Collet sizes

[ken whiklo]

So received my CNC machine along with a Bosch 1617EVS router. Bosch does not make a 1/8" collect for this router. Found a company in Colorado that does. Does this sound like a good idea? All comments are welcome.

[mtylerfl]

Sounds like a good idea if you want to use 1/8” diameter bits. If not, then it’s a bad idea.

[highpockets]

Don't have the Bosh router, but I have 1/8", 1/4", 3mm & 6 mm Amana collet reducers.

[ken whiklo]

Don't have the Bosh router, but I have 1/8", 1/4", 3mm & 6 mm Amana collet reducers.

Is the collet reducer good enough?

[highpockets]

Yes, if you buy quality reducers. Been using them for years. More than likely as you get into CNCing you'll get a collection of Imperial as well as Metric cutters. Don't use try and mix Metric reducers with Imperial cutters or vise versa.

[Steve Misher]

Precise Bits.com
They make collets for Bosch 1617EVS router!
I have them and there doesn't seem to be any runout with them. You can get almost any collet you will need.

[Jim_in_PA]

Precision collet bushings can do the job for sure, but if you have the option of a native collet in the size you need, that's always going to perform the best, IMHO. It's "one less piece" of stuff that can be affected by a spot of dust or wear.

[Samson]

Here you go...

https://www.precisebits.com/products/eq ... 0&filter=1