I am on the hunt for the perfect router table to elevate my woodworking game. I have been crafting for a few years now, building everything from small pieces to custom cabinetry. While I have done my research, finding the ideal fit for my compact workshop is proving challenging.
I am looking for a router table that’s built to last, easy to use, and versatile enough to handle various router and accessory combinations. Of course, budget is a factor, but I’m willing to invest in a tool that delivers excellent performance.
I also check this: https://community.axminstertools.com/t/a-selection-of-the-best-router-table-accessories But I have not found any solution could anyone provide me the best solution for this? I’m particularly interested in recommendations for models from Axminster or other trusted brands. If you’ve had hands-on experience with a router table that you love, please share your insights. Your advice will be invaluable as I work towards my next woodworking project.
A router table is unquestionably THE most useful bit of kit in the workshop if you exclude a bandsaw, drum sander, disc sander, P/T, pillar drill, dx gear, lathe, Tormek and all hand tools (which includes a really heavy bench) but it’s a very slippery slope. Short answer is that all Ax tables are good but cast iron is your friend; be prepared though, to dig deep into your pockets and buy the basic kit that covers the type of work you intend to do on it; don’t be tempted to buy stuff that you’ll never use.
Note in my list of desirable equipment, a table saw in a small workshop is a waste of space and most of them aren’t accurate enough. I’ve had two and now rely on a pair of Ax bandsaws (one big for deep sawing and a little’n for every day stuff.)
Don’t buy the UJK dust extraction box for your table, it’s a waste of money; a chocolate teapot is more useful. The only thing it does do is to cut down the racket but then so does a pair of ear muffs!
I bought the UJK Router, lovely machine, cast iron and solid. But I have have had horrendous problems with the phenolic inserts seizing up in the orifice. Even when thoroughly cleaned they won’t fit back in. I have had to resort to buying sheets of polypropeline and drilling the necessary holes to fit over the table. but although that stops the dust falling into the router, limits your activity in using sliding rests.
