A micro-fine depth adjustment ring lets you make precise depth changes in 1/64-inch increments.
Adjusts vertically to keep the switch or cordset where it should be.
Adjustable, tool-free steel motor cam locks make it easy to change the depth and base of the machine.
Quick-release motor latches make it easy to remove the motor pack so that you can change the bits and the base.
A clear, LEXAN sub-base lets you see the bits, and it can be used with standard template guide bushings from Amazon.com.
Using the DeWalt DW6183 D-Handle Base together with the DW616 and DW618 Routers, you can get more support and balance for better user comfort and control. This heavy-duty base is made of die-cast aluminum and has a precision-machined finish for long-term durability and performance. Quick-release motor latches make it easy to remove the motor pack for fast bit and base changes, so you can move from one application to the next quickly. A steel motor cam lock adds to the ease of base changes and promises quick, accurate depth adjustments. This lock adds more security and doesn’t require any tools to make changes.
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To turn off a tool with a sharp metal blade, you have to take your hand off of it. I don’t know why anyone would make a tool like this. Because most routers with less than 3 horsepower are built this way. This solves that problem. There is a D-handle on the router that makes it easier and safer to use. You can also lock and unlock the trigger without taking your hands off of the router, so you don’t have to move your hands. The base is just as stable as the base that came with the machine, but I find it much more comfortable when I do a lot of cutting on the edges. If you’re not used to routers or are still learning how to use them, this is a great way to start. If I had known about this handle sooner, I would have tried it a long time ago. The DeWalt router was the third of the five I have that I would reach for when I needed to cut along the edges. Since this base was added, it’s my favorite. This handle also makes it easier to cut dados, which is what this tool does.
