So I’ve been using the Makita routers - now I see Onefinity is partnering with RedLine… I’m thinking about the 1.5 kw air cooled. What’s the benefit of the spindle? I hope it will be quieter than the router… I assume so. But in terms of power - I assume it goes to 24k rmp, will this let me increa…

Hey JP_36, [image] JP_36: What’s the benefit of the spindle? Difference Router / Spindle See also here for → Comparison of power rating for spindle/router

Hey JP_36, the main difference is that with the hand trim router, either you have torque, OR your have speed. You never have both at the same time. However for millling wood, you want high speed and high torque at the same time, so the router is not ideal. [image] JP_36: I assume it goes to 2…

… and the added benefit of using 1/2" bits.

Interested in the 1.5kw for my woodworker - What's the benefit?

Original/PRO Series (Buildbotics) (Gen 1)

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Hey JP_36,

Difference Router / Spindle
See also here for →
Comparison of power rating for spindle/router

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Interested in the 1.5kw for my woodworker - What's the benefit?

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