Chinese Router Lift - Any Good? Let's find out!

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This is review/ unboxing / installation / first use / pros and cons of a cheap Chinese router lift from Amazon.
Amazon describes it as
"Electric Milling Lifting Base Woodworking Accessory Router Lift Base Stainless Steel 4 Jaw Clamping Router Table Lifting System Base Router Table"
Lets see what it is like and if it is an upgrade for my existing set-up.
I will also make a small modification to make it work better.
#Woodwork #Maker #routertable
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@chrisaltec2992 5 месяцев назад

This was EXACTLY what I wanted to see. No fluffing around, all the right info. Very well made 👏🏻

@DIYTinkerer 5 месяцев назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@richardw5507 7 месяцев назад

Simon, where've you been all my RU-vid life? You've done everything I want to do in one channel

@DIYTinkerer 7 месяцев назад

Thanks, I'm glad you found me!

@Corialtavi 5 месяцев назад

I got one of these last week, I've not messed with it yet but funnily enough my levelling screw was bent as well. Subscribed and now gonna look for your update video. Happy new year.

@DIYTinkerer 5 месяцев назад

Thanks, I have a few on this lift, including a Digital Readout Mod and a springs mod, I've another mod in mind for later this year (hopefully!)

@keithdavison5578 6 месяцев назад

Hi tinker that looks better than what I have set up. I think that I will invest in one thanks looks easy to install thinks again 👍👍👍👏

@DIYTinkerer 6 месяцев назад

Hi, thanks for the comments. Remember, it's a budget lifer, better than nothing, but not nearly as nice as the more expensive ones

@christiangrimm5921 8 месяцев назад

Hi Simon, I also use the Katsu Router and have the same lift installed in my table. I do not use springs. You can align the head of the leveling screw with the bottom of your insert plate. I drilled the access hole a bit smaller than the head. So the router will be pushed downwards if I lower the lift. The only disadvantage of this lift is the 90 degree angle. If Iuse a bit bigger or longer router bit and push the wood towards the bit (obvious) while milling, I do not reach a perfect 90 degree angle. This is due to the fragile construction and small srew/poles.

@DIYTinkerer 8 месяцев назад

Yes, I've noticed that as well, thanks for sharing 👍🏻

@brianfreeman8290 8 месяцев назад

You could even add a washer or shim between the plate and the head of the screw, but it would need a trace of adhesive.

@brianfreeman8290 8 месяцев назад

Mine has just arrived from Temu. Let battle commence !

@DIYTinkerer 8 месяцев назад

LOL, good luck

@Fusion_Woodworking 6 месяцев назад

Using the head of caliper to measure depth usually gives you more consistent results. The tail end is better for measuring holes.

@DIYTinkerer 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for the tip! :-) 😀

@johnbauer3801 10 месяцев назад

Thanks

@DIYTinkerer 9 месяцев назад

No problem

@rcdogmanduh4440 7 месяцев назад

Longer adjustment screw, drill clearance hole in bottom plate, put stop collar above and below that plate locked to adjustment bolt. Also add two plastic washers sandwiching red plate!

@DIYTinkerer 7 месяцев назад

Thanks for the tip, I've been thinking of doing something like this 😀

@redslover5293 4 дня назад

Thanks for your time & info. I have been looking at this type of router lift for a bit of time but could not find a "real" info on the quality or functionality. I do have one question, what is the outside diameter of your router motor? Thx, Red

@DIYTinkerer 3 дня назад

Hi Red, this is for a trim router, mine is a KATSU which is a rip off of a Makita trim router, it is ~65mm diameter

@rogerprice4504 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Simon. I suspect this would be a suitable aid for me with limited need for heavy duty kit. But what "insert plate" did you use? I guess they are all different for each brand of router.

@DIYTinkerer 10 месяцев назад

It was a KKmoon multifunctional router table insert plate, the router is a KATSU electric hand wood trim router. But I think the trim routers are pretty standard dimensions. Both available on Amazon.

@bhartissimo 4 месяца назад

I just ordered one of these lifts - it was cheap enough to risk buying without know if it will really work. If it's identical to the one you have, I guess all I'll need to do is add springs and drill a hole in the plate for the adjustment handle. Thanks for the video.

@DIYTinkerer 4 месяца назад

Good luck. I hope it works out for you.

@bhartissimo 4 месяца назад

@@DIYTinkerer Thanks. I'll find out when it eventually gets here.

