Using other make routers with MFT3

[Hookie]

Hi Folks,

Is it possible to fit routers, other than Festools, to the rail on the MFT 3 workbench?

It isn't that I don't want a Festool router,  ;D but I have more than enough routers of other makes. (Elu, Bosch
and DeWalt)

So, before I rush out to buy a Festool Router, can I rig up my Elu 1/2" to fit the rail?  [scratch chin]

Thanks in Anticipation.  [big grin]
Hookie

 

[peter halle]

Of course you can if you make a sled that fits the rail profiles.  You will also need to make allowances for the elevation of the sled off the workpiece due to the rail.  Whether or not it will have adjustability towards or away from the rail will depend on your ingenuity. 

Peter

 

[NERemodeling]

Before I decided to spring for a 1010 I was planning to mount my Bosch 1617 to the lr32 adaptor plate.  It would have worked but would have required some careful drilling and tapping.  If you don't already have the entire lr32 kit make sure when you buy the plate you also pick up a centering mandrel for initial setup

 

[rljatl]

This works with Porter-Cable routers.
DEWALT DWS5031 TrackSaw Router Adapter

 

[Paul G]

This works with Porter-Cable routers.
DEWALT DWS5031 TrackSaw Router Adapter

Does that fit to festool guide rails?

 

[rljatl]

This works with Porter-Cable routers.
DEWALT DWS5031 TrackSaw Router Adapter

Does that fit to festool guide rails?

Yes.  Some people have reported that there is a slight amount of slop, even after full adjustment of the cams, that can be taken up with a bit of UHMW tape.
Slick Strips

 

[Paul G]

Could this be used somehow? http://www.festoolusa.com/power-tool-accessories/routers/hole-drilling-system/lr-32-hole-drilling-set-583290

 

[Paul G]

This works with Porter-Cable routers.
DEWALT DWS5031 TrackSaw Router Adapter

Does that fit to festool guide rails?

Yes.  Some people have reported that there is a slight amount of slop, even after full adjustment of the cams, that can be taken up with a bit of UHMW tape.
Slick Strips

Thanks for the info

 

[MrToolJunkie]

There are other brand tools that make adaptors too -- Micro-Fence is one that adapts to most routers and they make a guide rail attachment.  Not sure if they ship Internationally, but you can easily check and I would guess that they do.  Super high-quality stuff.

Scot

 

[Dongar]

This is a link to a thread in which I posted some pictures of a adapter I made to use a Bosch D handle router to Festools guide rail. On the second page there are pictures of it with dust pickup added. It was easy to build and works well. I had considered cutting it in half and adding rods to make it adjustable but I have not found any need for that yet. Don  http://festoolownersgroup.com/festool-tools-accessories/which-saw-which-track-which-miter-which-clamps-which-system/

 

[Hookie]

Thanks folks.

I think I shall have to see to my settings. I had no notification of replies to my original post! My hiccup then.  ;D

On balance, I think I will buy a Festool router and the necessary kit; eventually... I just ordered a Domino XL, due sometime in the next few days and clearly, I shall have to rein in a bit.

I do have a router and Trend Routerack for using the router overhead, so I will see if I can adapt that to the MFT. It should be possible, and if it works well, I'll photograph anything worthwhile.

Thanks again for all the advice.
Much appreciated.

John  [cool]