![]() It was hard for me to imagine holding more horsepower in my hands than I have in my Powermatic table saw, but with the Bosch 1619EVS plunge router it is surprisingly manageable. On the 1619EVS, I can fully insert the bit, which helps prevent chatter, and still plunge it completely out of the base. With the 1617EVSPK, I’d have to bump the router bit out of the chuck to get the bearing to reveal deep enough to track along the jig. Most of the routing I do is done with handmade jigs, using top-bearing flush trim bits. The second was how low it plunges when compared to the Bosch 1617EVSPK. This also eliminated the “dust in the switch” issue common on older runs of the 1617EVSPK. Having the switch located on the right side of the ergonomic handles, as opposed to the side of the motor, meant I was able to maintain full control even while starting and stopping the motor. The first and most noticeable change is the placement of the on/off switch. Having spent countless hours chewing wood chips with my 1617EVSPK, I immediately noticed two specific differences in the 1619EVS. There’s no doubt the Bosch 1619EVS router is an absolute workhorse when mounted underneath a router table, but for me it really shines when I use it freehand with jigs and straight edges. It’s both convenient and easy to operate. In reading through the 1619EVS manual, I notice one function which specifically caters to using this tool in a router table: With the push of a button, you can disengage the plunging springs and then lock the plate to the body via the height adjusting dials which will prevent you from fighting against a spring when cranking the router bits up and down from underneath the table. I like to know about even the smallest detail that might improve my process or technique. I like to fit each and every attachment and tweak every available adjustment to its fullest extent before I even plug it in. Ok, I’ll admit it, I’m a nerd! I get excited about flipping through the manuals of the tools I acquire. ![]() ![]() And although I have no complaints about it, I’ve been feeling the need to upgrade to a heftier motor.įor me, the logical move was to the 1619EVS, which is why I jumped at the chance to plug one in and write about my experience. This thing gets a workout! I rout 2-1/4” deep box joints (among others) on an almost daily basis. ![]() As my small furniture company has grown, so has my use of my one and only router. This is especially true of my 1617EVSPK plunge router. Under no circumstances should the PantoRouter® woodworking machine be operated with a Bosch router without making the conversion, the router would not be held properly and could result in poor cut quality and serious injury.I, like most tool guys, own quite a few brands of tools, but my Bosch tools are among my favorites. We also found a few other brands that would work with this new configuration along with a 230v router for our customers outside of the USA, please see our router selection guide in the FAQ section of our website for the complete list. The switchover required some modifications to the pantograph components to accept the Bosch router. After extensive testing, we found the Bosch 1617EVS was at the top of its class for 2.25HP routers. It was a fantastic router but unfortunately with Porter-Cable discontinuing their tool production and service, we had to find a good alternative. The dust collection hood comes with a dust brush and mounting hardware.Ĭollet wrenches, 1/4” and 1/2” collets come with the Bosch router.įor years, the PantoRouter® woodworking machine was designed to accommodate the Porter-Cable 8902 router. The Bosch router mount conversion kit comes with a new aluminum pantograph handle, cast aluminum short pantograph leg, router mount spacers, two pivot shafts, required retaining rings, and detailed step by step instructions.
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