Customer Reviews and Photos for:
Safety Power Tool Switch
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Average Rating:
4.5
(139 customer reviews)
$27.99
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1) Submitted by
Dick Rochester, from Lafayette, COL
on 2/28/2011
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I built a modified version of Norm's Router Table. I used his design for the cabinet, except I made it smaller, added wheels, and used a solid door instead of Plexiglass. I also used the switch here, instead of the one he specified.
I did not build Norm's top of fence. I bought both.
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2) Submitted by
Wayne Mahler, from Turtle Creek, PA
on 1/10/2011
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Mounted my router on the right wing of my table saw. This was an absolute must add saftey feature. The large paddle makes it a breeze to shut the power off with my knee. In my opinion a must for any power tool like an older table saw, router table etc.
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3) Submitted by
Merle, from Hobbs, KS
on 1/1/2011
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I like the fact that his product does not have to be hardwired into the machine being used.
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4) Submitted by
Greg Wilmot, from Pomfret, CT
on 2/1/2013
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I've bought 3 of these and I may buy a 4th. I have one for my router table, one for an old 1.5hp molder I've restored, and one for my shop vac. I have the shop vac under the wing of my table saw along with a cyclone and I have this power switch mounted on a post in a central location next to the saw. It does what it's supposed to do. The big stop paddle is removable.
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5) Submitted by
Gene Thayer, from Stockton, CA
on 12/31/2010
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It's a power switch. It turns on, it turns off. Big stop paddle.
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6) Submitted by
Robert Brail, from Oakland, MI
on 11/28/2010
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Safety switch appears to be well built, and performs it's function very well.
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7) Submitted by
Doug Highlen, from Anaheim, CA
on 9/6/2012
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I had originally wanted the old school pushbutton switch for my antique table saw. I have had this switch hardwired in for about two months and it has performed in an exemplary fashion. I tend to "whack" the stop paddle fairly hard and it takes whatever I give it. I will definitely buy more of these as I continue to restore my vintage woodshop.
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8) Submitted by
Tom from WI
on 11/14/2010
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Nice big stop paddle easy to use. But wish both cords would be a little longer . Good quality for the price !!!
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9) Submitted by
Patrick, from Toledo, OH
on 11/2/2010
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I looked at several other brands of switches some costing twice as much before buying 2 of Rockler switches. The primary reason for choosing the Rockler was the oversize and easily accessible STOP switch - which was 50-100% larger than the others. The switch installed easily and works. I will end up buying another for a third power tool.
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10) Submitted by
Ken Shefcik, from New Hope, PA
on 11/1/2010
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Worked very well, just wished the power cord was longer than 7 feet.
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11) Submitted by
Carl Ulbrich, from Clemson, SC
on 7/8/2010
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Excellent product. Installed quickly and easily and has performed better than the switch it replaced. I plan to get a second one which I would use on my table saw.
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12) Submitted by
Gene Mullaney, from Elizabeth, AR
on 7/8/2010
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My router table is one of my woodshop’s most frequently used tools. This new Safety Power Tool Switch is a welcome replacement for the failed original keyed switch. This new unit is sturdy, oversized and possesses a simplicity of design most desirable in safety equipment. It installed in a matter of minutes, and has performed flawlessly. If any other tools in my shop require switch replacement, I will unhesitatingly purchase another. I would recommend this item to a friend.
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13) Submitted by
Charlie, from W, VA
on 7/1/2010
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Now that my daughter is using my workshop equipment, I felt I needed to put a safety switch on my lathe that is over 30 years old. It works great.
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14) Submitted by
Andrew, from South Lyon, MI
on 3/7/2011
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Seems really good so far, been using it on a mid-sized router, probably turned on/off about 30-40 times so far, no issues. Stop paddle has come loose 1-2 times, waiting for it to break, but seems to be holding on ok. Product seemed as good or better than other brands similar products, especially for price when on sale
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15) Submitted by
Chris, from New Orleans, LA
on 6/27/2010
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Good product. It does what it's supposed to do and hasn't failed me yet. The switch and power cords seem to be well built. The plastic "Stop" paddle works fine, but looks a little too much like a toy for my taste. I'd prefer something a little more stylish for my custom built router table. Even so, it's a great safety addition. Given the choice to do it over... Yeah, I'd buy it again.
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16) Submitted by
Bryce Johnston, from Lubbock, TX
on 6/6/2010
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Excellent product. I purchased mine for a new router table I bought and it has certainly met my expectations. Slightly longer screws would have made the installation a little easier, but after dropping a nut or two it attached just fine.
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17) Submitted by
Chet Zarzycki, from Hewitt, NJ
on 4/24/2010
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Great safety product, also easy to mount and convenient to use. I am using it on my "Norm" router table that I built. Bought a 2nd one to use on a portable tablesaw I just purchased.
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18) Submitted by
Charles Buckmaster, from Wake Forest, NC
on 1/19/2010
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I purchased this switch for a router table that I built. It does the job and is much more convenient than reaching under the table to turn the router on and off. The cords are very heavy duty and are long enough for my purposes. Good product.
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19) Submitted by
Kris Koza, from Pinehurst, NC
on 11/6/2009
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After moving to NC I was given a cabinet makers table saw from my neighbor. He had recently purchased a new Delta Unisaw and needed this out of his garage. It didn't have a safety switch - so this one does everything it is supposed to do. Great Product!
