What size shank bits does this router use? I've seen 1/4" and 1/2" but don't know if this router uses one or the other or both.
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It will take both 1/4 and 1/2. It has two collets/adaptors one for each size that are easy to change.
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It will take both if you have the 1/4 inch and the 1/2 inch collet and I've used both with good success.
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Hi Debra,The Porter cable 75182 router comes with only a 1/2" collett. I have a couple Porter Cable 690 routers that have both 1/2" and 1/4" colletts and it appears that the 1/4" collett will fit the 75182 router, though I have not tried it since I use the 75182 in my router table and only use 1/2" router bits. Your question intrigued me so I just went into my shop and tried the 1/4" collett on the 75182 router. It does fit so it will be able to use 1/4" router bits. I assume that Porter Cable believes, because of the size and weight of this 75182 router, that users will use 1/2" bits and consequently, they do not include the 1/4" collett with it. I hope this answers your question. Hi Debra,The Porter cable 75182 router comes with only a 1/2" collett. I have a couple Porter Cable 690 routers that have both 1/2" and 1/4" colletts and it appears that the 1/4" collett will fit the 75182 router, though I have not tried it since I use the 75182 in my router table and only use 1/2" router bits. Your question intrigued me so I just went into my shop and tried the 1/4" collett on the 75182 router. It does fit so it will be able to use 1/4" router bits. I assume that Porter Cable believes, because of the size and weight of this 75182... » Read More Hi Debra,The Porter cable 75182 router comes with only a 1/2" collett. I have a couple Porter Cable 690 routers that have both 1/2" and 1/4" colletts and it appears that the 1/4" collett will fit the 75182 router, though I have not tried it since I use the 75182 in my router table and only use 1/2" router bits. Your question intrigued me so I just went into my shop and tried the 1/4" collett on the 75182 router. It does fit so it will be able to use 1/4" router bits. I assume that Porter Cable believes, because of the size and weight of this 75182 router, that users will use 1/2" bits and consequently, they do not include the 1/4" collett with it. I hope this answers your question. « Show Less
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Any large router will work. The smaller ones are too light for the heavy work this system can do. Also, you want to be able to use both 1/4" and 1/2" bit shafts. One more thing you might want to add is an adjustment from the top. Since the router is located rather deep inside the table it will make adjustments a lot easier.
1522475
I had to find a special router bit to fit the kit and do the job. Don't remember where I purchased the bit.
2156656
The adjustment device doesn't care- my router that I use it with takes either 1/2" shanks or, with a collet insert, 1/4".
1876693
It will handle 1/2" and 1/4" shank bits. I've used 3 1/2" raised panel bits in it with no problems, athough I did those cuts in 2-3 passes. Regardless of the router, a full cut with those bits is not recommended anyway.
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for most applicaions 12 mm is close enough to 1/2 inch to be substituted for 1/2 inch.. it is approximately 3 hundredths of an inch small than 1/2 inch.. all of my 1/2 inch router bits work fine in it.. I would not worry about the discrepancy, it is not enough of an issue to cause serious problems with the router.. I have used both the collets and have absolutely no problem with any bit I have used.
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I have not used these but assuming 6 mm is just slightly shy of quarter inch, then yes. Most standard router bits are quarter inch and 6 mm is .23 give or take.
2156657
The choice of routers is up to you, but they recommend using a larger router in a table, which is what you would use the router Raizer in. The larger router would use a 1/2" bit, although, you can use 1/4" bits using an adapter. I do this all the time. There is no need to buy a whole new set of 1/2" bits. The routers that can use 1/2" bits have more power. You'll want this, as in a way, you are substituting the router table for a much more powerful tool, the shaper. Few people buy the shapers anymore, as they have switched to the router table.
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The Router Technologies adapter has a 1/2" shaft. Will not fit in this Bosch router.
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The router bits have 1/8 inch shafts that only fit the Dremel tool. They are designed for small work and do an excellent job as long as you remember their intended purpose. They work best with Dremel plunge router accessory.
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No this router is 1/4 Inch only. There actually is not enough horsepower to use bigger cutters.
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The biggest difference is the variable speed. If you only use small bits then this is not really a value. Besides large bits, the one place being able to slow the router down that is helpful is routing end-grain; helps prevent burning. Also, the 2.25 comes with a spindle lock button so that you only need one wrench to loosen collet. I personally don't use this feature and prefer to use two wrenches all the time. I have both routers. If you were only going to own one go with the variable speed.
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All of the bits have a ⅜" diameter by 1⅛" long shank. The main part of the shank is determined by the size of the bit.
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It accepts both. The unit is set to accept 1/2" shanks but it comes with an adapter that allows the use of 1/4" shanks.
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I do not know about metric collets for this router. I suggest you go on the Porter Cable web site and see. It comes wqith 1/4" and 1/2" collets and that is what I always use, mostly 1/2" bits.
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Disregard my previous answer. I have the Skil Router and thought that is what I was answering the question about. Sorry about the mix up. I have no idea what size shank the B&D router takes but it should say in the description of the item.