Routers – My Wood Gear

10 Must-Know Wood Router Safety Tips

Thomas Steven — Sat, 19 Aug 2023 00:29:00 +0000

A wood router is a powerful tool that demands careful handling due to its sharp carbide-tipped cutting bits that spin at dizzying speeds. Therefore, good safety practices are vital whenever you use a wood router. So, here you will get the 10 must know wood router safety tips to help ...

The 10 Best Wood Router For Woodworking In 2025

Thomas Steven — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 04:43:26 +0000

Precision cutting is not an easy feat, but with the help of the best wood router, it can be easily achieved. There are many types of wood routers available in the market and choosing the best one for your needs can be a tough ask. Even as an expert woodworker, ...

How Hard Is It to Learn to Use a CNC Router

Thomas Steven — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 19:14:45 +0000

Knowing how to use a CNC router can be tricky for beginners. While learning the basics of a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) router can be straightforward, intermediate and advanced CNC routing can take several years to learn. But the good news is that you can quickly learn to use a ...

Your Guide To The Dewalt dwp611pk Compact Router

Thomas Steven — Mon, 10 Apr 2023 20:54:01 +0000

If you’re a professional woodworker or DIY enthusiast, having a high-quality router is essential for creating precise cuts and designs. The Dewalt dwp611pk Compact Router is a powerful tool that offers both versatility and precision, making it a popular choice among woodworkers. N/A The Dewalt dwp611pk is a compact router ...

Your Woodworking Router Buying Guide

Thomas Steven — Sun, 02 Apr 2023 10:39:42 +0000

If you’re considering adding a router to your shop, it can be hard to get good information. Although a router shouldn’t be an essential piece of equipment, it is a versatile tool that will help you to tackle more complex projects. A router is a great tool for joinery, custom ...

What is a Plunge Router? A Beginner’s Guide

Thomas Steven — Sat, 18 Mar 2023 23:29:54 +0000

When a new woodworker is ready to take their workshop to the next level, one of the first tools they consider is a router. This is a versatile power tool, and a plunge router is the most common type that people choose to invest in. In this article, we will ...

Fixed vs Plunge Router: Are They Similar or Different

Thomas Steven — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 18:42:49 +0000

Like any complex power tool, there are many options to choose from with different sizes, power outputs, single or variable-speed motors, and more. There are two common styles of routers, and they both have their strengths and weaknesses. In this article, we will look at the fixed vs plunge router ...

How to Use a Palm Router for Beginners

Thomas Steven — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 14:04:23 +0000

One of the tools that are most handy for finishing is the palm router because it’s easier to control than a plunge router. If you need to cut a lot of stock comfortably, this is the ideal tool, it’s very versatile and the best models have variable speeds and spindle ...

What is a Wood Router?- Why do I Need One and How to Use It

Thomas Steven — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 03:11:35 +0000

What is a wood router? This is an interesting question because a wood router is a useful tool, but it’s not essential for most wood shops. It is entirely possible to make furniture without a router. But, if you understand how, it works and learn to master it, you may ...

Wood Shaper Vs Router – Which One Performs The Best?

Thomas Steven — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 10:07:21 +0000

The wood shaper and router are both a good tool for making tongue and groove joints or beveled edges, but the different mechanisms mean that you will need to consider the wood shaper vs router debate when setting up your workshop. It’s important to understand the distinctions, characteristics, and purposes ...