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Milwaukee - 5616-24 2-1/4 HP Router Combo Kit

the Milwaukee 5616-24 2-1/4 HP router combo kit features the Bodygrip fixed base router and heavy duty plunge base for the professional market

$230.00 (As of 7/1/2009)

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Editor's Review: Tool Test: 2-1/4-hp Router Combo Kits

by Kit Camp review date: July 1, 2009

Some things on this router were great. The BodyGrip base was comfortable and provided a high level of control, and the depth adjustment allowed for easy fine-tuning (though I think the graduated wheel was slightly out of calibration because I had trouble hitting target measurements during depth-testing). Also, the kit includes two large, beautifully forged wrenches. Unfortunately, the plunge mechanism was sloppy, the spring on the auto-lock knob was way too stiff, and the locking knob on the depth rod was tiny and slippery. I tested a second plunge base to rule out a random lemon, but the problems remained. Finally, the carrying case is enormous.

Editor Test Results:

Overall Rating	N/A
Adjustments	Good
Runout	N/A

Manufacturer Specifications

Manufacturer	Milwaukee
Manufacturer's Web Site	www.milwaukeetool.com
Manufacturer's Phone Number	800-729-3878
Weight	20 lbs
Dimensions	N/A
Horsepower	2.2
Speed	10,000-24,000 RPM
Amps	13.0
Opening at Base	N/A
Collet Size	1/4 in., 1/2 in.
Type	N/A
Special Features	motor sheild design
Accessories	two 1-1/8 in. collet wrenches, 1/2 in. collet, 1/4 in. collet, fixed based and plunge based assembly, 2 clear sub-bases, dust shield, concentricity gauge, impact-resistant carrying case

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