Trend T4EK 850-Watt 1.1-HP Variable-Speed Plunge-Base Router

by Trend

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Trend's T4EK is a light duty 1.1 HP plunge base router with variable speed for hobbyist and light tradesman use. The kit includes two extra collets for use with metric tooling making the T4EK versatile enough to do some shaping, sharpening and carving tasks. Also included is a standard guide bush and an adapter plate for using screw-on type guide bushes. A dust spout for vacuum hook-up and a side-fence are also provided in the sturdy blow molded storage case.

Product Description

Introducing Trends T4EK is a light duty 1.1 HP plunge base router with electronic variable speed motor. This plunge router is ideal for inlaying, sign making, edge molding or any other light duty routing applications. A convenient spindle lock makes short work of bit changing. With the easily removable router base, the T4EK motor is perfect for any power carving enthusiast. Includes three collets (1/4, 6mm and 8mm), a clip-in dust spout, a 5/8 template guide bushing, edge guide and storage case. Specifications: Plunge stroke 0 - 1- 3/8" Power Input 1.1 hp, 850 Watt, 120V motor No load speeds 11500-32000 rpm Bit dia. max 1- 3/16" Collet diameters: 1/4", 6mm and 8mm Dust spout size 1- 3/8" Template Guide bushing diameter: 5/8" Tool weight: 6 lbs Shipping Weight: 7.7 lbs Includes: Collets: 1/4", 6mm and 8mm 1- 5/16" Clip-in dust spout 5/8" Euro Style Guide Bushing Adaptor plate for Screw-on Guide Bushings Edge Guide Storage Case One Year Warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 17.5 x 13.5 x 6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001UQ5OX6
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: T4EK
• Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #129,367 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Worth a Second Look, April 5, 2011

By 

Michael Collyer - See all my reviews

This review is from: Trend T4EK 850-Watt 1.1-HP Variable-Speed Plunge-Base Router (Tools & Home Improvement)

Like the other reviewer, my Trend router developed a switch problem shortly after buying it. But my experience dealing with Trend was very positive. I contacted Trend via the email address on their Web site and explained the problem. The following day I received a courteous reply with a return authorization number and assurances that the problem would be resolved. A new router was shipped to me the very same day they received my defective router.

As for the router itself, I was looking for a good quality light-duty plunge router but didn't want to spend $200 for a Bosch or DeWalt router and plunge base. I purchased the Trend T4 router for half the price. My impression was favorable. The tool is solid, the plunge action is reasonably smooth, and the variable speed motor is more than powerful enough for any light-duty application.

I do a lot of free hand routing and found the Trend easy to maneuver. Operation is steady throughout the RPM range. For the money, I felt the trend was a solid value. When the switch broke, naturally I was irritated but felt that because the overall quality and construction of the router is good, that the defective switch was an isolated problem.

The outstanding customer service that I received from Trend went a long way in reassuring me that Trend is serious about building a quality product and keeping its customers happy.

5 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars trend router T4EK, April 20, 2010

By 

H. Wilson "Howard-Woodworker" (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Trend T4EK 850-Watt 1.1-HP Variable-Speed Plunge-Base Router (Tools & Home Improvement)

This router sucks. It had a broken switch out of the box(I needed it so I fixed it with a rubber band)This was supposed to be brand new. I did not have 30 minutes running time on it and it quit. I sent it to the address it listed for warranty work...guess what...they moved! Their book did not say you needed a RA number just send it to that address. Okay UPS tried to send it to a new address...guess what...they refused it. Now it's floating around in limbo and even UPS doesn't know where.

I want to point out that UPS has done more than they should trying to find the repair shop...not their fault. I didn't buy this router on Amazon (I have bought other stuff and am very well satisfied with them) Bottom line BEWARE of this thing.