1) Porter-Cable 892 Router with Fixed Base
Looking for one of the best medium powered Routers on the market? Look no further than the Porter-Cable 892 Router with a Fixed Base. This sturdy 2 ¼ HP easy starting Wood Router features a 12 amp motor with a 10,000 – 23,000 rpm variable speed control allowing you the ability to adjust for changing applications.
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The spindle locks, making simple and easy one wrench bit changes. The Router includes a rack and pinion adjustment providing smooth and stress-free bit height settings. The knobs are ergonomically designed for comfort and safety. The off switch is mounted on the top of the unit for easy access.
This is one of the Routers used in the routerbitsreview.com wood shop. The Router boasts an Amazon 4.7 rating.
The 892 comes complete with an 8902 router motor, 8901 fixed base, ¼” & ½ collets, collet wrench, carrying case, and owner’s manual.
If you are looking for more versatility consider the Porter-Cable 893PK. This kit contains the same 8902 router motor but with both a fixed base and plunge base.
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2) Porter-Cable 690 LR
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The little brother of the Porter-Cable 892 Wood Router, this router packs a lot of punch and brings it’s “A” game every day in the wood shop.
The 11 amp 27,500 rpm single speed 1 ¾ HP motor provides just the right amount of capacity for most DIYers . The dust sealed switch, sealed ball bearing construction, precision machined aluminum motor housing and base make for a durable long life tool. Designed to accept ¼” and ½” collets enhancing the versatility of the unit. Coarse height adjustments made simple with the cam lock lever. The micrometer is calibrated to 1/128” of an inch for more precision.
If this is your first router and you are serious about quality, ease of use, and durability Porter-Cable, a name you can trust, and the 892 LR are tough to beat.
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3) Triton TRA001 3-1/4 HP Dual Mode Precision Plunge Router
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Another real workhorse is the Triton 3 ¼ HP Wood Router. Users report lots of power and quick and easy bit swaps with the one wrench change feature.
The router also incorporates quick-fit pins at the base allowing rapid attachment to a router plate. Accepts ¼” or ½” collets allowing user to take advantage of the super horsepower of the router. Soft start and variable speed with a range of 8,000 to 21,000 rpm round out the features of this shop mainstay.
Be advised this is a heavy tool weighing in at over 13 pounds. Also the motor is not brush less but is designed for easy brush replacement.
The Triton TRA001 3-1/4 HP Dual Mode Precision Router is designed and built by a company with years of innovation answering the call of expert woodworkers and serious hobbyist.
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4) Bosch 1617EVS 2.25 HP
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No Top Five List of Wood Routers would be complete without including this popular and reliable router. The Bosch 1617EVS 2.25 HP Fixed-Base Router has a 12 Amp, 2.25 HP motor with a variable speed range of 8,000 -25,000 rpm.
The base includes threaded holes for mounting router to a table using the common three hole pattern.The base is also compatible with the RA1129 template guide adapter set.
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5) Dewalt DW616 Fixed Base
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With 1 ¾ HP, 11 amp motor this router provides the power necessary for smooth clean cuts even in hardwoods.
Quick and easy bit changes are assured with the quick-release motor latch and steel motor cam lock. Micro adjustment ring delivers precise depth in 1/64-inch increments. Detachable power cord makes the unit easy to store without damage to the cord. Rubber molded handles positioned low on the unit make the router comfortable, balanced, and easy to use.
With an Amazon 4.7 rating and free shipping this is a router you must consider for your shop. The Router comes complete with DEWALT DW616 fixed base router, DW616M motor pack, fixed base; 1/4- and 1/2-inch collets, two wrenches, and operating instructions are included.
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