Hitachi KM12VC 11 Amp 2-1/4-Horsepower Plunge and Fixed Base Variable Speed Router Kit with 1/4-Inch and 1/2-Inch Collets
Hitachi KM12VC 11 Amp 2-1/4-Horsepower Plunge and Fixed Base Variable Speed Router Kit with 1/4-Inch and 1/2-Inch Collets The Hitachi KM12VC 2-1/4-Peak-Horsepower Fixed/Plunge-Base Router Kit is made for fine groove cutting, chamfering, window cutting, trimming, shaping, and pattern cutting. Featuring Hitachi’s ergonomic styling, a powerful motor that is the quietest in its class, a two-state motor-release clamp, easy base changes, quick depth adjustments, and more, this router kit is a valuable addition to any workshop.
Hitachi KM12VC 11 Amp 2-1/4-Horsepower Plunge and Fixed Base Variable Speed Router Kit with 1/4-Inch and 1/2-Inch Collets Description
The all new 2 1/4 hp router from Hitachi combine a sweet design with Hitachi’s unmatched electronic feedback router motor. The KM12VC and M12VC routers are powered by an 11 Amp variable speed motors with a RPM range of 8,000 to 24,000 and Hitachi’s electronic feedback system which allows the bit to maintain the set RPM throughout all cuts. This increases cut performance and reduces unwanted tear out. Both 1/2″ and 1/4″ bits can be used in this tool along with many templates and guides. The easy to use fixed base dials up and down along heavy duty grooves while the scale ring reads the exact depth of cut. The KM12VC is the kit version and this tool comes with both the fixed and plunge base. M12VC includes fixed base only.
Hitachi KM12VC 11 Amp 2-1/4-Horsepower Plunge and Fixed Base Variable Speed Router Kit with 1/4-Inch and 1/2-Inch Collets Reviews
Hitachi for the win
Value is the one one word that sums up this kit. I don’t want to beat a dead horse, but I agree that you’ll be hard pressed to find a better deal than this Hitachi kit. I’ve never used the Bosch that so many rave about, but I have used the Porter Cable kit and some old Craftsman fixed base routers. I’d put the Hitachi at about the same level as the Porter Cable. Better availability of accessories would put it at or above the PC in my opinion. It’s solid and easy to use. The only two very minor gripes for me are the position of the on/off switch and the stiffness of the plunge base (I probably just need to lube it). The gripes aren’t enough to warrant less than 5 stars though. I look forward to using this router for years to come!
Great Value Great Router
This is an excellant value for the price. It is the quietest router I have ever heard. I have the fixed base mounted to my router table and it is very easy to switch the motor back and forth to the plunger base. I have used it to make raised panels with back cutters and it did not bog down seems to have plenty of power. The one down side is that it requires two wrenches to change bits.
