Bosch 1617EVSPK Wood Router Tool Combo Kit - 2.25 Horsepower Plunge Router & Fixed Base Router Kit with a Variable Speed 12 Amp Motor

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Due to a misfortune drop to the concrete, my trusty 30 year old Craftsman fixed based router needs to be replaced. If you are into woodworking, would also recommend the Bosch 1594 3-1/4-inch planer, another well designed tool that performs better than expected, only way to describe is that it literally glides over the wood surface and no sanding is needed afterwards, who could ask for more? I used to do a lot of custom floor installs which required me to need several routers so I could keep the cutters installed and therefore keep consistency.

Both bases have large base openings with 2-inch subbase openings, accepting larger bits and providing better visibility. It has the power switch in the one knob and is very helpful for keeping balance when turning on the power.hp combination plunge-and fixed-base router has the power to get results, with a 12 A motor and adjustable speed settings. The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. Again if you can not lower the motor enough you unlatch the motor press in on the stop lever and lower the motor to the last or lower stop and adjust the know as needed, lock the motor and you ready to go. I have the 1617EVSPK, the hang up before I spend money on a table top is whether the 1617EVSPK has a built in lift or not. HP Combination Plunge- and Fixed-Base Router has the power to get results, with a 12 Amp motor and adjustable speed settings.

Update: I have ran into 2 instances of the switch not working, probably due to dust on the contacts inside the switch. Quote from: aosty on January 22, 2016, 01:35 AM I've successfully squeezed a 1617 on to the LR32 plate without drilling. Very similar to the Bosch, in design, fit and finish not as good but OK, can't comment or durability or longevity. I had to replace my Makita router and I bought the 1617 Bosch unit after reading the reviews and boy am I happy I did, powerful, precise, smooth and accurate, I am pleased with my purchase and would recommend this router!

The body grip keeps it extremely well balanced for use with one hand and when you do dovetails using the knobs also keep it well balanced. As a professional, a lot is expected of you: speed, reliability, competence, endurance – in short: excellent results. The kit includes 1/2-inch and 1/4-inch self-releasing collets, templet guide adapter, and comfortable drop-forged wrenches. This kit has the exclusive quick clamp system allowing tool-free movement of motor from base to base.

i got a bargain with this one even with cost of post and import duty, i still consider this to be top value. Not too heavy and no vibrations which is especially important as a female user as I'm able to easily control the feed rate. I like that it comes with functional carrying case that holds everything but the edge guide, even has places for most commonly used bits of both shank sizes.

The router's voltage is 120volts and the frequency is 60Hz where as in Ireland our voltage is 230volts and the frequency is 50Hz so the appliance won't work properly in Ireland. It slides and locks easily into both the fixed and plunge bases, and has a flat top, which makes changing bits that much easier. Some router are better suited for a router table and some have better features for hand held, fixed base and plunge capabilities. So, I try to include the reasons I have come to a certain opinion or the "whys" it will or will not work, because otherwise, it's just unfounded blather.

You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. not sure if that's a good thing or not, but I think I want to try and see if that'll help it glide along with the rest of the mechanism).The other thing I have found very useful with this Bosch model is the accessory template guide adapter and templates. What I find the fixed base configuration useful for is trim functions using follower bits of various types- from setting the rebate for a high frequency driver after boring the original hole with a Forstner bit, or trimming a side or inner route flush using a 1/2" shear trim bit. Constant Response Circuitry, the router will maintain a constant speed throughout the cut, resulting in clean, accurate product.