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title: "1617EVSPK 2.25 HP Combination Plunge- and Fixed-Base Router"
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# 12 Amp powerful motor Microfine bit-depth adjustment 8,000-25,000 RPM variable speed dial 1617EVSPK 2.25 HP Combination Plunge- and Fixed-Base Router

**Brand:** bosch
**Price:** ₨193903
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔨 Master every cut with Bosch’s powerhouse precision router.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 1617EVSPK 2.25 HP Combination Plunge- and Fixed-Base Router by bosch
- **How much does it cost?** ₨193903 with free shipping
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## Why This Product

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## Key Features

- • **Dual-Base Versatility:** Quick-clamp system switches between plunge and fixed bases in seconds—adapt to any project on the fly.
- • **Power Meets Precision:** 2.25 HP motor with Constant Response Circuitry ensures smooth, consistent cuts every time.
- • **Tailored Speed Control:** Variable speed dial (8,000-25,000 RPM) lets you dial in the perfect speed for any material or task.
- • **Built to Last & Perform:** Dust-sealed power switch, aluminum housing, and rugged carrying case for durability that keeps up with your hustle.
- • **Effortless Depth Accuracy:** Microfine bit-depth adjustment with 1/64 inch precision for flawless, repeatable routing.

## Overview

The Bosch 1617EVSPK is a professional-grade 2.25 HP router featuring a robust 12 Amp motor with variable speed control from 8,000 to 25,000 RPM. Its Constant Response Circuitry maintains speed under load for clean, accurate cuts. Equipped with both plunge and fixed bases, it offers microfine bit-depth adjustment for precision and a quick-clamp system for fast base changes. Designed with durability in mind, it includes dust-sealed switches, aluminum housing, and a rugged carrying case, making it ideal for demanding woodworking tasks requiring repeatable accuracy and versatility.

