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GKF 18V-8 Professional
Cordless Palm Router
Flagship 18V palm router: Maximum power and accessory compatibility with top-of-the-line features, for unrivalled versatility.
- The most compact height of any 18V palm router, for reduced top heaviness and excellent tool control
- Best-in-class dust collection and accessory compatibility, thanks to purpose-built surface and edge routing vacuum adaptors, and the markets broadest range of optional palm routing accessories
- Fine depth adjustment, hands-free spindle lock, and dual L.E.D lights to satisfy the most demanding professional's needs
Functions & key features
with Parallel guide (2 608 000 331)
0 601 6C2 070
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with Parallel guide (2 608 000 331)
Order number: 0 601 6C2 070
Buy nowIncluded in all variants
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Parallel guideOrder number: 2 608 000 331
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Edge routing dust extraction adapterOrder number: 2 608 190 062
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Surface routing dust extraction adapterOrder number: 2 608 190 061
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Wrench 17 mmOrder number: 2 609 110 438
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Chip shieldOrder number: 2 608 190 065
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Collet with nut 1/4"Order number: 2 608 570 142
Your Selection
in L-BOXX 136 with Parallel guide (2 608 000 331)
Order number: 0 601 6C2 071
Buy nowIncluded in all variants
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Parallel guideOrder number: 2 608 000 331
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Edge routing dust extraction adapterOrder number: 2 608 190 062
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Surface routing dust extraction adapterOrder number: 2 608 190 061
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Wrench 17 mmOrder number: 2 609 110 438
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Chip shieldOrder number: 2 608 190 065
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Collet with nut 1/4"Order number: 2 608 570 142
Additional in this variant
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L-BOXX 136Order number: 1 600 A01 2G0
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L-BOXX inlayOrder number: 1 600 A03 51W
Technical data
The most important data
Battery voltage
18.0 V
No-load speed*
10,000 – 30,000 rpm
Weight excl. battery*
1.1 kg
Packaging dimensions (width x length x height)
92 x 95 x 168 mm
Compatible collet diameters
6 mm, 8 mm, 1/4''
* You can find more information about the deviations in the following link:
GKF 18V-8 Professional: Further information
Product Highlights
Combining the benefits a high-end feature set, powerful brushless motor, and compatibility to a wide range of accessories that satisfy all aspects of palm routing, from light edge profiling to more demanding surface routing tasks.
Equipment & Application
This 18V palm router has the most compact height on the market to minimise top-heaviness and maximise tool control, hands-free spindle lock for hassle-free bit changes, and a fine cutting depth adjustment that places a superior routing experience in the palm of your hand.
Additional Information
In addition, the GKF 18V-8 is the world's only 18V palm router with purpose-built surface and edge routing vacuum adaptors, providing highly efficient dust collection in all situations.