Hitachi M12VC 2-1/4-Horsepower Variable Speed Router |  | Brand: Hitachi
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $245.87
Buy New: $107.99
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Seller: hdpop773
Rating:  28 reviews
Sales Rank: 8617
Media: Tools & Hardware
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 29
Dimensions (in): 4 x 4 x 12
MPN: M12VC
Model: M12VC
UPC: 717709008298
EAN: 0717709008298
ASIN: B0002ZZWXI
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Powered by an 11-amp variable speed motors, ranging from 8,000 to 24,000 RPM with soft start | | • | Electronic feedback system allows the bit to maintain the set RPM throughout all cuts | | • | Easy-to-use fixed base dials up and down along heavy duty grooves | | • | Includes 1-1/2-collet chuck, 1 1/4-collet chuck, 1 23mm wrench, 1 16mm wrench, 1 template guide adapter, and 1 template guide centering adjuster | | • | Backed by 5-year warranty |
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Product Description
2-1/4 HP Motor, Fixed Base Router, Powerful 11 Amp, To Route Through Hardwoods, 2 Stage Motor Release Clamp For Accurate Depth Adjustments & Base Changes, Nicklel Plated Motor Housing For Smooth Depth Adjustments, Electronic Speed Control To Maintain Constant RPM's Even As Load Varies, Lightweight At 7.3 LBS, Includes: 1/2" Collet Chuck, 1/4" Collet Chuck, Template Guide Adapter, Centering Guage, Sub Base Plate, Wrenches: 16MM & 23MM, 4MM Hex Bar Wrench, 5 Year Warranty.
Amazon.com Product Description
The Hitachi M12VC Variable-Speed Fixed-Base Router features a powerful motor and electronic speed control for making smooth cuts in a variety of materials. A welcome addition to any workshop, this precision router features electronic speed control, quiet operation, easy depth adjustments, and more, making it ideal for fine groove cutting, chamfering, window cutting, trimming, shaping, and pattern cutting. |  |
Features of this router include a top-mounted rotation-speed dial and nickel-plated motor housing.
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M12VC Variable-Speed Fixed-Base Router
Tool Specifications
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| | Power Input | 11 Amps | | Horsepower | 2-1/4 | | No-Load Speed | 8,000-24,000 RPM | | Insulation Method | Single Insulation | | No-Load Noise Level | 79.5 dB | | Collect Chuck Capacity | 1/2" & 1/4" | | Depth Adjustment System | Rotate the Motor Pack | | Motor Clamp | 2-Stage Lever | | Straight Edge Guide Position | Front | | Weight | 7.3 lbs. |
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Powerful Motor Operates Quietly
The M12VC's 11 Amp, 2-1/4 peak horsepower motor produces enough speed to cut through hardwoods with ease. Equipped with electronic speed control, the M12VC produces a no-load speed of 8,000-24,000 RPM. This means the router maintains constant RPM even as the load varies, so you'll get precise, controlled cuts in a wide range of materials.Despite its powerful motor, the M12VC operates quietly. In fact, this router has a class-leading noise level of just 79.5dB, which means you'll get a quiet workshop, reduced vibration, and improved control. Quick and Easy Depth Adjustments
The M12VC utilizes a two-stage motor release clamp for quick and accurate depth adjustments. The release clamp makes it easy to change from a fixed base to a plunge base (not included). Depth adjustments are also made easy by the nickel-plated motor housing, which also helps to reduce scratches and stains on the tool body. The M12VC has a collet capacity of 1/2 inch (not included) and 1/4 inch (included). Ergonomically Designed for Comfort and Control
Like all Hitachi tools, the M12VC is ergonomically designed to enhance comfort and control on the job. To start, this tool weighs only 7.3 pounds, making comfortable enough for freehand routing. Additionally, the handles are wrapped in Elastomer compound to reduce vibration and prevent slippage for ultimate control. For further ease of use, the fixed base offers a smooth work surface for gliding over the workpiece without scratching. The M12VC is backed by Hitachi's industry-leading five-year warranty. About Hitachi: A Tradition of Innovation
Hitachi Power Tools (Hitachi Koki USA, Ltd.) provides professional-grade power tools for a variety of applications, including woodwork, metalwork, concrete, drilling, cutting, and fastening. Hitachi is a leader in power tool research and development and has achieved many firsts in the power tool industry. Today, Hitachi continues the tradition of innovation and engineering with new features in addition to classic quality. What's in the Box
M12VC Router, 1/4-inch collet chuck, centering gauge, 16mm wrench, 23mm wrench, hex bar wrench (4mm), and hex socket HD bolt M5x10 (10 pieces).
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 Good router November 15, 2009
Connie S. Richardson (S.E. Texas USA)
This is my first router and I love it. Performed like I imagined. It may be a year before I use it again so it's not going to be used hard. The router worked well for what I needed it for.
 could be better October 21, 2009
L. dawson (ontario canada)
had this router for only a short while so can not comment long term runs well works great both bases are easy to use it has two tools to change the bits which i favor [the two wrenches supplied are poor to say the least] the thing that i realy do not like is the collet nut nobody uses square nuts on anything but this has a square nut four sided collet and is very hard to change bits unless you remove the motor from the base
very good for he money, easily modified for dust collection. October 11, 2009
Eurekazone (USA)
Our favorite router to modify for dust collection.
Smooth motor, good power and easy controls.
You can easily modify the router for almost 100% dust collection.
Visit the [...] for a picture totorial.
Next time, we will post pictures in Amazon for other people to see.
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eurekazone
Excellent basic router September 18, 2009
S. Ley (Boulder, CO)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Note: I'm using this router in a CNC machine, not handheld.
Hitachi makes some very nice basic power tools. This router is a good example. It lacks fancy features, but what it does, it does well and reliably.
Pros:
- High power
- Small size
- Quiet (one of the quietest for the power available at any price!)
- Soft start motor
- Smooth speed control
- Stable bearings (low runout)
- Compatible with fancier ER20 style collets available for Bosch routers
Cons:
- Ugly
- Stock collet a little dodgy for high volume work (I experienced some bit slippage before upgrading collets)
When these little guys are in stock, they can't be beat for basic work. CNC machine owners buy them two or three at a time so they always have spares on hand! Mine has over 1000 cutting hours on it, and is holding up great.
Worth what I paid. Okay router. August 26, 2009
J. Jeffery (Texas)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Don't confuse this kind of Hitachi with the real heavy-duty kind of Hitachi and you will be allright. Some of the trim fell off right out of the box!
But cosmetic issues aside, the router has worked great the month or 2 I've had it. It resides in a router table, so I don't even see it.
One mistake I made was to tighten the 1/4" collet withotu a bit in it. The collet came apart, and was not easy to reassemble. It is a really tight fit now, but that's really my fault, not Hitachi's.
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