Kreg PRS1040 Precision Router Table System

by Kreg

• Fully enclosed, aluminum fence for superior precision and dust collection
• Edge-banded MDF top absorbs vibration and noise; easy-slide micro-dot skin
• 9-1/4 by11 3/4 by 3/8-inch thick phenolic insert plate works with any router
• Individual fence faces allow table to double as a vertical jointer
• Dual reducing rings boast three independent leveling/lock-down screws

Product Description

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Taking design cues from high-end table saw rip fences, the Kreg Precision Router Table System features a fully enclosed, t-square style fence for complete use of your miter slot and small adjustments on the fly. Its vibration and noise resistant MDF table has a high-pressure laminate Easy-Slide Micro-Dot skin, which makes it easy to slide workpieces across the surface. It also boasts a precise insert plate that mounts to any router without the usual extra holes you don't need. Bottom-up levelers feature eight individual contact points for leveling accuracy, and dual reducing rings (2 inches; 1-13/16 inches) provide the convenience of Porter Cable guide bushing capability. For added flexibility, independent fence faces allow the table to double as a vertical jointer.

Precision Router Table System At a Glance: Fully enclosed, aluminum fence for superior precision and dust collection Edge-banded MDF top absorbs vibration and noise; easy-slide micro-dot skin 9-1/4 x 11 3/4 x 3/8-inch thick phenolic insert plate works with any router Individual fence faces allow table to double as a vertical jointer Dual reducing rings boast three independent leveling/lock-down screws

Unique t-square style fence keeps the fence permanently parallel to the miter slot.

Precise insert plate designed to mount to any router enables a perfect custom fit.

Finish Projects Faster, Easier, and With Greater Precision
A quality router table is one of the most important tools for any serious woodworker. Whether you're routing a simple dado, putting the finishing touch on a countertop, or building an entire set of raised panel doors from scratch, the Kreg Precision Router Table's innovative features will help you finish projects faster, easier, and with greater precision than ever before.

Innovative Fence Design Provides Automatic Squaring
The Precision Router Table fence has a t-square style design that keeps the fence permanently parallel to the miter slot. This automatic squaring lets you fully utilize your miter slot and makes it easier than ever to make small adjustments on the fly. The fence is made from an incredibly rigid fully-enclosed aluminum extrusion which supports even the largest workpieces, and creates a full length vacuum chamber for superior dust collection and a cleaner shop. The fence also includes two fully independent fence faces, allowing the router table to double as a vertical jointer.

Vibration and noise resistant MDF table top and flexible steel stand.

Rugged MDF Table-Top
This router's professionally edge-bended tabletop is made from vibration and noise resistant MDF with a high-pressure, impact-resistant laminate skin that makes it easy to slide workpieces across the surface. Two steel support struts prevent bending or bowing, and the combination miter/t-slot works with a variety of accessories for greater project flexibility.

Precise Insert Plate
Made from an incredibly durable phenolic, this standard sized insert plate (9-1/4 x 11-3/4 x 3/8 inches) has been designed to mount to any router without the usual "swiss cheese" type surface found on most router table insert plates. Utilizing your router's base plate and the easy to use template (included), mounting the insert plate to almost any router leaves you with a perfect custom fit completely free of extra holes.

Dual reducing rings (2 inches; 1-13/64 inches) boast three independent leveling/lock-down screws and compatibility with standard Porter-Cable guide bushings for fast and easy template routing on your router table.

For even greater precision, the lens cursor offers incredible accuracy without a tape measure and pencil.

Flexible Steel Stand
The Precision Router Table Top rests on the Kreg Universal Steel Stand, which is also the base of the popular Klamp Table. This rugged stand is adjustable from 31 to 36 inches in height, and is constructed from incredibly durable steel. For additional mobility, Kreg 3-inch dual-locking casters can be added at any time.

Product Description
The Precision Router Table measures 41 x 32-1/4 x 24 inches (HxWxD) and weighs 85 pounds.

What's in the Box
Precision router table, fence, table legs, and instruction manual.

Product Description

Whether youre routing a simple dado, putting the finishing touch on a counter top, or building an entire set of raised panel doors from scratch, the Kreg Precision Router Table - through a series of innovative new features - helps woodworkers of all levels finish projects faster, easier, and with greater precision than ever before. A quality router table is one of the most important tools for any serious woodworker to have around the woodshop. The Precision Router Table Complete, 24" x 32" boasts an incredible feature-set and brings a whole new level of rigidity and precision to your woodshop.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

87 of 93 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Fragile parts October 18, 2009

By VanMan

The 3 star rating is not meant to reflect the usefulness of the product or the accuracy of the work one can perform with it. It is a reflection of the robustness of some key components.

The stand is very sturdy as is the laminate coated table top and the actual aluminium fence. There are some weak areas. The phenolic insert accepts either of 2 reducing rings. These rings are held in place by screws which are threaded into very small, very fragile threaded holes in the phenolic insert. It is extremely easy to strip the threads in the phenolic insert by over-tightening. There is no positive "stop" when the screws are in far enough. Exercise extreme care when installing the reducing rings.

More disappointingly, the aluminium assembly which attaches the fence to the levered glide (and the glide itself) which attaches to the guide on the side of the table are extremely fragile. The assembly is held to the levered glide by 4 machine screws with brass washers. I stripped the threads in the aluminium parts tightening one of those screws, using a hand screwdriver gripped by my fingers only (i.e. I did not grab the screwdriver with a "fist grip"). I'm a lawyer and I am not noted for my death grip. There are 2 nylon screws which take the slop out of the levered glide. When I assembled my table one went in perfectly while the other cross-threaded as it entered the second piece of metal.

This is not the first tool I have had to assemble from a myriad of parts. It is, however, one of the most fragile.

The fence is billed as being similar to a table saw fence. In my view, that is a bit of marketing hyperbole. The fence does have a locking lever at one end like a table saw fence. Engaging the lever does not, however, lock the fence perpendicular to the side of the table. There is a tall twist knob at the opposite end of the fence that you tighten after aligning the fence properly. It certainly isn't a bad system, just not as effective as a table saw fence.

69 of 73 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Router Table for the money! January 1, 2008

By D. Vo

If you are a serious woodworker, this is by far THE best router table to buy. I bought the complete table, fence, stand, casters & micro-adjuster. Every little piece of hardware was accounted for and very neatly packaged. The reliability and accuracy of the fence make it very easy to use. And if you don't want to drill the insert yourself, for 3o bucks, Kreg will drill it for you, shipping included.

The assembly instructions were written in simple, easy-to-understand English and not like the 'Chinglish' from other manufacturers who outsourced their products. This router table examplifies American ingenuity & workmanship. It's definitely a 5-star rating.

27 of 27 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Kreg Router table January 12, 2008

By David Conaway

Sweet table! I'm not a master woodworker or great furniture maker, but this table is one of the greatest additions I've made to my shop in quite awhile. Smooth operation, easy to use and accurate. You won't be disappointed. The only item I'll add is a router lift.