Triton TRA002 3 1/4 HP Router: Initial Impressions and a Warning
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- čas přidán 21. 07. 2024
- Spoiler alert: I do not recommend this router. If you're thinking about buying one, you should watch this first. If you already own one of these, you should watch this anyway to see if yours has the same issues and you just didn't notice it yet. I will post any relevant updates in the video description or the top comment, so check back if you're interested.
For a little background, this is a review of the Triton TRA002 3 1/4 HP router, which is the new-and-improved version of their TRA001 3 1/4 HP router that you might be used to seeing. The TRA001 had good enough reviews that when I saw that the TRA002 was the upgraded version, I decided to give it a shot.
I was excited about making this my new slab-flattening router, but over the past three weeks my excitement has been depleted. Despite my less-than-optimal experience, I am open to having my mind changed if new information presents itself.
This is a link to the router on the Triton website:
www.tritontools.com/en-GB/Pro...
The first router in this video was bought from Acme Tools.
The second was bought from Woodcraft.
The third was bought from Rockler.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:55 Meet the TRA002
05:24 Strike One
14:44 Strike Two
19:35 Strike Three - Jak na to + styl
I think it's worth adding that Acme Tools and Rockler were both reasonably quick with processing the return for the defective router once they received it. It's been two weeks since I returned the one I bought from Woodcraft, and I just received a refund after multiple follow-ups. If I understand correctly, this is because the return goes to Triton, not Woodcraft, and Triton has to process the refund even though Woodcraft took my payment initially. In the meantime, I picked up a used DeWalt 3hp router for cheap, spent a couple hours tuning it up, and it will probably be my new slab flattener.
Hi Ben, Mark here from Triton. First off, thank you for your continued contributions to the woodworking community - the depth of care in your videos is very evident and your passion for woodworking and need to share knowledge is something we at Triton value very much.
A bit more about us for full transparency: Australian originally, Triton Tools is and has been British owned, designed, developed, distributed, headquartered (and so on) from Yeovil in southwest England since 2008. We’re a dedicated team of woodworkers who make tools for other woodworkers and we have offices and factories all over the world.
You video has been of great help to identify a manufacturing error and we are currently investigating to rectify the source of the problem. The issues you have raised certainly aren’t consistent with our regular standards and we endeavour, always, to rectify any known faults first time.
We really appreciate the thoroughness of your investigation and I'll return with an update when I have one. In the meantime we would greatly appreciate if you would pin this comment.
Thanks and best,
Triton Tools
Mark, thanks for following up. The comment is pinned.
Well thanks ben. I have triton tools and never had fault. I was looking too upgrade my mof001 to tra002 I just ordered saw track adapter too (triton). Might have to send back when it arrives. 3 faulty units puts me right off. Also here in England I can’t find tra002 bare unit for sale as I have all equipment needed already. It’s good to have all same make as regards fitments but now you’ve ruined my dream lol. I also own triton Thicknesser. Thanks for your video and for pointing out poor workmanship. Look forward too triton response to your problem. Maybe I should do the same test for tra001. Thanks baz.
Hi Mark, do you have any news on this for us? I‘m about to buy a router and initially wanted the TRA002 and was hoping for a reply here. Thanks
Mark, any updates to this? I'm currently deciding between the Triton and Makita so hoping for some info if available.
Any update
This vide is extremely valuable to those in the market for a new router with slab flattening in mind. I haven’t found any other content on the TRA 002. I’m so glad I found this.
Big thx for your reviews. I almost had fallen into the triton trap had i not been bumped into your video. You have done a fair and honest review for the woodworking community worldwide.
I'm glad it was helpful.
@@TheSnekkerShow Any updates to report on, I'm currently shopping for a big router and this one caught my eye but I don't like the look of this now.
@Joe Bennett I was expecting to hear something else from Triton, or at least enough people saying it's no longer an issue, but it's been pretty quiet. I recently reviewed the new Dewalt 3HP router, and that didn't go much better. I've heard good things about the Makita, but haven't used it personally.
@@TheSnekkerShow Thanks for the quick reply. I've subscribed so keep the reviews coming, Jeez I thought coming up with the cash would be the hard part, lol. I guess I've got some research to do.
