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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With a weight of 5.6 kg, it's heavy enough to be stable but not so heavy that it's tiring to operate. This is an excellent router to use if you are learning woodworking; the weight is about where it should be for a 1600 Watt router. Like other ½ inch routers, it comes with both ¼ and ½ inch collets so that one can use either size of bit. The ability to use both bit sizes is convenient. The RP0900X router is also a relatively low-powered router using only a 900W electric motor to power a single rotational speed of 27,000rpm. It comes with a collet for 1/4-inch router bits but can also accept a 3/8-inch collet. However, the usefulness of the larger collet size is debatable given that router bits with this shank size are not particularly common. Importantly, the Makita router will not accept a 1/2-inch collet or 1/2-inch router bits, nor does it have the power to run these larger bits effectively. So anyone planning to use this Makita machine for heavier routing, such as cutting kitchen worktops or similar, should look elsewhere. Once you are set on the type and size of the router you need for your tasks, you need to sort the right plunge router from the bunch by looking for some essential features. Even if the plunge router that you buy does not have many additional features, it should indeed have these required features: Power rating This is the maximum movement down (usually given in mm) that the router bit can travel. Obviously, the greater the degree of plunge travel, the greater the depth to which the router bit can sink into the workpiece, and the more versatile the router. However, don't assume that plunge travel equals plunge depth into the workpiece, as this will depend on the overall length of the router bit used and the degree to which it is level with the base plate of the router in the rest position. Router Weight

The power of an electric router (given in Watts) goes hand-in-hand with the maximum size of router bit that it is able to accept and the maximum depth of cut the power router is able to make. Typically, routers with wattages of less than 1500W will not accept the bigger router bits that have a 1/2-inch shank. These lower powered routers are for lighter work and more precision cutting. Routers that accept 1/2-inch-shanked router bits will have enough power to handle just about anything you can throw at them. Router-Table CompatibilityOur range also includes biscuit jointers that are designed for excellent manoeuvrability and easy handling. They create crescent shaped holes in both pieces of timber, which can then be filled with a compressed biscuit to hold them in place. We have a selection of versatile biscuit jointers that cut 0, 10 and 20 biscuit sizes, providing more flexibility for all of your woodworking projects. Budget tool brand DEWINNER have worked out a clever way to make decent quality power tools at remarkable prices. Their electric palm router set is ideal for someone who’s just starting out on their woodworking journey. It includes everything a budding DIYer will need to try out one of the most versatile tools out there. One of the most powerful routers I’ve tested out, the Triton TRA001 is a seriously powerful bit of kit. Other useful design features on the Makita machine include a flat-topped body which allows it to be flipped over and balanced inverted for bit changes. The machine also has relatively small handles making it easy to operate by just about anyone, although users with larger hands might find the handles a little too small for total comfort.

What makes the best plunge router a versatile tool is the wide range of bits you can get that all perform different tasks:Dust Collection: Wood routers can create a lot of dust and wood shavings, which can create a frustrating mess to clean up. If you plan to do a lot of routing, or just want to cut down on cleanup time, make sure to choose a plunge router that is compatible with your current dust collection capabilities, whether that’s a shop vacuum or a dedicated dust collection system. Our wide selection of routers offers a selection of different styles and options to suit any budget, so you can find the best fit, whether you’re looking for a Bosch or Makita router.