Porter-Cable 7310 5.6 Amp 3/4-Horsepower Laminate Trim Router

by Porter-Cable

Product Description

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The perfect tool for most trimming, edge-forming, and hinge-routing jobs, the Porter-Cable Trim Router is ideal for professionals. Comfortable to handle and easy to hold with just one hand, this router gives you the control and precision you need to make quick, accurate cuts.

7310 Trim Router At a Glance: Durable trim router with heavy-duty 5.6 amp motor Micro-set adjustment knob for quick and easy depth adjustments Single-wrench bit changes; single-hand control Lightweight and durable for all-day jobsite use Three-year warranty

This 3/4-horsepower trim router is ideal for use with laminate. View larger.

5.6 Amp Motor Provides 30,000 RPM to Handle Laminate
The 7310 owes its robust performance to its 5.6 amp, 3/4-horsepower motor that spins at 30,000 rpm for clean routing. Designed specifically for use with laminate, but often used on wood, solid surface, and a variety of jobsite materials, it makes quick, precise cuts. It's also durable enough to withstand the rigors of the jobsite.

Ergonomic for One-Hand Operation
This router boasts an ergonomic design that allows for comfortable, single-hand control. The micro-set adjustment knob makes for quick and accurate bit depth setting, while the spindle-lock feature allows for single wrench bit changes. It also has a fixed base for excellent bit visibility and improved accuracy.

Lightweight at just 3.75 pounds and measuring a compact 3.37 by 3.62 by 7.50 inches (L x W x H), the 7310 won't put excessive strain on wrists and hands, so it's ideal for all-day use.

Durably Designed for Jobsite Use and Long Life
In addition to its great feature set, the 7310 impresses with its long-term durability. A precision-cast aluminum base and 100 percent ball-bearing construction stand up to wear and tear, while the dust-sealed switch ensures long tool life.

Warranty Information
The 7310 is backed by a three-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Motor, standard trimmer base, wrench, and operating manual.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 5 x 4.5 inches ; 3.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0000222Z6
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 7310
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,721 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #6 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Routers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

38 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the one to get, June 23, 2003

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Bob Feeser "MillCrafters.com" (Springfield, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Porter-Cable 7310 5.6 Amp 3/4-Horsepower Laminate Trim Router (Tools & Home Improvement)

When reading Woodworking with a router, I noticed the author stated, that after getting a standard size router, your second router should be a laminate trim router. It is so versatile. Since it is smaller than most routers, it is more manageable. Shop made jigs using a router, are best done with one of these. Since it takes the standard 1/4" bits, it makes it a convenient, multi use tool.
If you do a lot of counter top, laminate work, their combo pack, with the different bases, is the top choice. Saves a lot of money over buying the individual bases.
I looked at some overseas, and the Ryobi model, and decided to spring for the Porter Cable. The metal base, and fine adjust feature, and metal housing, set it apart. This is a professional level piece of equipment. Should give you many years of trouble free performance.
When you are doing fine work, the lightness, and ease of visibility afforded by this router, is unmatched.
If I had to be critical of it, I would say that when changing a bit, I remove the base, which isn't that hard, for easy access. The base is designed to come on and off real easy, since it is one part of a multi base system.
All in all, definitely 5 stars. The more you use it, the more it will become your favorite one.

36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good for its inteded use, October 24, 2005

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A. Broadbent "woodwkr" (over here) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Porter-Cable 7310 5.6 Amp 3/4-Horsepower Laminate Trim Router (Tools & Home Improvement)

After reading a few reviews here I thought I would comment on this tool myself. I am a proffesional comercial woodworker and have owned and bought for my company this router maybe 15 times over the years so I am very familiar with it. One thig that I keep seeing in the negitive column in everyones reviews is that it is not precise enough for some people, all I can say is keep in mind what this tool is inted for....this is a laminate trim router...there is nothing precise about that, infact it has always been kind of a joke in the industry that they put the fine adjustment knob on the router at all! If you are looking for a small precise genral pourpose woodworking router this is not what you want, if you are looking for a laminate trim router as the name implies this is a very good one, we do millons of dollars worth of work each year here and have found for the price this is a fine trim router.

66 of 73 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars No substitute for the Porter Cable 310 production router, June 15, 2004

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Luke T. Evans (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Porter-Cable 7310 5.6 Amp 3/4-Horsepower Laminate Trim Router (Tools & Home Improvement)

While this trimmer might be fine for quick roundovers and the like, it lacks the refinement and precision necessary for fine woodworking and production work. Careful observers will notice that the base and motor are not perfectly perpendicular to one another. There is too much slop in the height adjustment mechanism and set knob. Too, the base itself is not perfectly flat (place a sheet of 400 grit sandpaper on a flat table and run the base plate over it a few times. High and low spots will quickly become apparent.) All in all, the 7310 is very underwhelming in its quality and precision. As far as the "Rotozip" style trimmers go, the DeWalt and Bosch models offer better quality and refinement then this PC, though they, too, suffer from some of the same problems.

By far the better alternative is the tried-and-true Porter Cable 310 production router. This model has long been a favorite of professional cabinetmakers (the guys in my shop own two or three each), but it is somewhat unknown to the woodworking public at large. It is not made for mass market consumers (Home Depot/Lowes don't carry it), and PC has instead promoted the 7310 trimmer as its mainstay trim router. The 7310 trimmer, however, is but a shadow of the 310. Read some of the reviews on the 310 and you'll see what I mean. The 310 is truly a fine machine. At $100, the 7310 is not a great value. At $159, the 310 is worth every penny. Spend more now and you'll be very satisfied with the knowledge that you own the very best. More importantly, your work will show the wisdom of your choice.

Sadly, Porter Cable no longer sells the excellent offset, angle, and other optional bases for the 310. If you need these you can acquire them used or new-old-stock, but they are getting harder to find. The premium prices of these trimmers and optional bases found on Ebay attest to the loyal following the 310 has. These bases are available for the 7310, but you will still have to deal with the inferior design and quality of that trimmer. Again, go with the DeWalt or Bosch if you need a complete trim kit with all the bases. If you don't need them, get the 310 and you'll be set for life. You'll be glad you did.