I really appreciate your thoroughness in your videos, great work. I also hope this gives Triton an opportunity to fix a defect before they produce more units.
If they fix the root cause, I might feel inclined to do an updated video. I decided I don't want a hand-picked one from the company though, because my viewers wouldn't have the same experience and it might be misleading.
Thanks for the review. I saw the very same TRITON router model on sale , and almost got it; after watching this video, I hope TRITON will make the adjustments asap. Have a Dewalt 3hp router for a while and works just as expected. THANKS !
I realize this video is a year old, but I just came across it and thought I'd comment. I've used the Triton TRA001 for years and think it is the best router to use in a router sled because of the the thru holes in the base for quick attachment and the best height adjustment design .. again, for a router sled. I purchase a TRA002 a year or so back and experienced (as many others) the same problems you did. I returned it to the vendor I purchased it from asap and was told they've heard about the problems from the customers Triton should have never launched the TRA002! Great video pointing out the issues.
PS I am only a newcomer to your channel, but I am really enjoying it. Excellent, clear videos with some nice humour thrown in. Keep up the great work!
3 strikes.. I was just about to order 1. So glad i came across ur video. Thanks
Well done Ben! It looks like it might be a flawed design, rather than just a batch problem. It will be interesting to hear of others experiencing this, now they know what to look out for. I look forward to seeing your updates on this issue. I don't think the TRA002 is available in Australia yet, we still have the TRA001B.
It's tough to find good information on this. I was actually under the impression that this one existed in Australia first. Maybe not.
I've had a Bosch for probably 20 years and it has given me outstanding service. I wish I had bought one with a half inch shank but this quarter inch does everything I have asked it to do.
Thanks for the review. I almost buy the same TRITON router model. I have a Dewalt 3hp router for a while, and no complaints. saw this TRITON model on sale and looked good BUT I am glad I got to see this review before. THANKS !
Thank you for the review! It's clear you wanted it to be a good quality tool so you could use it, and it failed three times in a row. Good stuff. Liked and subscribed 👊
I am planning on buying one. Thank you for posting the video showing what defects to look for.
Let us know how it turns out.
Thank you for this video! I was about to take the triton plunge (no pun intended) and am very glad I found your video. I'll have to look toward Dewalt, Bosch or Makita.
Oh man, you had me worried as I just purchased a Triton 3.25HP in December but it arrived in January and other projects have kept my attention so it was still in the box. Somehow I seem to have lucked out and I got the 001 version. After pulling it out of the box it appears good to go with a level base.
Wow. So helpful! In the process of buying a triton router. This video saved me a lot of unnecessary work. Thx.
Refreshing to see a genuine tool review on You Tube, as it seems to be flooded with sponsored reviews from professional CZcamsrs. Despite their Australian branding, Triton seems no different now than other cheap tool companies manufacturing products in China.
Back around 1990, I went through a series of IKEA bathroom vanity units and basins. Basins were always broken due to how the staff handled them and how the packaging was set up
@Tritonwoodwork - any update on this situation?
I’m considering buying a router suitable for use in a table and a Triton was a possibility (I already have the Triton planer thicknesser and have been pleased with it).
But thanks to this brilliant and well balanced review I’m no longer sure.
Triton did well in responding initially but since that original reply things seem to have gone quiet. It could well be down to the run in towards Christmas and year end but it would be useful to have an update.
If I get to the point where I’m ready to buy, I doubt I’ll be buying Triton as my level of trust in the brand has been majorly dented by what appears to be serious quality issues with the product.
thanks a lot for this persistent journey and conclusions
it will definitely make me wait until Triton resolves this issue, as this is definitely a bleeding edge = fresh from the prototyping line product, and needs to be fixed before it hits the market. by rushing it, they caused a lot of damage to this already well known brand and pretty good name.
I have TRA 001 (2400 Watt = 3 1/4 HorsePower), which was Made in Taiwan / Designed in Europe (UK was still in EU). Your video made me really worried, so I removed it from my router table, and unscrewed the thick aluminum router table insert (the plastic base was removed prior to mounting on in the router table).
