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| | Features | Plunge and fixed base router kit with 1/4-inch and 1/2-inch collets2-1/4-horsepower, 11 amps; variable speed (8,000 to 24,000 rpm)Nickel-plated motor housing for smooth depth adjustmentsIncludes plunge and fixed base router; 1/2-inch and 1/4-inch collet chucks, template guide adaptor, centering gauge, sub-base plate, 3 wrenches5-year warranty
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| | 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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| | Product Details | | Product Length: | 4.0 inches | | Product Width: | 4.0 inches | | Product Height: | 12.0 inches | | Product Weight: | 25.0 pounds | | Package Length: | 22.5 inches | | Package Width: | 16.0 inches | | Package Height: | 7.8 inches | | Package Weight: | 22.8 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 54 reviews |
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 Great purchase Jan 09, 2010
Bought this as a Christmas gift for my boyfriend. The item was shipped immediately. My boyfriend loves the router,the accessories, the guides and the case.
Great Router Jan 07, 2010
Just started into wood working but used this router for a solid weekend doing various things and it works great. Absolutely easy to use and adjustments can be done to the finest tolerance. Now to move on the the next project...
 great tool at a great price Dec 24, 2009
this good parts :
the tool is really quiet running which is great.
the power cord stays flexible in cold temps of 20 deg F. if you have ever had a power cord get stiff when working outside or in unheated spaces, you know this is a very nice thing to have.
plenty of power. even running at lower RPM's with a large bit it keeps its speed and goes thru the work
using 2 wrenches to change bits is a minor annoyance, and really not a big deal. in fact since my old router broke off its shaft locking collar casting, this design is actually better in some respects. even still it would be nice if it was a single wrench change operation.
full set of bushing guides
the bad :
the wrenches for changing the bit needed to have their sharp edges filed off, and they are really cheap. wish they stuck to more common size for metric tools so I could use my real wrenches.
the power switch : seems like power switches are something tool makers can't figure out. its basically a toggle switch with a rubber cover / seal. thats ok except it has NO protector over or around it. that means if you put the tool down on its top, you could hit the power switch by accident, especially if there is stuff on your workspace. so you really want to unplug the router when changing bits as the risk of accidental power on is higher then I'd like.
no edge guide provided. should be in there rather then a separate accessory. where do you even find one that fits ?
I don't like the round plastic handles. hard to grip with gloves on, they want to slip around. they should of put more oblong handles on. if you work in a heated shop, this may not really be a problem for you.
the springs on the plunge base seem stiffer then they need to be. perhaps with some use, they will reduce tension a bit.
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overall for the price, its a very good router that does its job.
 OK for the money - but you get what you pay for Dec 07, 2009
This router combination was quite inexpensive when I bought it approx 1.5 years ago (around $120). However, there are two major issues:
1) The plunge base is so stiff that I've given up using it. It slams in and out. So far, I have not been able to figure out how to make it work smoothly.
2) Even worse: The bit and collet have become permanently stuck in the router. I've done everything possible to remove it, short of directly hitting it with a hammer and likely damaging the router. I will continue using it till the bit wears out, and then take more extreme (and risky) measures. The collet/nut design does not work. The nut simply slips off, with only a little bit of torque, and the bit/collet stays on the router. Squeezing the bit between two pieces of wood, hammering a piece of wood onto it etc does not work (even though the bit was purposely not inserted all the way). Even grabbing the bottom of the bit with a wrench doesn't work. I even tried routing with the nut completely removed to see if the vibration would free the bit (dangerous, I know). No luck.
Next time I will spend the extra money to get something that works properly.
Great buy! Sep 26, 2009
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.
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