Safety in the workshop is of paramount importance, particularly when it comes to table mounted routers, where more often than not the tools, switch is locked in the 'on' position, thus making inadvertent starting a real possibility. The ProRouter Switch is a No Volt Release switch that always resets to the 'off' position whenever the power supply is interrupted, for example when the lead is unplugged, or in a blackout.
Featuring a large easy to use Buttons and fully wired plug and socket connectors complete with a 1 metre extension lead, the ProRouter Switch, can easily be installed on any convenient flat surface. The router socket feeds through a 45 - 50mm diameter hole, ensuring that there is no need to touch the electrical connections. These type of switches are mandatory in many countries, made in Australia from quality, components the ProRouter Switch should be part of your router table safety regime.
If you're doing free hand routing, you know how tricky it can be to start the cut. Router bits tend to spin the board and gouge the wrong edge when you start the cut. This often results in damage to your carefully shaped furniture parts. Starting Pins can help you gain control but don't offer dust collection or protection from flying chips. The new Woodpecker Free-Hand Guard does all these things in a well built, high quality form.
The Free-Hand Guard serves three purposes; first it provides a fulcrum to rest your board against, second a dust port for a hose hook up and third a shield to keep chips from flying up into your face. (The shield is not a substitute for safety goggles.)
Our new Free-Hand Guard attaches directly to any Woodpecker Router Plate or Lift and Woodcraft's Pinnacle Router Plate. Two knobs make it simple and fast to install or remove. It's also adaptable to other brand plates by simply drilling two holes and using the included alternate attachment screws. (Instructions included.)
The Free-Hand Guard is made up of a laminated birch base, a Phenolic top plate, an acrylic shield with a combination 2-1/2” – 2-1/4” dust port.
Accommodates materials up to 1-1/2” (38mm) in thickness.
There is nothing more rewarding than to be able to give a new life to a fantastic piece of timber, that may have been in its former life a bridge beam or a floor joist from a wool store.
Great you say!! ... but what if I hit a nail or screw? What will happen to my blades?
The Detector Wizard is your answer, it's wand style is simply passed over the recycled material, detecting those dangerous 'nasty's' that could create havoc in your workshop.
