Customer Reviews

Porter-Cable 42999 1/4-Inch Self Releasing Collet

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Unfortunately, the Porter Cable 7518 router only includes a 1/2" collet. This 1/4" self-releasing collet allows the woodworker who already purchased 1/4" bits to use the older bits in the PC 7518, saving the cost of purcashing new 1/2" bits. This collet fits in all Porter Cable 690 router series as well. If you've ever delt with a frozen router bit, you'll appreciate the self-releasing feature.

Works great, if you need it, get it, no problems. Works in all of the Porter Cable Routers that I have. Zero complaints and I always find every little design flaw.

I have no idea why Porter-Cable doesn't include one of these with the their 75xx series routers. I admit that the big routers would overpower most really delicate bits, but there are too many bits that are almost impossible to find in 1/2" size. Since my 7518 is the router in my router table, this collet is an absolute requirement.

Enough complaining. The good news is that the 1/4" collet is inexpensive and easily available. It works perfectly, of course, and is as solidly built as you would expect from a Porter-Cable professional tool. It also fits the 6xx series routers, in case you misplace one. So if you are like me and have four routers, you need one for backup in any case

This PC collet just works. What more could you want? No jamming, no sticking, perfectly centered. Just as one would expect.

Yes, I would purchase again, if need arose.

No need for hyperbole.

The collet fit perfectly in my P-C Router; the sides even align perfectly with those on the chuck when tightened. It was well packet and timely shipped, too. Thanks, I could not be happier with the collet.

I purchased just the body of the Porter-Cable router for my table. I thought that 1/2" shank bits would be all that I would use. This has changed that. It's easy to use and well constructed.

The chuck is very handy working with different applications in using my Dremel. It also creates a very secure grip.

Just what you expect. Good quality, fits many Porter Cable Routers, just check online to be sure. Does what it is supposed to perfectly. Make sure the inside of your router is clean where the collet sits or you might have a slightly wobbly bit that will wear out your tool, produce poor cuts, and be very loud.

I recently bought a PC7518 router and was also surprised that it did not come with a 1/4" collet. (Turns out PC does not recommend using 1/4" shanks with the 7518 because of the high HP....so be careful.) No problem I thought as I have a PC690L-RVS in the shop (approx 8-10 yrs old). Well the collets were NOT interchangeable. The new 7518 1/2" collet would not fit on the 690, and neither the 1/4" or 1/2" from the old 690 would fit on the 7518. After reading the reviews here I took a chance that there was a thread change. I am happy to report that the new 1/4" collet fits perfect on the 7518 and I have routed several projects with my old 1/4" bits. Hope this review helps someone else out too.

Works as expected. If you are reading reviews about a simple collet you have too much time on your hand.