Bosch RA1200 Extra Large Portable Router Table

by Bosch

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Featuring a large work surface (44 by 24 inches), the Bosch RA1200 deluxe router table has a 24-inch precision-machined aluminum fence and two feather boards with multidirectional adjustments. The easy-access on/off switch means the user doesn't have to fumble under the table for the router's switch, and the sturdy steel legs fold for easy table storage. Plus, there's built-in leveling for the mounting plate and table. Purchase includes mounting plate (pre-drilled for Bosch routers) with two insert rings, two feather boards with multidirectional adjustments, 2-1/2-inch vacuum port, outfeed shims, and starter pin.

Features

• Extra-large 44-by-24-by-1-1/4-inch laminated MDF work surface
• Precision-machined 24-inch aluminum fence with adjustable wood faces and easy-to-grasp knobs
• No-flex phenolic plate with levelers, pre-drilled for a variety of routers
• Built-in table leveling for fast tool-free setup
• Easy-access, lockable on/off switch
• 2 easy-to-use feather boards to attach to fence and table, providing additional guidance and kickback protection
• Locking T-slot accepts 3/4-inch standard or T-slot accessories
• Stands 36 inches high
• Dust-collection port for standard 2-1/2-inch vacuum hoses
• Includes 6 metal shims for adjusting outfeed fence

Specifications

• Height: 36 inches
• Depth: 24 inches
• Width: 44 inches
• Max fence opening: 4-1/4 inches
• Max throat opening: 3-3/4 inches

Includes

• 2 mounting plate insert rings
• Hardware for mounting most Bosch routers
• 2 adjustable feather boards
• Adjustable clear guard
• Auxiliary guard
• Starter pin
• 6 metal shims

Warranty
This Bosch power tool comes with a one-year limited warranty from the date of purchase.

Product Description

Featuring a large work surface (44 by 24 inches), the Bosch RA1200 deluxe router table has a 24-inch precision-machined aluminum fence and two feather boards with multidirectional adjustments. The easy-access on/off switch means the user doesn't have to fumble under the table for the router's switch, and the sturdy steel legs fold for easy table storage. Plus, there's built-in leveling for the mounting plate and table. Purchase includes mounting plate (pre-drilled for Bosch routers) with two insert rings, two feather boards with multidirectional adjustments, 2-1/2-inch vacuum port, outfeed shims, and starter pin.

Product Details

Product Manual [824kb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• ASIN: B000051WS0
• Item model number: RA1200
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #192,886 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Had some problems out of the box., December 11, 2002

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Bryan (Sunnyvale, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bosch RA1200 Extra Large Portable Router Table (Tools & Home Improvement)

I just bought this table a few days ago and am generally happy with the sturdiness of the table itself. However, the left fence did not line up with the right fence. I think the fence is made out of cast aluminum not iron as it is pretty lite. I set the fence on the table and it wobbled, when I checked with a straight edge it was 1/16" off, the left side of the left fence tiled backward. I took the fence back and got a replacement fence and it was ok. The way the fence mounts to the table is with carriage bolts, this seemed pretty tacky to me for such an expensive table. When ever you adjust the fence, you have to reach under the table and apply pressure to the carriage bolts to keep them from turning as you try to retighten. The mounting plate has hole patterns for bosch routers so my dewalt would not fit without drilling, my Porter Cable fit into the existing holes ok. The base plate has no provision for adjusting the height to make it flush with the table, mine is lower than the table by about 1/16 inch. This was noticable because the first board I ran through it hung up on the base plate, then the chamfer was not perfect because of the warped fence. Not very impressive. I will fix the base plate by drilling 4 holes in the corners and threading them and installing allen screws for leveling. I would probably but this table again because I need something portable but I am not happy with having to "fix" the table to make it work right.

32 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another great product from Bosch., November 4, 2002

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S. McMaster (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch RA1200 Extra Large Portable Router Table (Tools & Home Improvement)

Wood working is currently one of my more recent obsessions, and fortunately I have the luxury of buying the best with portability being the limiting factor. The garage is home for the cars. I do quite a bit of research before choosing a particular brand and Bosch is one the main choices for my woodworking tools.

Why Bosch above all others is mostly due to how well constructed and thought out these tools are. This router table is no exception. Mostly assembled, the table is easily finished with a screwdriver. Upon first look this table is HEAVY (70 lbs!). It is solid everywhere, almost overly so. The legs seem as if they are made for the weight of a small car. The legs fold easily and lie flat; the motion of which reminds me of tools built long ago. The fence is made of a cast iron base and a wood face attached with carriage bolts and plastic/metal knobs. There are shims included for using the table as a jointer. All the metal/ plastic parts are finely finished and made of thick quality materials. In fact, easily the best I've seen for mainstream tools. No cheapness here. All the small parts are separated into small re-useable zip lock bags. (Nice touch). The router base (phenolic) is better than most - again thick - but could be of a material more suitable with the rest of the table. The base plate is easily leveled and as a benefit can be bolted to the table for transport or storage.

I have little to say about the operation. Which in its self is a compliment. The setup is effortless and it works. The Off/On switch is a great touch. The fence yields to nothing as if were made of granite. The plate is another story as it does flex. I have used it with softwoods and have had no problems. But with some effort you can see it move.

The biggest complaint is of the most convenient parts. The On/Off switch. It's nice to have -period- and it's placed where it's needed at the end of the table. It seems that it could be easily broken by the sheer weight of the table when unfolding. Mine was fixed by having wing nuts and studs replacing the screws making it easy to remove before storage.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great portability, poor precision, July 12, 2004

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Jeffrey Gamble (Denton, TX United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch RA1200 Extra Large Portable Router Table (Tools & Home Improvement)

I must admit, I didn't buy this from Amazon. I got mine from Woodworker's Warehouse when they were going out of business. If the sale hadn't been final, I would have returned it. The ability to take this table anywhere is wonderful. And if you don't need pinpoint accuracy from the fence on the job-site, then this table is for you. The large work surface is good. After drilling an extra hole, I was able to mount my PC 7518 underneath. The table itself has allt he basic features of any basic table, but the fence is poorly designed and frankly a pain to adjust. I have used it and will continue to use it in the field, but I will not use it in the shop.