Under table router.

[conny]

I have a Charnwood table top router table, (bought as a present without asking first), but my router, (which will fit the table), has to be operated by a safety button and hold down trigger switch. So I am actually unable to use the set up without breaking a few safety regs, (such as tie wrapping the switch on and simply using the socket switch as suggested by a mate), which means I am now on the lookout for a suitable router that can be mounted under the table with an on/off switch that is operated at the side.
Any suggestions?

 

[Notch7]

I would recommend a no volt release switch

https://www.machinery4wood.co.uk/Ch...MIoqGJo_Gp8gIVWeR3Ch0cKg9dEAQYBiABEgLig_D_BwE

that’s safer than using a switch on the router.

 

[conny]

But I would still need to hold the trigger in somehow on my current one.

 

[SFK]

I made a foot switch to control Dremel and table router.

Table router switch is cable tided to on.

A plug, length of wire, foot switch, length of cable, socket (into which to plug the router).

This is similar to the foot switch I used.


https://www.amazon.co.uk/QLOUNI-Ind...9Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

 

[Notch7]

But I would still need to hold the trigger in somehow on my current one.

Yes indeed, usually a cable tie does the job.

although that may seem dangerous, if it’s only plugged through a NVR switch, the router can only be switched on when you operate the switch - and doing so your hands are nowhere near the router or cutter.

 

[SFK]

Or in place of foot switch fit and NVR switch onto the the table:

https://www.axminstertools.com/kedu...utm_content=1792&tagrid=41820739&glCountry=GB

 

[SFK]

As Notch says: it is safe having the machine cable tided on if a NVR switch is used.

 

[Captain Nemesis]

if it’s only plugged through a NVR switch, the router can only be switched on when you operate the switch - and doing so your hands are nowhere near the router or cutter.

Well, one of them isnt.

 

[Munroast]

I would recommend a no volt release switch

https://www.machinery4wood.co.uk/Ch...MIoqGJo_Gp8gIVWeR3Ch0cKg9dEAQYBiABEgLig_D_BwE

that’s safer than using a switch on the router.

We have one like this and it eels very safe to use, just feels like any of the other free standing workshop tools.

 

[Deleted member 174758]

Sounds like you need an NOVR switch together with a router which has a lockin on slide switch. Routers that spring to mind include the deWalt DW625, deWalt DW615, Trend T10, Trend T11 and (I think) the Trend T5 which all have lock-on slide power switches

The only (expensive) alternative that comes to mind is the Sauter router motor. I believe that Rutlands sell the same router under their own name.

 

[conny]

Decided to go with one of these;

NVR Switch 230V 1ph E Stop | Axminster Tools

For now I can either bypass the hold down switch, (which would be a faff to swap back if I want to use it hand held), or use the tie wrap.

Thanks for the replies guys. Got something to mull over for future use.

 

[SFK]

Sorry if you have already bought it - but they sell a NVR with the cable pre attached:
https://www.axminstertools.com/axminster-bs-13a-plug-socket-nvr-switch-103621?glCountry=GB

 

[conny]

Sorry if you have already bought it - but they sell a NVR with the cable pre attached:
https://www.axminstertools.com/axminster-bs-13a-plug-socket-nvr-switch-103621?glCountry=GB

Thanks SFK but I've already ordered the other one.
Coming from an electrical background, (and with various lengths of different cables), I will be able to put a lead on the one I have selected.