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Milwaukee 2838-20 M18 FUEL 18V Cordless Brushless 1/2 in. Router, Variable Speed 12,000-25,000 RPM, 2.25 Peak HP, Tool Only with 1/2 in. & 1/4 in. Collets and Accessories
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Key item features
- Robust Motor: Powered by a POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor, it provides 2.25 peak HP, matching corded router power for clean and efficient hardwood cuts.
- Accurate Adjustments: Features a micro-adjust knob for precise 1/64” depth tuning and a macro-adjust button for swift changes across 2” fixed base travel.
- Variable Speed: A variable speed dial enables precise RPM adjustments from 12,000 to 25,000, optimizing bit speed for diverse applications and materials.
- Broad Compatibility: Includes ½” and ¼” collets for wide router bit shank compatibility, alongside a tool-free spindle lock for easy bit changes.
- Intelligent Protection: REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence ensures maximum performance and protects the tool from overloads, heating, and over-discharge.
- Versatile Accessories: Comes with dual-LED lights for workpiece illumination, an adjustable edge guide, template sub-base plate, and a universal hose adapter.
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Specs
Woodworking router type, Plunge
Brand, Milwaukee
Horsepower, 2.25 HP
Is variable speed, Y
Maximum speed, 25 rpm
Features, Brushless Motor
Woodworking router type
Plunge
Brand, Milwaukee
Brand
Milwaukee
Horsepower, 2.25 HP
Horsepower
2.25 HP
Is variable speed, Y
Is variable speed
Y
Maximum speed, 25 rpm
Maximum speed
25 rpm
Features, Brushless Motor
Features
Brushless Motor
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Product details
The Milwaukee 2838-20 M18 FUEL 18V Cordless 1/2 in. Router delivers powerful, controlled routing performance in a cordless design. Its brushless motor provides up to 2.25 peak horsepower, while the variable-speed dial allows adjustment from 12,000 to 25,000 RPM to match the speed to the demand of the application and material. The router accepts both 1/2 in. and 1/4 in. router bits, providing flexibility for a wide range of woodworking and routing tasks. A precision depth-adjustment system helps provide accurate cutting control, while dual LED lights illuminate the work area for improved visibility. The included edge guide provides additional control and versatility, while the 6 in. template base is designed to accept compatible guide bushings. For dust management, the included dust shroud and universal hose adapter allow connection to a variety of compatible vacuum systems. The 2838-20 includes the M18 FUEL 1/2 in. router, 1/2 in. collet, 1/4 in. collet, dust shroud, universal hose adapter, edge guide, template base, and two 1-1/16 in. wrenches. This is a tool-only configuration; M18 battery and charger are sold separately.
- POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor: Generates the power and torque of 2.25 peak HP corded routers for clean cuts in hardwood.
- REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence ensures maximum performance and protects from overloads, heating, and over-discharge.
- Micro-adjust knob offers precise depth tuning at 1/64” increments and the macro-adjust button provides fast adjustments throughout the 2” of total fixed base travel.
- Variable speed dial provides precise RPM adjustments from 25k to 12k to optimize bit speed to the application.
- Included ½” and ¼” collets for compatibility across common router bit shanks.
- Tool-free spindle lock provides easy bit changes with one 1-1/16" collet wrench
- Dual-LED lights illuminate the workpiece for greater application visibility in low light conditions.
- Included edge guide with micro and macro adjustments expand the versatility on the jobsite.
- Included templating 6” sub-base plate accepts 1-3/16” guide bushings.
- Part of the Milwaukee M18™ System, featuring over 200+ tools.
- Included universal hose adapter provides compatibility with a wide range of vacuum sizes.
- Compatible with the Milwaukee ½” Router Plunge Base and Guide Rail Adapter (Sold separately)
- Includes: 1x M18 FUEL ½” Router console, 1x fixed base, 1x 1/2 in. collet, 1x 1/4 in. collet, 1x 6 in. standard sub-base plate, 1x 6 in. template sub-base plate, 1x dust shroud, 1x universal hose adapter, 1x straight edge guide, 2x 1-1/16 in. wrenches.
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Specifications
Woodworking router type
Plunge
Brand
Milwaukee
Horsepower
2.25 HP
Is variable speed
Y
Warranty
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5 yr warranty on material and workmanship
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