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Milwaukee 5616-24 2-¼ Max HP EVS Multi-Base Router Kit Includes Plunge Base and BodyGrip Fixed Base
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List Price: $454.00
Our Price: $209.99
You Save: $ 244.01 ( 54% )
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
Manufacturer: Milwaukee
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Average Customer Rating:  
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Binding: Tools & Hardware
Brand: Milwaukee
EAN: 0045242032792
Feature: Precise macro/micro depth adjustment systemto 1/64 increment, 3 metal depth scale and adjustable pointer
Label: Milwaukee
Manufacturer: Milwaukee
Model: 5616-24
Publisher: Milwaukee
Studio: Milwaukee
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Features
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Precise macro/micro depth adjustment systemto 1/64 increment, 3 metal depth scale and adjustable pointer
Premium plunge system with four-point Oil Impregnated PM Bushing design
6-Position(1/8 increment) adjustable metal turret stops for precise, multiple-pass routing
Tough, machined aluminum motor housing and base
Quick release motorallows adds the convenience of pop & drop quick base changes,passing motor between bases
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Customer Rating: 
Summary: Good fixed base,stiff plunge base
Comment: I purchased this router combo in april to supplement my milwaukee table mounted router. First, the durable plastic case is large and everything fits inside nicely. The compact fixed base is comfortable and will be familiar to those who have used other milwaukee body grip routers. The plunge base feels robust but the plunge lever is very stiff. I thought that it may loosen after some usage, and it did improve gradually, but it made routing deep mortises a chore. Make no mistake, it works, it is just very stiff. Another issue involved the two milwaukee supplied 1 1/8 wrenches. One of the wrenches was forged incorrectly and would not fit on the collet. After a phone call to Milwaukee, a new wrench arrived a few days later. I gave this router 4 stars because it is powerful, has a excellent fixed base, decent plunge base, and a solid 5 year warranty.
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Summary: router table for 5616-24
Comment: I noted one reviewer who lamented about no router tables being made that will work with this router. I believe just about any major manufacturer of router tables has one that will work. Woodpeckers router plate, for example, (which fits their router table, of course) can be had with a hole configuration that fits the Milwaukee 5619 router. But, since the 5619 and the 5616 use the same sub-bases and hence have the same sub-base hole pattern, you're golden! Basically, you may have to cross-reference and double check a few things, but finding a commercially made table set-up poses no problem. Additionally, many of us have built our own router tables and made our own plates. So go ahead and get yourself a table to fit this router and have fun!
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Summary: ilwaulkee router
Comment: I have not had an opportunity to use the router. I have been searching for a router table that will work with the tool. I think the Manufacturer should have one available or include the name of one.
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Summary: the way routing should be
Comment: When my 10 year old pc 690 starting spitting our its bush caps mid run, I new it was time for a new router under the table. Having owned a pc 7529 I know what smooth, quiet, and powerful feels like. The only problem is the micro adjust on the their plunge is idiotic "plunge the router,hold it down and turn the knob until it touches the surface, then turn the knob the other direction until you feel resistance, up to 20 turns!) And this you do every time you want to use it, give me a break! The 890 series has horrible reviews (one half a turn backlash in the adjustment knob and slop in the alignment) What does one do?
I almost bought the triton for its above-the-table bit change but read of their nylon parts in the rack and pinion failing and I really didn't want another loud router or their stamped sheet metal accessories.
I have owned a milwaukee hammer drill for 10 years, it still wacks out tapcon holes like a banshee. MADE IN GERMANY.
The Popular Woodworking review sold me on this router. The standard base is mounted in my table. It sports an ingenious macro-micro adjust. Holding in a spring loaded button disengages a rack that grabs a large spiral thread screw on the router. You slid the router in (up from under the table) to close to where you want to be and release the button. From there turn the micro adjust knob and lock in with a large lever. The whole process is extremely fast and easy. Milwaukee was late in coming to the combo market but they have pulled off some very solid engineering here.
+++PLUSES+++
*Very powerful and quiet.
*Excellent ergonomics, all controls are easy to reach and feel solid
*Macro/micro adjust is simple to use
*assembled in the USA
---MINUSES---
*this router comes with a T-wrench for above the table height adjust, I set it up under my tablesaw right wing so that the power switch, micro adjust and locking clamp face out. This puts the hole for the table top adjusting wrench under the fence. Not an issue for me, it's simple to reach under and give the knob a twist while I sight down the table.
*no spindle lock. The PW reviewer considers this a plus. This router has two huge nuts and nice fat cast wrenches for securing the collet. I personally hate the tiny spindle lock button on my pc plunger.
*solid price (for a solid router) there's plenty out there cheaper. I personally prefer to pay more for a solidly built tool I won't have to replace in a few years.
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Summary: High frequency BUZZ in handles UPDATED
Comment: UPDATED 5/22/08; Great service from Amazon; sent a replacement next day AND sent it overnight shipping. Excellent service. However, 2nd router has the SAME vibration in the handles. Literally makes my hands sore afterwards. Hard to believe others have not commented on this condition. Could be just bad luck twice in a row? Returning both and will not opt for router behind door #3. Have used other brand routers over the years and none have had this problem, not even 20 yr old B&D router. Very disappointed since other Mil. tools are 5 stars.
Previous post:
Just arrived and this thing has a tremendous high frequency buzz (vibration) in the handles of the plunge base at speeds of 5 and above, just running (no cutting), with or without a bit installed. Like a cheap palm sander I use to have. 20 seconds of run time and the after shock in my hands lasts for 5 minutes. Never read anything about vibration in any reviews. Anyone had similar issue? My well used PC plunge router is silky smooth by comparison. Motor by itself does not produce the same buzz. Will see if they send replacement or what. Rather surprising since other Milwaukee tools owned are top notch.
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