Questions and Answers for Makita 6.5 Amp 1-1/4 HP Corded Fixed Base Variable Speed Compact Router with Quick-Release

A:  "Thank you for your question on the RT0701C router. The router uses only a 1/4 inch collet. This tool comes with the following accessories. (1) Trimmer Base (196613-4) (1) 1/4"" Collet (763637-1) (1) Straight Guide (122965-7) (1) Spanner Wrench (781039-9) (1) Spanner Wrench (781011-1)"

A:  Thank you for your question on the RT0701C router. No, this router does not come with a case. However, you can purchase an interlocking case, for your storage needs. Part number 197213-3.

A:  Thank you for your question on the RT0701C. Makita does not recommend using this tool on applications other than those specifically designed for.

A:  Thank you for your question on the RT0701C router. This tool has a 1/4 collet for a shank of max capacity of a 1/4 inch.

A:  1/4 inch shank

A:  It is 65mm. It is the identical router made under the label for Carbide 3D called"Carbide ER-11 Compact Router" which I have. https://shop.carbide3d.com/products/er11-compact-router?variant=39388534669373

A:  Thank you for your question on the RT0701C routers. Unfortunately, this is not a published spec that we have available.

A:  You can use a variety of bits, up it, compression - down it, bullnose bits up to and including green bowl cut bits in sizes of 1/4.  It is a versatile router that has been used with Cuc machines as well as a hand router.  

A:  Thank you for your question on the RT0701C this tool uses a collet of 1/4 and a 1/4 inch Shank.

A:  Thank you for your question on the RT0701C router. This tool only accepts 1/4 inch shanks with a 1/4 inch collet.

A:  Thank you for your question on the RT0701C Compact Router. This router work well with all wood applications. Please make sure to have the correct bit and accessories when working

A:  No

A:  Any brand should fit. I have switched out different brands and they all work and fit.

A:  I had the same problem with other 1/4in shank bits you can try using a 1/4in Ryobi collet on your Makita see if that works.

A:  Thank you for your question on the RT0701C router. This compact router comes equiped with a 1/4 collet cone, (1) 1/4" Collet (763637-1).

A:  I have this router and use the Ryobi bits. For reference I use bit kit part number, A25RS51. Search for that and you’ll be confident they will work perfectly. 

A:  Ryobi bits work fine, and it's 1/4

A:  No it is not you can adjust the depth of the cut in increments but you cannot plunge cut.

A:  It is not a plunge router, and AFAIK there is no accessory to make it one.  You would have to lower it into the work piece manually

A:  Thank you for your question. Please take a look at RT0701CX7. this kit comes with a plunge base that's needed to safely perform plunge routing.

A:  It is not. You need to purchase an additional base.