Bosch 1617PK 2-Horsepower Router Combination Pack

by Bosch

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The new Bosch 1617PK gives you the best of both the fixed-base and plunge router worlds! It features an 11 amp, 2-horsepower, 25,000 rpm (no-load) motor with plunge base and fixed base in a carrying case. This kit features the exclusive quick-clamp system, allowing tool-free movement of motor from base to base. The depth adjustment system feature coarse and microfine bit depth adjustment with re-settable indicators. Both bases have large base openings with 2-inch sub-base openings, accepting larger bits and providing better visibility. The routers' right or left switch and cord locations provide both choice and consistency, and the motor does not rotate during depth adjustment. The tool-free templet guide adapter allows quick changes, and both bases feature the Bosch-exclusive precision centering design for centering optional templet guides. The motor has a one-piece armature shaft for accuracy and long bit shank capacity. The kit includes 1/2-inch and 1/4-inch self-releasing collets, templet guide adapter, and comfortable drop-forged wrenches. Multiple new optional accessories allow you to build a complete Bosch routing system.

Features

• Quick clamp system on both bases for tool-free conversion
• Microfine bit depth adjustment system on both bases
• Exclusive precision centering design centers bit precisely
• Wide base openings and 2-inch sub-base openings accept large bits
• Tool-free templet guide adapter for fast and easy templet guide changes
• Right or left switch and cord location
• Double-insulated, UL-listed, complies with OSHA
• Fixed magnesium base construction is durable and lightweight
• Plunge base with contoured soft-grip handles provides enhanced control and support

Specifications

• Rating: 120 volts AC
• Amps: 11 amps
• Max motor horsepower: 2
• No-load speed: 25,000 rpm
• Collet capacity: 1/4 inch, 3/8 inch, 1/2 inch, 8 mm
• Base diameter: 6 inches
• Weight: 19.5 lbs.

Includes

• Motor
• Plunge base
• Fixed base
• 1/4-inch S.R. collet chuck
• 1/2-inch S.R. collet chuck
• 16 mm shaft wrench
• 24 mm collet nut wrench
• Tool-free templet guide adapter
• Fixed-base chip shield
• Plunge-base chip shield
• Carrying case
• Free deluxe edge guide ($39.99 value)

Warranty
This Bosch power tool comes with a one-year limited warranty from the date of purchase.

Product Description

Includes 2 HP Combination Plunge & Fixed-Base Router Pack - 1617PK, Motor - 16171, Plunge-Base - RA1166, Fixed-Base - RA1160, 1/4" Self-Releasing Collet Chuck - 2 610 906 283, 16mm Shaft Wrench - 2 610 991 388, 24mm Collet Nut Wrench - 2 610 992 417, Tool-Free Templet Guide Adapter - 2 610 991 370, 1/2" Self-Releasing Collet Chuck - 2 610 906 284, Fixed-Base Chip Shield - 2 610 991 389, Plunge-Base Chip Shield - 2 610 912 599, Carrying Case - 2 610 913 367

Product Details

Product Manual [1.19mb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 20.5 x 7 x 16 inches ; 18 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 21.4 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00005RHPE
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 1617PK
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #221,115 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A man and his router, December 16, 2001

By 

Jack Silver (Portland, OR USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bosch 1617PK 2-Horsepower Router Combination Pack (Tools & Home Improvement)

If your a serious woodworker like I am, or an occasional do it your-selfer you must appreciate the qualities of a good
router. I've owned and used many different brands, but
for the price and the quality you can't go wrong with a Bocsh. If you want ease of operation, easy adjustments, great control and one of the best templet guides available. TWO THUMBS UP get a Bocsh!

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The 1617PK can be converted to EVS, June 22, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Bosch 1617PK 2-Horsepower Router Combination Pack (Tools & Home Improvement)

I'm not sure why anyone would buy this 1617PK on Amazon when the variable speed version 1617EVSPK is available for a lower price. Variable speed is critical to control as the size of the router bit changes -- larger bits need to run at lower RPM. Anyways, I did buy this 1617PK because it was on mega-clearance at Lowes. After some schematic research, I found there are only 4 things different between the 1617PK and 1617EVSPK: the EVSPK has an added speed control, larger motor housing cover for the added speed control, and a different armature and field (the motor itself). I bought the speed control and cover for $30 through a local tool repair shop and now I have essentially the 1617EVSPK router for a steal of a price. It's not exactly the same because I didn't upgrade the armature and field...which would have drawn 1.0 more amps and provided about 1/4 more HP. So my point is that if you already have this single speed router, all is not lost and you can convert it to EVS if you really want, but if you haven't bought this, buy the EVSPK to begin with.

I own a Bosch 1613EVS plunge router and love it but wanted a dual base system too. Bosch routers are known for comfort and precision. They're kind of like the Toyota's of tools: well engineered tools that aren't the very best but consistently high performing and long lasting. The irritating things about this 1617PK/EVSPK router are the lack of a built-in dust control connection/system, non-centered base that requires the purchase of a centering cone or bit, and proprietary guide bushing system that requires an adapter to use the Porter-Cable standard guide bushings. Small things that I bought accessories to address but would've been better if they were part of the kit. Because of those things, I was convinced I would eventually get the Porter Cable 894VK combo kit until I heard how bad the plunge was on it. It's perfect on the Bosch, with Bosch being pretty much the only brand that covers its plunge posts to prevent dust from entering. The only other thing I don't like is that, unlike my 1613EVS plunge router, the 1617 doesn't have an on/off trigger on the plunge handle. But in the end, I'm a Bosch loyalist and because of the Lowes clearance, I now have two Bosch routers and am happy with both.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice little unit, January 4, 2003

By 

Norm McDonald (Alaska) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bosch 1617PK 2-Horsepower Router Combination Pack (Tools & Home Improvement)

Good power, pretty easy to change bits. I had a little trouble changing to the plunge set up. Very good visability. I wish the power swich was a little easier to get to while holding router, it seems that it took a little fumbeling to switch it off in a hurry when I needed to but over all I am very happy with the buy.