
Routers are very dangerous tools, make sure you have received the [[Handheld Router Introduction|handheld router introduction]] in person and take time to think about what you are going to do!
Routers are very dangerous tools, make sure you have received the [[Handheld Router Introduction|handheld router introduction]] in person and take time to think about what you are going to do!
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== Router Bits ==
== Router Bits ==
''(main article: [[Router Bits]])''
Router bits can get quite expensive, but good quality ones can be sharpened when they become dull.
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'''.<br>
Typical collet (''Spannzangen'') sizes are '''6 and 8 mm'''.<br>
A simple shared set of router bits is available in the [[Wood Workshop|wood workshop]]. As always, report when broken and replace them accordingly.
A simple shared set of 8 mm router bits is available under the [[Router Table|router table]]. As always, report when [[broken]] and replace them accordingly!
 
== Copying Rings ==
Copying rings can be used for template work and are more versatile (although a bit more complicated) than flush trim bits with a ball bearing that takes care of the copying. When working with a copying ring, the template has to be offset from the target shape by a few millimeters: offset = (outer coyping ring diameter - bit diameter)/2<sup> [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TA6BclFsnUM]</sup>


== Future Plans ==
== Future Plans ==
* [[Project:Router Table|router table]]
* self-built [[Project:Router Table|router table]]
* 3D copying jig
* 3D copying jig
* "Pantorouter" guidance jig
* "Pantorouter" guidance jig


== Links ==
== Interesting Links ==
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Qqimqo-ohU "Router 101" video by "BrainFizz"] - 35 minutes packed with valuable information
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Qqimqo-ohU "Router 101" video by "BrainFizz"] - 35 minutes packed with valuable information
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrE4HyXiwqs video tutorial on feed direction by "StumpyNubs"]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrE4HyXiwqs video tutorial on feed direction by "StumpyNubs"]
* [https://www.popularwoodworking.com/tools/10-router-tips-for-furniture-makers/ Popular Woodworking: "10 Router Tips for Furniture Makers"]


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== Bosch POF 1200 AE==
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|tool name=Bosch POF 1200 AE
|image=POF 1200.JPG
|access=upon [[Handheld Router Introduction|personal introduction]]
|location=[[Chop Saw Station|chop saw station]]
|manual=[https://www.bosch-do-it.de/media/garden/gardenmedia/manuals/1178408_160992A201_201408pdf..pdf Bosch]
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We were given a Bosch POF 1200 AE that works very well!
Its accessories may still be floating around somewhere, though.
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== Ferm FBF-1050E ==
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|tool name=Ferm FBF-1050E
|image=Ferm FBF-1050E.JPG
|access=currently [https://github.com/comakingspace/do-something/issues/37 broken] - usually<br>upon [[Handheld Router Introduction|introduction]]
|location=[[Wood Workshop|wood workshop]]
|manual=[http://doc.ferm.com/item/P/PRM1005/PRM1005_MANUAL.pdf pdf]
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'''currently broken'''
This router comes with '''6 and 8 mm''' collets (''Spannzangen'').<br>
A set of router bits is available with the router. As always, report when broken and replace them accordingly.
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== Einhell TE-RO 1255 E ==
{{ToolInfoBox
|tool name=Einhell TE-RO 1255 E
|image=Einhell router.JPG
|access=upon request & [[Handheld Router Introduction|personal introduction]]
|location=[[Mitja]]'s CoMaking bench
|tutors=[[Mitja]]
|manual=[https://assets.einhell.com/manuals-pdf/900_398461/te-ro-1255-e.pdf pdf]
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[[Mitja]] owns an Einhell router that you may be able to use for your projects if you ask him nicely.
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== KingCraft KBF-1050E ==
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|tool name=KingCraft KBF-1050E
|image=Router_Table.JPG
|access=[[Handheld Router Introduction|personal introduction]]
|location=[[Router Table|router table]]
|tutors=
|manual=[http://doc.ferm.com/Servotool/documents/826196%20Manual%20%200401-28.pdf ferm.com]
}}
{{NL}} brought a router which is attached to the [[Router Table|router table]].


[[Category:Power Tools]]
[[Category:Woodworking]]
[[Category:Woodworking]]

Revision as of 16:36, 21 October 2022

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Routers

Router ActionShot.jpg
Synonyms: plunge routers, handheld routers;
DE: Oberfräsen, Handoberfräsmaschinen
Material: wood
Used with: router bits;
router jigs
Access Requirements: Handheld Router Introduction
Tutors: Lukas
NitramLegov
Pakue
Johannes
Luzian
Keno
Utis
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

Routers are very dangerous tools, make sure you have received the handheld router introduction in person and take time to think about what you are going to do!


Makita DRT50

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Makita DRT50

Makita-DRT50.jpeg
Type: Handheld Router
Location: router table
Access Requirements: Handheld Router Introduction
Manual: Makita
Tutors: Lukas
NitramLegov
Pakue
Johannes
Luzian
Keno
Utis




The router has its own box (Makpack) with all its accessories (DRT50RTJX2). It is battery powered with 18V Makita lithium batteries that are shared with our other Makita tools like the cordless drill. The set consists of:

  • flat surface attachment w/o grips
  • flat surface attachment with grips
  • edge cut attachment
  • 2x vacuum dust attachment
  • long grip (can replace one of the stud grips on the flat surface attachment)
  • roller attachment for routing edges with bits lacking a bearing

Dust Extraction

with a superfluous adapter from our scroll saw, the router can be connected to Festool shop vacs

There are two different dust collection pieces, depending on which attachment you're using. Either one will need the black flexible adapter seen in the photo to fit on our shop vacs.

Additional Upgrades/Accessories

We will soon get a custom baseplate from a local blogger (holzundleim.de). It should allow for much easier freehand routing and can also be clamped upside down near the edge of a table to create a sort of micro router table!

Circle Cutting Jig

Patrick made a 3D printed circle cutting jig that is used in combination with the surface attachment. Cutting range is ~200-720 mm ⌀ (depending on the router bit used).

Circle cutting jig



Ferm FBF-1050E

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Ferm FBF-1050E

Ferm FBF-1050E.JPG
Type: Handheld Router
Location: Router Table
Access Requirements: Handheld Router Introduction
Manual: pdf
Tutors: Lukas
NitramLegov
Pakue
Johannes
Luzian
Keno
Utis


This router comes with 6 and 8 mm collets (Spannzangen). A few other accessories, including a parallel fence, can be found in its box.

This router can be mounted in the router table in case anything is wrong with the #Makita 3612BR.

this type of router was the first to be used in our router table

Past repairs:


Router Bits

(main article: 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 8 mm router bits is available under the router table. As always, report when broken and replace them accordingly!

Copying Rings

Copying rings can be used for template work and are more versatile (although a bit more complicated) than flush trim bits with a ball bearing that takes care of the copying. When working with a copying ring, the template has to be offset from the target shape by a few millimeters: offset = (outer coyping ring diameter - bit diameter)/2 [1]

Future Plans

  • self-built router table
  • 3D copying jig
  • "Pantorouter" guidance jig

Interesting Links