## Description

Product Description The Bosch 1617EVSPK 2.25 HP Combination Plunge- and Fixed-Base Router has the power to get results, with a 12 Amp motor and adjustable speed settings. The variable-speed dial allows the operator to set the optimal speed. Constant Response Circuitry, the router will maintain a constant speed throughout the cut, resulting in clean, accurate product. The plunge base features smooth plunge action. Users can glide along the intended cutline using dovetail fixtures, templates, jigs and other guidance devices. The Bosch Precision Centering Design allows the bit to be centered with the sub-base or optional template guides. desertcart.com Handle a broad range of routing applications with the versatile Bosch 1617EVSPK Plunge and Fixed-Base Variable-Speed Router Kit. This router kit includes a powerful motor with advanced speed control technology, precision bases, and plenty of advanced features to help get a variety of jobs done quickly and accurately. .caption {font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif;font-size: 10px;font-weight: bold;font-style: italic;}ul.indent {list-style: inside disc;text-indent: 20px;}table.callout {font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, serif;margin: 10px;width: 250;}td.callout3-c26 {height: 100 percent;background: url('https://images-na.ssl-images-desertcart.com/images/G/01/th/content_26/Q1_2009/c26-callout3.png') repeat-y;border-left: 0px solid #999999;border-right: 1px solid #999999;padding: 10px;width: 250px;}ul.callout {list-style: inside disc;text-indent: -5px;font-size: 12px;line-height: 1.5em;}h5.callout {text-align: center;}img.withlink {border:1px black solid;}a.nodecoration {text-decoration: none} The Bosch 1617EVSPK Plunge and Fixed-Base Variable-Speed Router Kit includes:EVS Motor (16176)Plunge base (RA1166)Fixed base (RA1161)Fixed base chip shieldPlunge base chip shield1/2-inch and 1/4-inch self-releasing collet chucksComfortable forged 16-mm and 24-mm bit-change wrenchesT-handle hex height-adjustment wrenchRugged carrying case Both bases feature the Bosch Precision Centering Design for accuracy and control.View larger. Powerful, Variable-Speed Motor with Soft StartTake care of even tough routing jobs with the powerful 2.25 HP/12 Amp motor and its versatile speed range of 8,000 to 25,000 RPM. The variable speed dial allows you to set the optimal speed for the routing task and material. And with built-in Constant Response Circuitry, your router will maintain a constant speed throughout the cut, so you get cleaner, more accurate results.With the integrated soft-start feature, the motor reduces torque upon start-up for a much smoother transition and easier handling on your part.Accurate Fixed and Plunge Base CutsThis versatile kit provides all the components necessary for fixed-depth routing and plunge routing, as well. Microfine bit depth adjustment systems on both bases allow for accurate and fast bit depth adjustments. The microfine adjustment has an overall range of one inch and is accurate to 1/64 inch.Both bases also feature the Bosch Precision Centering Design, which allows the bit to be centered with the subbase or optional template guides (sold separately). This makes it easier than ever to keep the bit on the intended cutting-line when using guidance devices such as jigs, templates, or dovetail fixtures.Both of the included bases, fixed and plunge, feature quick clamp systems for quick tool-free conversions, so moving the motor between the two bases takes only seconds and requires no tools. The plunge base features soft grip handles for easier operation, and the fixed base includes threaded holes for mounting it to router tables. The fixed base's advanced bit height adjustment system allows you to conveniently adjust the bit height from above the router table.Rugged Design for Increased DurabilityThe Bosch 1617EVSPK Plunge and Fixed-Base Router Kit is durable and built for years of use. The motor housing and bases are now made of aluminum, and the power switch is now completely dust-sealed for added durability. The rugged carrying case keeps all of the components protected. This routing system is backed by a one-year limited warranty, 30-day money back guarantee, and one-year service protection plan.What's in the BoxEVS Motor (16176), plunge base (RA1166), fixed base (RA1161), fixed base chip shield, plunge base chip shield, 1/2-inch and 1/4-inch self-releasing collet chucks, comfortable forged 16-mm and 24-mm bit change wrenches, T-handle hex-height adjustment wrench, and rugged carrying case. The motor's speed range features Constant Response Circuitry for clean, consistent results.View larger. P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); From the Manufacturer The Bosch 1617EVSPK gives you the best of both the fixed-base and plunge router worlds. It features a 12 amp, 2-1/4-horsepower, 8,000 to 25,000 rpm (no-load) motor with plunge base and fixed base in a rugged well-organized carrying case. This kit features the exclusive quick-clamp system, allowing tool-free movement of motor from base to base. Other key features include variable speed, soft-start, and Constant Response circuitry that maintains speed under load. The depth adjustment system features coarse and micro fine bit depth adjustment with re-settable indicators. Both bases have large base openings with 2-inch sub-base openings, accepting larger bits and providing better visibility. The routers' right or left switch and cord locations provide both choice and consistency, and the motor does not rotate during depth adjustment. Both bases feature the Bosch exclusive precision centering design for centering optional template guides. The motor has a one-piece armature shaft for accuracy and long bit shank capacity. The kit includes 1/2-inch and 1/4-inch self-releasing collets, and comfortable drop-forged wrenches. Multiple new optional accessories allow you to build a complete Bosch routing system.Features 2.25HP/ 12 AMP Motor 8,000-25,000 RPM Variable speed dial — For matching speed to work piece and task Soft-start-Reduces start-up torqueConstant-Response Circuitry-Maintains constant speed under load Quick clamp system on both bases for fast tool-free conversion-Move motor from base to base with ease Precision Centering Design-Makes it easy to keep bit on intended cutline when using jigs, templates, dovetail fixtures and similar guidance devices Microfine bit depth adjustment system on both bases-For fast, precise bit depth adjustment Wide base openings and 2" sub-base openings-Accepts larger bits & provides better visibility Right or left switch location-For user preference and consistency (motor does not rotate during depth adjustment) Contoured soft grip handles-For enhanced control and comfort Double insulated Now includes RA1161 Fixed-Base with system for adjusting bit height from above a router table Fixed base has threaded holes for mounting to router table positioned in common 3-hole pattern Rugged carrying case has compartments for all included items Power Switch - Now includes dust-sealed power switch Optional RA1126 Quick-Change Template Guide Adapter (sold separately)-For fast and easy change of Bosch RA-Series template guide (or threaded template guides, if optional RA1100 adapter is also used.) SpecificationsAmperage: 12.0 Base Diameter: 6" Fixed/ 6-11/16" Plunge Collet Capacity: 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 8 mm Cord Length: 10 Max. Motor HP: 2.25 Base diameter: 6 inches No Load RPM: 8,000-25,000 Rating: 120 V AC Used on Model No. : RA1171, RA1180, RA1181, RA1182, RA1200 Router Tables (Router in fixed base only). Voltage: 120 Volts Weight (lbs.): 19.5 Includes1/4" Self-Releasing Collet Chuck 1/2" Self-Releasing Collet Chuck 16mm Shaft Wrench 24mm Collet Nut Wrench Carrying Case Fixed Base (RA1161) Plunge Base (RA1166 Fixed Base Chip Shield Plunge Base Chip Shield Motor T-Handle Hex Height Adjustment Wrench Pack of 3 10-24 Screws for Table Mounting Warranty This Bosch power tool comes with a one-year limited warranty from the date of purchase. See more

