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KM12VC 2-1/4 HP Router Combo Kit Review
The Hitachi KM12VC combo router kit features a fixed and a plunge base with electronic speed control to maintain constant RPMs even as load varies
This is a no-frills, basic entry that did fine in my testing. The fixed base shares the same ring-type depth adjustment as the DeWalt and has comfy rubber-coated knobs, but there was play between the motor and base, making depth-setting hit-and-miss. The plunge base had some play and made a grinding noise on the way up, and I didn’t have confidence in the stability of the depth turret during a heavy cut. Although the router has an auto-lock plunge mechanism, the spring was gentle enough to hold the lever back easily. The price range for these kits is pretty tight, but if you are looking to save as much as possible, this router offers good value.
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