Festool OF 1010 EQ Router
- Ergonomic handle with full-grip is designed for increased control and reduced fatigue with power switch and speed control at the fingertips.
- The OF 1010 EQ Router provides a smooth 2-1/8″ plunge action which enables you to maintain complete control with a quick and secure plunge lock.
- MMC electronic controls provide constant speed under load for improved cut quality, step-less variable speed, and overload and thermal protection.
- Micro-adjustable depth control to 1/256″ (1/10 mm) which allows you to dial in your routing with tremendous precision.
- Integrated dust extraction port extracts dust from the point of generation, increasing visibility and saving valuable clean-up time.
This is a powerful compact plunge router that may be used single-handed, with or without the Festool guide rail. Adjustable speed control produces higher surface quality and longer tool life. A fine height adjuster can be tweaked up to 1/3″ with 1/256″ accuracy, plus the turret stop allows for fast and accurate adjustment without the use of special tools. The 1010 Router accepts 1/4″ and 8mm bits and features a special base runner that leaves no scratches. Weight 6 lb. Adjustable speed control, 10,000-22,000 RPM. Turret with three adjustable stops for simple selection of routing depths. Dust extractor port. Edge working accessories available. Guide rail available as an accessory. The 7.5 Amp, 120V motor features MMC electronics with 5 control and monitoring functions, including soft start, constant speed under load, stepless speed adjustment. Temperature and current-triggered overload protection. 32 mm Euro-hole drilling accessories and guide rail for row of holes available. Fine depth adjustment accurate to 1/256″ (0.1 mm) and zero function for quick yet precise depth setting. Jointing system VS 600 available. Plug it detachable power cord. Included : Router. 8mm and 1/4″ collets. Dust extractor port. Systainer (stackable storage container)
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I was split between getting this routing and the Festool 1400 and here are the pro and cons.
Advantages of 1010
Weight ( 5.9 Lbs versus 9.9)
Dust Catcher integrated into base (1400 dust catcher is plastic add on that works fine)
Pros of 1400
Collet Support (adds 1/2 Collet)
Wattage (1400 versus 1010)
Depth (2 3/4″ versus 2 1/8)
Both routers are smooth starting, quiet (for a router at least), easy to adjust, and precise with festool accessories, so both choices are great routers if you can afford them.
Now if this is going to be your only router. The Festool 1400 is best option because it has the most range and that is what I bought.
But if you have a table router (or plan to), the Festool 1010 is a better choice for handheld as it has plenty of power, easier to handle, and cheaper.
Festool does carry a rather complete range of 8mm bits for handheld use, so the 1/2″ collet limitations isn’t as a bad sounds for handheld use.
And because I will soon get a table router, I regret now not getting the Festool 1010 as my handheld router.
The Festool OF1010 Plunge Router is not too big, not too small. It can handle 1/4 and 1/2″ collets as well as the European 8mm shanks. This router is compatible with the MFT1080 table system Festool sells and thus, can be used to make dadoes and grooves repetitively that are extremely accurate. The trigger switch and handle ensure control and the router has a soft-start function to avoid kickback. The dust-control system is very good and 90% of the dust goes straight into the dust collector. Anyone who has operated a router knows how much dust they generate and this is minimized with the Festool dust collector. The router is compatible with any length guide rail Festool sells. There is also a guide rail available for drilling repetitive shelf holes in bookcases. This is a versatile little machine that is equally at home being used freehand or in a dovetail jig. I have been able to route rabbets as required in 3/4″ oak plywood without difficulty and the machine has enough power for any reasonable feed rate. I’m just beginning to scratch the surface of what this router can accomplish. It’s definitely not your father’s router!