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The mfr calls it a palm router. The key point is the small size of the router, not it's brand.
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mike
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Is it possible to install a 1/2" collet on my Boschpalm router?

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Tester101
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My Bosch router only has a 1/4" collet, but this router bit I want has Is it possible to install a 1/2" shaft. Is a new collet possibleon my Bosch router?

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My Bosch router only has a 1/4" collet, but this router bit I want has a 1/2" shaft. Is a new collet possible?

I initially bought a router (this router) for some door hinge mortising. Now I need to route a few 1"x1" channels in some MDF. The 1" x 1 1/4" bit I need has a 1/2" shaft, but the collet on my router is only 1/4". Here are my questions:

  • Can I get a new collet that supports a larger bit?
  • If I can, should I? I guess I am thinking about torque and my router's engine here. enter image description here