Review: A very good router for specific jobs due to it's design - What is the key feature that makes this router especially useful for some tasks compared with others I own? It's the depth setting adjustment, shown at the left side of the first image. It covers a wide range with fairly granular control of the depth steps. Why is this useful to me? This current project is a good example- speaker cabinet front panels fabricated from hard rock maple ply. This is serious stuff for power tool woodworking, cabinet grade MDF is like butter or cardboard in comparison. So, it's pretty mandatory when doing a deep route to use a number of shallow steps and a slow feed. This fixture makes that very straight forward, and very repeatable when doing multiple routes of the same dimension (second image, routing cut outs in progress for the inner front panel of an LF module for a high end speaker system. It's easy to calibrate for a consistent starting point and getting very exact results for a number of operations. Now, no router I've found is the perfect router for every job. This Bosch tool is very well built, has excellent torque and speed control, and with the additional fixed base can handle a variety of jobs. Where some might find it lacking is having a comprehensive dust collection feature built in with a clear dust dust shield over the working area, like some DeWalt and Porter Cable 1/2" shank routers I own. But that same dust shield can limit the utility - specifically, the depot of plunge for the router, and the depth of cuts. Here, on this project, I'm working with 1-1/4" maple ply and 1-1/2" maple ply, and doing cuts between 1" and 1-1/4". This isn't possible with the routers featuring the dust collection and dust shields, because of the limit these place on plunge depth with multiple passes. This is why I tend to have multiple routers chosen and setup for specific jobs, and leave them that way once things are dialed in. I have three of the Bosch 1617EVS now for that reason... two with plunge base setup, one with fixed base. The other thing I have found very useful with this Bosch model is the accessory template guide adapter and templates. Here are pictures of the base with the template guide and a short adapter for 1/2" solid carbide spiral up cut bit installed, in the "baseline" position and extended. One of the 1617EVS is always setup with this adapter. What I find the fixed base configuration useful for is trim functions using follower bits of various types- from setting the rebate for a high frequency driver after boring the original hole with a Forstner bit, or trimming a side or inner route flush using a 1/2" shear trim bit. I have jobs for which this configuration works better than my 1/4" shank trim routers.
Review: Great router for the money!!! - I bought this router in June of 2012 and have used it for several projects now and I think that it is truly a great router. The variable speed is great to have. The fact that the wrenches are drop forged instead of cheap sheet metal is a real plus. The molded hard case is top quality. The rough and fine height adjustment is great especially with ability to do it from above on a table (however a little warning... make sure you un-clamp the tension for the height adjustment first before fine tuning the height and I would also suggest if you are adjusting it while mounted to the table that you put your hand on the motor for weight support. The fine adjustment rod works by putting pressure against a small split ring on the adjustment rod. Too much pressure and the split ring pops off and is pretty much destroyed - this happened to me the first month- replacement rings only come from Bosch for about $.80 plus shipping and are difficult to reinstall. With proper support there has been no trouble) Being able to switch bases is great, in fact I also bought the under-table base also sold here on desertcart (which is essentially another fixed base without the wooden handles) The design for removing the motor isn't real easy but can be done. Plunge base works spectacularly with stepped stops for quick change of plunge depths. Also a tip for router template users, standard router templates (porter-cable style) do not work with Bosch's sub-base. You either have to buy Bosch's templates or the Bosch template adapter, or Lowes sells a Milescraft sub-base with all the adapters needed. I bought a porter-cable dovetail jig and had to buy the Milescraft sub-base to make my router work with the jig. None of my issues though bring down my rating of the router. It is top notch and the 2 1/4 hp motor works well even with large 1/2 router bits and very hard woods like oak and maple.

