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The Bosch 1617EVSPK is a two-base router kit: one 2.25 HP motor shared between a fixed base and a plunge base. The variable-speed motor runs 8,000 to 25,000 RPM and accepts 1/4 in, 3/8 in and 1/2 in collets, so it handles small trim bits and large panel-raising bits. It suits furniture makers and cabinet installers who want one motor for both freehand plunging and table-mounted work. Against single-base routers it trades a little weight and setup time for flexibility; against trim routers it is far more powerful but heavier to handle overhead.
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Owners rate this kit highly as a first serious router and as a step up from single-base models. They praise the smooth, quiet-running motor and the convenience of two bases. Complaints center on weight and on the fiddly base swap.
This Bosch router kit combines a fixed base and a plunge base with one motor. The motor runs at 8000 to 25000 RPM and is rated at 2.25 horsepower. It draws 12 amps on 120 volts and has a 10-foot cord.
The kit includes 1/2 inch and 1/4 inch self-releasing collet chucks, so it accepts 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 inch collet sizes. Chip shields for both bases, the wrenches needed for bit and height changes, and a carrying case are also included.