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20) Submitted by
Peter Lomanto, from Los Banos, CA
on 3/9/2011
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Shipped fast and works very well.
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21) Submitted by
Wayne, from Salisbury, NC
on 10/4/2009
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I use the safety switch on my router table. I feel much safer with the switch when turning the router on and especeially turning the router off. I never did like having to reach under the table to turn the router on or off. Great product! Does everthing it is suppose to do.
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22) Submitted by
Karl, from Warner Robins, GA
on 9/3/2009
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Works great!
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23) Submitted by
Andrew, from Panko, NJ
on 8/28/2009
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Works as advertised and thus greatly increases the safety of whatever tool you are using (I have mine on my router table so I don't have to reach underneath the router/table to turn it off. The large "stop" paddle makes it easy to turn off the switch with a bump of your thigh so you don't have to take your hands or eyes off the workpiece or tool itself.
The cords are a very thick gauge and the plugs are sturdy feeling. I don't have any complaints about the product, just a small observation that I was surprised at. The "stop" paddle isn't actually the off switch. It is merely a loosely hinged paddle that rests freely on top of a smaller stop button underneath the paddle so that when you press the stop paddle, it presses on the stop button. It gets the job done nonetheless, but it feels a little cheap that way. I've seen other large safety paddle switches like this (such as on the SawStop tablesaw) where the paddle itself is the switch. But for only $30, the current design is good enough and a good value too. Overall, a great product and I have no regrets about the purchase.
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24) Submitted by
Eric, from Virginia Beach, VA
on 2/1/2011
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Purchased on sale-great value for the money spent. Installation is quick - mounted to my shop made router table with two #12 screws. Cord length to router was fine but the recepticle cord could have been a little longer.
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25) Submitted by
Richard, from Vincennes, IN
on 8/16/2009
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Liked the one I put on my table saw so much that I had to have one for my home built router table. Greatly increases safety as the large OFF button is easy to bump with my knee so I never take my eyes off the cutting area or my hands off my project.
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26) Submitted by
Bob Hillis, from Twain Harte, CA
on 7/14/2009
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Used this product on my home built router table.
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27) Submitted by
L. Bailey, from Lake City, TX
on 6/30/2009
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I'm using this on a router table that I bought at Rockler's. It really makes it easier to switch the router on and off without having to bend over and find the switch on the router.
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28) Submitted by
Russ Garrett, from Iron Mountain, MI
on 11/27/2009
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The safety switch is well worth the money. Safe and handy.
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29) Submitted by
James Glasgow, from North Pole, AK
on 8/31/2009
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I am the safety officer for the Corp of Engineers @ Eielson AFB and I think every router table should have this device. It is easy to see how when bending under table with a slip your hand could contact the rotating router bit. In addition by the time you buy an electrical box and cover and charge $10 for your time the switch is cheaper.
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30) Submitted by
David M., from Graniteville, SC
on 6/23/2009
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I had previously ordered this switch to use on my 1960's model table saw. It really adds top the ability to quickly shut off the power This is why I ordered one to use with a Router table that I just aquired. It's great!
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31) Submitted by
Bob Perras, from Baldwin, NY
on 11/13/2011
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Received Safety Power Tool Switch for use on my Rockler Router Table. From all descriptions and photos it appears that switch bolts to one of the legs of the router table. What a surprise - this was not the case. 1. The machine screws furnished with the switch are larger than the holes in the legs. 2. The spacing between the two holes in the switch do not line up with the holes in the table legs. The simple installation now involves having to enlarge one of the holes in the leg and drilling a new hole for the second bolt.
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32) Submitted by
DJA, from Pittsburgh
on 5/1/2011
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This is OK. The big STOP paddle comes loose if I hit to too sharply. The switch will stay on when the power goes out and restarts. Too pricey.
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33) Submitted by
Paul Skarstad, from Plymouth, MN
on 10/3/2010
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This is a very good product. I've used it on my router table for a couple years now. I was skeptical at first about how well it would stand up, but have had no problems after a lot of use. I appreciate both the convenience and safety it brings. Seems best mounted on the left side of the frame, so it's near my left hand at the end of a pass.
I would appreciate enough current capability to switch both router and vac, 25-30A, but I think that's a much more expensive item. This one does a very good job with the router alone.
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34) Submitted by
Kevin McGuire, from Camarillo, CA
on 6/12/2009
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I used this on a home built router station, the switch works very well, the large paddle is easy to find and the pigtale for the shop vac is great.
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35) Submitted by
Archcraft, from Valley Park, MO.
on 5/25/2009
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We purchased this product for a shop built router table so we would not have to reach under the table for on & off. Well built and solid construction. I would buy it again if needed.
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36) Submitted by
John b, from Mount Clemens, MI
on 2/23/2011
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I really like this switch. It is constructed very well. The large push button for "on" and huge stop sign button for "off" are designed very nicely.
If I would have one suggestion it would be to have the outlet for the router built into the unit on the back or side and also add an addional outlet for your shop vac so the router and shop vac turn on simultaneously.
As it is designed now I just added an adapter for the plug so I can plug in both the vac and router.
I would buy this again.
