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CMT Offers a Router Table—or a Kit Known for their quality router bits, CMT has just introduced new bench-top and floor-model router
tables. You can purchase either of these as a complete
unit, or you can pick and choose parts from the floor
model to design your own. The bench-top model includes a fence,
a table with an insert and a melamine base for $199. The
floor model sells as a complete package for $429. The
fence ($150 separately), which is similar on both models,
is our favorite. Made from a heavy anodized aluminum
extrusion, it uses easily adjustable MDF sub-fences for
quick zero-clearance settings and can just as easily be
set for jointing work. In addition, t-slots are provided
on the front and back of the fence to mount
accessories. The floor-model's table top ($140
separately) is 1" MDF with laminate on both sides. The
router opening is near the front edge for better
ergonomics and more usable table space. At the front of
the top is an aluminum miter track t-slotted for standard
3/8" x 3/4" miter gauge bars and can be used to mount
featherboards and hold-downs. Standard on both units is a
clear, undrilled acrylic table insert with a 2" opening,
supported by 12 leveling screws. Pre-drilled inserts for
specific router models are also available. These units
are well thought out and though we're not sure we'd spend
the extra money for the cabinet on the floor model, the
fence and top are worth the money. And the bench-top
model is a great deal.
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