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T12EK - 2300W 1/2" Variable Speed Plunge Router 240V UK

T12EK
€499.99

High-performance trade-focused plunge router with advanced safety features, engineered to deliver reliable, fast, accurate cuts. Perfect for lock fitting, worktop joints and timber profiling.

  • Powerful 2300W Motor with Full Wave Electronics delivers consistently high power, torque and speed, and features soft-start to prevent kick-back.
  • 80mm Plunge Depth is ideal for deep cutting applications. Perfect for lock fitting, worktop joints and timber profiling.
  • Trend Base Configuration is a standardised pattern of fixing holes that allow routers to be attached to a range of compatible tables, jigs and accessories.
  • Precision Centring System features a unique guide bush centring pin and adaptor plate that ensures perfect concentricity between cutter and guide bush for pinpoint accuracy with routing jigs.
  • Auto-Lock Plunge Lever allows users to quickly, accurately and safely reposition the plunge position without releasing the handles.
  • Anti-Restart Protection prevents the router from accidental start-up if the trigger lock-on switch is engaged, and the power supply is interrupted or lost and restored.
  • 7-Level Variable Speed Control ranges from 9,000 to 22,000rpm, giving the user total control across a range of cutters, materials, and applications.
  • Top-Mount Cyclone Extraction with enhanced dust adapter efficiently clears debris to give users 360° visibility and prevent extraction hoses from ‘snagging’.
  • Ergonomic Inclined Handles support a natural wrist position, reduce strain, and increase control when routing with arms outstretched.
  • Quick-Set Depth Post with rack & pinion 1.0mm indexed increments and zeroing function for fast, easy adjustment.
  • Micrometer Fine Height Adjuster features 0.1mm increments and an easy-to-read display for precision depth adjustment.
  • Integrated Power Trigger bult into the inclined handle for precise and safe control of the router’s on/off function.
  • Micro-Adjustable Side Fence with adjustable facings and 0.1mm increments for accurate edge rebating, grooving and moulding.
  • Automatic LED Work Lights allow users to accurately position the cutter in low-light situations, prior to engaging the material and making costly errors.
  • Phosphor Bronze Bushings are corrosion resistant, durable and self-lubricating to prevent racking and deliver a smooth, accurate plunge action.
  • Anti-Scratch Base Plate made from replaceable, smooth Phenolic materials for a low-friction routing experience.
  • Integrated Router Rest provides users with a safe way of changing cutters whilst preventing debris from entering motor vents.
  • Wide Base Aperture to suit large profile and jointing cutters.
  • ER Style Collet utilises a double-locking safety design to prevent accidental cutter ejection and a multi-slit profile for concentric clamping to the cutter shank.
  • 3-Position Rotating Turret is used to pre-set plunge depth limits for fast, repeatable batch and stepped cutting.
  • *3 year warranty – Online registration required
  • Not suitable for router table use.
Trend T12 2300w 1/2" RouterTrend T12 2300w 1/2" Router

T12 

2300W ½” VARIABLE SPEED PLUNGE ROUTER

High-performance trade-focused plunge router with advanced safety features, engineered to deliver reliable, fast, accurate cuts.

Overview

t12 Annotated Featurest12 Annotated Features

Key Features

80mm plunge depth80mm plunge depth
precision centering systemprecision centering system
top-mount extractiontop-mount extraction
auto-lock plungeauto-lock plunge

Features

Powerful 2300w motorPowerful 2300w motor

UPRATED MOTOR delivers consistently high torque to prevent overloading in demanding situations and a faster top speed to produce a finer finish in high-speed applications.

SOFT START prevents tool movement on start-up for a smoother and safer user experience .

UPRATED MOTOR delivers consistently high torque to prevent overloading in demanding situations and a faster top speed to produce a finer finish in high-speed applications.

SOFT START prevents tool movement on start-up for a smoother and safer user experience .

80MM PLUNGE DEPTH is ideal for deep cutting applications. Perfect for lock jigs, worktop joints and timber profiling.

PHOSPHOR BRONZE BUSHINGS are corrosion resistant, durable and self-lubricating to prevent racking and deliver a smooth, accurate plunge action.

80mm Plunge Depth80mm Plunge Depth
Trend Base ConfigurationTrend Base Configuration

TREND BASE CONFIGURATION  is a standardised fixing pattern of holes that allow routers to be attached to a range of compatible tables, jigs and accessories.

 

TREND BASE CONFIGURATION  is a standardised fixing pattern of holes that allow routers to be attached to a range of compatible tables, jigs and accessories.

PRECISION CENTERING SYSTEM  contains a unique guide bush centring pin and adaptor plate ensures perfect concentricity between cutter and guide bush for pinpoint accuracy with routing jigs.

Precision Centering SystemPrecision Centering System
Auto-locking Plunge LeverAuto-locking Plunge Lever

AUTO-LOCK is temporarily disengaged whilst the lever is held in this position, and router can plunge. When the lever is released, the plunge position will be locked. Perfect for fast repositioning and surface registration when used with a jig.

Auto-lock is turned off, allowing the user to control the plunge position. Perfect for accurate repositioning and depth post setting.