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37) Submitted by
Marv Schoenherr, from Troy, MI
on 4/25/2009
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I installed this product on a router table project. I had to cut off the female end and wire it into a box, as I use it to control the router, a light and dust collection for the table - would like to see that as an option to purchase. Overall, nice heavy duty switch.
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38) Submitted by
Jim M., from Arundel, ME
on 4/19/2009
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Excellent product. Installed it on router table and 20 year old Craftsman table saw. Much easier to shut down with the large paddle. Thumbs up to whoever designed this switch.
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39) Submitted by
Bob Carter, from Lakewood, CA
on 4/15/2009
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We installed this safety switch on a 25 yr. old table saw. Quality switch w/ plenty of cord. Stop plate should be curved and integrated into the switch housing. Overall a very good product.
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40) Submitted by
John Crawford, from Lake George, NY
on 7/12/2010
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Great switch. I used it already in a critical situation---worked great. I bought another for my router table.
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41) Submitted by
William Fearnehough, from New Port Richey, FL
on 4/11/2009
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After several times of wood twisting and binding on the saw, it was time for this product. I waited too long and took 3 teeth off a blade. Safety first!
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42) Submitted by
R. Lang, from Richmond, MN
on 4/8/2009
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I purchased this switch to put on my table saw. I only have a small toggle style switch on it, and was looking for a safer switch to shut off my table saw. I found that I always had both hands busy holding the wood and reaching over the spinning blade and wanted a switch to shut off the saw with my knee. This switch did the trick. I mounted it and knee level on my table saw stand and works just as I wanted.
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43) Submitted by
Mike Gottschall, from Bellevue, NE
on 7/7/2010
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I have two, one for my 1957 Craftsman table saw (I broke the on/off switch during last move) and one for my router table. The switch is safe and very simple to install! Great addition to the workshop.
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44) Submitted by
Jeff Kennedy, from TRinity, NC
on 4/6/2009
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A must have for the saw extension router table I built. Will take a bracket to put in a correct and safe location that can be hit with your leg. Works well.
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45) Submitted by
Wayne Geraci, from Temperance, MI
on 3/24/2009
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I found the switch very easy to install and it functions exceptionally well.
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46) Submitted by
Gil Fritzsche, from Parma Heights, OHIO
on 3/21/2009
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I bought a Safety Power Tool Switch for the router table I just built. I fabricated a bracket out of 1/8" by 3/4" bar stock to facilitate mounting it to the table. The convenient accessability of the safety switch sure beats fishing around under the table trying to locate the on/off switch of the router. I was so impressed with the product that I immediately ordered another one for my table saw. Now I can have both hands free to control the stock I'm cutting while I turn off the saw with my knee. The safety switch could not be more simple to install and operate. The increased level of safety is worth its weight in gold. I heartily recommend this product to all woodworkers.
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47) Submitted by
Neil Young, from Hermitage, TN
on 3/20/2009
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Just added the switch to my homemade router table. I like the large "STOP" plate - easy to find. Looks very nice. Just what I was looking for.
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48) Submitted by
David, from Edmond , OK
on 3/19/2009
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Excellent switch and great design, easy to mount and gives a greater sense of safety knowing the I can easily turn off the router when I need too!
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49) Submitted by
John Morovich, from Conyers, GEORGIA
on 3/19/2009
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Just completed building a new router table for the workshop and this safety switch was the finishing detail. Easy to install with suffient length of power cord. The switch enhances the safe use of the router and the large OFF paddle is a great for a no hands emergency shut-down of the router.
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50) Submitted by
Bob Braman, from Ft Myers, FL
on 3/14/2009
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An excellent switch and a cinch to install. Used to replace inadequate switch on old router table.
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51) Submitted by
Shane Burkhart, from DuPont, WA
on 3/11/2009
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A definite safety must have for any router table - large stop paddle is easily engaged with even one's hip in case of an emergency (hopefully never needs to be implemented but great to know it's there). As mentioned in previous review, the mounting screws are a bit short that make initial mounting a bit tricky but that is very minor.
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52) Submitted by
Gary T. Bartz, from Port St. Lucie, FL
on 2/12/2009
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Built this router table with a Rockler router top and finished it with a Rockler Safety Switch. The switch works great. Easy to locate if you have to shut your router down fast. Mounting was quick and switch is well made. Thanks Rockler.
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53) Submitted by
Roger, from Canfield, OH
on 2/8/2009
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Pros: The "stop" paddle works fine so far. Sufficient cord length for both the in and out cables.
Cons: Screw/washer/nuts provided were not long enough to get full nut/thread engagement through my Kreg metal router table leg. Kreg must have thicker metal?The power cables are stiff and will not coil easily due to memory.
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54) Submitted by
Mark Fedak, from Kirkland, WA
on 11/16/2009
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Works great with my router table and also as an identical match cover for my powermatic 64A tablesaw. I swapped covers and feel better having a larger stop switch.
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55) Submitted by
Michael Bond, from Bartonville, TX
on 2/7/2009
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I made a simple angle plate, and bolted it to the cast arm of my Delta 14" Band saw. It works perfectly, and is a lot more accessible than the stand-mounted tiny switch supplied with the machine.
Mounted on Delta 14" Band saw
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56) Submitted by
Larry, from Jupiter, FL
on 2/4/2009
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A little pricey, but a great addition to any piece of power equipment. Easy to use, and, more importantly, easy to shut off. I have one on my Rockler portable benchtop router table.
