My Dewalt 616 vibrated like crazy when I tried to use the bit. Would this happen because the motor is only 1.75 HP? Would a 2.25HP work more smoothly?
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My guess is that you got a "dud". I have never had that happwwith ANY router bit. DO NOT USE IT. SEND IT BACK
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Bit works fine for me....I would suspect too deep a cut rather than the motor. Try several shallow cuts if you haven't tried this already. Note that I used a Porter Cable model 6912, which is 1 3/4 hp, same as the router power you used. Of course if the router vibrated before it touched wood then you have a balance problem. Unlikely.
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The horsepower rating of your router shouldn't have anything to do with that vibration. If your router normally does not vibrate, then I would suspect that the router bit is not perfectly straight (causing a wobble), or it is not inserted correctly and tightened sufficiently.
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No, because I used a Porter cable 1.75hp and no vibration... Your shaft on the dewalt may be loose... or your bit may be bent see if it rolls evenly on a solid flat surface...
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Bit works fine for me....I would suspect too deep a cut rather than the motor. Try several shallow cuts if you haven't tried this already.Note that I used a Porter Cable model 6912, which is 1 3/4 hp, same as the router power you used.Of course if the router vibrated before it touched wood then you have a balance problem. Unlikely.
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Sounds like a bad bearing. The depth may cause an issue, but unlikely. Depending on material you are cutting, it may bog down with a 1 3/4 hp, but not wobble. I think adam brown hit it on the mark.. you got a dud. I cut 2" corian with it and it cuts like butter with no wobble what so ever.
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If you run the bare tool it will vibrate more since it has nothing to work against to dampen the vibrations. Put a blade in the saw and use it to compare. Mine vibrates a bit but not out of line with my corded saw.
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I use mines without the foot motor and it works fine, I don't use it often but it works really well when I do need to. I have no idea what the voltage on it is. But one thing I will say is the bits are a bit tricky to get in and out, it's kind of irritating. But I didn't pay much for mines wasn't expecting it to be perfect, but that's honestly my only complaint.
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Yes.. I had the exact drill and it worked perfectly. Make sure you have a full charge though. The battery discharges very fast when using this kind of large saw bits.
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This tool does have a "trigger lock" which you can engage only at full speed. In my experience, this is more problematic than helpful as it is a: seldom necessary to operate the tool at full speed for an extended period of time and B: not particularly easily engaged and C: more commonly inadvertently engaged than intended. Coupled with the fact that the tool is capable of powering on by simply placing it down on a hard surface, due to its weight operating the trigger, I would suggest a different brand of this type of tool. I have advised DeWalt of these concerns and have been advised that DeWalt "takes safety very seriously " although I have not seen evidence of that with this particular tool.
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I think it is a better drill overall than the 18 volt Dewalt drill that I own. The 18 volt is very heavy compared to the 20 volt drill. Make sure you get 20V batteries with the power meter feature on the back of the battery. It lets you see the charge by pushing a button, really nice feature.
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The DeWalt declaration is the correct one. On my drill it states (0 - 650 / 0 - 2000 ). Even the slower gear limit is also incorrect.
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A really great answer to the screw issue is to have an older, battery powered drill for use as a driver. This way, you don't have to keep changing bits. I keep my old B&D; 12V for just that. Drill the holes with the Dewalt, drive the screws with the battery powered drill. Saves a lot of time. BUT, if you're going to do big lag bolt driving, I'd get a dedicated driver. Otherwise, you'll burn up your drills or hurt your arms.
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Not sure at what rpm your saw operates. I used the blade with my Dewalt DW705 mitre saw which operates at about 4k rpm. The blade made very smooth cuts in a number of different AL extrusions. I buy it again.
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Yes, It produces enough RPM but I would purchase hex bit drill bit other than buy an adapter
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If your drill bit is sharp and if you use a lubricant, there's no reason why you can't drill at 2500 RPM's Let your drill bit cool between holes or cool it with water between holes. (Just dip the bit in a can of water.) If you find that the bit is seizing, sharpen the bit or slow down the RPM's a little. "Cool Tool" is an excellent lubricant for aluminum. Regardless of the speed you use. The bottom of the hole will need to be deburred. Use a fine metal file.
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i can add that it doesn't have full power for me. I think it is due to being under-air powered. I have it running through 50ft of standard air line, but the compressor only generates 120psi. I haven't had time to work it out yet, but beware if you don't have a large and capable compressor, you may not get the full rating force rating of the impact wrench. also take this with a grain of salt, as I am not an expert and haven't resolved the issue. I trust Craftsman in general. the fit and finish of the gun is nice.
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I wouldn't recommend it for any reason (see my review,) but on a good day you should be able to produce a 1 inch hole into a particle board using this driver (drill.) It has decent torque. The problem is that it is slow and unsteady. Slow is ok for driving screws, but makes it hard to drill. Unsteady is not good for anything. (Perhaps I got a bad one? Construction overall is pretty unreliable anyway. If you are considering this one due to the low cost, I would recommend using the budget for a used corded electric drill that will actually work right for all similar jobs and last a decade.) I wouldn't recommend it for any reason (see my review,) but on a good day you should be able to produce a 1 inch hole into a particle board using this driver (drill.) It has decent torque. The problem is that it is slow and unsteady. Slow is ok for driving screws, but makes it hard to drill. Unsteady is not good for anything. (Perhaps I got a bad one? Construction overall is pretty unreliable anyway. If you are considering this one due to the low cost, I would recommend using the budget for a used corded electric drill that will actually work right for all similar jobs and last... » Read More I wouldn't recommend it for any reason (see my review,) but on a good day you should be able to produce a 1 inch hole into a particle board using this driver (drill.) It has decent torque. The problem is that it is slow and unsteady. Slow is ok for driving screws, but makes it hard to drill. Unsteady is not good for anything. (Perhaps I got a bad one? Construction overall is pretty unreliable anyway. If you are considering this one due to the low cost, I would recommend using the budget for a used corded electric drill that will actually work right for all similar jobs and last a decade.) « Show Less
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It is an excellent router... have been using mine on a CNC router and 1/8" bits. I don't know if DeWalt offers a 1/8" collet, but I obtained a 1/8" collet from Precise Bits in Colorado... they have a kit which uses the same nut and comes with two collets 1/4" and 1/8." Precise bits is an outstanding company with great customer service, competitive prices and a wealth of information from chip loads to recommended speeds. http://www.precisebits.com/ Part no.DEEP-0611-83KIT
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no. and you probably wouldn't want it to, since the amps and the horsepower could not support heavy materials that require a 1/2 inch router bit. i'm guessing the motor would fri. you can however use router bits that are 1/2 inch in diameter also have a 1/4 inch collet.
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Hi Blair, No. The 611 maxes out at 1/4". Go to: http://www.precisebits.com/products/equipment/dewalt_611_collets.asp?tsPT=!!!Dewalt_611!!!Collet!!!PG!!!
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Hi Steve, No, there is not enough torque/power in this drill press and the speed too fast. This drill press is only for small size drill bits and high speed. Good luck. Bert