SIP 01478 Router Review

The SIP 01478 Router is robust, durable and up to the task. It provides power all day long via its 1500 watt motor, delivering a substantial 2hp for lasting performance. It is great for all those intricate woodworking tasks and is loved both in the professional trade and by DIY hobbyists alike.

Variable speed allows you to choose which mode is best suited to your application. Fast, slow or gentle, this router can accomodate it. The 01478 is actually a plunge router, which if you werent already aware, means you can preset the cutting depth, sit it straight onto the workpiece and then lower it into the surface. It is typically suited to intricate work and can route the centre of a workpiece as well as the edges.

At Toolstop we stock the 240V SIP 01478 Router which comes complete with 6 Bits, 3 Collets and a Carry Case. You can shop this model here!

The range of accessories for this model is never ending. You can shop all router accessories available at Toolstop here.

Is the 01478 the Best SIP Router? Well, it certainly is up there! The parallel guide fence included with this tool ensures precise and accurate routing every time. It operates between 9000 and 27000 RPM and has a maximum plunge depth of 52mm. Satisfied customers said: "I used this router straight away, it is great for any job that I’ve thrown at it. Very easy to use and very accurate for a router that is so competitively priced!".

It even has built in dust extraction. This helps keep your workpiece clean for an even more accurate routing experience, as well as simply keeping the job site safe and free from dust. Its collet sleeve fits 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" router bits, giving you complete versatility for all professional tasks. Watch our video on this popular plunge router: