Harbor Freight Bauer 6.5 Amp Compact Router Setup and Review Trim Router
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
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Harbor Freight Bauer 6.5 Amp Compact Router Setup and Review Trim Router
the proper way to grab this router is close to the base not the top of it . the only way you were able to do this cut it was because the edge guide. putting your hand on top puts unnecessary pressure on the base that's why all the scratches on the base with just a single pass . putting your hand on the top also suffocates the router. I did get good info on been able to thigh properly by using the second wrench Thank you.
Bought one today for $35. Great video. Never used one.
I had one in my hand today at HF and was going to buy it, but I wanted to see reviews on it first. This would be perfect for me being I'm a newbie and I never owned one. I'll pick it up tomorrow , plus it was on sale. Thanks!
@Michael DeQuatro - Glad you found the video helpful - Thanks for subscribing!
I just picked mine up today with black friday sale and even got an extra 10% off as the box was damaged. Can't wait to try it out. Watching your video partially motivated me to pick it up.
@Lenny Branz - Glad you found the video useful - this is a nice router, I am sure you will be happy with it - thanks for Subscribing!
That is soft Start. Not a speed issue.
I went through 3 of these routers this spring (2023). They all had bad bearings near the collet that heated the unit up to the point that I couldn't hold it and the glue on the rubber grip pads softened up and let go. Took about 45 seconds to get that hot. I actually returned the last one so fast it was still too hot to touch when they checked it at the counter.
What were you doing with it? Sounds like you need a full size router for what you need.
@@ericnightmare2695 They were literally sitting on the bench with no load. Just spinning away cooking their own bearing grease. Funny you'd comment on this now, I actually bought the *new and improved* Hercules trim router two days ago and wouldn't ya know it, that one did the same thing.
I got one it's OK for quick and easy simple stuff if you need the real thing you'll be getting a higher end one
you will need a router with more power, like a 11 amp drill master - this is a trim router, meant to trim counter laminate and other very light work, see a comparison of HF routers - ua-cam.com/video/GCb_BEMysZs/v-deo.html - thanks for subscribing!
Ours is labelled Trim Router. Same machine except for that and the cord is only 8 in long. Maybe it's my small hands but I find the ergonomics on it aren't great. No comfortable place to hold it. Works equally well for either left or right hand though. For the money it is a fine little machine.
I use this a lot, and as a trim router, Its a good router within its intended uses - Thanks for subscribing!
The warning not to touch the metal part is because the cord has no ground, so if a worn cord or any internal AC touches the metal case, possibly even if you aren't grounded, for sure if you are.
I was in disbelief seeming this as UL requires grounded cord if there is a metal case. I see Makita has a similar design, Bosch has similar but the bottom metal is attached to a plastic upper where the AC is. Looks like Bower may do that too but Bosch has motor fully covered in plastic, Bower looks to be halfway covered. Im an Electrical engineer with 48 years experience and 8 yrs US Navy as Reactor Operator in Submarines and this seems like a not so safe design, but I haven't seen the internals so can't say its wrong. Does it say "UL Approval" on the box or VDE? VDE is the UL of Germany. Good review thank you
Thanks for the info and thanks for Subscribing!
Thanks I just purchased one. Can’t wait to play with it.
Good choice! Thanks for Subscribing!
It may have been "rocking" due to hold the router too high. I'm pretty sure that it can be held on to safely by the adjustable sleeve.
it was rocking because of the narrow base, I use this model in a cnc, take off the base the cylinder shape is perfect to mount in a CNC, its really a trim router, and I have other trim routers, so a good use for it, for me anyway, but it works great, I just have to be slow and careful to keep it from rocking
Was the "speed issue" slow start?
It's called soft start
Well done sir! Well done! Thank you. Love my little router!
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thank you a good review. Question, it seemed a little sluggish running the bit. Is that s or just me maybe. Thanks again
it is a beefy trim router, so it doe snot have as much power as a regular router, but better performance than most trim routers - but I did not have any problems using it, although I do have to cut a little slower with some woods, I am happy with it, but I use my other routers for heavy duty use, or for extended use - thanks for subscribing!
I just got one on Friday for $60. I'm looking for collet set for it, I'll be mounting it on my CNC machine soon. :)
It a good choice for CNC, I am also looking for collet adapters, please post an update when you find any that work ok - what CNC do you have?
@@snapwholeharborfreightreviews I built my own CNC, I also built a laser cutter but I think the CNC for wood working is the best option. I'll will keep you posted if I find a collet.
Thx!
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thanks for the breakdown
Welcome - Thanks for subscribing!
I tried to use mine for a cut out yesterday but it did not want to cut. Did you notice the tool not wanting to cut without the use of a lot of force?
I have not experienced that issue, but it sounds like the router bit is the cause of that behavior, did you try it with other router bits and have the same issues? thanks for subscribing!
@@snapwholeharborfreightreviews Must have been the bit 🤷♂️
I just have the warrior super cheap trim router now. Think I’m going to upgrade to this one. Are you still liking it after a year?
I still like and use it, its an upgrade to the warrior, which is a copy of the drill master, this one is more powerful and the metal base is going to last longer - thanks for subscribing!
Great video! Did you end up successfully mounting this for cnc?
I have the drill master trim router mounted and have not mounted this one yet, waiting for the weather to cool off, my shop does not have airconditioning ! I'll post an update - Thanks for subscribing!
How do u open the hole for the bit
I am assuming you are having trouble with the collet compressing around a bit and not expanding back after you remove the bit ? if so, you can either force a bit back into the collet to expand it back out (not recommended) or use a knife blade to pry the each slot a tiny bit and with very very light force, the collet is very easy to break by prying too hard or too much - if my assumption is not correct, please provide more information for clarification - thanks for subscribing!
i have to wait till they go on sale... bummer...
thats the bad part of the bauer line, no 20 % coupons - but they are great tools, Thanks for subscribing!
@@snapwholeharborfreightreviews exactly....
Is this big enough for car audio wood jobs.
This router will do anything a big router will do, but will require more attention to detail and patience to go slow, that being said, if you have anything doubts, I recommend the plunge chicago electric router, not much more in cost and has more power, a larger base, and will do plunge cuts better - Thanks for subscribing!
@@snapwholeharborfreightreviews thanks
No dust collection?
most router don't have dust collection, or if they do, its not very effective, on a trim router, its even worse, no room.....
Thanks!!!! You should have more views for sure there missing out
Just bought one
Thanks for the Positive comment - I like this router and use mine alot - Thanks for Subscribing! - the more subscribers, the more youtube shows my videos!
One question? The base to get cut depth they don’t have a little window to see the measurements they have set so im assuming it’s the top of the metal before the collet. I put in a hingmate bit so maybe it’s longer and it’s throwing me off
What is the spindle diameter for the Bauer?
spindle diameter or router bit size it will take?
@@snapwholeharborfreightreviews spindle diameter
@@TheSheerkan sorry for the delay, I though I had answered this - 10mm - Thanks for subscribing!
I think you're asking the same thing I would like to know. What's the diameter of the barrel of the tool that fits inside the base? I'm hoping it's 69mm like the dewalt.
Rarely use mine over 3 for carving
I have several full size routers, so I use this one as a utility router, I have plans to install it in my CNC machine, but haven't found the time - thanks for subscribing!
dont like it ,
it needs a clear base for you to see what your doing
HF calls it a compact router, but its really intende to be a trim router, typically trim routers do not come with many options - thanks for subscribing!
U can make a clear base. Even Makitas have black bases. Alot of routers do. I've got this and made a clear base for it also the Makita and Dewalt trim routers also.
@@scraplifetrashtocash4551 i did make a clear base for both routers