Re-engages auto-lock and returns the lever to the resting position. The plunge lever self-tightens, so vibration caused by heavy loads will not affect the accuracy of the depth setting.

AUTO-LOCK is temporarily disengaged whilst the lever is held in this position, and router can plunge. When the lever is released, the plunge position will be locked. Perfect for fast repositioning and surface registration when used with a jig.

Auto-lock is turned off, allowing the user to control the plunge position. Perfect for accurate repositioning and depth post setting.

Re-engages auto-lock and returns the lever to the resting position. The plunge lever self-tightens, so vibration caused by heavy loads will not affect the accuracy of the depth setting.

ANTI-RESTART PROTECTION prevents the router from unexpected start-up if the trigger lock-on switch is engaged, and the power supply is turned on or temporarily interrupted & restored.

In this event, the trigger lock-on switch must be disengaged before the router can restart.

IEC 62841-2-17:2017 compliant.

Automatic Shut Off FeatureAutomatic Shut Off Feature
7 Level Variable Speed Dial7 Level Variable Speed Dial

VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL dial features 7 increments ranging from 9,000rpm to 22,000rpm, which gives the user total control across a wider range of cutter styles, cutter sizes, materials, and applications.

Variable speed control dial is recessed, to prevent accidental adjustment.

Rating Label lists speed ratio chart for easy cross- reference to the cutter shank to ensure cutters are used safely, and at optimum speed.

VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL dial features 7 increments ranging from 9,000rpm to 22,000rpm, which gives the user total control across a wider range of cutter styles, cutter sizes, materials, and applications.

Variable speed control dial is recessed, to prevent accidental adjustment.

Rating Label lists speed ratio chart for easy cross- reference to the cutter shank to ensure cutters are used safely, and at optimum speed.

GIVES USERS 360° VISIBILITY and prevent extraction hoses from ‘snagging’ on jigs and materials, the extraction connection point is conveniently mounted at the top of the router.

ENHANCED CYCLONE DUST ADAPTER efficiently pulls debris away from the work area to maintain visibility, keep cuts clean and prolong cutter life.

Top Mount Cyclone ExtractionTop Mount Cyclone Extraction
Ergonomic Inclined HandlesErgonomic Inclined Handles

FORWARD-FACING ANGLE supports a natural wrist position, reduces strain, and increases control when routing with arms outstretched.

SCULPTED HANDLE PROFILE with rubber over-mould provides improved comfort and control.

FORWARD-FACING ANGLE supports a natural wrist position, reduces strain, and increases control when routing with arms outstretched.

SCULPTED HANDLE PROFILE with rubber over-mould provides improved comfort and control.

QUICK SET DEPTH POST - Rack & Pinion depth post with indexed 1mm increments and zeroing function for fast, easy adjustment.

MICROMETER FINE HEIGHT ADJUSTER - 0.1mm increments with an easy-to-read display for precision depth adjustments.

Quick-set Depth Post with Fine Height AdjusterQuick-set Depth Post with Fine Height Adjuster
Intergrated Power TriggerIntergrated Power Trigger

BUILT INTO THE ERGONOMIC HANDLE - the power trigger and lock-on switch are operated without releasing the grip, which helps to prevent accidental movement and kick-back when turning the router on and off.

BUILT INTO THE ERGONOMIC HANDLE - the power trigger and lock-on switch are operated without releasing the grip, which helps to prevent accidental movement and kick-back when turning the router on and off.

TWIN, FLICKER-FREE LEDS improve safety and accuracy in low-light situations where work lighting is poor or the use of a jig is casting shadows.

IMPROVED VISIBILITY allows users to accurately position the cutter prior to engaging the material and making costly errors.

Lights also indicate when power to the tool is ‘live’, which is useful in combination with the Automatic Shut-Off feature.

Automatic LED LightsAutomatic LED Lights

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Micro-Adjustable Side Fence Micro-Adjustable Side Fence 

Micro-Adjustable Side Fence with adjustable facings and 0.1mm increments for accurate edge rebating, grooving and moulding.

Phosphor Bronze BushingsPhosphor Bronze Bushings

Phosphor Bronze Bushings are corrosion resistant, durable and self-lubricating to prevent racking and deliver a smooth, accurate plunge action.

Anti-Scratch Base PlateAnti-Scratch Base Plate

Anti-Scratch Base Plate low-friction, screw-mounted, replaceable phenolic base plate. Provides smooth movement of router over material. 

Integrated Router RestIntegrated Router Rest

Integrated Router Rest provides users with a safe and convenient way of changing cutters whilst preventing dust and debris from work surfaces from entering motor vents.

Wide Base ApertureWide Base Aperture

Wide Base Aperture to suit large profile and jointing cutters.

ER Style ColletER Style Collet

ER Style Collet features a double-locking safety feature to prevent accidental cutter ejection and a multi-slit profile for concentric clamping to the cutter shank.

3-Position Rotating Turret3-Position Rotating Turret

3-Position Rotating Turret is used to pre-set plunge depth limits for fast, repeatable batch and stepped cutting.

Plunge Depth LimiterPlunge Depth Limiter

Plunge Depth Limiter is easy to set and prevents over-cutting.

