Router Table Build with the New Trend T14 Router

Having wanted a table mounter router for some time, I finally turn my workbench into a router table and review the new Trend T14 workshop router.

[LukeC]

I don't blame you at all for doing this video, really nice machine and setup. I watched it more to see your install of it all onto the workbench. However as you probably know, most DIYers won't be able to justify spending £800+ on the router+ plate.

On another note, i have seen people use a 'router starter pin' that screws into the mounting plate to give you 2 points of contact for any timber you are sliding along it (the pin and the bearing on your cutter), certainly makes it safer until you have a fence in place

[merrymick]

Your videos are so good. You show such detail and everything you say is clear and informative. Also the way way you film I can see everything your explaining.
You are definitely at the top of my to watch list. 👍

[SpartanMJO]

Really appreciate your skill at operating a camera, people don't appreciate how much effort goes into framing shots well

[Quaker]

Looks like a nice set up and very nice of Trend to help you out.

[bobmcnair]

Excellent video as usual. Just one small point, it's best to rout the end grain first and then do the long grain to mitigate any chip out.

[colindoesdiy]

Nice bit of kit, but just bought a Triton TRA001 to fit in my Table 😁.
When routing out for an insert plate like that, I find it useful to stick a small off cut of Ply of the same thickness of the template to the router opposite to the template, which prevents the router tipping over 😁

[petermartintv]

speaking from personal definitely one of the best tools ever for instantly
removing bits of fingers or hands

[valborchardt]

Very very nice Stuart, enjoy. Take care as always from South Africa

[DeafMaker]

I think using the narrow end of the bench you've actually made it easier for yourself to add a fence and dust extraction. Also you still have the option of using the front of the workbench for wider opjects if needed. Looking good. I would never be able to afford the Trend T14 in the current climate, but I am interested in the insert plate. Look forward to seeing you do more routering, who knows it might improve the strength of your wifi :-D

[olson.pamela]

Fantastic camera work on this video Stuart!

[epmonster]

It really grinds my pickle when the same company that I've been trying to get to replace my faulty tools from, that refuses me and messes me about until my guarantee expires, can just send these youtubers totally free goods just for exposure! I've spent more than i care to think about on Trend tools over the years and they can't sort my issues out but can straight up send totally free of charge tools to these guys. Shouldn't the people that pay out of there own pocket be priority for them? Obviously not🤦🏻‍♂️. Done with Trend as a company

[paulnoone]

Hi, good video, but one thing you didnt cover, is, can you wind it all the way up to change the bit?

[kevinfisher]

I made one to but the dust went into the blade hole and set on fire so i had to make a dust collection cowle, it works a treat.

[Stu]

Proper job again mate. You posh git you. 😂 enjoy the video mate, will be looking at trend gear later.

[steved]

The trend system whilst very good is also very very expensive, if you wanted a dedicated table router system with router lift then a separate motor and raising plate from somewhere like Rutland tools would be cheaper.

[sandman]

It does look like a very good setup, in your next vid you do could you drop in that one of your long time subs needs the same setup like yours it would be most appreciated many thanks in advance and i look forward to hearing from you in the near future.

[kevincooke]

Having had a router table for a while, for dust extraction you will find that making a box or a sealed chamber for the router to be in is essential. When routing a channel in a piece of wood, the extraction on a fence is useless, as the workpiece will completely cover the router bit. Extraction is needed from under the table. Also a pin in the plate should be used when edge profiling like you did at the end of this video for the work piece to run against. Funny you should mention losing fingers as I did lose the end of one of mine in the router table, after the workpiece kicked back suddenly.

[cyberlizardcouk]

would be great to have the option of foot control.

[roberthall]

I've got a Silverline ½" router (£96) in a table with a Charnwood W026 NVR Safety Switch (£35) and a scissor jack (£5 from scrapyard) for lifting it

[janebutz]

My dream video would be if Bill Bailey (of DIY Sandwich fame) joined you on one of your videos! Just sayin’!