## Features

- ROUTER'S 12-AMP MOTOR IS POWERFUL, AND IT INCLUDES ADJUSTABLE SPEED SETTINGS
- CONSTANT RESPONSE CIRCUITRY STABILIZES START-UP TORQUE
- ADJUSTABLE SPEED DIAL (8,000-25,000 RPM) ALLOWS USER TO SET THE OPTIMAL SPEED
- MICROFINE BIT-DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
- PLUNGE BASE
- ROUNDED HARDWOOD HANDLES MAXIMIZE USER CONTROL
- THREADED THREE-HOLE BASE PATTERN
- DUST-SEALED POWER SWITCH
- ONE-PIECE ARMATURE SHAFT
- 2 IN. SUB-BASE OPENING

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00005RHPD |
| Amperage | 12 Amps |
| Base Type | Fixed, Plunge |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Battery Description | None or Corded electric |
| Best Sellers Rank | #10,368 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #6 in Routers |
| Brand | Bosch |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,917) |
| Date First Available | April 1, 2004 |
| Description Pile | None or Corded electric |
| Finish | Brushed |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00000346318654 |
| Horsepower | 2.25 |
| Included Components | Router, 1/4 In. and 1/2 In. Self-Releasing Collet, 16 Mm. Shaft Wrench, 24 Mm. Collet Nut Wrench, Carrying Case |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 18.2 pounds |
| Item model number | 1617EVSPK |
| Manufacturer | Bosch |
| Material | Metal, Plastic |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 25000 RPM |
| Part Number | 1617EVSPK |
| Pattern | Kit |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 11.5"W x 11.6"H |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Size | 6 in |
| Special Features | plunge |
| Style | Industrial |
| Thickness | 11 Inches |
| UPC | 000346318654 |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Warranty Description | Limited 1 Year |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Bosch
- **Material:** Metal, Plastic
- **Power Source:** Corded Electric
- **Product Dimensions:** 11.5"W x 11.6"H
- **Voltage:** 120 Volts

## Images

![1617EVSPK 2.25 HP Combination Plunge- and Fixed-Base Router - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51-0KfldVxL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: if i were to mount this to a table, does this router provide a height adjustment from above the router table?**
A: Yes. The fixed base has a micrometer adjustment, which is a vernier type adjustment knob that can be adjusted in readable increments of 1/64". When mounted under a router table the adjustment knob can be accessed and turned with a adjustment key (an allen wrench screw, wrench with handle included) through a hole in the table. Your particular table most probably won't have the hole pre-drilled, so you will have to drill the hole yourself, which shouldn't be a big deal. Personally, I don't use the above table adjustment, because I want to be able to read the depth graduations on the dial as I make height adjustments. When I mount my router onto the table using it's base I always position the adjustment dial toward the front so that I can read the adjustments as I make them. I saw the other answer to your question where the author mentioned that a router used in a table should be at least 3HP. I disagree with this comment unless you are doing professional work and are using the router continuously. I've have gotten consistently good results while using this router at less than full speed as designated for rail and stile bit sets that I use. If you would be cutting into a hard wood like oak, you may not want to try to make a full depth cut on the first pass. I prefer to may multiple cuts through the depth of the cut with a final one removing no more than 10-15% of the total material being removed. This ensures that by taking a small cut as the last cut that you minimize bit chatter, hang-up and breakout, and that your results are smooth and consistent.

**Q: Is this product compatible with the bosch router table?**
A: While this router is compatible, I have not found it a pleasant experience. Mounting is a large pain and attempting to do depth control and other tasks proves difficult. If you have the time/resources, I would consider building your own.

**Q: I read in one of the reviews, (current review) this router comes with a kit including carrying case, circle jig and an edge guide.  Is this correct?**
A: Even today Oct 21, 2015, no circle jig, no edge guide, no RA1126 adapter (needed for Bosch RA-Series template guides (bad stuff)) and no RA1100 adapter (needed with the RA1126 adapter) to allow Porter Cable or other threaded template guides for use with this router, nor the RA1151 Router Subbase Centering Pin and Cone. If I had known that I would need an adapter for an adapter, I would have passed this brand by. Mea Culpa.