Spindle LockSpindle Lock

Spindle Lock for quick and easy router cutter changes.


Key Applications

Kitchen fitting applicationsKitchen fitting applications

Kitchen fitting applications including worktop jointing, draining grooves, hob and sink recesses and carcass alteration.

Fast, accurate & heavy duty trenching workFast, accurate & heavy duty trenching work

Fast, accurate & heavy duty trenching work including lock and latch fitting, staircase production and general purpose carpentry with long & wide cutters.

Hand-held routing and edge moulding applications Hand-held routing and edge moulding applications

Hand-held routing and edge moulding applications including precision matched recesses for intumescent fire door strips and rebates.

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Product Specifications

Product Details

  • Powerful 2,300W Motor with full wave control and soft-start delivers consistently high power, torque and speed in all demanding situations.
  • 80mm Plunge Depth is ideal for deep cutting applications. Perfect for lock jigs, worktop joints and timber profiling.
  • Precision Centring System features a unique guide bush centring pin and adaptor plate that ensures perfect concentricity between cutter and guide bush for pinpoint accuracy with routing jigs.
  • Trend Base Configuration features a unique precision guide bush centring device to ensure perfect concentricity between cutter and collet for pinpoint accuracy when used with Trend routing jigs.
  • Auto-Lock Plunge Lever allows users to quickly, accurately and safely reposition the plunge position without releasing the handles.
  • Anti Restart Protection prevents the router from accidental start-up if the trigger lock-on switch is engaged, and the power supply is lost and restored or interrupted.
  • 7-Level Variable Speed Control ranges from 9,000 to 22,000rpm, giving the user total control across a range of cutters, materials, and applications.
  • Top-Mount Cyclone Extraction with enhanced dust adapter efficiently clears debris to give users 360° visibility and prevent extraction hoses from ‘snagging’.
  • Ergonomic Inclined Handles support a natural wrist position, reduce strain, and increase control when routing with arms outstretched.
  • Quick Set Depth Post with rack & pinion 1.0mm indexed increments and zeroing function for fast, easy adjustment.
  • Micrometer Fine Height Adjuster features 0.1mm increments and an easy-to-read display for precision depth adjustment.
  • Integrated Power Trigger prevents accidental movement and kick-back when turning the router on and off.
  • Micro-adjustable Side Fence with adjustable facings and 0.1mm increments for accurate edge rebating, grooving and moulding.
  • Automatic LED Work Lights allow users to accurately position the cutter prior to engaging the material and making costly errors in low-light situations.
  • Phosphor Bronze Bushings are corrosion resistant, durable and self-lubricating to prevent racking and deliver a smooth, accurate plunge action.
  • Anti-Scratch Base Plate Low-friction, screw-mounted, replaceable phenolic base plate
  • Integrated Router Rest provides users with a safe way of changing cutters whilst preventing debris from entering motor vents.
  • Wide Base Aperture to suit large profile and jointing cutters.
  • ER Style Collet features a double-locking safety feature to prevent accidental cutter ejection and a multi-slit profile for concentric clamping to the cutter shank.
  • 3-Position Rotating Turret is used to pre-set plunge depth limits for fast, repeatable batch and stepped cutting.
  • Plunge Depth Limiter is easy to set and prevents over-cutting.
  • Spindle Lock for quick and easy router cutter changes.

Explore each feature in detail below 

Product Includes

Side Fence 

Guide Bush Plate

30mm Guide Bush

22mm Spanner

Collet

 Guide Bush Pin

 Top-Mount Extraction Adapter

Cyclone Dust Adapter 

Blow Molded Case

Specifications

Rating

Professional/Trade

Voltage

240V

Plunge stroke

0-80mm

Power input

2300W

Standard collet dia.

1/2"

No load speeds

9,000-22,000rpm

Dust spout size ID

35mm

Guide bush dia. supplied

30mm

Cutter diameter max. (hand held)

50mm 

Base aperture size

70mm

Rod diameter

10mm

Rod length

360mm

Rod Centers

100mm

Weight

6.4Kg

Sound pressure Lpa

95.1 dB(A)1

Acoustic pressure Lwa

106.1 dB(A)2

Hand arm vibration

< 2.1m/s²

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Duty Rating
Heavy/Professional/Trade
Motor Power
2300 W
AC Voltage
240 V
Plug Type
UK 3 pin
Supplied Collet Size
1/2 "
Plunge Stroke (Max)
80 mm
No Load Speed
9,000-22,000 rpm
Supplied Guide Bush
30 mm
Fence Rod Length
360 mm
Fence Rod Centres
100 mm
Fence Rod Diameter
10 mm
Base Aperture Diameter
70 mm
Cutter Diameter (Max)
50 mm
Dust Spout Internal Diameter
35 mm
Sound Pressure (Lpa)
95.1 dB(A)1
Acoustic Pressure (Lwa)
106.1 dB(A)2
Hand/Arm Vibration
<2.1 m/s2
Weight (Net)
6.4 kg
Power Cable Length
3.5 m
End of Life
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For UK & Eire sale only

Router Table Compatible
No
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