Rockler Woodworking has some innovative features, but this is one we hadn’t even heard of before – a Trim Router Table. Rockler seems to have outdone itself. It merged the convenience of a compact router, with the stability of a mini-sized router table. Pre-drilled holes on the backside let you attach a clamping strip. This lets the Rockler Trim Router Table clamp onto any horizontal surface.
In this way you can hitch up the Rockler Trim Router Table to a bench or even the tailgate of a pickup truck. To facilitate the attachment of common trim routers, the table comes with a 1/4″ thick acrylic base pre-drilled to provide a stable connection to the table. Rockler pre-drilled the adjustable fence to accept the Router Table Dust Port (21528) which is sold separately.
Editor’s Note: Check out our guide on how to use a router table for some excellent advice, tips, and techniques.
Rockler Trim Router Table Features
As you might expect, the Router Trim Table is adept at allowing for multi-purpose use. For example, you can detach the router in seconds from the table. This lets you use it in a standalone fashion and handheld use. Here, the acrylic base serves as a wide, level base. Then, in just a few seconds, you can mount your compact router back onto the Trim Router Table.
Using the table, jobs like routing round overs, chamfers, and small dadoes are a cakewalk. The compact Trim Router Table is made of vinyl-wrapped 3/4″ MDF (medium density fiberboard) and measures just 11-1/2″ wide x 15-1/2″ deep. You really can place it just about anywhere.
The Rockler Trim Router Table (43550) retails for $89.99. It is available at Rockler Woodworking and Hardware stores nationwide, Rockler’s independent resellers, Rockler.com, or in the Rockler catalog.
