Triton Router

[jeff]

I'm getting ready to build a new router table. My old "table" is a hunk of plywood with a PC690 screwed underneath. Time to retire that.

I'm looking for opinions on the Triton router with the build in lift versus a separate lift and motor.

Thanks

 

[jttheclockman]

What model are you looking at??? If you google reviews on that model you will get some of the Ausie woodworking forums to comment.

Here is a web site. TRITON / GMC

Like most of routers today they have the soft start and variable speed which is a must for those large router bits. People use routers today in place of shapers which were a bigger rage years ago. Now you find shapers basically in furniture shops or cabinet shops.

I know back around 2009 or a little later Triton was in bankrupcy problems and I think they have changed hands.

A big Triton dealer is Timberbits. Dave is a member here and he maybe able to help you.

 

[brownsfn2]

I use my craftsman plunge router in my table instead of a router lift. I don't think it is as accurate as a lift when I try to fine tune it though. I think the Tritons look like good routers. I have always thought about replacing my Craftsman with one. Good luck with your decision.

 

[Swagopenturner]

Jeff;
I've got two of the big Triton routers and could not be happier with them. One is mounted in table and he other is just for freehand work. They have a built in lift system and have more power than I'll ever need. I routinely use 3 1/2" bits safely in the table for making cabinets. One thing you might want to check out is the Triton Distributer here in the states usually has a few rebuilt routers on hand at a substantial savings. Check out their web site. www.toolstream.us Give them a call! Toll Free: +1 (855) 227 3478

 

[Dave Turner]

I have a Triton MOF001KC 2 1/4 HP plunge router that I keep mounted in a small benchtop router table. The built-in lift works perfectly in the router table. It's easy to fine tune the bit height and course adjustments are also easy, assuming you can access the router knobs from the front of the table. The router itself can handle anything I've tried, including a 3 1/2" profiling bit. This has been one of my better investments.

 

[jeff]

Thanks all for the great info! I think I'm going to try the TRA001.

 

[Carl Fisher]

The Triton routers generally get pretty high praise.

I have a Bosch mounted in mine and am very happy, but wouldn't hesitate at a Triton either.