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DEWALT Router, Plunge Base, 10-Amp, 2 HP (DW621)

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Brand	DEWALT
Power Source	Corded Electric
Voltage	120 Volts
Horsepower	2
Maximum Rotational Speed	24000 RPM

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DEWALT router features full-wave electronic variable speed motor with soft start runs at 8,000-24,000 rpm with constant speed under load to ensure a quality finish in all materials
Rack and pinion depth adjuster with micro-fine adjusting allows quick, accurate set-up for DEWALT plunge router
Integral dust collection system efficiently removes chips and provides superior bit visibility
Spindle lock button allows for single-wrench bit changes
Innovative rubber-coated knobs have plunge-lock and on/off built-in for maximum user control
1/4-inch - 1/2-inch collet capacity for greater versatility
10 amp motor uses state of the art circuitry for soft starts and smooth operation

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Accuracy

5.0

Ergonomic

5.0

Easy to use

4.2

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Technical Details

Brand

‎DEWALT

Power Source

‎Corded Electric

Voltage

‎120 Volts

Horsepower

‎2

Maximum Rotational Speed

‎24000 RPM

Amperage

‎10 Amps

Base Type

‎Plunge

Manufacturer

‎DEWALT

Part Number

‎DW621

Item Weight

‎10.63 pounds

Product Dimensions

‎11.8 x 7.3 x 14.9 inches

Item model number

‎DW621

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer

‎No

Color

‎Factory

Style

‎Plunge Router Only

Item Package Quantity

‎1

Special Features

‎plunge

Included Components

‎Template guide bushing adapter | wrench | 1/4" and 1/2" collets

Batteries Required?

‎No

Warranty Description

‎1 Year

Additional Information

ASIN

B00005S7TD

Customer Reviews

103

4.4 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank

#624,024 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement)
#342 in Routers

Date First Available

February 17, 2007

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The DW621 2 HP EVS Plunge Router has a full wave electronic variable speed motor with soft start. DEWALT router runs at 8,000-24,000 rpm with constant speed under load to ensure a quality finish in all materials. Integral dust collection system efficiently removes chips and provides superior bit visibility.

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Offering stand-out performance and providing convenient, built-in dust collection, the DeWalt DW621 2-HP plunge router is both powerful and well-balanced for precision performance. Variable engine speed ranging from 8,000 RPM to 24,000 RPM with an electronic control that maintains speed during tough cuts means you can use a broad range of bits without the burning delicate woods or getting bogged down. For added convenience, you can set your desired depth quickly and accurately using a rack-and-pinion height adjustment system. This professional router includes long, precision-machined collets in both 1/4-inch and 1/2-inch sizes and a wrench for efficient bit changes.

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Bulb Voltage

120 volts

Customer reviews

4.4 out of 5

103 global ratings

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Customers say

Customers like the dust collection, power, ease of use, versatility, and quality of the router power tool. They mention that it has a detachable dust shroud, and is very powerful. Some are also satisfied with weight, performance, and comfort. That said, opinions are mixed on quality.

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16 customers mention16 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the dust collection of the router. They mention that it functions well, has a detachable dust shroud, and is integrated into the plunge mechanism.

"...It captures nearly 100% of the dust while routing. For context I also have a classic Porter Cable fixed base and Makita trim/plunge routers...." Read more

"...But let me tell you that the dust collection on this is AWESOME. No exaggeration. I routed a groove and it sucked up maybe 99% of the dust...." Read more

"...(which I highly recommend getting) is easily adjustable and has a detachable dust shroud that greatly aids in collecting dust when edge routing...." Read more

"...Dust collection is great...on par with Festool...." Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the power of the router. They mention it's very powerful, well built, and capable.

"...it to the Festool 1400 EQ (which retails for $600) I find it just as capable and comfortable and actually better in some ways:..." Read more

"...Also it is light enough and yet powerful enough to do MOST jobs perfectly...." Read more

"...The router is well balanced, with plenty of power. Plunge mechanism is smooth, and depth of cut setting is something I wish Festool would copy...." Read more

"...Having used it, I can say that it is well built, has plentyof power, and is much lighter and more manuverable thaen my old router." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers find the router easy to handle, maneuver, and setup. They also appreciate the great dust collection system and easy bit changes.

"...it is well built, has plentyof power, and is much lighter and more manuverable thaen my old router." Read more

"...little weird with the shape of the base, but nonetheless, it was a breeze to use when I was making mortises on my bed frame build and great for..." Read more

"This router does a great job. Smooth, manueverable, great dust collection system. I connected my shop vac and was amazed at how little dust escaped...." Read more

"Easy to use and control. Definitely my go to for routing off the table." Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the versatility of the router power tool. They mention that it is a great router, plunge router, and has a perfect combination of features.

