The Bosch 1617EVS is a 2.25-horsepower, 12-amp variable-speed router kit that includes both a fixed base and a plunge base. It offers a speed range of 8,000 to 25,000 RPM, soft start, and Constant Response circuitry to maintain speed under load. The motor can be oriented with the switch and cord on either side, and the fixed base can be used upright or in a router table. Reviewers praise its smooth operation and versatility, though some find the plunge base's depth adjustment stiff and the kit heavy.
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Users generally praise the Bosch 1617EVS for its power, smooth operation, and versatility. Some criticize the plunge base's depth adjustment and the kit's weight.
The Bosch 1617EVS is a variable-speed router with a 2.25-horsepower, 12-amp motor. The speed range is 8,000 to 25,000 RPM, and a dial sets the speed for the workpiece and task. Constant Response Circuitry keeps the speed steady under load and provides overload protection. Soft Start reduces torque at startup.
The kit includes a fixed base for upright use or for mounting in a router table. The fixed base has threaded holes in the common 3-hole pattern and a system for adjusting bit height from above a router table. A macro and microfine depth adjustment system with a resettable depth indicator sets bit depth. The motor does not rotate during depth adjustment.
The switch and cord can be placed on the right or the left. The power switch is dust-sealed. Hardwood handles are fitted, and the one-piece armature shaft allows long bit shanks. The Precision Centering Design centers the bit for work with jigs, templates and dovetail fixtures. The tool is double insulated.
