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Title: would this router work for tmolding or does anyone know of a cordless router ?
Post by: mebronx2000 on November 03, 2013, 07:51:36 pm

i am looking for a cordless router to cut wood for t molding doe's anyone think this would work ?
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-18-Volt-ONE-Trim-Router-P600/100342147#specifications (http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-18-Volt-ONE-Trim-Router-P600/100342147#specifications)

Title: Re: would this router work for tmolding or does anyone know of a cordless router ?
Post by: PL1 on November 03, 2013, 08:38:39 pm

If all you're doing is the CP for your DK/Mario cab it MIGHT work.

Battery power + trim router (intended for use on laminate) + T-molding bit = not likely to work for too long.

I'd definitely advise against using that setup for a full-size-cab side.

Consider renting (or buying used) a good full-size corded router.


Scott

Title: Re: would this router work for tmolding or does anyone know of a cordless router ?
Post by: matt4949 on November 03, 2013, 08:48:35 pm

I agree with PL1. Good routers can be found on craigslist for 20 -30 bucks all the time.

Title: Re: would this router work for tmolding or does anyone know of a cordless router ?
Post by: mebronx2000 on November 03, 2013, 09:23:15 pm

Quote from: PL1 on November 03, 2013, 08:38:39 pm

If all you're doing is the CP for your DK/Mario cab it MIGHT work.

Battery power + trim router (intended for use on laminate) + T-molding bit = not likely to work for too long.

I'd definitely advise against using that setup for a full-size-cab side.

Consider renting (or buying used) a good full-size corded router.


Scott

the money is not the issue the cord is !! i want a cordless one ! thanks  :notworthy:

Title: Re: would this router work for tmolding or does anyone know of a cordless router ?
Post by: matt4949 on November 03, 2013, 09:53:28 pm

There are no good cordless routers.

Title: Re: would this router work for tmolding or does anyone know of a cordless router ?
Post by: shponglefan on November 03, 2013, 10:51:39 pm

Quote from: matt4949 on November 03, 2013, 09:53:28 pm

There are no good cordless routers.

^ This. 

Title: Re: would this router work for tmolding or does anyone know of a cordless router ?
Post by: Slippyblade on November 04, 2013, 01:00:52 am

For a router to work properly it needs high RPM and high torque.  Battery power cannot supply either of those for very long.  I love the Ryobi 1+ series, I have several of them myself.  I'd not bother with this router.

Title: Re: would this router work for tmolding or does anyone know of a cordless router ?
Post by: JDFan on November 04, 2013, 08:53:52 am

Just realize that the one you linked is just the router assembly --- NO BATTERY OR CHARGER INCLUDED so expect to pay another $60-$80 for the battery and charger ( ie. This $60 unit http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-18-Volt-One-Lithium-Ion-Upgrade-Kit-P128/203466924#.UnenJxDOT40 (http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-18-Volt-One-Lithium-Ion-Upgrade-Kit-P128/203466924#.UnenJxDOT40) ) -- so the entire thing without any bits and only a single battery will be running $120 !!! (you usually want at least 2 batteries if using it very often so you don't have to wait 4 hours for it to recharge in the middle of a job -- which would mean this $130 dual battery pack http://www.homedepot.com/p/Unbranded-18-Volt-Compact-Lithium-Plus-and-Charger-Kit-2-Pack-P109-117/204100851#.UneokBDOT40 (http://www.homedepot.com/p/Unbranded-18-Volt-Compact-Lithium-Plus-and-Charger-Kit-2-Pack-P109-117/204100851#.UneokBDOT40)  )

Title: Re: would this router work for tmolding or does anyone know of a cordless router ?
Post by: mebronx2000 on November 04, 2013, 01:32:52 pm

i will take your guys  advice !! thanks for all your help ! :notworthy: :applaud: :cheers:

Title: Re: would this router work for tmolding or does anyone know of a cordless router ?
Post by: kahlid74 on November 05, 2013, 10:39:20 am

Late to the party but yeah, corded router will serve you better with what you're planning to do.