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DEWALT DW618K 2-1/4 HP Electronic Variable Speed Fixed Base Router with So Start Kit | List Price: $307.84
Discount Price: $187.94
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Brand: DeWalt
Binding: Tools & Hardware
Features: - 2-1/4 HP (max. motor HP), for smooth routing in toughest hardwoods
- Electronic variable speed from 8,000 to 24,000 rpm
- Micro-fine depth adjustment ring in 1/64" increments
- Adjustable, tool-free steel motor cam lock
- Includes fixed base router, 1/4" and 1/2" one-piece self releasing collets, wrench, large hole sub-base, and sub-base concentricity gauge
This on could be a five star, but.... [Posted on 2003-05-05]
Great router the only down side is switch location.
One BAD-ASS Machine! [Posted on 2004-11-10]
I've been working as a carpenter for more than 18 years, and this is by far the best small router I've used. Not only is it powerful, but it's light, well-balanced, and operates smoothly. It's like having a giant shop router in the palm of your hand. If you're looking for a router, I highly recommend the compact and versatile Dewalt DW618K - it kicks ass at the job site.
This is a very good router [Posted on 2005-03-12]
I debated between this router and the comparable Bosch model for a while before finally choosing the DeWalt. Three things sold me on this router: the depth adjustment ring, the easy motor removal, and the power.
After using it in my router table I can say that all three of those features are absolutely top notch. I really like the depth adjustment ring - this makes changing bit height in my router table VERY easy and precise (no more spinning the motor housing). The easy motor removal is a plus too - all you do is release the motor lock (one handed I might add) and then squeeze the quick release tabs on each side of the motor housing to cause the motor to slide right out of the base. Thats it - it could not be simpler.
As for power, I have not tried to spin any huge bits in this thing, but I have used some serious ogee bits in white oak, poplar, and pine. In every case, the motor handled the cuts in one pass without bogging down at all and the cuts were super smooth and burn free (I use Freud bits). In my experience, the electronic variable speed works very well.
The only drawback of this tool (and the reason I am not rating it 5 stars) is that I find the bit changing to be cumbersome. I have an older Ryobi router with a fantastic spindle lock that allows you to "lock" the spindle and then use both hands for the bit change. On this DeWalt, there is a spindle lock, but it consists of a spring loaded button that must be held in WHILE you are turning the wrench with the other hand. I feel this could have been designed better.
Overall, this is a great tool at a fair price. If I could do it all over again I would buy this same router.
DeWalt DW618K [Posted on 2005-07-21]
Love the soft start and the quick release features. Sure beats the PC hand screw which always needed a plier to tighten enough. Also find the shaft lock really nice. No need to manage two wrenches at a time to tighten the bit. The power advantage over another of my routers for a small price difference well worth the added cost.
Fast, perfect service [Posted on 2007-03-08]
My router arrived quickly, and in perfect condition. That is all one can wish for!
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