A combination that ensures a continuous delivery of power for fixing heavy duty screws up to 150mm in length. Rubber over moulds on the casing and a slim waist profile allows the sander to be gripped on top or around the waist for better control in different applications, with the dust shrouded control switch well placed for left or right handed operation. Dual Bases - Plunge and Trim base options for a wide range of applications including Trend trade hinge jigs DUAL BASES - Plunge and Trim base options for a wide range of applications including Trend trade hinge jigs. Trend goes cordless! Introducing Trend Cordless Power Tools, a System 65 years in the making - Powered by Trend Trinity Technology. The Trend T18S/R14KB 1/4" cordless router features interchangeable bases for different work applications, increased control and diversity, along with a brushless motor for increased battery performance, reduced wear and tear and a compact lightweight design. Guide bush centralisation feature ensures precision and consistency when used on template and jig routing applications. Trend Base Configuration allows all Trend Guide Bushes to fit directly to the bases to achieve more. 16mm Guide bush supplied for use with hinge jigs.

Slimline grip and long paddle switch offer increased comfort and ease of operation in all applicationsProfessional carpentry and woodworking – and industrial range aimed at the most demanding applications in manufacturing and woodworking The T18S-CH6A charger is designed to be used on a benchtop, stable worksurface or with the keyhole slots on the base, allow for wall mounting. That’s enough runtime to joint up at least 10 kitchen cabinets plus two full worktop joints; the perfect tool for bespoke kitchen and bathroom builds, bedroom fitouts, shopfitting and more. The extra cutting depth and increased cutter capacity offering more functionality for multiple applications whether moulding, jointing, rebating or jig use. In a runtime test with the 5Ah battery, 250 mitre cuts were made in 18x119mm MDF skirting before the battery required recharging. Alternatively, 190 90° cuts were made in 100x50 CLS pine, before the battery was depleted.

Providing up to 60mm plunge capacity and 38mm cutter capacity, the T18S/R12 exceeds all competitor 1/4" routers on the market. Brushless motor for increased performance, reduced motor wear and tear and a compact lightweight designVariable Speed Motor - Controlled cutting on materials including hard and soft woods, sheet materials, laminates and plastics The T18S Trend Cordless Power Tool Range has intelligent electrics within a built in Electronic Protection System (EPS System). The brushless motor keeps the T18S-IDB compact, lightweight and balanced with any of the 5Ah, 4Ah or 2Ah battery options fitted, With variable speeds ranging from 6000 to 12000 orbits per minute, it can also be used for applying polishes and waxes to a surface when a suitable pad is fitted. RD Sheet 18v Li Ion Orbital Sander for high quality fine finishing and general sanding applications

On the positive side, it matches Kobalt’s top ergonomics score but isn’t as top-heavy with a 5.0Ah battery on it. Its sightline is a bit better and it feels more powerful even though it has the same 30,000 RPM top speed. As of right now, the best cordless routers are all trim routers. That may change in the future as battery and motor technology improve. The top speed we’ve seen is 31,000 RPM and anything closing in on the 30,000 RPM mark should have no problem with most 1/4-inch shank router bits. The ‘Maximum’ allows extra-large biscuits to be used for increased strength on bigger work, while the ‘Simplex’ and ‘Duplex’ settings are designed for specialist fittings for additional functionality.

The 11 hole EVA hook and loop base takes the Trend High Performance range of abrasives and comes with 3 sheets included, along with a dust bag for waste management. The dust outlet ensures maximum efficiency and dust control when fitted to a suitable Extractor.