Anthony Watson
02-04-2010, 11:37 AM
I currently have my router mounted under the end of my workbench. I just drilled a 2" hole for the bits, routed a recess for the router, and screwed the router to the underside of the top. With a simple pivoting fence this has worked very well for me.
However, I need to replace the top of my workbench, and am debating whether to reinstall the router the same way in the new top, or to purchase a router plate.
At $60-90 or more, I'm curious what advantages a router plate offers other than easier bit changes? I have an adjustment knob for my PC693 router than I just lower the bit till I can reach the collet with my wrenches. It's not a huge deal, so I'm having a hard time justifying the cost and complication of a router plate.
Do router plates have any other advantages?
Any recommendations for a plate for my PC693 router?
Thanks,
Anthony
However, I need to replace the top of my workbench, and am debating whether to reinstall the router the same way in the new top, or to purchase a router plate.
At $60-90 or more, I'm curious what advantages a router plate offers other than easier bit changes? I have an adjustment knob for my PC693 router than I just lower the bit till I can reach the collet with my wrenches. It's not a huge deal, so I'm having a hard time justifying the cost and complication of a router plate.
Do router plates have any other advantages?
Any recommendations for a plate for my PC693 router?
Thanks,
Anthony