I bought the DEWALT DWP611PK Compact Router Kit for usage in tight places but specifically for finishing up a Speaker Tower build I’m working on. This router worked perfect for cutting out the entire speaker recesses, Banana Input Terminal Plates, 2” Round Speakon Terminals, and Tube Ports I had to finish in this build using 3/4" MDF. The router’s variable speed was maxed at 6 to do this and there was plenty of power at that setting for my needs. All cuts and depths were perfect, the ports I used needed a 5-1/4” thru hole with a 6-1/4” round 3/16” recess which I’ve built a jig to use to do this. Where this router really impressed me was with cutting out the 2” rounds 5/16”recesses for the Speakon connectors that my jig couldn’t handle, too small for the jig. This left me with drawing the circles and free handing these with the router. This was a breeze mostly due to the LEDS that the router has and made it very easy for me to follow the lines with, my drops were perfect and I’m glad I bought the Round Sub Base for this.
Another nice thing to note is that this kit came with a Dewalt soft case which isn’t advertised and something I really wanted, I didn’t want to carry it around in the box it comes in.
I didn’t need the plunge base even though I could have used it if I had wanted too, but I did play with it and really like how it is sprung. It is setup to keep the router high off your material until you need to use the plunge feature. The travel is very smooth and precise with the ability to set your stop point, very nice!
The only complaint I could consider would be power, this isn’t a 2 -1/2HP or more router and it can’t be to remain small enough for tight places and retain its ability to be easy to handle. If you need a little more power though in a compact router the Porter would be your better choice, which I also have, but with that it’s not as easy to control as this router is. There’s always a tradeoff to consider.
Absolutely love this router
| Brand | DEWALT |
|---|---|
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 1"W x 6.7"H |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Item Weight | 8 Pounds |
| Horsepower | 1.25 |
| Base Type | Plunge |
| Manufacturer | DEWALT |
| Part Number | DWP611PK |
| Item Weight | 8 pounds |
| Item model number | DWP611PK |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | full size |
| Color | Multi |
| Style | Compact router |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Certification | certified frustration-free |
| Special Features | plunge |
| Included Components | DWP611PK - Compact Router, and Plunge Base |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | 3 Year Limited Warranty |
