Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 5 hours ago
Examining router table setup for a woodworking shop, with special focus on router lift considerations. Should you choose a router with built-in lift like a Triton or Freud FT1700? Or go for the precision of a dedicated Router lift like the Kreg PRS500 or similar system? A woodworking power tool conundrum!
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Chapters
0:00 Intro to router table setup
0:23 Router plate considerations
1:12 Standard router insert plate size
1:30 Problems with bit changes in a router table
2:19 Sneak Peek: Custom Portable Phenolic Router Table
2:53 Bent wrenches for router table bit changes
3:11 One-step router collet maintenance
3:32 Router lift Pros and Cons
3:53 Router life shake test for stability
4:37 Custom router table fence and mounting options
5:25 Bench Dog full size router table features
6:15 Milescraft Dust Router dust collection for router table
6:52 Freud FT1700 advantages
8:21 Auto locking router collet explained
8:32 Triton router experience in router table
9:19 Kreg PRS5000 router lift mounting
9:52 Kreg router lift clamp mechanism
11:20 Conclusion on router table lift thoughts
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Examining router table setup for a woodworking shop, with special focus on router lift considerations. Should you choose a router with built-in lift like a Triton or Freud FT1700? Or go for the precision of a dedicated Router lift like the Kreg PRS500 or similar system? A woodworking power tool conundrum!
Kreg Router Lift amzn.to/4sc5R5I
Kreg Phenolic Plate amzn.to/46rUGxs
Bosch 1617 Router amzn.to/4s4kOGU
Milescraft Dust Collection Kit amzn.to/4aUhlUH
Makerstock (Maker Stock) Phenolic Plywood amzn.to/40vy1wH
Jessem Flex Stock Guides amzn.to/4u2lvCI
Please subscribe to The Thoughtful Woodworker! Let's get you on board!
Chapters
0:00 Intro to router table setup
0:23 Router plate considerations
1:12 Standard router insert plate size
1:30 Problems with bit changes in a router table
2:19 Sneak Peek: Custom Portable Phenolic Router Table
2:53 Bent wrenches for router table bit changes
3:11 One-step router collet maintenance
3:32 Router lift Pros and Cons
3:53 Router life shake test for stability
4:37 Custom router table fence and mounting options
5:25 Bench Dog full size router table features
6:15 Milescraft Dust Router dust collection for router table
6:52 Freud FT1700 advantages
8:21 Auto locking router collet explained
8:32 Triton router experience in router table
9:19 Kreg PRS5000 router lift mounting
9:52 Kreg router lift clamp mechanism
11:20 Conclusion on router table lift thoughts
As an Amazon Associate I earn commissions, and am grateful for your support. Or check out my entire curated collection at The Thoughtful Woodworker (Shop Tested)...
amazon.com/shop/thethoughtfulwoodworker?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_aipsfthethoughtfulwoodworker_1DYK45DCD40M5S65WA8H_2
