Ryobi ERT-2100V Router

[Delaine]

Hi, I have just taken possession of a new Ryobi ERT-2100V router. Haven't had time to use it yet but it certainly feels like a well made piece of kit.
The main reason for buying this router (apart from the price) was the 2100 watts of power which will come in handy for router table use. However it doesn't appear to have a "lock on" switch function so that it can be used in conjunction with a NVR switch.
Should this router be able locked in the ON position(if yes then mine is faulty), or whenever I want to use it in the router table, am I going to have to tape the switch in the ON position?
Any thoughts would be appreciated

 

[big-all]

routers come in 2 sorts push for on or slide to lock on

in general tape dosnt work for to long as the adhesive gives up and the plastic stretches

you need somthing along the lines off a tunning fork shape
or a cable tie with folding wedges taped in place
folding wedges are identical back to back giving a parralel surface and as you push the wedges together the parralel surface spread appart

 

[Delaine]

Thanks big-all, should have checked the switch before buying. Never mind, I suppose a Jubilee Clip should do the job of keeping it switched on whilst in the table.
Just been searching the site trying to get a feel for the quality of Ryobi. they seem to be fairly well rated for light use. Not much said about routers though.
Anyone got any feedback for this router.

 

[big-all]

be carfull with a jubilee clip as they can excert immense pressure and not very evenly

ryobi are fantastic value on a budget great for diy or light to medium trade of course you wil already know my thoughts if you have done a search

 

[Delaine]

will do big-all, can't wait to try it out.
By the way, I bought a set of Faithfull router bits to go with it. Pricewise I don't expect them to come any where near CMT or Trend bits, but should I expect them to dull and fall to pieces during the first pass of 3/4" Pine?

 

[big-all]

no a routre bit should cut several hundred metres before needing honning assuming its tct[tungsten carbon tipped]

what set do you have !!

rutlands do a toledo range of reasonable cutters at a reasonable price

http://www.rutlands.co.uk/power-too...er-sets/TR303/ultimate-multi-set---1_2"-shank

and theres 66 cutters in the box not 64

all the cutter sets [if the link works]
http://www.rutlands.co.uk/cgi-bin/psProdSrch.cgi/router~sets~@c~@b::0::user::1,0,0,1::::38::w

 

[Delaine]

wow, what a set of bits the Ultimate set is. They seem like really good value at around £1.80 a bit. I can see what is going to be on this years Christmas list.
The ones I have got as a starter set are these:

http://www.toolstop.co.uk/faithfull...gsten-carbide-router-bit-set-15-in-case-p1121

Sometimes suppliers say that router bits are able to be sharpened. How can you sharpen router bits? Is it economical or are you best chucking them in the bin and buying new ones/

 

[big-all]

these cutters can be sharpened but to be honnest not worth the effort unless you go for the £5 to £10 bracket for individual cutters

you can hone cutters with a diamond slip stone on the flat face only but its lots off work and i am lazy

havent discussed what you hope to do with your router need to know so we can suggest approriate cutter sets and other bits and peices

 

[Delaine]

it is first going to be used to finish off making the router table and then to help construct stands for small workshop equipment(bandsaws etc) as I acquire them. Also to help construct storage cabinets/shelves for the garage-come-workshop. Then probably dabble in a little(basic) cabinet making(wardrobes for kids bedrooms etc) with the router predominately used in the router table. Nothing on a commercial level, just home DIY and if good enough for family etc.

 

[big-all]

you will need a set off alternative bearing to alter the with off your rebates

http://uk.yhs.search.yahoo.com/avg/..._uk&p=rebate+cutter+with+alternative+bearings

you can usualy buy a rebate cutter and 4 bearings for around £12
yo can also use them with a slot cutter

although you dont need them once your table is up and running but for cutting rebates for back pannels on furniture you need a hand router andalternative bearings and a corner chisel
http://www.toolstation.com/documents/search/index.html?searchstr=53349

 

[Delaine]

thanks big-all, there are some good links there. Just had a brief look at a couple of sites and it looks like I need to be on the lookout for a good 1/4" router. This Ryobi seems to be a bit too much of a beast for some of the hand routing. Still the more power tools the better, eh!.

 

[big-all]

i have 5 routers plus 2 broken

i have a hitachi m12v 1850w about 10 year old under the router table
a good old b&d 450w 20 ish years old perminantly set up for home made templates
power devil 850w about 12 years old under a home made router table
http://s21.photobucket.com/albums/b270/bigall2005/?action=view&current=workshop009.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b270/bigall2005/workshop009.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>
ferm 900w around 8 years old broken fan so overheats
a challenge 1100w around 6 years old slipping collet
homebase equivilent off the power devil 900w
ryobi 1150et that is actualy a half inch router
and a ryobi p600 one+ router/trimmer
http://www.ryobitools.com/catalog/18v_oneplus/router_rotary

 

[Delaine]

changing the subject slightly,
just bought a HEC 10" bandsaw and stand off ebay. apparentley only used once(oh really I hear you say), looks in good nick though. I have taken a bit of a gamble though cos couldn't get any info reviews etc off google about HEC machines. Still it only cost £61 so if it is a bit of a dog it doesn't matter that much. Looks like the SIP 01484.
Have you heard of HEC?