I can assure you that my version is perfectly flat, and the base looks somewhat more hefty.
I was looking around for the bushing adapter, both original and 3rd party, but put it on hold, as I have recently purchased a lathe, and a milling machine, which gives me endless possibilities (once I learn how to use them). So my plan now is to make my own bushing adapter that will mount to the base, and allow me to use these bronze popular bushings, which I already use on my DeWalt trim router.
If I were in your shoes, of course I would expect the new product to come without scratches, cracks, dents etc. And obviously the base of the router HAS TO BE flat, no questions asked. I believe Triton will fix it, and most likely move the production back to Taiwan, which was probably more expensive but the quality was 10 fold better.
Another option, which I would probably take, would be flattening the base on the granite stone and sand paper (if you don't have access to the milling machine), and / or making your own stainless steel bushing insert, with slight design modifications, that ensure it stays flat and is not proud of the base surface.
PS:
I posted 3 photos of my version of the Triton TRA 001 here:
tigercarpenter.com/triton/
My website has no content, so I'm not using a cheap trick to advertise something.
I thought about flattening the base, but that would make the bushing adapter protrude even more since it seats on a ledge in the aluminum. They would have been better off putting the bushing adapter in a polycarbonate base plate attached with pan-head screws so it could be centered with a cone. It would have cost more than the ABS base, but eliminated the complication of controlling depth while flattening the aluminum. Hopefully they learn from this cost-cutting mistake. It would be a shame to see another company go the way of Black and Decker Industrial, Sears Craftsman, Stanley, etc.
@@TheSnekkerShow I think the best option for now is to buy the older version, it offers you the power you need and much stronger base.
You can either buy the original bushing kit for it, or ask someone to make it for you on a lathe (UHMW solid base with custom adapter for the standard bushing kit).
I chose Triton because it doesn't need a lift for the router table, and allows changing bits with 1 wrench on top of the router table. the rack and pinion mechanism allows very precise height adjustments.
I had to remove the spring from the plunge mechanism (be careful, it can break your window or TV screen as it jumps out), to allow easy movement while in the router table.
I was on a waitlist for a TRA002 since November of last year. It was supposed to arrive may 1st. In early April, I received an email stating that the delivery date would be extended by 12 months. So, the retailer canceled all orders and completely removed the TRA002 from the product range. Now the TRA001 is my only option, and that for almost €400.
You accidentally became an unboxing channel! Anyway I'm on your side about this. I put some work into flattening/leveling/centering the base on one of my routers some years ago - but I spent $10 on it at a pawn shop. A $350 router from the factory should be ready to go.
That sounds like a fun project for a good used router.
I have a TRA001, and wanted to get one of these to be used as a handheld router. After watching this, I'm going to be looking for another TRA001. Apparently evolution isn't always a good thing.
I bought my TRA002 about 4-6 months ago and quite like. My base is nice and flat. There are some things that are not as smooth as I like, but you can't have it all at this price point, it's not a festool.
People will lie to you if they get it free for doing video for them. Thank you for your HONESTY and may GOD bless you in so many ways...Jeff
Who are you hand out blessings from god? And which god? Maybe I don't want a blessing from your god. Did you ever think about that? Maybe next time you should ask first.
You make great videos. Thank you.
Thanks for the feedback.
I have a different model with all the accessories and is very flat and best router I ever own, so smooth
I just had one delivered from Amazon, tried it since Amazon has easy returns. Same base rock problem. Plus the dust collection tube was broken off at the base and the front of the base has some big scratches. The serial number is the same series as your, ending in 240.
Thanks for commenting. I'm curious how many of the defective ones are still out there.
@@TheSnekkerShow Seems to me there might not be that many. The serial numbers look like a year/week of manufacture plus a sequence number in that week. If so your three and mine are all in a range of 8 to 240 although bought several months apart from 4 different retailers. I'm guessing all shipped from a US Triton distributor that only has a few or keeps reshipping bad ones. I'm torn about this versus a TRA001. For what I will do with it the vertical dust tube would be a big help. The horizontal hose on my Festool OF1400 gets in the way a lot when clamping down a template. I'm looking at the Triton because I'm fed up with not being able to adjust the centering of the guide bushing plate on the Festool. If I can find a retailer with them in stock I might try again. But the whole PRC quality question is worrisome. Thanks a bunch for your publicizing this!
