1-1/2 HP Variable Speed Plunge Router

Comments about Chicago Electric Power Tools 1-1/2 HP Variable Speed Plunge Router:

I bought this to rout half round blind holes on 3/4" thk plastic sheets. Did the job in no time and with minimum set up using a template and the template guide provided with the router. This router is light and easy to use but has just the right weight and balance. I have used it only for a few minutes and cannot comment about the durability. However it seems well made and should last for a long time.

Comments about Chicago Electric Power Tools 1-1/2 HP Variable Speed Plunge Router:

Good router for the money. Variable speed was useful. Switch on handle was nice(compared to routers, where switch is on top of motor). Plunge base kept the same depth through multiple passes. Strong motor. Motor cooling fan did a great job of blowing saw dust away from cutting path. There was no need to use the saw dust vacuum attachment

Only con was I had to remove the safety plastic shield that came with it. It made it hard to see where I was cutting, besides you're suppose to wear safety glasses anyways
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Comments about Chicago Electric Power Tools 1-1/2 HP Variable Speed Plunge Router:

Using this router for edges on some shelves and other small projects with designed shapes. Tool was easy to use and I'm making great work after little practice.

Comments about Chicago Electric Power Tools 1-1/2 HP Variable Speed Plunge Router:

Used it a few times and love it! Built a bar and made a bunch of custom peices out of scrap lumber and saved a bunch of $$$. Awesome tool to have no matter the brand.

Comments about Chicago Electric Power Tools 1-1/2 HP Variable Speed Plunge Router:

I would put this router up against any router no matter what the price. Great power, smooth operation, and VSC make this the best router for any money!!

Comments about Chicago Electric Power Tools 1-1/2 HP Variable Speed Plunge Router:

Love it works great

Comments about Chicago Electric Power Tools 1-1/2 HP Variable Speed Plunge Router:

I built a bunk bed and cut all the designs with a spiral upcut 1/4" shank into 3/4 inch hardwood plywood. It cut like butter but burned the first bit because the speed control was all the way up. Backed it off and it ran longer without overheating but still had to give it a lot of breaks. Cut about 1' per minute. Never bogged down but it was a small bit. paid around 50 OTD. Amperage draw was pretty high and metal frame was too hot to touch. I would recommend as a cheap tool that works well but not to be used continuously.

Comments about Chicago Electric Power Tools 1-1/2 HP Variable Speed Plunge Router:

I can't say enough of this router. Powerful yet smooth and easy to use. I would recommend it to a friend. I which it had the option of using a 1/2" collet.

Comments about Chicago Electric Power Tools 1-1/2 HP Variable Speed Plunge Router:

Bought the 67119 router with the New Years coupon 25% off.


I ran a few practice runs with different bits with very good results.


Ran smooth, noise level was pretty quiet, and no bogging.


I like the dust collection on this, has a 1" opening that hooks to a small shop I have.


All of the adjustments work nicely, and the instructions are pretty good.


If you need larger print, just download the Manual at HF and expand it to see the illustrations in greater detail.

Comments about Chicago Electric Power Tools 1-1/2 HP Variable Speed Plunge Router:

Very good entry level router, I've been using it already for building guitar speaker cabinets. So far, it performs well for circle jig cuts, and edge rounding, I'll be testing it soon on dovetail cutting, I found a Universal Base Plate that fits perfect on it so I can attach guide bushing templates, and I was able to mount it under my Craftman Benchtop router table too. I think that for the price, you won't find anything this good. I know there are many better options out there, but expect to pay at least 3 times the price.