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I am looking for feedback on a Delta router/shaper sh100 as an economical combination mach. in a very small (12×24′) shop, as an alternative to a separate table router and jointer. I am worried about the 12,500 rpm spindle speed and 9amp power being adequate for weeked work with small hardwood cabinet projects. |
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I posted a reply to your original post on this topic in General Discussion. I'm sure you'll get more replies, it just may take a couple hours or so.
http://forums.taunton.com/tp-knots/messages?msg=20200.2
forestgirl -- you can take the girl out of the forest, but you can't take the forest out of the girl ;-)
Another proud member of the "I Rocked With ToolDoc Club" .... :>)
I don't know about the sh100, but I've had a Delta model 43-505 benchtop unit for about 5 yrs and it's a real workhorse. I've done dozens of raised panel doors with it and never had a problem - at least on the tool level...............the operator is still fairly mistake-prone - lol
Deve,
Most would describe that machine as a really slow router ar a very underpowered shaper. If cost is the main concern I would recomend getting a 2 horse router and mounting it in a table. If youcan swing a 3 1/4 horse and lift thats is better.
Mike
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