Bosch Trim Router GLF55-25 4.3 Amp 33000 RPM 1/4 Inch Collet Fixed Base Compact (0.7 HP Palm Hand Laminate Edge Wood Trimmer Tool)
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Bosch GLF55-25 4.3 Amp 33,000 RPM 1/4 Inch Compact Laminate Trim Router
The Bosch GLF55-25 4.3 Amp Compact Fixed-Base Laminate Trim Router operates as a high-speed woodworking power tool engineered for precise edge forming, flush trimming, and hinge mortising across cabinetry and countertop fabrication. Driven by a 4.3 Amp (0.7 HP max) motor running at 33,000 RPM, this palm-grip hand router features a 1/4-inch collet chuck, a rack-and-pinion micro-fine depth adjustment mechanism, a transparent sub-base plate, and a net tool weight of 3.1 pounds. Designed for one-handed operation on hardwood, softwood, veneer, and plastic laminate materials, this compact trimmer includes a parallel guide, roller guide, template guide, and vacuum dust extraction adapter to execute clean radius profiles without tear-out.
Best Used For:
- Flush Trimming Plastic Laminates & Veneers: Trimming overhanging laminate edges flush with countertop substrate bases using the included roller guide and 1/4-inch flush trim bit.
- Cabinet Hinge Mortising & Template Routing: Sinking clean door hinge mortises and duplicating custom woodwork shapes using the 10mm template guide and micro-fine rack-and-pinion depth system.
- Radius Edge Forming & Wood Profiling: Shaping decorative round-overs, chamfers, and bevels on solid hardwood trim panels using one-handed palm-grip guidance.
Key Performance & Safety Features
- High-Speed 33,000 RPM 4.3 Amp Motor: Delivers continuous high-velocity bit rotation to ensure smooth, burn-free edge profiles through hard woods and plastic laminates.
- Rack and Pinion Micro-Depth Adjustment: Precision front-mounted adjustment dial enables smooth, exact vertical bit depth settings up to 1-5/8 inches.
- Transparent Clear-View Sub-Base: High-visibility clear sub-base plate floods the workpiece cut path with ambient light for clear line-of-sight tracking.
- Slim Ergonomic Palm-Grip Barrel: Lightweight 3.1-pound structural housing allows for comfortable, low-fatigue one-handed tool guidance along long board edges.
- Integrated Vacuum Extraction Port: Included dust adapter attaches to shop vacuum hoses to pull wood shavings directly away from the rotating bit.
- Included Multi-Guide Attachment Suite: Ships complete with parallel guide, roller guide, and 10mm template guide to handle straight edges, curves, and pattern routing.
What's Included
- (1) Bosch GLF55-25 4.3 Amp Laminate Trim Router Body
- (1) 1/4" Collet Chuck Assembly
- (1) Straight Parallel Edge Guide Attachment
- (1) Roller Guide Attachment
- (1) 10mm Template Guide Collar
- (1) Vacuum Extraction Dust Hose Adapter
- (2) Collet Service Spanner Wrenches
Technical Specifications
| Brand Manufacturer | Bosch |
| Model Number SKU | GLF55-25 |
| Motor Amperage Capacity | 4.3 Amps |
| Voltage Input Supply | 120V AC Standard Power |
| Maximum Horsepower Output | 0.7 HP Max Tool Output |
| No-Load Dynamic Speed Rate | 33,000 RPM |
| Collet Capacity Diameter | 0.250 in. (1/4 in.) |
| Router Base Configuration | Fixed-Base Compact Hand Router |
| Fixed-Base Depth Adjustment Range | 1.625 in. (1-5/8 in.) |
| Base Sub-Plate Length | 3.9 in. (99.0 mm) |
| Base Clearance Opening Diameter | 2.5625 in. (2-9/16 in.) |
| Tool Physical Dimensions | 3.5 in. L x 3.5 in. W x 7.4 in. H |
| Net Dry Tool Weight | 3.1 lbs. (1.40 kg) |
| Dust Collection Compatibility | Yes (Vacuum Hose Adaptor Included) |
Pro-Tip: When trimming delicate plastic laminate edges, feed the router counter-clockwise around the outer perimeter of your workpiece. Maintaining a consistent left-to-right feed direction against the high 33,000 RPM bit rotation prevents the bearing pilot from climbing, ensuring smooth, chip-free cuts along custom countertop edges.