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57) Submitted by
Al, from Clewiston, FL
on 7/16/2009
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Very useful. I had to make an external wooden-box to attach it to my old Delta 3660 Table Saw, but I am confident now that by extending my leg I can turn the blade off due to be hand busy.
I prefered if the STOP sign on the front was not made of cheap plastic but I'm happy with my purchase because I really needed it.
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58) Submitted by
Charles Miner, from Imperial Beach, CA
on 1/22/2009
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Excellent switch. Easy to operate. I installed it on my router table. Will need another for my saw.
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59) Submitted by
Don, from Frankenmuth, MI
on 1/21/2009
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Great switch. Easy to start and stop. Replacing a small toggle switch on my Delta Contractor saw. Great replacement. Wish I would have bought this for my router table instead of the one I bought.
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60) Submitted by
Gary A. Ledbetter, from Marysville, CA
on 1/17/2009
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I use this switch for an enclosed router table I made and it's what I hoped for, easy to mount and I like the large red paddle for powering off the router. A good product.
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61) Submitted by
Robert Lohman, from Apple Valley, CA
on 1/17/2009
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If a shop doesn't have this switch then the shop is incomplete. This is definitely a safety item every handyman or handywoman should have. I purchased two of them and put them into immediate use. Plug and play baby!
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62) Submitted by
Tim Kirkpatrick, from Concord, CA
on 12/28/2008
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Great switch. Bought 2 for a couple Craftsman 10" radial saws a buddy of mine gave me for FREE. The internal switches were shot, so I mounted the Rockler's on the right front legs. I like the switch's universal mounting and power cords. Don't have to modify your equipment to use the switch.
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63) Submitted by
Alison
on 1/4/2009
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Speedy shipping.
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64) Submitted by
Les Simspon, from Pointblank, TX
on 1/11/2009
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Good quality especially for the price.
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65) Submitted by
Frank P. Hawthorne, from Katy, TX
on 1/2/2009
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Easy installation and had up and running inless than an hour, that's including fabrication of a bracket.
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66) Submitted by
Al Ruggirello, from Williamsburg, MICHIGAN
on 12/28/2008
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This was a perfect fit for my new router table. Bringing the switch out to an area that is accessible is perfect from a safety perpective. Easy to install.
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67) Submitted by
P Trace, from San Francisco, CA
on 12/19/2008
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Great switch for an enclosed router table.
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68) Submitted by
Steve LaBue, from Delavan, WI
on 12/4/2008
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I mounted the switch on a router table I made and it works perfect. I have found more uses for it and I will probably buy another one. Easy install and ease of operation.
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69) Submitted by
Gary, from Pacifica, CA
on 11/28/2008
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Put this switch on my Sears Craftsman table saw (vintage 1960), works very well now I can safely turn on/off with khee or hand.
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70) Submitted by
Tim Rogers, from Brunswick, GA
on 11/12/2008
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The large stop paddle works great. Plan to buy.
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71) Submitted by
R.F.K. Jr., from West Grove, PA
on 11/10/2008
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Excellent product! I have mounted this switch on a old 1964 (like new) model Craftsman table saw. Nothing beats safety, and nothing beats this switch! Well built and easy to mount.
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72) Submitted by
James, from Lacey, WA
on 10/13/2008
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I love this switch and put it on immediately after opening the package. It is large enough that you can't miss it in an emergency. No more reaching under the router table to turn on and off.
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73) Submitted by
Curtis, from Hemet, CA
on 10/3/2008
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The switch is mounted on the router table I just built. It's robust for a home shop environment, the price is right and the big red sop flag seems to work as advertised. The mounting hole centers just happen to match the holes in the Rockler leg set!
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74) Submitted by
Chuck from MA
on 9/29/2008
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This is a great safety upgrade to my router table. The switch is easy to install and works well.
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75) Submitted by
Clay G., from Canton, GA
on 9/17/2008
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Easy set-up, would recommend to anyone with shop safety in mind.
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76) Submitted by
Mark Chitwood, from Lawrenceville, GA
on 8/3/2008
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I am using this switch on a router table I made. It is easy to mount on the surface of my frame and works great. I am concerned about the red paddle lever that turns the switch off holding up. Mine came off once and I may have knocked it off accidently. I really like the ease of pushing the paddle to turn the router off. I don't have to hunt for the off button which makes it safer.
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77) Submitted by
Willis Kennedy, from Chrisman, IL
on 7/21/2008
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I bought this switch to replace a push bar stop on my router table. The bar was a thin metal tube if you didn't push in the right place it wouldn't stop the router.
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78) Submitted by
Tom, from Sacramento , CA
on 6/23/2008
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This switch is easy to install, and the stop paddle is very useful. Only improvement that could go with the switch would be a pin included for the safety stop hole on the start switch. I use a 16d nail for now.
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79) Submitted by
Gabe Harris, from Peyton, CO
on 5/20/2008
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Really like the large kill switch. As other reviewers have stated, it's easy to hit with a knee while keeping both hands away from, and both eyes on, a spinning blade. The one problem that I've had with it is that it is meant to be mounted flush with a table for the reasons of using a knee to actuate, as stated above, but in that position, when you walk by it, you're very likely to hit the switch with your clothing, and knock the big STOP paddle off of the switch housing. It's replaced easily enough, but if the fingers were a little longer, the switch wouldn't come off as easy.
