Woodpeckers StabilMax Trim Router Offset Base

[Ultimate Tools Marketing]

New product alert!

We're excited to share that we've added the Woodpeckers StabilMax Trim Router Offset Base to our catalog.

This accessory provides a more stable base for your laminate trimmer so you have complete stability and control. The result is safe and controlled routing for flawless edge profiles with zero tipping. It is compatible with most corded and cordless palm routers.

Check it out and order your new Woodpecker StabliMax Trim Router Offset Base now!
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[rmwarren]

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Link is broken.

RMW

 

[Michael Kellough]

I wanted to buy this a while ago but the description of compatible routers in the email description didn’t include the M18. Later I checked the website and it does fit the M18 so I have one on order waiting for the next batch.

Just received notification that it’s shipping today.

 

[Ultimate Tools Marketing]

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Link is broken.

RMW

Thanks Richard; I fixed it.

 

[Crazyraceguy]

Why would you mount the router with the opening of the base in the direction of your outboard hand?
Looks, once again, like photos taken by advertising people who never use tools.
Not only does it look dangerous, it also puts the clamp in your hand, rather than the rubber grip intended for holding the router.

 

[luvmytoolz]

Why would you mount the router with the opening of the base in the direction of your outboard hand?
Looks, once again, like photos taken by advertising people who never use tools.
Not only does it look dangerous, it also puts the clamp in your hand, rather than the rubber grip intended for holding the router.

I'm guessing its that way to keep the cord at the jig handle end? And yes, definitely could be a danger!

 

[jeffinsgf]

Looks, once again, like photos taken by advertising people who never use tools.
Not only does it look dangerous, it also puts the clamp in your hand, rather than the rubber grip intended for holding the router.

Hey, those are my hands in that picture and I use tools every single day. lol I am, however left-handed, so rarely think I'm holding things backwards, because I"ve been conditioned to that my whole life.

There are a couple reasons it's set up that way. 1)The engineering department decided in general they wanted the switch facing out rather than in. 2)The hand on the router can ride higher, but the hand on the handle can't, so if the opening is facing the handle it gets a little more chip traffic.

But, if you like the grip out, just get a Milwaukee M18. It was a late addition, so the only way to add the bolt pattern was to mount it the other way.

 

[Crazyraceguy]

I'm left-handed too, but I don't see any difference in this particular situation.
The hand on the router can be higher, but that doesn't mean it's ideal. I always feel like the lower you can hold a router, the better. This is even more of a thing with cordless machines, because of the slightly more tippy nature of them. In fact, I use the Makita with the small 1.5Ah batteries, since most of mine are just trimming laminate (HPL)
I'll admit that my mind went straight to cordless, so the cord location never entered the picture.
There again though, that is a preference thing too. Generally, (again as a lefty) I pull a router, which is contrary to right-handed users who push. I like the cord to be outboard, controlled by my left arm. The exception being when using a seaming base. With that, I like the cord to be on top of the material. When seaming, you cannot hesitate or adjust the cord during the cut at all.
Out of the scope of the thread though....sorry.

 

[jeffinsgf]

Unfortunately, the Makita is the only one where that configuration is forced. The Makita and Milwaukee bolt patterns are asymmetrical. The rest are symmetrical, so you can put it on however you want it. Milwaukee is grip out. I will admit a personal preference for the grip out, but I don't get invited to those early product meetings. I think someone came up with the idea that it was safer to face the switch out, and that usually means opening out.

Just prickled a little that you assumed the marketing guy was the idiot.

 

[Michael Kellough]

I hadn’t given the direction of the switch any thought before ordering but I’m ambidextrous so I doubt it will be an issue. I have both Makita and M18 routers. If there is any significant differences I’ll post.

 

[jeffinsgf]

It will be interesting to hear your opinion, Michael. I prefer it paired with the Milwaukee, but then I also prefer the Milwaukee in general.

 

[jcrowe1950]

The one comment I'd make on this particular implementation of an offset base is that I'd prefer it to be made of polycarbonate rather than what looks to me like phenolic because of the visibility issue. Years ago there was a man named Pat Warner who offered custom made offset bases for specific routers and that's where I got mine for my old Bosch router. The contributors here have some excellent work methods for routers and using an offset base for bearing guided edge routing is just a no brainer IMO.

 

[Crazyraceguy]

Just prickled a little that you assumed the marketing guy was the idiot.

I never said idiot, and certainly didn't mean to offend.
Over the years though, I have seen hundreds of bad photos depicting product use.
Such things as circular saws with the blade installed backwards.

 

[Tony from Pandora]

I purchased this and I'm very happy with it.  I'm using it with a Bosch Palm Router (BOSCH GKF125CEN).  This router has a equilateral triangular 3 screw mount, so you can position the base in 3 different angles.

I also have the FastCap's 'Little Lipper' that perfectly fits in the hole the handle goes in.  So I can use the Lipper by removing the stabilmax handle and attaching the lipper screw (simple 1/4-20 bolt)