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 |  | Brand: Hitachi
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $327.07
Buy New: $160.99
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Seller: Tools2you
Rating:  50 reviews
Media: Tools & Hardware
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 25
Dimensions (in): 4 x 4 x 12
MPN: KM12VCK
Model: KM12VC
UPC: 717709000896
EAN: 0717709000896
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Plunge and fixed base router kit with 1/4-inch and 1/2-inch collets | | • | 2-1/4-horsepower, 11 amps; variable speed (8,000 to 24,000 rpm) | | • | Nickel-plated motor housing for smooth depth adjustments | | • | Includes plunge and fixed base router; 1/2-inch and 1/4-inch collet chucks, template guide adaptor, centering gauge, sub-base plate, 3 wrenches | | • | 5-year warranty |
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Amazon.com Product Description
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. 
KM12VC Router Kit
Tool Specifications |
| | Amps | 11 | | Peak Horsepower | 2-1/4 HP | | Max Collet Capacity | 1/2" & 1/4" | | No-Load Speed | 8,000 - 24,000 | | No-Load Noise Level | 79.5dB | | Plunge Stroke | 2.6" | | Weight-Fixed Base | 7.3 lbs | | Weight-Plunge Base | 9.9 lbs |
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Powerful 11-amp motor features electronic speed control for consistent RPM.
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Ergonomically designed handles provide comfort and control. View larger. | 
A fine-depth adjustment knob enables precise depth control. View larger. |
Powerful, Quiet Motor Handles Hardwoods with Ease
At the heart of the KM12VC Router Kit is a powerful, 11-amp motor with 2-1/4 peak horsepower and nickel-plated housing. The motor has an adjustable no-load speed of 8,000 to 24,000 RPM for dialing in the perfect setting for the job. And the KM12VC motor features Hitachi's electronic speed control, which means this tool maintains constant RPM as the load varies, so you get precise, controlled cuts every time.Not only is the KM12VC's motor powerful, it's also quiet--at just 79-1/2 decibels (dB), it's the quietest in its class. And because less noise means less vibration during operation, this kit will give you the precise, controlled cuts you expect. Two-Stage Motor-Release Clamp for Quick and Accurate Adjustments
With a two-stage motor-release clamp, the KM12VC Router Kit lets you make quick and easy base changes and depth adjustments. And switching from the fixed base to the plunge base takes just seconds. An added bonus, the plunge base features a fine-depth adjustment knob for precise depth control. The KM12VC Router Kit is a versatile tool that accepts 1/2-inch and 1/4-inch bits, so it's compatible with the bits found in most workshops. In addition, the kit includes a 1/2-inch collet chuck and a 1/4-inch collet chuck for easy bit changes. Ergonomic Design Enhances Comfort
Hitachi designed the KM12VC to be both comfortable and portable. For comfort, the handles are ergonomically designed, which allows for control, accuracy, and precision. For portability, the fixed base weighs only 7.3 pounds, while the plunge base weighs only 9.9 pounds. Additionally, both bases, the motor, and all of the kit's accessories fit securely within an included protective case for easy travel between jobsites. This well-crafted router kit features a durable design that is backed by Hitachi's five-year warranty. What's in the Box
KM12VC Fixed and Plunge bases with Motor, 1/2-inch collet chuck, 1/4-inch collet chuck, seven template guides, lock nut, centering gauge, 16-mm wrench, 23-mm wrench, 10-mm wrench, 4-mm hex-bar wrench, sub base (B), 10 hex socket HD bolt M5x10, and case.
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Customer Reviews:
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 Great buy! September 26, 2009
Audiophile on a Budget (San Diego, CA)
This is my first router but I checked out alot of other ones before deciding on this one. After doing a speaker building project with it I'm extremely pleased. The motor and plunge/fixed bases performed flawlessly for everything I needed to do and it has a great feel in my hand. As others have mentioned, the collet does require 2 wrenches to be turned counter to each other to tighten the bit down but its really no big deal. After finger tightening the collect most the way it only takes 2 seconds to tighten/untighten it the last bit using the wrenches and isn't awkward at all. It actually lets you get a nice, tight grip on the bit that other collets don't allow for. The slow-start feature really helps keep the tool from wanting to fly out of your hand when you hit the power switch. After working with MDF for a few days using this, I do wish it had some sort of dust collection system but nothing else I saw in this price range does so I don't count that against it.
If you're looking at less expensive routers and wondering if the extra money is worth for this one I'd say ABSOLUTELY. This tool has a great 5 yr warranty and it seems well-built enough that it will easily outlast most tools I have in my garage. It also comes with the plunge and fixed bases which comes in handy and will save you some money down the road if you need to switch bases.
 HItachi plunge router. September 12, 2009
Clik
Like everything about it except the plunge action is a little stiff. I imagine it will break in over time. All in all I would purchase the same product again and recommend it.
Overall very good August 24, 2009
William Jones (Dacula, GA)
Let me start off by saying I'm a newby to routers, but have been pretty happy so far. Great power to the router and pretty easy to use.
A couple things have bothered me so far:
1) Two wrenches to change the bit - you have to use two wrenches when changing the bit, and it's extremely difficult to do that with the base on. This especially hard when it's hooked up to a router table.
2) fine adjustment - maybe this is where my newbi-ness comes in, but when using it with a router table it's difficult to do any fine adjustment to the height. Maybe the plunge base would allow me to do this, but the instructions aren't clear. I've been loosening the fixed base and twisting the plunger slightly to get to the right height.
Again, love the router and it does a great job, these are a couple of things I would have liked to have been a little easier to use.
No problems here June 13, 2009
Jim F (Newark, Delaware)
I have used this recently purchased router for dovetailing drawers in 5/8 inch poplar and found it worked flawlessly and with minimum effort - very well satisfied with it. Have yet to try the plunge base, but I am confident it will perform as well.
Great Value Great Router May 16, 2009
McGyverist
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
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.
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