![]() Routers don’t usually spin on the way a non-braking circular saw or grinder does, but that little bit of time DeWalt saves you is a nice touch. Turning the router off, the electronic brake is very obvious. If you’re already used to that one, 25,500 doesn’t feel like as much of a drop. It’s not an issue of routing quality as much as that it’s simply not cutting as fast as some of the competition.ġ-1/4 HP corded models run a bit higher as well, spinning up around 30,000 RPM. Milwaukee’s M18 Fuel kicks things up even more to 31,000 RPM. That’s a little faster than Ridgid’s original cordless model (the Octane version is faster), but I noticed a significant difference when I swapped over to Makita’s 30,000 RPM model. I let some of the other guys in the shop use it and they like DeWalt’s diameter just fine. With my medium-sized hands, I prefer a smaller diameter – it’s one of the reasons I like DeWalt’s drills and impact drivers so much. The DeWalt cordless router has a thicker diameter than most of the others. It’s on the heavier side for cordless models, but it didn’t really bother us during testing. ![]() With a 5.0 Ah Tool Connect battery, the DeWalt DCW600 weighs 4.8 pounds and 3.4 bare. Like a circular saw, weight on a trim router isn’t a huge deal since it runs on top of your work surface. It’s particularly helpful on grooves, joining dados, and general freehand work where I want careful control over the depth. Unlike etched gauges, I can zero my bit after I install it and know exactly how deep I’m cutting without any additional math. After a few weeks of use, I’m still not convinced one system or the other is easier for me. It’s not unique but is different from thumb screw adjusters. ![]() The power switch has a flexible rubber dust cover over it to help keep debris from getting inside it.ĭeWalt goes for a quick release lever lock and adjustment ring for depth changes. There on no surprises on control placements – they’re below the battery where expect to find them. That motor is an all-metal design with electronic speed controls, a soft start, and an electronic brake. The brushless motor is a big part of the draw for this model, eliminating the need to replace carbon brushes while extending runtime and motor life.
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