DEWALT DW618B3 12 Amp 2-1/4 Horsepower Plunge Base and Fixed Base and D-Handle Base Variable Speed Router Kit with 1/4-Inch and 1/2-Inch Collets
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Manufacturer: DEWALTModel: DW618B3
Product features:
- 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
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of DEWALT DW618B3 12 Amp 2-1/4 Horsepower Plunge Base and Fixed Base and D-Handle Base Variable Speed Router Kit with 1/4-Inch and 1/2-Inch Collets
Customer Review: Good but not Great, Buy good bits
Summary: 3 Stars
Ok, so I bought this after reading all the reviews. I've returned one and got another. In both cases I had a collet break. DO NOT USE CHEAP ROUTER BITS! I have determined this cased the breakage. The 1/4" broke using a Bosch bit. I noticed as I was putting in the bit it was tight, where as the Amana bit fit smoothly and the same for the Whiteside. Also I use a wrench for tightening instead of the push in. I feel I can get a better tightening of the bit using two wrenches.
It accepts Porter Cable (PC) stuff so that' a plus, but if I had to do it again I think I would spend more and get a PC. Good news is PC service department seems to be great, I have another collet on it's way.
Description of DEWALT DW618B3 12 Amp 2-1/4 Horsepower Plunge Base and Fixed Base and D-Handle Base Variable Speed Router Kit with 1/4-Inch and 1/2-Inch Collets
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.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
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