Which router

[GOL]

Hi all
My 1/2inch router has seen its last days now it's an excuse to get a new router , I'm not too sure which to get either the of1010 or of1400 ?
Here is a list of the following applications
Routering mdf and solid wood etc fluting curves etc
Boring hinges with a 35mm bit but will change over to boring them with pilar drill in new year
Making a joint in work tops that are 38mm Formica or solid timber tops
Maybe get the lr32 system

Now my collection of Routering bits would be quite small in what I have in half inch compared to my selection in 3/8 bits

I never really used my router for that many applications before as I lacked confidence in what I could do and what I couldn't , hopefully one of the festool routers would change this I guess ?
Any help greatly appreciated ?

 

[Wuffles]

I could be reading this wrong, but the OF1010 doesn't "do" 1/2 inch bits, so it's no good for the worktop "thing" - I am bound to be proved wrong, in that I am sure you could theoretically do worktop joins with one, but not "out of the box" with a standard 1/2 inch straight bit and a 30mm guide bush. You may be talking about something else entirely, so apologies.

I am beginning to look (on paper at least) like one of those people that do quotation marks in the air all the time...I can assure you I'm not. No time for that either.

I've got a 1400, really like it, had it for years, I also have a 1010, in a box, unopened, no time to play with it yet. Ideally they say a 2200 and a 1010, but then "they" say lots of things.

Hope that helps.

I had these spare too: "" - you can have them.

 

[andy5405]

Definitely 1400 for worktops and even then it is only just capable depending on who you speak to. I have no personal experience but many do use the 1400 for worktops. For me it's a DW625, my only remaining Dewalt tool.

 

[Birdhunter]

The 1/2" requirement limits you to 1400 or 2200. The 2200 is a well engineered tool, but is a beast to handle.

 

[Wuffles]

Definitely 1400 for worktops and even then it is only just capable depending on who you speak to. I have no personal experience but many do use the 1400 for worktops. For me it's a DW625, my only remaining Dewalt tool.

For the record, given the price jump to the 2200, the 1400 is pretty damn good for worktops, solid wood or otherwise and anyone who says otherwise is in a rush or loaded [tongue]

 

[webfarmer]

I am fortunate to own all three models, and truly love them all.  The 1400 is a remarkable combination of power, stability, smoothness, dust collection, and versatility.  If you can only have one, then the 1400 is an excellent choice.

If you do very heavy cuts, like a long seam in solid surface counters, or a deep dado, groove, channel, or rebate - then the 2200 is agile for its weight, and very easy to handle.

I use the 1010 the most, but I can do most of my work with 8mm bits.  When I need a 1/2 inch shank bit I reach for the 1400.

Hope that is of some assistance.

Can't go wrong with a 1400.

Brett

 

[MrToolJunkie]

From what you describe it sounds like the 1400 would be the right choice. The 1010 is also great and excels with the LR32 system. But the worktops might require more power and so the 1400 seems like a good choice. I do not have one, but do the 1010 and 2200 and for me it is a great combination.

 

[wow]

I have the OF1010 and the OF2000, which is the precursor to the OF2200.

The 1010 is my preferred router, but it doesn't take 1/2" bits. For that I grab either the OF2000 or my old Porter Cable 7539 - which I am trying to sell so I can finance the OF2200!

[wink]

 

[Stone Message]

I agree with everyone who has said this already....

If you are getting just one router then the OF1400 is the "jack of all trades". It can take every collet size, including the all important 1/2" size. It has pretty good dust extraction. It has as much power as all but a small minority of kitchen fitters need. It handles well.

I expect to be producing a video no later than early February that should help anyone trying to decide which router to get out of the OF2200, OF1400 and OF1010. I will also outline the criteria if you are looking for two routers in the range. I will mention the CMS as well.

Peter

 

[BMH]

The bad news is that once you get the 1400 and the accessories that go with it(very important), you are going to realize that it is the most important tool in the shop. Then you are going to buy another router and end up with 3 or 4 of them.

The 1400 is the best router for what you describe, 1/2inch shy has a good video review on it. It was my first router and now lives in my CMS, the MFK 700 is my second favorite router followed by the 1010.

The 2200 is not a beginners router but the few times I handle it was easier to handle then the 1400. I hope one day I will be able to justify buying one but the 1400 covers all my needs for the moment.