Triton have made great stuff. I own a number of Triton tools, including the TRA001 (which is excellent), but in the last few years I have been hearing about some of the QC issues. Seems like they changed something, they used to be great. A real pity. If you can get a TRA001 I reckon you'll be happy with it.
The good reputation of the TRA001 is what made me consider the TRA002. Hopefully this will help encourage a course correction.
This is intriguing. I bought a Tra001 for £180 which seemed like a good price. I’ve been massively put off by what I read about Triton quality. The tra001 didn’t seem any better. Is there some reassurance for this model?
I got 3 makita 3 1/2 hp and I'm looking for plunge router,good thing I watch your video I would buy one,,,Thank You
Triton, Evolution, Erbauer in UK, lower range Trend all have quality control issues. Get lucky, and you have a great tool for life. Otherwise, rely on their immediate replacement policy. Even Bosch tracksaw (a cheap cut down Mafell) had a batch of wobbly bases
I was at Rockler the other day looking at these. I didn't know of this issue, but what kept me from purchasing it is, a small amount of downward pressure from the top of the router and the motor would tilt from the base. It is weak and would end up with a sloppy cut. As if the lock is only on one of the bars and allows it to move up and down on the other.
I'm a little surprised I haven't heard anything about a safety recall yet.
Interesting video, thanks for posting this. How is the base if you take out the guide bushing thing? I ordered one of these from ebay - looks like basically new for 1/2 of the retail price, we'll see how it goes when it arrives. I bought it from a charity, which makes me wonder if Triton took a loss on the initial run and donated a bunch of them. This will live in a slab flattening jig for me, so I don't need the guide bushing, and if I can flatten the base with a bit of sand paper stuck to my table saw - or with the diamond stones - I'll be good to go - worst case I can shim it on the jig. While unexpected for a router I've come to realize few things in life are truly flat or square. My long Makita track for my track saw is out by 1/16". The extension wings on my table saw are both bowed. If I wanted to really upset myself I would take some feeler gauges to my base table saw and jointer, I'm sure they are not perfectly flat either. Even if I mill a perfectly flat board it will be 1/64th out (or more - pesky internal stress) the next day. All of these things hit me right in the OCD. Anyway, if I figure out a way to flatten this thing I'll follow up
The aluminum base was still convex, but could be machined down a little if you're not going to use the guide bush. I got into 3d printing after I made this video, and I bet an improved base plate could be printed to solve some of the problems.
Hi Ben, another great video. Has Triton ever followed up on their "investigation"?
Thank you
Surprisingly, no. I haven't heard back.
@@TheSnekkerShow At least it looks like they pulled it from the market. Even today you can't find much information about it and I've located exactly 1 store that claims to have stock.
Here's a tip. Go for manufacturer refurbished. Usually, they're returned goods that they fix. It's cheaper than brand new and more carefully worked on. I do the same with computers from Morgan Computers in UK
I'm leaning heavily with you on this being a qc issue from that day. maybe you could contact triton directly so they could just send you a fresh bottom plate?
I think it's the whole base though, not just the plate. The more I think about it, the more I suspect that the underlying issue was removing too much material when grinding the base flat, and possibly warping of the base after it was cast. I asked if they had one with a newer serial number to send me, but I didn't get an answer to that specific question. I'm still open to trying it, but I think they need to recall all of the ones with cupped bases since that could lead to kickback and costly production errors for their customers.
It is very possible that you kept receiving units that had previously been returned to the factory for defects.
Mine” broke” . No hard work, as I have all the Festool routers. Only used in the router table. The lift shaft is made out of plastic 🤔. Our distribution agent I was informed today, do not carry any spares, so would have to import. Know there is a big difference in price to the Festool 2200, but the build quality of the Triton is crude, and feel guilty even selling this, if I can have it repaired. Alex Snodgrass has a excellent video on CZcams to guide you through the repair of this part. Stay clear!.
So sad to see this video.
