Quick clamp system on both bases for tool-free conversion
Microfine bit depth adjustment system on both bases
Exclusive Precision Centering Design centers bit precisely
Wide base openings and 2" sub-base openings - accepts large bits
Editorial Review:
FEATURES AND BENEFITS Bosch 1617PK 2 HP Plunge & Fixed-Base Router Combo Kit2.25HP/ 12 AMP Motor 25,000 RPMPrecision Centering Design -- Makes it easy to keep bit on intended cutline when using jigs, templets, dovetail fixtures and similar guidance devicesMicrofine bit depth adjustment system on both bases -- For fast, precise bit depth adjustmentQuick clamp system on both bases for fast tool-free conversion -- Move motor from base to base with easeWide base openings and 2" subbase openings -- Accepts larger bits and provides better visibilityTool-free templet guide adapter -- For fast and easy templet guide changesRight or left switch location -- For user preference and consistency (motor does not rotate during depth adjustment)Now includes RA1161 Fixed-Base with system for adjusting bit height from above a router table!Fixed base has threaded holes for mounting to router table positioned in Bosch 4-hole pattern and common 3-hole pattern.Plunge base has contoured soft grip handles -- For enhanced control and support at all plunge depthsRugged carrying case has compartments for all included itemsPower Switch - Now includes dust-sealed power switch INCLUDES 16mm Shaft Wrench -- 2 610 991 38824mm Collet Nut Wrench-- 2 610 992 417Tool-Free Templet Guide Adapter -- 2 610 991 370Fixed Base Chip Shield -- 2 610 991 389Plunge Base Chip Shield -- 2 610 912 599Carrying Case -- 2 610 913 367Fixed Base -- RA11611/4" Self-Releasing Collet Chuck -- 2 610 906 2831/2" Self-Releasing Collet Chuck -- 2 610 906 284Motor -- 16171Plunge base -- RA1166T-Handle Hex Height Adjustment Wrench -- 2610923193 SPECIFICATIONS Amperage: 11Assembled In: Motor assembled in Mexico. Bases and other items made in China.Base Diameter: 6" Fixed/ 6-11/16" PlungeCollet Capacity: 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 8mmCord Length: 10'Max. Motor HP: 2No Load RPM: 25,000Rating: 120 V ACUsed on Model No.: RA1171, RA1180, RA1181, RA1182, RA1200 Router Tables (Router in fixed base only).Weight
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Workhorse:
I love trhis kit!!!!!!The plunge router base is excellent. Great plunge action-easy to operate. Fixed base is well balanced. Love the feel of the wood knobs on the fixed base. Only gripe is motor is magnesuim and gets a gray oxidation on it that makes putting motor in either base difficult. Silicone dry lube sprayed on the motor and bases solves this problem(w/ extreme care taken to keep lube off and out of collet and out of motor).Oddly Craftsman Professional kit which is made by bosch has polished metal... more info
The 1617PK can be converted to EVS:
I'm not sure why anyone would buy this 1617PK on Amazon when the variable speed version 1617EVSPK is available for a lower price. Variable speed is critical to control as the size of the router bit changes -- larger bits need to run at lower RPM. Anyways, I did buy this 1617PK because it was on mega-clearance at Lowes. After some schematic research, I found there are only 4 things different between the 1617PK and 1617EVSPK: the EVSPK has an added speed control, larger motor housing cover for the added speed... more info
This router is awesome:
It has been over 20 years since I did any sort of woodworking in junior high school shop class, and am just now starting to get back into it. Somewhere along the line I decided that I needed to get a router, so after reading lots and lots of stuff, I got the 1617PK. I think it is probably the best power tool I have purchased so far.
Tonight I used the router for the first time. Actually, it was the first time I have EVER used a router. I am very very impressed! I had absolutely no problems with the thing... more info
Nice little unit:
Good power, pretty easy to change bits. I had a little trouble changing to the plunge set up. Very good visability. I wish the power swich was a little easier to get to while holding router, it seems that it took a little fumbeling to switch it off in a hurry when I needed to but over all I am very happy with the buy.
