-MIKE- wrote:

Either way, make sure you get the momentary switch, otherwise any
safety aspect is negated. I use one of those foot switches with
my
router and like knowing that it will shut off if my foot moves.
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"Mike Marlow" wrote:

I would not use the momentary switch. That forces you to remain
in
what can become an awkward position, in order to keep your foot on
the switch. I disagree that any safety aspect is negated - in
fact
as I said - it could be argued that momentary can create its own
unsafe environment.
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Lew Hodgett wrote:


You are entitled to your misguided opinion but you would be WRONG.
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"Mike Marlow" wrote:

Really?
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Lew Hodgett wrote:

Yes as previously described below.
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Lew Hodgett wrote:


A foot switch provides the same function as an "Emergency Stop"
momentary contact push button.

If you move your foot, you remove power, the router comes to a
stop.

All is well IF you remain in fixed position until router comes to a
stop.

If you want to use a maintained contact foot switch as a matter of
convenience, so be it, but it is no longer providing a safety
function.

I disagree. The switch provides the ability to turn the router on
and off without looking under the table to hit the router switch,
and also allows you to keep a secure hold on the workpiece from
start to finish. That is indeed a safety function.

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Lew Hodgett wrote:

Personally, I prefer a maintained contact switch mounted on the
front
of the router table, functioning the same way a table saw switch
functions.
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"Mike Marlow" wrote:

So, that completely contradicts what you just said above. I'm not
sure which side of this discussion you're really coming down on Lew.
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Not at all.

A momentary contact switch in a foot operated switch provides the
"Dead Man"
switch function required for a safety device.

In addition, it provides under voltage proction if the necessary
additional devices have been included.

A "Push on, push off" switch whether it is mounted in a foot switch or
a wall switch, provides a convenience function, but definitely a
SAFETY function.

Lew