The Porter-Cable 895PK gets our highest praises for it’s adjustability and ease of use. We think the 895PK has lots of consistent power that’s up to most any shop challenge. The router had no problem at all running the large bit even on a piece of somewhat hard yellow pine. We tested this router with several bits including a 3/4″ straight cutting bit and a 3 inch diameter door stile bit. Frankly unless you’re doing major production work you will likely never need more power. The 2-1/4 HP motor makes the 895PK a very well powered mid-sized router that’s likely to do most any project in the average shop. The storage case is well built and has lots of room for extra bits and accessories. This kit comes with some great features including the Model 75301 Height Adjuster that makes adjusting the depth of bit on router table applications much easier. Right out of the box the 895PK impressed us with all of it’s features, power and ease of use. Porter-Cable 895PK Multi-Base Router Review Motor transitions quickly between GripVac™ base (included), plunge base (included), and traditional spiral down bases (690 series).Collets included to accept 1/4″ and 1/2″ shank bits.Flat side on plunge base allows user to work in tighter spaces and provides a straight reference point.Sub-base centering gauge ensures router bit concentricity.Clear Lexan® sub-base provides improved durability and bit visibility.Rack and pinion adjustment provides fine depth settings to 1/128″ (fixed base only).Durable latch lever enables quick and simple coarse depth adjustments and motor release for transition between bases.Spindle lock feature allows for single wrench bit changes.Overmolded grips for greater comfort in extended use.Dual-position switch allows user to cut power while maintaining control of the router.Depth rod with 6-position adjustable turret enables stepped or repeated plunge cuts.Plunge base offers through-the-column dust collection for efficient dust removal and improved bit and cut-line visibility.Plunge base features machined brass bushings and steel guide rods for a smooth, free-flowing plunge stroke.Release the motor, adjust bit height and clamp the motor from above the router table with model #75301 kit (included).Variable-speed control feature (10,000 – 23,000 rpm) enables bit speed to be optimized for changing applications.Soft-starting, 12 Amp motor features full-time electronic feedback that maintains motor speed through the toughest applications.This router kit features the follow specifications: 895PK Multi-Base Router Kit Specifications This makes it very simple to change bases and benefit from a fixed base and plunge base in just a few moments time. This multi-base kit features a fixed-base and plunge-base that’s interchangeable with the router motor. Multi-Base router kits are perfect for DIY’ers and Professionals that want the flexibility of two routers built into one handy kit. So we were really excited to give this Porter-Cable router a good test drive. For as long as I can remember I’ve watched lots of talented carpenters pull out their Porter-Cable routers to create some impressive wood working pieces. The folks at Porter-Cable recently sent us the 2-1/4 HP Multi-Base Router Kit ( Model 895PK) to evaluate and review.
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