I have been a Triton devotee for many yrs, and always recommended Triton, when members of a forum of which I am a member asked for a good router.
My older TRA001 and TRB001 have performed well over the years.
A company I worked for was a creditor when the Australian company was sold, by the Receivers, to, I believe, a Swiss group, so I am familiar with their history.
I would like to see if this issue is resolved, as I will not be making any more recommendations until we hear more.
I'm hoping we see a resolution as well. I'm curious if the issue has been fixed yet.
Go with the tried and tested 001 it's a great router and I am as shocked as you are about these animals as Triton is a great product as I have the 001 and the track saw
You did a great service for the woodworking community with this endeavor and i am thankful for your content but i dont know whats more frustrating.. the crap triton tools or the fact that you bought 3 of them lol.. if it looks like shit, smells like shit, then its probably shit.
I tell you what, I was a little conflicted with publishing this for a router that has almost no video or written reviews anywhere, but I think it was a fair assessment. I probably would have felt worse if I kept quiet about it.
If you're still looking for a big plunge router, Dewalt has a revamped DW625 available now: the DWE625. Also, Makita has the RP2301FC. Both highly recommended.
I really liked my big Dewalts, so I might check that out. I don't think I've ever owned a Makita power tool yet, but they've been pretty consistent over the years with maintaining a reputation for quality, so maybe it's time to try some blue stuff.
Can't find what's different about the DWE625. It would be nice if they did it like software versions where you could see the release notes.
@@TheSnekkerShow I don't actually have a DWE625, only the earlier DW625, so my earlier recommendation is actually based on the older model. But from what I see on the Dewalt website, it has standard built-in dust collection and the port exits out the top of the router which I find much more convenient than a side exit. Secondly, the adjustment of the depth stop mechanism is much more refined. Thirdly, the handles are much more ergonomic than on the DW625 (my only minor quibble with that model). I also has the flat-sided base that you mentioned you liked on your Dewalt router, but the older model has that as well.
@@GM-gc8gg You gave a much better answer than DeWalt did. They make great tools, but good luck finding a DeWalt employee who actually knows something about the tools.
@@TheSnekkerShow Here's a link to the manual in case it proves useful to you: www.toolservicenet.com/i/DEWALT/GLOBALBOM/QU/DWE625/1/Instruction_Manual/EN/DWE625-TYPE1_NA.pdf
Not just a manufacturing problem but a quality control problem. Base flatness is critical and fundamental. One worries what other issues the triton routers will have.
I don't have a lakeside cabin, nor much else. But I did splurge on the big Festool OF-2200 with the full accessories kit. $1500 a year ago and as nice in use as you'd imagine. Would do it again. I'm a bit sanctimonious these days about trying to avoid spending my $$ supporting the Chinese economy when able.
Man, I just looked up the specs on that and was surprised that it draws 18 amps. Pretty impressive. I'm not sure I can justify it for slab flattening though. Is it made in Germany?
@@TheSnekkerShow I believe it is. I'm not a Festool fanboy but do own a bunch of their stuff where value is good. That 2200 is so stable and steady in use. A really well engineered machine.
A friend just recently bought one and the spring for the plunge base was so stiff it was unusable.
I'm curious what the serial number was.
@@TheSnekkerShow On my 001 I have similar issues with plunging--VERY stiff spring.
Thank you you just change my mind. I will be buying another brand other than triton. Thanks again.
That last one you got almost looks "refurbished" (as in they just sent you someone else's return). Loose collet inside the box, withtout any protection, what ? All of this looks terrible. I just received my MOF001 (smaller version) and it seems great and it was MUCH better packaged/protected in the box. The collets were in plastic bags full of oil to protect them, etc. Nothing was banging around like in the ones you got, it's not normal.
I hope they keep making good routers because they are a great option with their integrated lifts. The TRA002 doesn't seem to be for sale anywhere in europe, maybe they're not ready to release it just yet. Weird.
I have a different triton model that is also warped.
Thank you sooo much for this. I decided to check reviews before purchasing and thank God I did. Wow, Triton should be totally ashamed. Especially restocking equipment they know is deffective. Good grief
That sucks. The features on the Tritons are awesome. I have the MOF which has been a very good router. Mine is made in Croatia.