@MiguelCamba 8 месяцев назад

I actually ordered the same router lift this morning for around 31 euro. I was also unsure about it not having springs and relaying only on pure gravity. Can you tell me what the ideal length/diameter for the springs would be? If I order the springs today they may arrive at around the same time. I'll try to get one with some thickness so they have decent strength.

@DIYTinkerer 8 месяцев назад

HI they need to be at least 65mm long with an Internal Diameter of about 10mm, they don't need to be too strong.

@MiguelCamba 8 месяцев назад

@@DIYTinkererThanks! Great review BTW

@diegohperez6434 Месяц назад

Oh yes works you need the router I have one definitely works is good is aluminium body sorry to interrupt is very easy fix thanks

@DIYTinkerer Месяц назад

Thanks for the info

@johnbauer3801 10 месяцев назад

what kind of springs did you use? are they compression?

@DIYTinkerer 10 месяцев назад

Yes, they were stock compression springs, but they were not strong enough, check out next weeks video for how I solved this by making my own custom springs

@Ozone280 7 месяцев назад

@@DIYTinkerer You could put 2 springs with a washer between them on each column

@DIYTinkerer 7 месяцев назад

@Ozone280 yep good suggestion 👌

@davidjennings9253 7 месяцев назад

More important - does the unit raise and lower accurately - is it concentric????

@DIYTinkerer 7 месяцев назад

David, I suspect it isn't that accurate, I've not tested it for concentricness but suspect it angles a bit on the side with the lift bolt. It's still better than adjusting by hand for getting the height right but if you are looking for more accuracy it is worth saving up for a branded product.

@ichbinsooodoof 8 месяцев назад

is there any router lift, i can indtall an ordinary router likemy Bosch 1400 Watt router ?

@DIYTinkerer 8 месяцев назад

If the router is one that can be detached from the plunge or fixed base then you should be able to find a lift, if it's like my old Bosch however then it won't be designed for conversion.

@j.m.castilla7150 9 месяцев назад

How to fix it so that it does not go down or up it does not have a height fixing brake. How to ? Gracias

@DIYTinkerer 8 месяцев назад

Yes it's on my to do list!

@cyberlizardcouk 2 месяца назад

Could I ask what length and diameter the springs are? Thanks very much.

@DIYTinkerer 2 месяца назад

Hi, the springs are compression springs, they need to be about 65mm long and an internal diameter of 8mm or bigger, mine are actually 16mm in diameter.

@cyberlizardcouk 2 месяца назад

thank you. @@DIYTinkerer

@johnhernlund539 10 месяцев назад

What router fits this lift? The ads I see online never mention this important bit of info.

@DIYTinkerer 10 месяцев назад

Hi, thanks for the qurstion, sorry I didnt cover this. It fits a trim router, like the Makita knock-off I have the body of which is about ~64 -65mm diameter, the 'fingers' that grab the body in the lift will probably give you 2-3mm either side of that. Hope that helps.

@johnhernlund539 10 месяцев назад

@@DIYTinkerer thanks! Also, thanks for covering obscure gear like this...I may just have to try one out, they are so cheap it is hard to resist.

@HappyHitman 3 месяца назад

I bought one but it appears that it's not compatible with my ryobi because of the screw position on the Ryobi

@DIYTinkerer 3 месяца назад

Ah that's a shame 😞, thanks for posting so others know.

@flatlander523 5 месяцев назад

I would worry about the router trying to climb up as you route. If nothing holds the router fixed in one place it is liable to move up and down against the springs. I hope it works out for you.

@DIYTinkerer 5 месяцев назад

Yes, it's a fair point, I added springs to 'improve it' I think it is better and easier to use than what I had, I'll eventually upgrade to a quality router and lift. Thanks for watching,

@hwfranjr 16 дней назад

Advise ya if ya got one get springs,lol

@DIYTinkerer 15 дней назад

Yep

@GrantOakes 10 месяцев назад

On Temu there's one listed for only $11.48 and it has springs.

@DIYTinkerer 10 месяцев назад

That is insane. And it has springs, I knew it was a good idea :-)

@hwfranjr 16 дней назад

Yep:Y bolts not STRAIGHT either,lol,Will bind

@DIYTinkerer 16 дней назад

I'm sort of glad it wasn't just me...

@hwfranjr 16 дней назад

Same,thin i RAN INTO,turned The handel NOTHING,

@DIYTinkerer 15 дней назад

Not immediately obvious is it!