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80) Submitted by
Jeff from IL
on 3/29/2008
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I'd been wanting this switch for some time. I attached it to my table saw. As I push forward to make a cut, I can use my knee to kill the power to the saw while still maintaining control of the material. It's a real safety benefit in that, I do not have to pull the material back and/or let go with one hand to turn the saw off.
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81) Submitted by
Max, from Buffalo, NY
on 10/3/2008
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It was the right price and it does what it says it does. The over-sized plastic stop button is perhaps less durable than I had hoped (cheaper plastics used in its construction). It is a straight forward installation, however, it only ships with metal screws and nuts for what I assume is an intended installation on the steel table base. I built my own table base of re-milled 2x4 and went to the wood screw jar for the right hardware to attach my safety-start/stop to one of the legs. The power cords are heavy duty, but the plugs male/female ends have a harder shiny plastic feel (as opposed to an electric plug rubber), which leaves the feeling that the tool's plug isn't getting a tight fit; for which I'm not too worried about as it [is] stationary and not prone to a lot of movement or fiddling.
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82) Submitted by
Kent, from Duluth, MN
on 1/26/2008
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This switch is easy to install, The cord is longer than others I looked at.
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83) Submitted by
Rodger Manecke, from Cinebar, WA
on 2/20/2008
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I installed the Safety Power Tool Switch on a cabinet I built for my router table top. The cabinet has drawers on the front, so the switch had to be mounted on the side.
Without looking, I can reach around and slap the off switch in an instant.
Looks like good quality and very simple to install.
I will also install one on my older Grizzly table saw, which has a hard to reach and locate switch.
Well worth the money.
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84) Submitted by
Pablo Gazmuri, from Needham, MA
on 2/12/2008
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I just replace the original switch on my Craftman table saw. It is safer for sure. The quality of the Stop flap is suspicious, flimsy. I will see how it stands up in the long term.
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85) Submitted by
Ken Kordik, from Aptos, CA
on 2/11/2008
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I have a Delta contractors table saw. I was always concerned about the safety of such small toggle switch mounted low, just above the base. This switch is just the thing. I mounted it above the old toggle switch and now I can stop the saw with my knee.
This is a great safety device and should be on all table saws. I highly recommend it for anyone that is concerned about safety.
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86) Submitted by
Roger Beaulieu, from MANOR, PA
on 5/17/2008
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New units are better quality controled. I purchased an older unit two years ago ( actually same as new unit but without the paddle flap) and I was using it on my router table, when smoke started comming out of the switch. When I disasembled the switch the black wire connector onto the switch screw had never been screwed in all the way ,one eight inch gap, and arcing had pitted the screw and the wire connector in place.
Everdently on a longer running router operation the connection overheated to the point of melting the insultion on the wire.
Upon purchasing and receiving the two new style switches, I opened them and checked the connections. All OK...
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87) Submitted by
James Fairchild, from Interlachen, FL
on 2/8/2008
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I had been locking for a switch like this and when it came up at Rockler on line I ordered right away. It came pronto and I installed on my 10" industrial saw and have been very satisfied with it , I feel more safe with a switch like this.
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88) Submitted by
Chris Jonas, from Folsom, CA
on 1/23/2008
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I bought two of these switches when they were on sale, one for my table saw and one for my router table. I have an older Delta contractor's saw with the tiny toggle switch. It always made me nervous feeling around for that little switch to turn off the saw while holding my work. I mounted this switch right up front on the underside of my fence rail. No more fumbling around trying to find the swich. You can't miss the large STOP paddle. If both hands are holding onto your work, you can just hit it with you knee. This is a great safty enhancement to my saw.
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89) Submitted by
Dan Waingrow, from Newbury Park, CA
on 1/21/2008
Customer Rating:
I used to have to lean under my home made router table to look for the small swich on my router. Now I just have to hit the big STOP button on your swich to turn off my router. I mounted the swich on the side of the table up front. Not only is this so much more convenient but a great deal safer.
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90) Submitted by
Randall Gnant, from Sierra Vista, AR
on 1/21/2008
Customer Rating:
Outstanding. Put it on my router. Extremely easy to use. Thinking of putting one on my table saw. You need this product!
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91) Submitted by
Tom M, from Cary, NC
on 1/20/2008
Customer Rating:
My Rockwell Contractor Saw had a switch located much too far away to operate safely. I mounted this off where the rails are mounted. Works beautifully.
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92) Submitted by
Del Jacobs, from Burnsville, MN
on 1/20/2008
Customer Rating:
I updated my old Craftsman Contractor series table saw with this switch. It mounts right under the updated Vega Pro fence slides on the left side.
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93) Submitted by
Lee Roy Brewer, from Batesville, AR
on 1/19/2008
Customer Rating:
Put it on a new router table that I built. The switch is fantastic.
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94) Submitted by
Tom, from Erie, PA
on 1/18/2008
Customer Rating:
But what about the switches you sold without
the stop paddles? I have 2 that I bought from Rockler. Looks like the holes are there just need the paddles. It's not like Rockler to sell an incomplete product! With the stop paddle it’s a much safer switch.
