Makita RT0700CX4/2 240V Router/Trimmer, Includes Trimmer Base

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Taking its power from a 12V Lithium-Ion battery, the GKF means you can work at any angle or in any place without worrying about tripping over cables. It’s ideal for working above your head or in awkward spots. It’s incredibly light at just over 1 kg, compared to other palm routers like the DeWalt D26200. Nowadays, top brands offer work boots in a whole array of colours and designs to give more options to the buyer, as well as doing a fantastic job at keeping your feet safe while you are working. Cheap / Off brand Power Tools Many bargain footwear suppliers offer work boots for a fantastic price. But these are often not steel toe capped, do not have anti-fatigue soles and won’t protect your feet against liquids or extreme heat. In fact, some boots that look the part may as well be a pair of sandals if a hammer or power tool was to drop on your foot. Speed Control - The router has a variable speed controller, giving you the ability to adjust it to suit the task and material at hand. It's designed to maintain a constant speed under load. Cheap drill bits do not cut well when they are brand new and don’t cut cleanly either. It will make the job slower and more difficult. It can be challenging to identify if a cheap drill bit is doing a good job because they can work great on lighter materials. Once you go to use it on the heavier stuff, however, you will run into an array of issues that will frustrate you. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

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First of all, many well-known brand names tend to boast about their flagship tools in television, trade magazines and online ads. They tend to make the harder jobs look extremely simple when using their specific brand. Of course, the basis of this is to help sell their product. So is this a realistic representation of what the tool can do for you, especially if you’re just starting out? The answer is no. Different skill levels and experience has a significant factor in the effectiveness of a tool, as well as other things.

Wear clothing that fits well. Loose clothing or accessories can get caught in a tool’s moving parts, which could result in dire consequences. Variable speed control dial: The Makita 18v cordless trimmer has a large switch and dial that allows you to have complete control of the tool thanks to its variable speed, allowing you to adjust the speed depending on the task at hand. Dimensions - The router has a collet capacity of 6mm and 8mm (1/4 inch), a plunge capacity (with the trimmer base) between 0 and 40mm, and a plunge capacity (with the plunge base) between 0 and 35mm. When working at heights, never leave tools lying out in the areas where they could present a hazard to the people below. The Makita 240v 1/4in Router/Trimmer has variable speed control to best assist you with accuracy while working. What's more, the precision depth adjustment means you can get your desired results meaning it is ideal for professionals and DIY enthusiasts. On top of this, with double insulation, you're provided with great durabilty, making this router a fantastic addition to your exisiting tool collection.

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Design - The router has a flat top which improves its stability when changing bits. It's also double insulated for safety and features a durable aluminium body and base. An ergonomic grip facilitates comfortable use. Stable Flat top: The Makita trimmer has been designed for upmost stability to increase safety. This makes it easy to change blades, when changing bits the trimmer should be placed on a flat surface.

This is a simple to use, light yet powerful palm router that makes the most of its 710 Watt soft start motor. It can turn cutting bits up to a massive 30,000 rpm. You can select different speeds with the control dial and even use it one-handed if you’re confident. There is a long list of brands that excel in specific tools, but don’t do so well with others. One company that is fantastic across the board is Screwfix. Of all 11 products there were a total of 3 that were more expensive and 6 that were cheaper than Makita RT0700CX4/2 710W ¼” Electric Router Trimmer 240V.Soft start: The soft start function on this Makita router with trimmer guide allows for minimum mistakes and is perfect for tasks that need careful consideration. It means you are fully prepared to begin trimming without surprise starts. Cut from the same quality cloth as the best palm router on our list, Makita’s DRT50ZX4 is a brushless cordless trimmer that gives you all the power you need without the cord to trip over. This little beast forms part of Makita’s excellent LXT range of Lithium-Ion powered tools. You can share the batteries from your drill or saw to power up this palm router, making it brilliantly versatile. The best palm routers can produce seriously high speeds, in the region of 30,000 rpm to make short work of timber and other soft materials. The speeds your palm router can reach depend on the size of the motor, and you must accept that the bigger the motor is, the heavier the tool becomes.