"Great router...." Read more

"Versatile Router, better than Festool 1400 EQ..." Read more

"One of the very best routers I believe..." Read more

"A very versatile router..." Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers like the weight of the router power tool. They say it's light enough and yet powerful enough to do most jobs. Some customers also mention that it'll be the right weight for them.

"...Also it is light enough and yet powerful enough to do MOST jobs perfectly...." Read more

"...it, I can say that it is well built, has plentyof power, and is much lighter and more manuverable thaen my old router." Read more

"...It is the lightest plunge router I have used but has enough power to plunge a 1/2 inch spiral bit in hard maple...." Read more

"The size and weight are perfect for hand held operations. Dust collection is great...." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the router power tool. They mention that it works well and the spindle lock works well, allowing them to only use one wrench.

"...It works well. I had to put some tape underneath to eat up some slack, but now I can route in a straight line with no play at all...." Read more

"...collection is integrated into the plunge mechanism and works even better than the Festool...." Read more

"This router does a great job. Smooth, manueverable, great dust collection system. I connected my shop vac and was amazed at how little dust escaped...." Read more

"...So far this one is also working well." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers like the comfort of the router. They mention that it fits their hands nicely, has very tight tolerances, and works perfectly when mounted under a table. The router has a positive dial with fine adjustment. Some say that it's capable and better than some other routers.

"...1400 EQ (which retails for $600) I find it just as capable and comfortable and actually better in some ways:Depth Control:..." Read more

"...The beauty of the Dewalt 621 is that it fits and works perfectly when mounted "under" a table top* in a pin router set up...." Read more

"...'s imperial (not metric) scaled, and set by a positive dial, with fine adjustment. Dust collection is great...on par with Festool...." Read more

"...The router fits my hands nicely; I like the feel of it...." Read more

8 customers mention5 positive3 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the router power tool. Some mention that it's well built, has plenty of power, and is quite stable, while others say that it has a couple of design and manufacturing flaws, a flimsy base, and failed after a few years.

"...when the router's height is not locked by the knob, it is still quite stable; because of the larger than normal post and very tight tolerances...." Read more

"...Having used it, I can say that it is well built, has plentyof power, and is much lighter and more manuverable thaen my old router." Read more

"...DW621 carefully when it arrived and noticed a couple of design/manufacturing flaws...." Read more

"...Overall is a good quality router but not perfect." Read more

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Surpassed Expectations

Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2023

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I bought this for the dust collect and am not disappointed. Yes, the power switch is a little quirky but once you get used to it this router is such a pleasure to use. It captures nearly 100% of the dust while routing. For context I also have a classic Porter Cable fixed base and Makita trim/plunge routers. The Makita has the vacuum hook up but hardly captures anything. If you’re thinking of buying the green tool for the dust collection (like I was), save your money and get this one!

Just get it - amazing dust collection

Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2020

Verified Purchase

I looked at a lot of routers before buying this. Let me save you a lot of time and tell you that this is the one to get. The only flaw is that it does not have a light.

I was considering a Festool since I am already invested in that line and because their routers are well reviewed. But I just couldn't justify paying that much. The main reason I was considering the Festool was for the dust collection. But let me tell you that the dust collection on this is AWESOME. No exaggeration. I routed a groove and it sucked up maybe 99% of the dust. Routing a dado may not be as effective since there is an entire side exposed and there is no shroud around the bit (like Festool has).

It's also very perpendicular. I routed a groove then routed an overlapping groove to make it wider. If the router is not perpendicular then there is a ridge at the overlap. This had little to no ridge.

Only con is that there is no light. Not a dealbreaker but it's more important than you think. It can be difficult to see what you're doing since the dust hood hinders some of your view.

Also, I purchased separately the accessory that allows you to attach the router to a track. It works well. I had to put some tape underneath to eat up some slack, but now I can route in a straight line with no play at all. Be sure to get that accessory if you have a track.

I would absolutely buy it again.

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Alejandra & Peter

Versatile Router, better than Festool 1400 EQ

Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2019

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I'm a professional furniture maker and I use this router primarily for mortising operations as well as cutting tenons, with a tenon cutting jig. After owning this router for more than a year I'm very pleased with it.