Vs didn't last with mine with only light use
Getting the TRA001 is still an option. It's still in production (and probably will be for a while, judging from the QA issues with the TRA002), and it's every bit as much of a power house as the TRA002. Oh, and the base is flat.
I thought about it, but I'm feeling disinclined to try their second best when they already hyped up the new model. The TRA001 has enough good reviews that it's clearly a good router, so I'm not ruling it out. Too bad there aren't a lot of places that have 3hp routers on display for some hands-on inspection.
@@TheSnekkerShow Yeah, I absolutely get your sentiment about last year's model. I've been contemplating getting a second TRA001 so that I can leave my first one in the router table permanently, but now that I know TRA002 exists, I think I'm going to hold off on this until Triton/CMT has had a chance to address this obvious manufacturing issue. Anyway, thanks for bringing this issue to my attention!
@@kluzz I'm glad it helped you make an informed decision. Hopefully they prioritize fixing the problem.
Maybe you could do a video on router base flattening!!!!!..😂💪🏻
I bought a Triton Tra001 for an amazing price from my local store. I’ve not yet picked it up but I don’t think I am going to. I’ve been researching quite a bit as I’ve read some concerning reports over the quality, quality control and durability of it.
I’m not impressed. I was looking forward to a decent table router but I will stick to brands I can trust.
which router are you considering for your router table?
@@mingueyox I went with a Makita 2301 in the end. Everything I read about Triton reliability put me off. Makita scored far higher and they have a service centre near me too.
@@Nick-cs9dt Same for me. Reliability looks like a real issue and I want to be able to rely on a tool. I love Makita and never had any single issue with their tools over the past 13 years. I was only attracted by the triton since they have this easy lift mechanism. But I guess I will have to make my own router lift...
Many thanks
@@mingueyox The Makita has a bolt that lifts it but yes, on the whole, the Triton scored better for table workability. Shame really but I cannot abide by or support companies who make poorly made products.
Was looking at Triton but the China thing is a huge issue for me and that router is HUGE!
What the guide bushing used for?
Mostly for template routing. You can use router bits with bearings, but sometimes it's better to use a guide bushing on the router instead. The brass one I showed is used for inlay work.
@@TheSnekkerShow honestly I don't think I ever used most of those uncommon attachments router comes with. It would be nice to do a video on those additional attachments
@@akebaharper5931 I'd really like to do more router videos. It's arguably the most versatile power tool in a woodworking shop.
Brutal
Can you please contact me when you have more cheese and cracker jigs in stock again because I want to buy one for my son ,preferably the one that is already sanded and finished please and have a happy new year and thanks again ,hope to hear from you soon
I don't always get notifications for CZcams comments, and I just noticed this. There are some jigs on Etsy now.
I hope to see what brand you buy, if you send them all back. Thank you for the video it was certainly informing.
For now, I bought a used Dewalt 3hp for cheap, and spent a couple hours tuning it up.
Sir , the TRA 002 is a piece of junk. You can still purchase the TRA-001 from Sommerfeld wood working tools and those routers are solid great tools. I myself own two. Both have been used on serious work loads using very large diameter bits. Producing raised panel doors, crown molding, exterior 5 piece construction doors, slad flattening etc. I bought my first triton router back in May of 2015 and it still works like a champ, my second router I purchased in 2021 and its just as awesome as my first one. Interesting thing is both mine are made in Taiwan and the ones you bought are all made in China. I am sure this is coincidence as why the manufacturing are substandard.
critical evaluation well executed- agree with china mfg. The "quality bleed" has always been an issue and exacerbated during economic challenges.. 2019 may have been a good year to buy, 2020- 2022 may not. At any rate the basic quality control elements are absent.
It is a shame that so powerfull and costly router have no temperature protection. I burned one in the hot summer day after grooving 30 OSB3 boards 25mm thick. Commutator contact was scorched and stepped up from commutator cylinder. I have bought another one with similar problem, except it had completely burned winding for some commutator contacts. It is not bad router, because cheap parkside from lidl i burned same day after 3 OSB boards. But it is problem to find replacement parts in the europe. I bought them from britain.
