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Makita RF1101 2-1/4 HP Variable Speed Router | 
| Brand: Makita
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $315.00
Buy New: $188.99
You Save: $126.01 (40%)
Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 14821
Media: Tools & Hardware
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 7.1
Dimensions (in): 9 x 6 x 9.5
MPN: RF1101
Model: RF1101
UPC: 088381032568
EAN: 0088381032568
ASIN: B00004YN3N
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Variable speed (8,000 - 24,000 rpm) 2-1/2 hp router | | • | Electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load; soft start feature for smooth start-ups | | • | Rugged aluminum motor housing with small 3-1/4-inch diameter for easy handling; durable flat top design for stability when changing bits | | • | Includes 1/4 and 1/2-inch collets and 2 wrenches | | • | Tool is 8-3/4 inches tall and weighs 7.9 pounds; 1-year warranty |
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Product Description
11A Motor, 2-1/4" HP, Variable Speed, Router, Electronic Speed Control Maintains Constant Speed Even Under Load For Smooth Routing, Variable Speed 8,000 To 24,000 RPM, Rugged Aluminum Motor Housing With Small 3-1/4" Diameter, Sub Base Accepts Industry, Soft Start Feature For Smooth Start Ups, Industrial Cam Lock For Fast & Easy Depth Adjustment & Removal Of Motor, Includes 1/4" Collet, 1/2" Collet & 2 Wrenches.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 9 more reviews...
 solid, workman-like machine July 19, 2005
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I debated about whether to give this router 3 or 4 stars. It is a low-frills package but it does what it is supposed to with little fanfare. In a way that makes it an ideal tool. It is not as quiet as the Bosch or as powerful as the Porter Cable monsters, but it works. I use it in a duplicating carver application so it is subject to lots of dust and extended run-times and I have yet to have any issues. A solid machine at a good price, like most Makita stuff, if you can find it by itself. Makita is pretty much selling it only as a package with other things anymore.
Now, if only getting it from Amazon was as hassle-free...
 I think I'm in love! July 2, 2005
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
I'm an industrial electrician in my 40th year in the trades. I think I know power tools very well and when it came time for a new router I was sure it would be a PC, Milwaukee, Dewalt, or Bosch. As I read the reviews for each of them I was less and less impressed and not sure what to do. I went over and over the reviews and then looked at the Makita. I liked what others had said and experienced and took a chance and ordered it. Price was not a consideration and would have paid whatever it took to get the best router. As I use a lot of powertools in my job, I'm very picky when it comes to selection. I won't compromise or skimp when it comes to tools. So, I waited in great anticpation for the router's arrival. When it came I felt it really looked the part of a very well engineered tool.
The mechanism to raise and lower is fantastic. It immediately went to my router table and I was in business in just a few minutes. I decided to just jump right in and went straight to cutting 3/8 grooves in select red oak.(lots and lots of grooves)
I was so impressed with the soft start and the machines ability to slow down and speed up as I pushed the stock. (some pieces more than 6 feet long) So if you are looking for a real horse in the router department I think you'll be quite impressed. I am so pleased to report on such a well designed tool. Good luck,
Jerry England
 Repair shop again June 20, 2005
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
I was happy at first with this router but its now in the repair shop for a second time with the same problem. After 6 months it broke and was fixed under warranty, now after a year its broke again. I would spend the money and get the PC..........Its the variable speed control that keeps going out. I am only a weekend wood worker and donot use this tool on a regular basis.At this price I would expect this tool to last awhile longer.
Nice Router, but cannot align base February 3, 2005
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
I own both the Porter Cable 690 and the RF1101. I bought the RF1101 because of the poor locking mechanism on my "old" 690. The old PC690 uses the T-handle nut. I could not lock the 690 tight enough when I used it in my router table. The Porter Cable router would actually turn when I switched it on, thus changing the height. The RF1101 with it's better locking mechanism and soft start solved this problem. However, there are two items that I don't like about the RF1101. First, you cannot (easily) align the base. Mine is off by 1/32". I can align my PC 690 to within .01" in a few seconds. Second, the numbers on the scale ring are black on black. Try reading that under an enclosed router table. The PC 690 has white numbers. Not much of a complaint, but it is anoying. The "new" PC690 now has an improved locking mechanism, so it is on par with the RF1101. But Makita does make really good motors. It's a toss up, but I'm buying another PC690 for hand held template work since I know I can align the base.
bad base plate September 1, 2003
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
I have the "D" handle variant of this machine and the base plate does not have good alignment. The bottom plate is attached by three screws and they fit loosely and making the bottom plate concentric with the motor axis is nigh on impossible. If you need the router to line up precisely with a fence this will screw you up.For freehanding the router is great, the motor strong and quiet. The up and down mechanism could use some refinement, probably only tooo loose in the loose position.
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