Factory-Reconditioned Porter-Cable 557R Professional Plate Joiner Kit
by Porter Cable
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Product Details
Manufacturer: Porter CableModel: 557R
Accessories:
- Black & Decker WM225 Workmate 225 450-Pound Capacity Portable Work Bench
- Triton SJA200 Superjaws Workbench
- Porter-Cable 5553 No. 20 Biscuits (1,000-Pack)
- Porter Cable 5563 Face Frame Plate Size FF Joiner Biscuits, 175 Per Tube
Description of Factory-Reconditioned Porter-Cable 557R Professional Plate Joiner Kit
This review refers to the new model of this tool. This is a reconditioned power tool. Reconditioned generally means that the tool has been returned to the manufacturer, who brings the tool back to like-new condition. Some tools may contain cosmetic blemishes. Reconditioned tools come with the same warranty as their new counterparts.Though this Porter-Cable tool is priced higher than comparable DeWalt and Makita models, the 557 is Amazon.com's top-selling plate joiner. Its success is perhaps due to its very powerful 7-1/2 amp motor--the largest in the industry--which turns the blade at 10,000 rpm and does an excellent job of making clean cuts in any kind of wood. As well as cutting slots for the standard no. 0, 10, and 20 biscuits, Porter-Cable's joiner features an exclusive, full-thickness, FF biscuit developed especially for cabinet face frames. Another unique feature of the Porter-Cable joiner is the 2-inch blade (included), which is small enough to make cuts in stock as narrow as 1-1/2 inches. We found the microheight adjustment works well, allowing for precise biscuit placement. The tool is well balanced and comfortable to use.
Tools and Hardware Reviews of Factory-Reconditioned Porter-Cable 557R Professional Plate Joiner Kit
Customer Review: A great Plate Joiner
Summary: 5 Stars
A great tool. I have made table tops, cabinets, and frames using the PC Plate joiner. I believe the fence is the best on the market. The fence angles both directions so you can cut slots dead center in frames and box corners. The fence adjustments are easy and accurate because of the screw adjustment. I comes with 2 cutter heads, one for #0-#20 and one for FF (face frame). The small one is very useful for joining the rails and stiles on face frame cabinets. It may cost a little more, but well worth the price difference. You can't go wrong with this one.
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