Which brand/model of router would be the best to go with this table?
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Any Router will work. I have a Porter Cable 690 in mine. If your planning on building a lot of cabinet doors, a 3 hourse power or larger is advised for the panel bit. I just make several passes with mine and also have a variable speed attachment on the router. Hope this helps.
2069347
Although it requires that you purchase the KREG PRS3000 ROUTER TABLE LIFT for best results, the PORTER CABLE 7518 3¼ HP ROUTER is a perfect match for the KREG PRS1040 ROUTER TABLE. I also recommend the KREG PRS3100 ROUTER TABLE SWITCH, which easily attaches at knee height to the front right leg of the table to quickly stop the router motor when necessary.
2069348
Joe, I have the triton 3 hp router in my Kreg table and really like it. All adjustments can be done from above table, plenty of power, soft start. I've read some complaints about safety on/off switch but I think it's a good feature.
2069349
Any large router will work. The smaller ones are too light for the heavy work this system can do. Also, you want to be able to use both 1/4" and 1/2" bit shafts. One more thing you might want to add is an adjustment from the top. Since the router is located rather deep inside the table it will make adjustments a lot easier.
2069350
I have a crafstman on it now, but I am thinking to get a Dewalt, both will work just fine, specially with a 1/e " bit
2069351
Not sure I can tell you what is best, but we have been using it with a Triton TRA001/TRC001 3-1/4-Horsepower Router and it has performed very well. Table works fantastic and adjustments are very user friendly.
2069352
I use a Triton 3 1/4 hp. The integrated lift and soft start are nice features
2069353
Porter Cable 7518. The Kreg and almost all other tables are built around the PC 7518 which has been industry standard for almost 40 years.
1512822
it is posible if someone makes an adapter plate for your table or you can make your own , but i dont think it is a good choice for a router table , ideally you want a bigger router for table routing
1905907
We use a Dw618 Dewalt plunge router with it and it works great. A plunge router makes pinpointing your starting place a lot easier than a fixed base.
605162
Jim G, I'm probably not the best to ask because I've come to conclude that all router tables are very difficult because of the inaccessibility of the router bit for changes. (Same with table saws). If I were hooked to the router table as a main tool, I would invest in those that give you easier access. You did not ask about this but the Kreg fence is not accurate enough for them to boast about the ease of moving and adjusting the fence.
1872609
Take the router table back to Sears. I used an older Bench Dog table with no issues. Remember that the lift plate must fit the table in all dimensions, measure your lift and fit to correct table. I have seen decent router systems for sale on Craigslist, take a look before you pay full price.
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Sorry about any typo. By the way, for now, you could just get any of the name brand AC1750 that is on sale. asus, netgear trendnet are all good. Don't get the AC1900 as the AC is still running at 1.3Gbps, just like the AC1750. Also, make sure you have the wireless adapter to go with the AC router. Get the one with the highest AC speed, I think it is something like 867Mbps with USB3.0, unless your computer comes with AC wireless adapter already (you may still check with the manufacturer on how fast the wireless adapter goes).
1375433
This is a universal fit item.If your router has a flat base plate it should work.You will need to find bolts that will work to bolt it to the table.
1026679
I am almost positive a skil router would fit the skil table. Call or e-mail skil to verify. JS
1646424
I run a small pc repair business, I've configured a lot of WIFI setups for customers. The hardest and the worst routers I've come across are Linksys. I purchased that one and finally just to get it out of my site sold it for 10 bucks. Never again will I purchase products from Linksys. Expensive, terrible support, and just plain not worth the effort. Check around Amazon for some really good deals on "N" routers, 20 or 30 bucks tops and no problem setting up. Hope this helps.Stevix
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I don't have that router, but as I remember, when I ordered the router table, I had to order the plate separately, and had to order it according to the router I was going to use, to insure it had the proper hole pattern. So when I mounted the table and the router to the router plate, everthing fit. I would suggest you check Bench Dog's specs on it to be sure it is listed as compatible with your router.
1302640
I used the Kreg PRS3100 Multi-Purpose Router Table Switch. Works perfectly.
2256795
Yes, I use that router with this table. The table comes with the correct plate to attach the router
143928
after owning one for about a year, This unit is best for jobsite use. If you are looking for a table for your shop, Get something with a bigger table. Dust does accumulate in the cabinet but I haven't had any issues with the router. You will need to leave the door open in hot weather as the router will heat up without air circulation
193709
You could figure out how to do it, I'm sure, but I wouldn't recommend it. My own opinion is that you need a router with a little more guts to stick in a router table. This one is really for more delicate work, like mortising hinges or routing in inlay.
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hey,thank you for your advice. first of all i have a linksys router so that would be a problem. seems like these deals are not that good and too much for a computer newbie such as me :)
1511058
Certainly the GL is a better model, but unless users really want to hack their routers and don't care if they void the warranty, this version (v5-v7) is good enough for most purposes.I would go to the Linksys website and get the latest firmware, and possibly upgrade the antennas if necessary.
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I run a small pc repair business, I've configured a lot of WIFI setups for customers. The hardest and the worst routers I've come across are Linksys. I purchased that one and finally just to get it out of my site sold it for 10 bucks. Never again will I purchase products from Linksys. Expensive, terrible support, and just plain not worth the effort. Check around Amazon for some really good deals on "N" routers, 20 or 30 bucks tops and no problem setting up. Hope this helps. Stevix