Editor's note: At the time you purchased the earlier design Tom the switches were complete for their time. Our product developers used that switch as a starting point to come up with the new design. The new design included a new shape to it's mold in order to get a proper fit for the stop paddle. The old switches are perfectly useable, but unfortunately the paddles from the new design will not fit on the old switches.
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95) Submitted by
Harry Schneider, from McNeal, AZ
on 1/12/2008
Customer Rating:
These safety switches work well when mounted on equipment where one can use their knees to hit the large stop button.
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96) Submitted by
John Ruggles, from Prairieville, LA
on 1/9/2008
Customer Rating:
I love this tool. Just knowing I have it close by helps me to feel safer. I have a small contractors saw that I mounted into a 4'x8' table and mounted the switch right where I can bump it with my knee or hit it with my hand. I would recomend this switch to anyone and will be ordering one for each of my tools.
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97) Submitted by
Rick Barron, from Jackson, MS
on 1/8/2008
Customer Rating:
My older cabinet saw switch was located deep under the cast iron top and off to the right. There have been some scary moments while I groped for that awkwardly located toggle switch. The new large paddle switch is conveniently located so that a quick knee tap can shut the beast down. I regret not doing this years ago. I might could have saved that 8' 2x4 that I propelled out of the shop, through the open door and down two stories, not to mention the car below.
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98) Submitted by
F, from Vernon, NJ
on 1/7/2008
Customer Rating:
Awesome upgrade to the old toggle switch on my contractor's saw. Way safer to use and I've mounted it closer to the fence rail so access to the switch is easier too. I should have done this years ago. I purchased two while on sale: (1) for my table saw and (1) for my router table. Recommended!
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99) Submitted by
Curtis, from Hemphill, TEXAS
on 1/7/2008
Customer Rating:
The switch works exactly as indicated. My only problem is that I haven't yet figured out how to properly mount it on my old Craftsman contractor style table saw. I'll get there though.
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100) Submitted by
Christopher 'Kit' Nelson, from Medina, OH
on 7/14/2008
Customer Rating:
I mounted my switch on shelf above wood lathe.
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101) Submitted by
Sal Torreso, from Las Vegas, NV
on 1/5/2008
Customer Rating:
Being an industrial electrician I am a firm believer in safety controls as well as user friendly and ergonomic controls. This safety switch meets those requirements. To date I have purchased three of these paddle design switches and have installed them on my table saw, router table and jointer. I will continue to install these switches on more equipment in the future. Keep up the good work in designing and finding these safety products and making them available to us at a reasonable cost.
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102) Submitted by
G Odom, from Silsbee, TX
on 1/29/2011
Customer Rating:
This switch is an exact copy of the one on my Jet table saw. It does what it was designed to go and that is provide a easy target for turning off the power and a more restricted one for turning it on. It is simply a safety device and does exactly what it was designed to do. It could have been enhanced by making the plug duplex so that those using vacs for DC would have a easy way to turn on both the tool and the vac. One can still do that with a plug in duplex socket. Else it works without problems.
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103) Submitted by
Dick Klovstad, from Bemidji, MN
on 1/5/2008
Customer Rating:
It's important to have quick and easy access to a power tool switch. When a router is mounted inside a table cabinet the switch is often difficult to reach. I mounted the safety power tool switch to the outside of the cabinet. You could turn the tool off with your knee if required. This is a quality switch.
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104) Submitted by
Mike Dickens, from Denton, TX
on 1/4/2008
Customer Rating:
I replaced the old safety flip switch on my router table with the Safety Power Tool Switch. It was hard to find. I highly recommend this switch for safety reasons. I am going to replace my old table saw switch next.
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105) Submitted by
Bob De Leo
on 1/4/2008
The safety switch was sure easy to install, it works great, no trouble trying to turn off my saw now.
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106) Submitted by
Dan Heiman, from Hudson, IN
on 1/4/2008
Customer Rating:
I put one on my router table and now I don't have to fumble for the stop switch. I love it. I have purchased another one to put on my table saw. I recommend this product for safety and convenience.
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107) Submitted by
John Reininger, from Omaha, NE
on 1/3/2008
Customer Rating:
I replaced the old safety key/flip switch on my router table with the Safety Power Tool Switch. I have had the switch mounted on the side of the router table cabinet and always had to feel around to find it and turn off the router. Not any more... this thing would be hard to miss! I highly recommend this for safety reasons.
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108) Submitted by
Dennis Niemczyk, from Chicago, IL
on 1/3/2008
Customer Rating:
A well-made product and a good value. Already have two earlier Rockler switches without the 'STOP' paddle in use on a router table and a remote shop vac for a couple of years now without any problems. I bought this latest switch for a new router table and hope to retrofit the old ones with the same large 'STOP' paddle fabricated in the shop.
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109) Submitted by
Grant Davis, from Columbus, OH
on 1/3/2008
Customer Rating:
I bought two of these for two different router tables in my shop. I installed the switch on the my router table and am really happy with it. The next time I have some shop time I plan on installing the second one on my orbital sander. I will be buying more of these in the future for two other portable router tables I plan on making also.
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110) Submitted by
Charles Braxton, from Revere, MS
on 1/3/2008
Customer Rating:
Easy to mount on my router table. I will never run the table again without the saftey tool switch. This product will definitely save someone from getting hurt. Great product.
