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This 3-1/4 HP variable speed router from Porter Cable has an electronic 5-speed control that ranges from 10,000-21,000 RPM! 15 Amp motor provides the power and durability necessary for the toughest applications. Kit includes router motor, fixed base, 1/2" collet, collet wrench, and operating manual.
- Versatile, electronic five-speed motor with 10,000, 13,000, 16,000, 19,000, and 21,000 rpm settings accommodates various router bit cutting diameters and applications
- Soft-start feature reduces torque at start-up and motor maintains constant speed under load
- Auto-release collet system allows for easy bit removal after use
- Precision machined aluminum motor housing and base
- Dust-sealed switch and sealed ball bearing construction enhance tool durability
- Base includes large integrated cast handles for enhanced stability and durability
| Product Specifications |
| Power: |
120 VAC, 60 Hz |
| Horsepower: |
3-1/4 HP |
| Amps: |
15 A |
| Speed: |
RPM |
| Motor Diameter: |
4.2" |
| Collets: |
1/2" |
| Base: |
7" Round |
| Length: |
11" |
| Width: |
7" |
| Height: |
11" |
| Weight: |
14.5 lbs. |
What's in the Box:
One Porter Cable 3-1/4HP Five-Speed Router Kit: router motor, fixed base, 1/2" collet, collet wrench, and operating manual
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Customer Reviews and Photos for:
Porter-Cable Speedmatic 3-1/4 HP Five-Speed Router (7518)
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Average Rating:
5.0
(9 customer reviews)
$349.00
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1) Submitted by
Keith, from Longwood, FL
on 10/30/2009
Customer Rating:
I purchased the Porter Cable 7518 and a Mast R Lift to replace the M12V Hitachi router in my router table. I could not be happier with the router. I thought it might be a bit top heavy but was amased at how balanced it was. The reason for the relpacement was the ease of adjusting the router bit with the Mast R Lift.
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2) Submitted by
Jane Anderson, from Pawtucket, RI
on 1/27/2013
Customer Rating:
I have the 7518 motor mounted in my table. It's a bit too powerful for me to handle as a hand held router but it really excels as a table router. I can't see using any other for a full size table. It works any stock handily. I've had zero issues with this router. My only negative, and it's not really that big a negative is the noise. This router is loud. I find it especially irritating because to my ears, it has a particularly higher pitch ring in the general noise it makes. I had it checked out to be sure the motor was okay, and the router is fine. I seem to have sensitive ears so good hearing protection is a must with this particular router. It's a excellent router, just loud.
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3) Submitted by
Katherine Morris, from San Antonio, TX
on 6/7/2009
Customer Rating:
I bought this router for the table, I later added the JessEm Mast-R-Lift, both are the best. I routed over a 1000 feet of 1x2 poplar for cabient doors running for hours it never missed a lick in a closed table, I ran a 2 inch and 1-1/2 inch dust ports on it and blew it out and off with my porter air compressor after each use, it still like new. I wish I had a second one to use when doing doors so the set up never had to be adjusted but with the JessEm lift it was very easy.
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4) Submitted by
Ken Andrews, from Grafton, WI
on 11/18/2008
Customer Rating:
PC 7518 fit the lift perfect. I have two of these routers and they are great, With one in the table and one for free hand work, now the one in the table stays there.
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5) Submitted by
James J. Kennedy, from West Mifflin, PA
on 5/19/2007
To alleviate the problem of dust or fine saw dust, I use dry compressed air from my air compressor. I usually blow out the wood chips every week or two and the router runs like new.
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6) Submitted by
Robert Gemmill, from Millsboro, DE
on 3/18/2007
The 7518 Router is one powerful machine. I have had it under my router table for some time. The only draw back is the accumulation of wood dust gets into the grooves of the up and down housing and it takes quite a while to break it loose. The motor itself is all scored because of this. I have a 4" connection to a dust collector and it still clogs up.
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7) Submitted by
Gregory Dillman, from Apple Valley, CA
on 11/6/2011
Customer Rating:
Fantastic Porter & Cable 3 1/4 HP Router! I recycled an old De Walt Radial Arm Saw Stand to accommodate my new router and Rockler Table Top. Now I need a Rockler, & Porter & Cable emblem to attach to the front with the De Walt Sign!
Recycled stand
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