In this review, I am comparing it to the Festool 1400 EQ (which retails for $600) I find it just as capable and comfortable and actually better in some ways:

Depth Control:
The depth stops have a standard turret configuration, Allowing you to set 3 separate depths, which is very handy for deep plunge cuts that need to be done in several passes. Again, I find the dewalt design better than the Festool 1400 EQ. On that tool, when you released the thumbscrew securing the depth stop the rod would just fall, and you would lose your setting (very annoying). This DeWalt model has a rack and pinion adjustment that stays in place when the thumbscrew is loosened. Also, it has a rotary depth adjustment knob that can be calibrated relative to your current depth (super useful!). Then there is the fine adjustment knob at the top of the depth rod, for dialing in a that last 1/32".

Dust control:
Dust collection is integrated into the plunge mechanism and works even better than the Festool. The freely pivoting vacuum port is located on the top of the tool, keeping hoses up and out of the way, plus it fits festool 27 mm vacuum hoses perfectly. The only downside is that this port prevents you from resting the tool upside down when changing bits, however, it is detachable.

Base:
The base accepts an edge guide. The dewalt brand edge guide (which I highly recommend getting) is easily adjustable and has a detachable dust shroud that greatly aids in collecting dust when edge routing. the base is also compatible with template bushings, which is pretty standard for a router in this class.

The spindle lock works well, allowing you to only use one wrench. however the Festool 1400 EQ has a ratcheting mechanism that is even easier.

Like other reviewers have mentioned: the plunge mechanism is sometimes sticky. Some Teflon spray helps. This is annoying but not a deal-breaker. The power lock switch takes some getting used to. Likewise with the plunge lock knob. However, once you get accustomed to them, using them becomes second nature. I've never found the power cord to be too short in my experience. One thing that would make this router even better is if it had LED lights near the collet to illuminate your work better.

This router design was once produced by Elu, a legendary Swiss manufacturer of power tools was bought by black and decker (parent company of Dewalt). While the fit and finish of this incarnation might not match the original, I find it to be a very well designed router with lots of refinement.

2 year update:
I'm still using this router in a regular basis. It's still a great router. I love the flat sides of the base. Makes it very compatible for creating jigs. Highly recommended.

26 people found this helpful

One of the very best routers I believe

Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2012

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The vacuum attachment is the best of all routers with a vacuum attachment, IMO. Also it is light enough and yet powerful enough to do MOST jobs perfectly. The exception is large router bits, which I have NEVER been comfortable with using a router. Just too dadgummed dangerous. I believe the shaper SHOULD be used instead for large cutter routing/shaping.

I am very pleased to say that I am using this router in an "over and under" arm router table, set up for pin routing; where the "pin" is a precision ground 1/4" or 1/2" stainless steel rod; installed in either the upper or lower router mounted routers. The beauty of the Dewalt 621 is that it fits and works perfectly when mounted "under" a table top* in a pin router set up. IE: EVEN when the router's height is not locked by the knob, it is still quite stable; because of the larger than normal post and very tight tolerances. I use a home-made** latching/unlatching "foot pedal" to raise and lower the router; through a series of wooden levers and pivots mounted under the table.

The precision height adjuster on this router is perfect* for that application. And again, one could not ask for a better dust collection system. A very NEEDED and often absent feature on MOST routers.

I highly recomment this product; even though it does have a slight problem in non standard mounting holes; and a flimsy base. But that withstanding, I am very high on this router.

* Note: This router is NOT suitable (IMO) as an "over" arm router in a pin routing setup. But "under" the table it is a jewel.

** I copied the table height adjusting mechanism from an old pin router table designed by Woodhaven that is no longer manufacturered. But I am greatful to the owner of this fine company for sending me a drawing of how he "latched" and "un latched" using one's foot when locking the height of the router; for both hands free pin routing.

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Top reviews from other countries

Richard Hewitt

Nice router with dust collection system

Reviewed in Canada on November 21, 2023

Verified Purchase

Superb router. Nice depth control, the on-off switch is easy to use (ignore some other reviewers comments on this feature - I never had any issues with the double switch action). My only comment is the left handle could be a bit larger for better grip but that is a minor issue. A router of this quality should come with a copy template but these are easily available as a separate item.

The POWERTEC 70175 dust collection system connects easily with this router (also available from Amazon).

Romante

Almost new router

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 25, 2018

Verified Purchase

Amazing. Better than expected.

stephen kim

The dust collection is fantastic

Reviewed in Canada on May 9, 2022

Verified Purchase

Good

Majeed behary

Five Stars

Reviewed in Canada on May 9, 2016

Verified Purchase

Thank you

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