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111) Submitted by
Bob, from East Northport, NY
on 1/3/2008
Customer Rating:
I purchased two of these switches. One for an old Delta table saw/jointer and the other for an old Craftsman jig saw. Both work great. Easy to install and operate. Much safer than the old small toggle switches that came on those machines. shut off is at knee height. I'll get more as needed.
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112) Submitted by
Francis Coppage, from Edwardsville, IL
on 1/3/2008
Customer Rating:
I had previously used the version with out the 'paddle'. It is actually difficult to turn off the older version. This is sooo much safer.
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113) Submitted by
Skip Proctor, from New Canaan, CT
on 1/3/2008
Customer Rating:
I use this safety switch for my Rockler router table. Without the switch I have to reach under the table to turn off the router which is inconvenient not to mention dangerous. The safety swich is big and allows for a quick "turn off" when I'm done with my routing operation.
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114) Submitted by
Jeff Heyen, from Eden Prairie, MN
on 1/3/2008
Customer Rating:
I received the switch as a Christmas gift from my two daughters (w/ a little assistance ). I'll be using it on a homemade stand for an older Craftsman cast iron table saw. The homemade stand design will position the switch as knee height, so I can simply bump the switch w/ my knee to shut of the saw.
The switch will save me a lot of fumbling around looking for the small rocker-style switch that I'm currently using;
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115) Submitted by
Sloan Brooks, from Austin, TX
on 1/3/2008
Customer Rating:
Used on my table saw after I had a kick back trying to turn off saw after I had a kick back.
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116) Submitted by
Michael VanderGrift, from Mint Hill, NC
on 12/7/2007
Customer Rating:
Just bought and installed on my newly constructed router table. Set at knee height, it makes my router table operation much safer.
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117) Submitted by
Randy, from San Bruno, CA
on 11/11/2007
Customer Rating:
I have an older Craftsman table saw. The motor has a short ac cord and combined with the original power switch I was unable to mount the switch in a safe place on the left side of the blade. The Rockler power switch comes with 2' female cord that enabled me to mount the switch in a safer position.
I feel better already.
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118) Submitted by
Jack Mann, from Bridgeport, TX
on 11/3/2007
Customer Rating:
Very good and well built. The large size makes it easy to cut off in a hurry.
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119) Submitted by
Barry M Dentler, from Las Vegas, NV
on 10/17/2007
Customer Rating:
Nicely made switch. Perfect for "knee" operation. I used it for the router mounted on the table extention of an older Craftsman table saw.
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120) Submitted by
Rustic Logs, from Idaho Falls, ID
on 10/12/2007
Customer Rating:
After having a close call , I am installing these switches on all of my machinery. Easy to access and a quick power disconnect. Durable and convenient.
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121) Submitted by
Arthur Conn, from Hemet, CA
on 10/4/2007
Customer Rating:
Just what I needed to improve the safety factor on the older Craftsman saw that I saved from destruction. The large "off" paddle is very convenient and beats having to bend over to reach the small wall type switch that was on the saw. The switch itself seems to be well sealed against dust something that plagued a factory switch on another saw that I had. Good price for added safety for me.
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122) Submitted by
Michael Bigler, from Amarillo, TX
on 10/1/2007
Customer Rating:
I bought this to go with the Jessem Mast-R-Lift and Excel™ Table System. It is a very good switch and the stop paddle is the right size. I would have given this product a 5, however, it doesn't mount with the enclosed bolts to the Jessem router stand. Some modifications were done to secure it properly to the frame. The short little 1/4" bolts just don't cut it.
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123) Submitted by
Brian C. Wadell, from Reading, MA
on 8/26/2007
Customer Rating:
This is identical to a Jet switch I had bought previously. This switch is a drop in mechanically and electrically for the Jet and it adds a STOP paddle. For my saw, I removed the included cords and wired in place of my (dead) switch. I mounted it horizontally and the STOP paddle works fine. I think this price is at least 1/2 the Jet switch without the paddle. The cords are heavy duty and rugged.
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124) Submitted by
Mark W Ball, from Columbia city, IN
on 1/9/2008
Customer Rating:
I been using a table saw having to reach underneath for turning it on and off. Now with the new switch I purchased from Rockler not only being much easier but very safe too. I place it where my knee can turn off the saw if something goes wrong. A very good product making different machines safer.
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125) Submitted by
Kurt, from Chicago, IL
on 1/15/2008
I used the switch on a large table mounted drill press that I have employed for the past fifty years. Since I have been accustomed to reaching for the Delta H.D. push button switch to turn the motor on and off, I retained it and wired the paddle-type safety switch at knee level between the between the power outlet and the original power plug, so it could be used to kill the power in an emergency situation.
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126) Submitted by
Jeremy M, from Willowick, OH
on 5/31/2009
Customer Rating:
I installed this switch on an early 1950's table saw both for safety and practicality as the original switch is in the back on the motor. I used metal brackets attached to the screws holding the extension wing on. This allowed me to locate in a good spot that’s not way under the table.
With the big stop removed.