@richardh1764 4 месяца назад

So you've had a few months now. What's the verdict?

@DIYTinkerer 4 месяца назад

It's OK, my verdict is the same, good value for money but don't expect the quality of a lift costing ten times more. If you don't have a lift and want a cheap upgrade to improve height adjustment then this is that upgrade

@mic50del 10 месяцев назад

Bought one Used it once realized it was junk Main problem is there is NO locking mechanism I did overcome that but using the fix was a PITA (wasted money!)

@DIYTinkerer 10 месяцев назад

Well I bought it expecting a much, I'll have to see if my experience is the same as yours. The design is flawed as I point out in the video, but I'm just looking for a cheap upgrade on what I was using. Hopefully the mod I've done ( next weeks video) will solve the movement issue you've experienced. And I've another video waiting to be made that will quantify how much movement there is once modded and if I need some sort of locking mechanism as you've suggested. So stay tuned to find out! :-) 😀

@hwfranjr 16 дней назад

I BOUGHT a lift just like this and im TEYING to Find out justmhow this thing works,lol,i doesent Line up on the PLATE no HOLES for,this,thing had to drill a hole,😂😂😂,but,what holds it in place when ya lift The router??????

@DIYTinkerer 16 дней назад

It's just the threaded rod holding it in place

@luisllanos1435 6 месяцев назад

Pon una Emisora de radio asi puedes hablar todo el rato

@DIYTinkerer 6 месяцев назад

Great idea 💡 👍🏻

@hwfranjr 16 дней назад

Best o get a NON China MADE bolt lol,but im in Philippines no SUCH thing,lol

@DIYTinkerer 16 дней назад

LOL 😆

@hwfranjr 16 дней назад

Yep same,as,mine,no instructions,use to that CHINA NEVER SEND INST AND WHEN AND IF THEYMDOMITS IN MANDERN😂😂😂

@DIYTinkerer 16 дней назад

I guess you get what you pay for

@aquacaloris 3 месяца назад

Just add weight to the machine.

@DIYTinkerer 3 месяца назад

Thanks for the suggestion, I think from other comments I've had that the unit might have been faulty or manufactured incorrectly, some viewers have said that on their units the height adjusting thread is captive with the bottom plate, this isn't the case on my unit, but this would fix the problem, so something to look out for if you get one.

@aquacaloris 3 месяца назад

@@DIYTinkerer I bought one and will look a this, thanks for the advise.

@hwfranjr 16 дней назад

REMEMBER YOUMBUY CHINA YA GET CHINA MADE,LOL

@DIYTinkerer 16 дней назад

Yes, there's a reason they are cheap!

@francoisdaudin8914 4 месяца назад

before criticizing the work of others, you should have to go school and learn mechanic. First the material is aluminium, secondly the belt do not go down by gravity but by the head of the screw which is blocked by the plate on which the mechanisme is fixed, you can adjust it with a little screw at the bottom. Remove your ridicullous springs.... I have bought one and I can tell you as a mechanical ingenior that is a very good conception and very well made.

@jeffcramer6722 4 месяца назад

I am assuming English is not your first language?

@francoisdaudin8914 4 месяца назад

Hi Jeff, Sorry for my english, I am french. I invite You to have a look at this video: Router Table Lift for Micro Adjustment - DIY Install by Joeff Joinery

@DIYTinkerer 4 месяца назад

Hi, it sounds like the little bolt on your unit is captive with the bottom plate. On my unit the little screw serves no purpose other than to centralise the main screw thread of the mechanism. A captive bolt would certainly be a better design, but unfortunately on my unit the hole for the little bolt is slightly larger than the head of the bolt, so it can't serve as a captive bolt - a stepped hole would have been a better solution. I have been thinking for a few months about how I modify the lift so that the main thread becomes captive with the bottom plate but life has got in the way of actually doing anything about it. My main points in the review 1.There were no instructions 2.The main thread was bent 3. The design flaw (or perhaps manufacturing flaw?) preventing the lift from lowering correctly that my review was fair and I stand by what I said, which, if I paraphrase was 'It's better than no lift, but don't expect the rigidity of a lift costing 10 times as much.'

@josuecaleb5053 Месяц назад

You can clearly tell in the video that his bolt is not captive, like you claim yours to be. You probably don't have the same model he does. You don't need to be a mechanical engineer to see that.