Freud FT1702VCEK 2-1/4-Horsepower Variable Speed Router with 2 Base Combo Kit - 1 Fixed base and 1 Plunge Base
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Manufacturer: FreudModel: FT1702VCEK
Product features:
- Features powerful 13-amp, 120 volts, 2-1/4-horsepower motor with RPM range from 10,000 to 23,000, 1/4 and 1/2 inch collets
- The Electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load; soft start for reduced torque
- Provides simple above the table micro-adjustment capability that's accurate to 1/128-inch with easy one hand a bit change
- Sealed electronic regulator and power switch provides superior protection from dust and debris
- Includes instructional Video-CD for routing tips and techniques, 5 year limited warranty, and 90 day money back guarantee
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Freud FT1702VCEK 2-1/4-Horsepower Variable Speed Router with 2 Base Combo Kit - 1 Fixed base and 1 Plunge Base
Customer Review: A good table router
Summary: 5 Stars
I think the reviews on this router are a bit harsh. My major beef with it is that the on/off switch is a little funky and hard to operate with gloves on. I much prefer my PC 893 switch. A minor beef is that both bases use black acrylic plates instead of the clear acrylic used on the current PC 893s, making it a bit more difficult to see what you are cutting. But, there are lots going for this router. It is pretty quiet for a 2 1/4 HP router, even running at 23k rpm, and the soft start eliminates any kick back during startup (like the PC). I didn't find the switch over between the fixed and plunge bases to be all that difficult, you just have to push in the spindle lock and no problems. The plunge works fine. I used one to trim a bunch of OSB sheathing on a construction project with a straight cut bit and plunge base and this router just blew through the job without any trouble. I probably trimmed through about 50' of OSB and the router didn't dog once, thanks to its electronic speed control. The fixed base is very nice for placement in a table. In this configuration, the router really shines because bit changes and height adjustments are just so easy. To change a bit, you raise the collet with an included above table adjustment knob. When you raise the collect above the table, it automatically engages a spindle-lock, meaning that bit changes are accomplished very easily. The kit includes the fixed and plunge bases, a dust collection adapter, the above table adjustment knob, 1/2 and 1/4 collets, 22 mm collet wrench, a nice (single) storage case and outstanding operators manual (much better than what came with the PC 893 kit). It also includes a mini CD to run on your computer that demonstrates various routing techniques, both by hand and table mounted. Overall, a very nice setup. Plus, certain unnamed big box stores are currently selling this for way below its normal street price. I picked one up to have a spare router for my table and am very pleased with this very nice package.
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