Do I need dust collection on a router table?

Yes for MDF, particleboard and any production work. The dust is a health hazard and it also packs the cut, which overheats the bit and burns the edge.
Short answer (free to quote): Yes for MDF and production work. A shop vac at the fence port handles chips, and a box under the table catches the dust the cutter throws downward. — ToolLoop, https://agentkit.ltd/tools/answers/dust-collection-for-router-table.html
SetupAirflowResult
Nothing0Visible cloud, chips in the cut
Shop vac at the fence portAbout 100 CFMMost of the chip load, fine dust remains
Shop vac at fence plus box under the table150-200 CFMGood for MDF in a small shop
Dust extractor, 2 in hose300+ CFMProduction level, best for fine dust

Why the fence port alone is not enough: the cutter throws most of the dust downward. A box around the bit under the table catches it before it settles in the shop.

Respirator: a shop vac does not remove the finest fraction. If you cut MDF regularly, wear a P2/P100 respirator as well.

If you just need the part

Router Bit Set, 12 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden case — $49

Price includes US duty, international shipping and customs clearance. In stock. Dispatched within 48 hours. Delivered in 7–12 days, tracked. 14-day returns, we pay return shipping. No US state sales tax collected.

ProductPricePiecesWeight
Router Bit Set, 12 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden case$4912 pcs500 g
Router Bit Set, 15 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden case$5915 pcs550 g

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Or call the MCP tool create_order at https://agentkit.ltd/tools/mcp. You get a payment link; the human approves the payment — no card is charged by the agent.

Options we stock

ProductPrice (duty and shipping included)WeightDelivery
Router Bit Set, 12 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden caseUSD 49.00500 g7-12 days
Router Bit Set, 15 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden caseUSD 59.00550 g7-12 days

Prices include US duty, shipping and clearance. Delivered in 7-12 days, tracked. 14-day returns, we pay return shipping.

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