The Collet Router

A New Innovation In Woodworking

The Shaw Collet Router is a new type of woodworking machine developed in New Zealand as a collaboration between master woodworker John Shaw and woodworking equipment manufacturer Compakto.

The Collet Router combines the best features of a spindle moulder and a router table into one user-friendly, accurate and highly versatile woodworking machine. A key innovation is the precision joystick control of the cutter both vertically and horizontally.

Joystick two axis control

The joystick controls the spindle both vertically and horizontally. It can be switched between rapid and fine movements

Digital readout

A digital readout displays the cutter position with an accuracy of 0.1mm.

Sliding table

A flexible sliding table can be quickly installed to add even more capability.

Precision

Fine tune the cutter speed for precise, clean and burn free cuts

Flexible cutter options

The universal ER25 collet system allows use of all styles of router and CNC cutters up to 16mm shank diameter

Easy cutter change

Rapid and simple above-table cutter change

Rapid adjustments

The adjustment of fence to cutter position is achieved quickly using a combination of fence movement and fine joystick control

Removable fence

The fence position can be easily and quickly adjusted or removed entirely and stored at rear of machine

Dust extraction

Integrated dust extraction via fence and table ensures clean and tidy operation

Quiet operation

The Shaw Collet Router works with low operating noise and very low vibration

Easily moved

Built in wheels makes it easy to move around the workshop

Storage

Store all your router tools and accessories in the built-in shelving

Innovative Two Axis Joystick Control

The incremental movement precision of the joystick control beats even the most sophisticated Spindle Moulder.

One joystick controls movement in both directions.

Change between rapid and fine movements at the touch of a button.

Fine adjustments of 0.1 mm can be made both vertically and horizontally, and the settings are clearly displayed on the readout.

Control panel run through

Changing the cutter

Specifications

Table size820 mm Ɨ 640 mm
Height900 mm
Maximum fence movement (Y axis)175 mm
Collet Router movement vertical (X axis)100 mm
Collet Router movement horizontal (Y axis)30 mm
Read out resolution0.1 mm
Router Spindle
Power2.2 kW (3 BHP)
Max RPM18000
Min usable RPM1500
Collet typeER25
Max collet size16 mm
Max recommended tool diameter70 mm
Electrical
Input voltage220V–240V single-phase
Frequency50–60 Hz
Max current drawn9 A
Internal control voltage24V DC
Extraction
Diameter100 mm
Min air speed25 m/s

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