**Q: Why buy this one over the Dewalt 2.25hp kit? The Dewalt is $40 more, and usually Bosch is more expensive than Dewalt.**
A: I did some research, and read some reviews on the Bosch routers, and they were the most highly recommended of the routers. They were also top pick in Popular Mechanics Mag which finally convinced me to go with this brand.My Dad worked as a carpenter by trade for many years, and he has used Bosch, Dewalt, and a lot of other brands of routers, and power tools and he always had good things to say about Bosch routers. He had an older model that he bought 25+ years ago the burnt up beyond hope of repair last year and so I bought this one to replace it and he loves it!!! As I do.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A very good router for specific jobs due to it's design
*by M***K on June 28, 2023*

What is the key feature that makes this router especially useful for some tasks compared with others I own? It's the depth setting adjustment, shown at the left side of the first image. It covers a wide range with fairly granular control of the depth steps. Why is this useful to me? This current project is a good example- speaker cabinet front panels fabricated from hard rock maple ply. This is serious stuff for power tool woodworking, cabinet grade MDF is like butter or cardboard in comparison. So, it's pretty mandatory when doing a deep route to use a number of shallow steps and a slow feed. This fixture makes that very straight forward, and very repeatable when doing multiple routes of the same dimension (second image, routing cut outs in progress for the inner front panel of an LF module for a high end speaker system. It's easy to calibrate for a consistent starting point and getting very exact results for a number of operations. Now, no router I've found is the perfect router for every job. This Bosch tool is very well built, has excellent torque and speed control, and with the additional fixed base can handle a variety of jobs. Where some might find it lacking is having a comprehensive dust collection feature built in with a clear dust dust shield over the working area, like some DeWalt and Porter Cable 1/2" shank routers I own. But that same dust shield can limit the utility - specifically, the depot of plunge for the router, and the depth of cuts. Here, on this project, I'm working with 1-1/4" maple ply and 1-1/2" maple ply, and doing cuts between 1" and 1-1/4". This isn't possible with the routers featuring the dust collection and dust shields, because of the limit these place on plunge depth with multiple passes. This is why I tend to have multiple routers chosen and setup for specific jobs, and leave them that way once things are dialed in. I have three of the Bosch 1617EVS now for that reason... two with plunge base setup, one with fixed base. The other thing I have found very useful with this Bosch model is the accessory template guide adapter and templates. Here are pictures of the base with the template guide and a short adapter for 1/2" solid carbide spiral up cut bit installed, in the "baseline" position and extended. One of the 1617EVS is always setup with this adapter. What I find the fixed base configuration useful for is trim functions using follower bits of various types- from setting the rebate for a high frequency driver after boring the original hole with a Forstner bit, or trimming a side or inner route flush using a 1/2" shear trim bit. I have jobs for which this configuration works better than my 1/4" shank trim routers.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great router for the money!!!
*by T***R on February 22, 2013*

I bought this router in June of 2012 and have used it for several projects now and I think that it is truly a great router. The variable speed is great to have. The fact that the wrenches are drop forged instead of cheap sheet metal is a real plus. The molded hard case is top quality. The rough and fine height adjustment is great especially with ability to do it from above on a table (however a little warning... make sure you un-clamp the tension for the height adjustment first before fine tuning the height and I would also suggest if you are adjusting it while mounted to the table that you put your hand on the motor for weight support. The fine adjustment rod works by putting pressure against a small split ring on the adjustment rod. Too much pressure and the split ring pops off and is pretty much destroyed - this happened to me the first month- replacement rings only come from Bosch for about $.80 plus shipping and are difficult to reinstall. With proper support there has been no trouble) Being able to switch bases is great, in fact I also bought the under-table base also sold here on amazon (which is essentially another fixed base without the wooden handles) The design for removing the motor isn't real easy but can be done. Plunge base works spectacularly with stepped stops for quick change of plunge depths. Also a tip for router template users, standard router templates (porter-cable style) do not work with Bosch's sub-base. You either have to buy Bosch's templates or the Bosch template adapter, or Lowes sells a Milescraft sub-base with all the adapters needed. I bought a porter-cable dovetail jig and had to buy the Milescraft sub-base to make my router work with the jig. None of my issues though bring down my rating of the router. It is top notch and the 2 1/4 hp motor works well even with large 1/2 router bits and very hard woods like oak and maple.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ FINE TOOL
*by C***T on July 20, 2025*

BOSCH tools are superb tools. I have four of their routers and have never had issues. Each is OVERPOWERED for the job they do, and makes whatever bit they hold last forever. Some people complain about their weight. If you want a light weight tool, then buy a light tool.... but you get what you pay for. A heavy BOSCH usually means it will be with you pretty much forever, and you'll passing it along. Don't know about their service department because I've never had one break. The plunge capability allows me to cut mortises repeatedly.... given a super sharp blade, the process is effortless.

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