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127) Submitted by
Austin Vlaardingerbroek, from Layton, UT
on 7/6/2009
Customer Rating:
Okay, I love it. I bought it just for my router. I added an extension table onto my table saw and placed the router right into that table. I added this as a, this might work. As for the use with the router, couldn’t live without it, then I found out I could unplug and it use it for my planer, controls front and back.
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128) Submitted by
Mike Rosenstock, from Sandia Park, NM
on 7/8/2010
Customer Rating:
Bought three of these. One for my band saw, one for a friends table saw and a spare for later use. Obviously I love 'em. Not a DOL switch for high current equipment but great for most else.
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129) Submitted by
N Brown, from Victor, NY
on 10/22/2010
Customer Rating: 
I mounted my router in a table, and this switch makes it much safer to use because I don't have to reach under the table to turn the router on and off. I'm not thrilled with it, however. The "ON" button doesn't work as smoothly and dependably as similar switch on my other equipment.
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130) Submitted by
Dan, from Fayetteville, AR
on 3/1/2011
Customer Rating:
I searched around and liked the price of this product but was a little disappointed with the quality. When one hits the large paddle to turn the switch off, the paddle often pops completely off of the tabs holding it on, so you have to re-install the paddle. I fixed mine with a couple rubber bands.
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131) Submitted by
Byron F. Bingham, from Honeyville, UT
on 3/19/2011
Customer Rating:
The switch operates well with this exception. When pushing the large stop paddle it detaches fron the switch. The pins that hold the paddle in place are not long enough to keep the paddle attached to the switch housing.
To correct this problem I removed the pins and replaced them with #8-32 threaded rod long enough to go through both of the mounting holes for the paddle. I secured the nuts to keep them in place on the rod.
Thank you for your inquire. I appreciate the opportunity to share my feelings on this product. Thank you.
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132) Submitted by
Gerald Boettcher, from Luxemburg, WI
on 4/29/2011
Customer Rating:
I installed the Safety Tool Switch on my radial arm saw. I mounted it at knee height and cut the cords that it came with and wired it to the saw and a longer cord to plug into the wall via an electrical box. The switch works very well and I am pleased with it. It is a good quality item that should last a long time.
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133) Submitted by
Brandon, from Tampa, FL
on 8/1/2011
Customer Rating: 
The stop button broke the 1st day!! It may have been a defective item but if not its a poorly made switch.
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134) Submitted by
Ed Reed, from Springfield, OH
on 4/2/2008
Customer Rating:
This is the second switch that I have purchased, The first, I installed on my Jet tablesaw in addition to the primary switch. I can now turn the saw off with my knee, after completion of a cut. It's great!
I had to get a second switch for my custom router cabinet. I placed it on the side of the cabinet. Not a good location. I keep knocking off the red stop plate. It is not of the greatest design. When it finally breaks, I will fabricate a more appropriate one. Overall, I am still pleased with the switch.
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135) Submitted by
Norm Martin, from The Dalles, OR
on 9/11/2011
Customer Rating:
I bought this for my router table and I only use it maybe once a month so it had not been turned off and on maybe more that 50 times before it stopped working. At first the on switch would not work but after a number of pushes it turned on but then the off switch would not work. I opened it up and found that the switch itself was defective. How can a simple switch go bad so quickly?
Editor's note: Our customer service team at 800-376-7856 will be able to assist with replacement.
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136) Submitted by
Daniel, from lowell, MA
on 1/5/2012
Customer Rating:
This switch I discovered can help you if you own a powermatic 64a not sure about the 63 tablesaw. the faceplate of this switch can be swapped for the faceplate of the original 64a switch. It's NOT changing any electronics ONLY the plastic knobs that operate the switch mechanism. This allows you to turn this baby off with your knee. I'm 6'4" and always struggled to find the off button when my hands were above the table trying to be safe and controlled. Now I can turn the saw off with my knee while maintaining control of the workpiece. Discovering this was a pleasant surprise and I felt I would be a good doobie and maybe help someone else out with a 64a. I cannot speak about switch itself as it's sitting in the drawer but it looks sturdy enough
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137) Submitted by
Matt, from Rochester, MN
on 1/15/2012
Customer Rating:
I bought this to replace my table saw switch that has been back ordered for months now. I will say this, It is heavy duty as far as the cords and the switch. I give it a lower rating because the stop paddle, which is required as a safety and speed of shutting down the saw, falls off every other time I hit it. A quick snap back on but when it falls off the saw is still on. When this happens you need a finger to stop it. I think I can modify the paddle some how, but I don't think anyone wants a chance of needing the safety portion of the switch and its not there.
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138) Submitted by
Bill Passey, from Sandy, UT
on 2/10/2013
Customer Rating:
I used two of them to replace hard to reach switches on a table saw and drill press. They work great and were easy to install. However, I was really disappointed that they were not UL or CSA approved. I feel safer using electrical parts that have earned agency approvals.
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139) Submitted by
Robert Brockman, from Noblesville, IN
on 9/10/2011
Customer Rating:
Good safety concept, poor execution in design. The paddle shouldn't be larger than the footprint of the body of the switch. Since the logical location for the switch is in the front- where it can be bumped with one's hip - because the super-sized paddle interferes with the aesthetics of the front of a well designed router table base. The worst flaw is the fact that the paddle flies off the switch every time it's used. You could make a simple change to the plastic injection mold for the paddle and fix this problem. No excuse for the slipshod design.
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