Plunge router

George Vondriska demonstrates the difference between plunge and fixed based routers.

One of the most versatile electric tools available to a woodworker is the router. The router comes in 2 forms, the fixed base and the plunge base. The router used most by the woodworker is the plunge base. It may seem more difficult to use...

The simplicity of a router allows it to adapt to all kinds of operations. By making some accessories, you can open up new options for using your router. Chris Fitch shares a few router bases that are made for mortising, trimming and planing boards.

DIY Simple Lift for a Plunge Router.In this video I will show you how I made a simple router lift for my router table attachment for my table saw Rage 5S.It'...

This is a simple Jig to make and works great for making repeatable mortises. The table I’m building will have a cross brace in the center made with a lab joint. The cross brace will connect to the legs with 2 inch mortise and tenon joints.

Mortise Jig

Just added a new bow tie inlay router template to the store! You can easily cut both parts using a plunge router and an inlay kit, which is simply a guide bushing, spiral bit and collar that...

Here are 10 ways a plunge router beats a fixed-base router.

This jig lets you make mortises with your plunge router. It clamps to your workbench at a height that's easy to work with.