You made my mind up for me on the Triton. 😫🛫 Chines junk! You have saved the wood working community a lot of grief.
Happy to be of service
Love the paper-rock-scissors t-shirt! 🤣Looks like Triton hired the Samsonite gorilla to pack their routers. Yikes - they really need to work on their quality control over there. 3 out of 3 with issues? That's never a good sign.
Glad I found your video, as I was very close to ording this router. However, after your fiasco, I will pass.
I’m buying one used with one of those cheap 200$ Bosh tables for it. Guy is asking 175 for both. Used but not very much.
Any news?
It's been a year I see, learn anything new about this issue...I was thinkin bout getting one for my table simply cause it's powerful...but now I'm like I dunno bout triton....
I'm a little surprised that neither Triton nor anyone who bought one has given any indication that the problem was fixed. I recently received an Infinity Tools catalog in the mail that included the TRA001, but not the TRA002, so that says something.
@@TheSnekkerShow says ALOT...thanks for the reply...
Great review of bad product. 3 for 3 makes it pretty clear that Triton is more sales oriented than quality or customer oriented. Looks to me like Triton's "dedicated team of woodworkers" work by the 90% rule - "get it close enough, and the rest will work itself out." You would think after doing so much work, and investing so much to get a product through design and manufacturing, and packaging, and marketing, that one of the "team" would check that the final product actually works properly. What could be more important for an expensive router (or even a cheap router), than a flat base. "FAIL! YOU'RE FIRED! NEXT!"
Justification. I have bought new tools only because the color looked good. Try explaining that to the little woman.
👍👍👍
Sounds like your suppliers have bad customer service and returns policy. In UK, Screwfix, Toolstation, Trend, Axminster, Rutland all take back no questions asked. So I keep buying from them and have only returned a few items, including one or two I simply didn't like. An Evolution and an Erbauer 12" double bevel sludiding mitre saws were dangerously faulty. A Trend T4 on-off switch flew off. All taken back instantly
I just received one from Woodcraft, same serial sequence ending in 269. Wobble. They’re just junk now, I guess.
I'm surprised they haven't issued a safety recall yet.
Hi my name is Kevin from Aus as a mechanical engineer I would send it back to Triton to get it replaced if it comes back the same then I would pull it apart and re machine the parts where they needed it looks like to me it has been put over grinder wheel in the table by hand and not. bean machined correctly eg like in a lath [ not hard To do ] I worked in the famley business for 56 years a lot of things I by I have to fix it up to suit me all the best getting them correct Kevin Schlipalius.
buy festool of 2200 router, made in germany. best router on this planet👍
I bought the TRA001 recently and was equally dissapointed by the quality. The screws holding the body together rattled themselves loose and tightening them cracked the plastic. The depth kept adjusting by itself even with the lock lever engaged. The safety switch shutter jams and the switch itself is tempremental. I once turned it off, went to grab my workpiece and a few seconds later it turned itself back on again with my hand right next to the cutter. Finally it died a death yesterday by blowing it’s own motor when it wasn’t even under load, which for my own safety might be a blessing. I left a bad review earlier this year and Triton UK took 3 months to respond. Worst tool brand I’ve ever come accross.
That's surprising; it was the abundance of good reviews about the TRA001 that led me to buy the 002. I wonder if something changed in their production chain or if you just got unlucky.
@@TheSnekkerShow Me too, however it’s worth noting that they haven’t published my negative review so I’m beginning to wonder how honest they are. I have seen one other review with exactly the same complaints as mine and it coincides with the time I purchased it too
@@rhodriparry1615 Yeah, that is interesting. I thought it was odd that there weren't any reviews at all for the TRA002 on their site. Or any site that I've seen for that matter.
If you keep returning them you might get your old one back eventually..
Ha, yep. Even worse if someone else gets one of those three serial numbers and then finds this video.
Craftsman or Hercules
I got that joke. 😂
Looks like a "refurbished" return or something...The 0001 was made in Taiwan...and these are made in China? Big red flag
Absolutely pathetic. OK Triton, what do you have to say about this? Or should I say "你对此有什么要说的"?