The Porter-Cable 1.75 HP Fixed Base Router Kit is a reliable and versatile router system that was designed to match your woodworking needs. With its 11 Amp motor that delivers 27,500 RPM, you have the power to tackle tough materials. The router features precision-machined, aluminum motor housing, a base and a micrometer depth-of-cut adjustment that is accurate to 0.0078 in.
- Includes a router motor and base, 1/4 in. collet, 1/2 in. collet, collet wrenches, carrying case and operator manual
- Under-table stop to prevent the motor from rotating out of the base
- Collect system for automatic bit removal after use
- Lever-release height adjustment
- 100% sealed, ball bearing construction
- Over-molded grips for greater comfort during extended use
- 3-year limited manufacturer warranty
- 1-year free service contract with Porter-Cable
- 90-day money-back guarantee
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Juanita Nolan (verified owner) –
Liked that it came with 2 sizes of collets.
Bernadine Langworth (verified owner) –
Purchased instore, used an older Black N Decker hand me down router prior that had to be from the 80s, of course B&D is parent company to Porter Cable now, and set up of router out of box was easy, quick, and painless. The height adjustment was simple and the performance was solid on cutting material with straight bits and round overs on 1x 4 to 4×4’s was excellent for the price point. Only issue was (as other reviewer mentioned) was the collet and bit replacement was strenuous, after second use, the collet bolts were locked, spent 45 mins with supplied wrenches, WD40, clamps and bench vise, to no avail, now maybe mine was a lemon, but the frustration and lack of productivity is reason for 3 star review. Even had a neighbor who is a mechanic come by to give the collet/bit a whirl to release to no avail, ended up needing to use longer mechanic’s open ended wrenches with a pipe for more torque, your old fashion breaker bar to release nut. The expierience caused me to return during the 90day full money back period and recieved cash and ended up buying the DeWalt 618PK 2.25 HP fixed/plugne combo, HD – price matched amazon reducing the $231.99 online price to Amazon’s 197.99 and only had to pay for shipping, the DeWalt is so much quieter and only requires one wrench for collet and bit changes, much more pleased with that tool and comes with variable speed adjustment, same Porter Cable Warranty which was a big plus over the Milwaukee and Bosch that were similar features and price point ($200-$240 range) typically I have always been a Milwaukee cordless and coreded power tool owner, but have been satisfied with the DeWalt, once again my PC Router may have been the lemon in store, but the pure frustration caused me to spend a few extra $$$ to get the upgrade and hats off to Home Depot for great customer service instore on the return and online in getting the non-inventoried DeWalt 2.25 HP Router, quick delivery time too, only a 3 day delay from return instore to receiving UPS’d new DeWalt, as told be a tool expert, Black N Decker, Porter Cable, DeWalt in that order of quality and craftsman ship, pay the few extra bucks you wont be disappointed.
Lorenzo Spencer (verified owner) –
Works very well. Strong motor and cuts well even with cheap bits.
Ima Ziemann (verified owner) –
works very well
Janessa Weber (verified owner) –
I did not rate this router high because it limits the size of the bits and still be able to use the safety plate. Fortunately for me, one of the better informed clerks advised me on how to make it work by making my own safety plate out of plexiglass. I am glad he was working that day.
Henri Swift (verified owner) –
Porter-Cable tools are among the finest I have used in many years of construction experience.Although many brands have improved over the years, this remains my favorite, go-to brand and router
Dusty Keebler (verified owner) –
My fifth router, 4th like this. Not sure if I like ht. adjustment lock yet or not. Plenty of power for what it will be used for.
Brandy Bradtke (verified owner) –
Smooth and built solid. I replaced a craftsman that I had had for quite a few years. No comparison! You can feel the difference before you even take the shipping plastic off. Great router!
Jewel Grimes (verified owner) –
This router is a direct descendant of the old Rockwell stainless steel. Easy to set up and operate, and is a workhorse for the home wood shop.
Larissa Pollich (verified owner) –
I bought my Porter Cable Router to replace my old Craftsmen. I Iike the size and weight and it is queiter and smoother handling than my old router. My Craftsman came a work light that this one doesn’t have.
Orin Wiegand (verified owner) –
This is a powerful router, yet easy to handle.
Theresia Ankunding (verified owner) –
It is an awsome router. Work like a charm and the adapter for 1/2 inch bit save. the day. Recommend this product. Easy to work with and is plug and fun!
Catherine Streich (verified owner) –
I have used Porter Cable routers for a lot of years. always a great product and never a problem. I use in commercial woodworking so definitely built to hold up
Jaiden Fahey (verified owner) –
good power and easy to use. Would give it an excellent if it had a trigger switch on the handle.
Coby Stehr (verified owner) –
Good Router , powerful and smooth. However the bottom plate on it is not big enough to except some of the larger router bits. I was able to take a hole saw and make the opening larger so that I can use the larger bits but cutting on a brand new router is not something I liked doing.
Junior Nicolas (verified owner) –
It is working great
Bette Witting (verified owner) –
I’m a DIY homeowner and my wife picked up my Porter Cable 698 Router table mint condition at a garage sale yesterday for $10 (originally $120 ). This fixed base router fits right on under. This did NOT come with any bolts to mount it, but the manual for the table says the exact size and length of screws to use. It also comes with 2 wrenches for installing and removing the router bits, 2 sized chucks, and in a hard case with a manual about the size of a fold out map of the U.S. You can download the PDF manual from the Porter Cable website if you want too.
Elisa Flatley (verified owner) –
Works like its supposed to, nice smooth work, easy cleanup. (Need ear protection and eye)
Remington O’Keefe (verified owner) –
Great product it worked,