Router Table

[morpheus83uk]

Hello,

I have previously made my own router table however due to vibration this failed and is now uneven, I have since made another one but modified the design but still nothing so I am now at the point of purchasing one to save time and effort.

I am looking at both of these which both support my router however I have heard both good and bad things about each and I am wondering what other thought on here:

Trend: https://www.trenddirectuk.com/crt-mk3-craftpro-router-table-mk3-240v

Bosch: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bosch-RA1181-Benchtop-Router-Table/dp/B000H12DQ6

People have said that they dont like the plastic feet of the Bosch and also the fence wobbles and the Trend they didn't like how it fits together (the initial build) and that the dust extraction needs modifying as its at a funny angle.

I would like something which works properly and can give me a long life with plenty of use.

What are peoples thoughts?

Thanks

James

 

[Deleted member 174758]

AFAIK the Bosch model is only available in the USA these days. Dust extraction on pretty much anything you buy (router or table) can always be improved; for example my DW622 is sometimes fitted with a home-made Tufnol sub-base which has a Festool chip deflector attached - great for edge rebating MDF. Have to wonder why vibration is affecting your home-made ones - never had that problem

 

[chappers]

can't remember the last time I got the router table out. Normally knock one up when I need one from a bit of ply or MDF. Cut a hole in it, screw the router to it, make a fence up out of a bit of batten and sling it across two saw horses

 

[morpheus83uk]

Ah right so the Bosch sounds like it's out then if it's USA only.

What are the thoughts on the trend?

Thanks

James