Router Accessories

Router tables transform a handheld router into a stationary tool for more precise edge work and joinery.  Adjustable fences, miter gauges, featherboards and dust ports improve control and safety.  Accessories such as lift mechanisms and template guides expand your routing capabilities.

What are the benefits of using a router table?
Router tables allow you to mount a handheld router upside down, transforming it into a stationary tool. This setup provides better control, accuracy, and safety when routing small pieces, edge profiles, and joinery cuts. It also allows for the use of fences, featherboards, jigs, and dust collection, enhancing both precision and efficiency.

What accessories are commonly used with router tables?
Popular accessories include:

• Insert plates and lifts – for easy router installation and height adjustment

• Featherboards and hold-downs – for keeping workpieces secure and flush

• Fences with micro-adjustments – for accurate repeat cuts and alignment

• Miter gauges and sleds – for angled or crosscut routing

• Dust collection ports and guards – for a cleaner, safer work area
  These accessories greatly expand the versatility and accuracy of your router table setup.

How do I choose the right router table and accessories?

• Compatibility: Ensure your router matches the insert plate or router lift system

• Table size and base: Choose a size appropriate for your workspace and the materials you’ll be working with

• Fence system: Look for adjustable, sturdy fences with dust ports and clear scales

• Accessory mounting: Tables with T-tracks or slots allow for more jig and accessory flexibility

• Build quality: A flat, rigid table surface (MDF, cast aluminum, or steel) and a stable base ensure consistent results
  Router tables are essential for precision routing, improved safety, and efficient workflow in any woodworking shop.