Milwaukee M18 FUEL Compact Router: What It Handles and Its Limits
The M18 FUEL compact router brings 1.25 horsepower and up to 31,000 RPM to a cordless trim router. Here is what it does well and where a corded router still makes sense.
The M18 FUEL compact router brings 1.25 horsepower and up to 31,000 RPM to a cordless trim router. Here is what it does well and where a corded router still makes sense.
Most jobsite saws wear out faster from dust, dull blades and skipped checks than from heavy use. A few routine habits can extend their working life.

A durable construction saw comes down to the blade material, the guard and anti-kickback parts, and adjustments that stay put. Here is what each one does and where it matters.
A saw that holds up under daily work needs a stable base and a sturdy build. Jobsite saws and table saws each have a place, depending on how you cut.
Dust sealing and build quality decide how clean and how long a jobsite saw will serve you. Here is what to check before you buy.
Runout is the side-to-side wobble of a spinning blade, and it can make miter cuts inaccurate. A square and a feeler gauge show whether the wobble is there, and a visible bend in the arbor means…