Festool 574692 Router of 1400 EQ Imperial

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  • Ergonomic handles: Festool routers are designed for increased control and reduced fatigue. Integrated switches allow use with just one hand
  • Dust extraction: Integrated dust extraction ports capture dust and debris at the point of creation, increasing visibility, prolonging cutter life, and saving valuable cleanup time
  • Swiveling chip deflector: Can be used with edge forming bits, maximizing chip and dust extraction even around curves and corners. Attaches and releases quickly with tool-free spring clip system
  • System integration: Designed for use with the FS Guide Rail system, MFS multi-routing templates, and a wide range of other accessory options. Power Consumption – 1400 watts / 11.7 amps 120 v. Drive Shaft Speed – 10,000 – 22,500 rpm. Quick Depth Adjustment Range – 2 3/4 inch (70 mm)
  • Precision depth adjustment: Micro-adjustability dial allows routing with tremendous precision; depth control to 1/256″ (1/10 mm) with ball detents

 

$600.00

Our most versatile router packs 1400 watts into less than 10 lbs. It’s got enough power for most routing tasks, yet it’s small enough to allow precise control.

The OF 1400 Router provides 1400 watts of power in a machine that weighs less than 10 lbs.

It accepts 1/2, 1/4 or 8 mm bits. With enough power to handle most routing tasks and small enough to be extremely maneuverable, the OF 1400 is the one router every tradesperson should own.

With a category-leading 2-3/4 plunge depth, precise to 1/256 (1/10 mm), this router gives you the power, precision, depth of cut, and dust extraction capabilities that will simplify your routing tasks

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Based on 8 reviews

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  1. Steve H –

    I waited way too long to invest in this router. I’ve been building a lot of furniture with mortise and tenon joints for several years. My go to method for cutting mortises has been a PC plunge router with a PC edge guide and an uncut spiral bit. The results have been acceptable, but I’ve been frustrated in with the fine adjustment ability of the PC set up. I also didn’t enjoy spending 20 minutes or more cleaning up all the chips after finishing.Then this beauty came into my shop and everything changed! I purchased the parallel edge guide with the 1400. When they arrived I couldn’t wait to test it out. I had a Veritas inset vice I needed to install in my work bench and it required a deep slot about 2 1/2 wide as well as shallow wings on each side. The fine adjustments with the Festool parallel guide is amazingly simple and accurate. That alone made the price of this upgrade much easier to take. However, the dust collection left me amazed and smiling. I used a 1 1/4″x1 1/4″ flexible plumbing coupling with radiator style clamps to connect the router’s dust hood to my shop vac. When all was done a scant handful of dust and chips had escaped the dust collection system, an amount I was able to clean up in about a minute with a bench brush and trash can.If I could give this more than 5 stars I would. Yes, it’s an expensive upgrade, but the frustration and time saved more than make up for it. If you are serious about woodworking it’s worth saving up and investing in great tools like this.

    Steve H –

  2. Kevin Lemoi –

    After messing around with other brands of routers I finally broke down and bought a Festool 1440 EQ Router. AMAZING machine. Having just bought a new table saw (Grizzly G0690) I was frustrated with the lack of repeatable accuracy for crosscuts of large/long cabinet sides. Dados are very hard to get right with a cutting depth of 29″ to the right of the saw blade. Enter the Festool 1440 router and the Festool MFT/3 Table. The Router is SMOOOOOTH as silk in its running. Quiet too! I’ve had PC routers and Dewalt routers that sound like a jet engine. When combined with the Festool MFT/3 and its rail system the accurancy is just what I was looking to have in my funiture shop. The initial investment is a bit much (ouch) but in the end I am VERY happy. I HAD another brands setup that starts with “M” but I sent it back… not nearly accurage enough. So YES… I have drank the green coolaid! I also have the TS 55 Track saw and love it too!

    Kevin Lemoi –

  3. car guy –

    I don’t like to use terms of affection to describe a power tool but, I really like this router. The ratchet head makes changing bits a breeze. The plunge height adjustments are obviously well thought out and easy to use. I haven’t run into any configurations that prevent the use of the dust collection fittings. Definitely more expensive than other router options but will no doubt be the last router I will ever buy.

    car guy –

  4. GetReal2010 –

    Tool and a price for pro’s and those who want the best. I’m a working pro-carpenter, own 6(?) routers, used 20 others. This is just a sweet, sweet tool to use. Very stable, solid feel. I’ve already used it with the equally hideously expensive track set-up to bail me out of a tricky cabinet veneer job so consider purchasing the accessory parts just in case. Ouch, but anything to get the job done. ** I replaced the Festool track clamps with DeWalt’s track clamps. Much better.

    GetReal2010 –

  5. nevadasmith –

    overpriced and is hard to use since your hand placement is in a different position then traditional routers. I used this on one job and it was hard to see since you sit behind the cutter and cant view what its doing. Festool is overpriced, returned

    nevadasmith –

  6. Ketter Family –

    Exactly what you expect from Festool…. very expensive and very precise. Works like a Festool should.

    Ketter Family –

  7. ellieboss –

    SO 2ND PURCHASE I MADE MISSING THE CORD LOOKS USED . I AM STUCK BC U HAVE TO EMAIL OR CALL THE 800 # NO HELP NO UNHAPPY

    ellieboss –

  8. Joseph Bedard –

    A very great router along with all the festool line.

    Joseph Bedard –

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