Bosch has released a new 2.3 HP router. The MR23EVS router series has a handful of new features that look quite promising. It has trigger controlled power switches on both the fixed and plunge bases, something Bosch is claiming to be a first. The routers also feature LED lighting that is ‘always-on’. I’m curious if that means they’re always on whenever the router is plugged in, or just when the router is on. Hopefully they’re on their own switch. Bosch’s ‘Constant-Response’ circuitry claims to maintain a constant speed under load, which will be beneficial for getting high quality cuts. The plunge base also features a micro-fine adjustment mechanism, although it doesn’t appear to be adjustable from the bottom for easy table mounting. The new series of routers run from 10,000-25,000 RPM, and have both 1/4″ and 1/2″ collets. Three flavors will be available, the MRF23EVS fixed base, the MRP23EVS plunge base, or the MRC23EVSK which has both. The kit runs about $300, and is available now.
Source: Bosch