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DEWALT DW618B3 12 Amp 2-1 4 Horsepower Plunge Base and Fixed Base and D-Handle Base...
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DEWALT DW618B3 12 Amp 2-1 4 Horsepower Plunge Base and Fixed Base and D-Handle Base...
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by DeWalt
Sales Rank: 6358
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List Price: $478.42
$263.38
At Amazon
on 10-15-2008.
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2-1/4-horsepower 3-base router kit
Variable speed 8,000 to 24,000 rpm; micro-fine depth adjustments at 1/64-inch increments
Die-cast aluminum bases; nickel-plated die-cast aluminum motor housings
Includes router motor, D-handle base, fixed base, plunge base, collets, wrench, sub-base concentricity gauge, vacuum adaptor, large hole sub-base, kit box
19.9 by 24 by 7.8 inches; 27.4 pounds; 3-year limited warranty
Product Review
Once in a while, we come across a tool that just makes us want to shut down the computer and hit the shop with renewed passion---and this is one of those tools. DeWalt has made such a fine router to begin with, but to package it with the bases you'd find yourself wanting later is a great move. The router itself has a super-smooth variable speed 2-1/4 -orsepower motor with a load range of 8,000 to 24,000 rpm and soft-start for virtually no twist. Kudos to DeWalt for giving this model a flat top and not the scalloped edge we've seen on their models before; this makes bit-changing a much better experience. For table use, the fixed base can't be beat. For freehand use, the D-handle offers unparalleled control and comfort. And of course, the plunge base is essential in any workshop, but we like this one for its integrated in-column dust removal (and it really works). An adjustable turret is great for repetitive work, and this turret's got five positions. We also like the placement of the plunge lock, right where you want it. For novice router-users, this is the perfect purchase; if you've been around the collet a few times, you still can't do better than this.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste
Product Description
DeWalt's 3-base router is an excellent woodworking tool featuring a motor with the power to rout smoothly through the toughest hardwoods. You get a heavy-duty 2 1/4 HP (maximum motor HP) EVS fixed base/plunge router combo kit w/soft start motor.
Customer Reviews & Comments
I purchased this router set to do inlay work and use on the dovetail machine. I wanted to keep my bosch under the table so I did not have to pull it out all the time (by the way the bosch is a nice machine too!). The Pros 1.) The bases on all three are narrow enough to hold brass bushings to follow templates and it was a snap to start the dovetailing like I wanted. It does have soft start like the bosch. 2.) The D handle is nice too I use that the most. I have had some trouble with the bit coming lose on the 1/4" shank but only because I did not tighten it good from the excitement of having a new tool (no harm done). 3.)It does have variable speed which I love to control on various hardwoods. 4.)The other feature I like are the cord connectors which have their own plugs and are easy to connect. The ends of the cord twist and latch so you know they're in place. 5.)The plunge base has a vaccum port on one of the shafts that I have yet to use. 6.)The dial on the router bases are smooth and raises and lowers the motor with precision and locks tight. The cons: 1. When routing some stock you can really see the coils and bushings wind up the eletricity through the top vents which is normal but can be distracting, I'll get use to it 2.I like the one wrench bit removal with the push pin to hold the collet in place, but it takes some practice. (No more loose bits!) Overall the machine is excellent and I am happy with the purchase and performance. The cons are very minor. I would have to choose this machine over the bosch if it were my only router because of how veritile it is (dovetail & inlay bushing bases, three bases, vaccum attachment, and variable speed) but what serious woodworker can only get away with one router? Oh yeah, and I did get the free bits......nice too.
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DEWALT DW618B3 12 Amp 2-1 4 Horsepower Plunge Base and Fixed Base and D-Handle Base...
List Price: $478.42
Available from Amazon
Price: $263.38
Updated on 10-15-2008.
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