Porter-Cable 7519 Speedmatic 3-1/4-Horsepower Router

by Porter-Cable

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Porter-Cable 7519 Speedmatic 3-1/4-Horsepower Router

From the Manufacturer

Built for durability, accuracy, and power, this rugged 3-1/4 hp router is a true workhorse. With a beefy 15 amp motor that maintains a constant speed under load, this router is up to any task. Designed with 100% sealed ball bearings, the bottom bearing in the motor is closer to the workpiece, giving it the least vibration and run-out. A precision-machined aluminum motor housing and base prevent the heat build-up that can damage motors. Router bits will not become "frozen" or stuck in the collet due to an exclusive auto-release design that frees the collet from the arbor as the locking nut is loosened. Though a 1/2-inch collet is provided, collets are available for 1/4- and 3/8-inch shank bits. Truly built for power, this router packs a punch. However, the soft start makes startup safer and easier on the operator. Great for the production shop, countertop fabricators, and furniture makers. When used in a router table it can also act as a shaper for shops with a smaller budget. Includes motor #75192, base #75361, 1/2-inch collet #42950, two collet wrenches #42596, and operator's manual.

FEATURES

• 15 Amps, AC only
• 21,000 RPM with soft start
• 1/2" collet
• Auto-release collet system ends "frozen" bits
• Unique design pus bottom bearing closer to work fro minimum bit run-out and vibration
• Precision machined aluminum motor housing & base
• 100% sealed ball bearings
• Standard Equipment: Router motor #75192, base #75361, 1/2" collet #42950, collet wrenches #42596, and operating manual

SPECIFICATIONS

• Power: 120 VAC, 60 HZ
• Net Weight: 15 Lbs.
• Shipping Weight: 18 Lbs.
• Peak HP: 3 1/4
• Motor Amps: 15
• Motor Diameter: 4.2"
• Speed RPM: 21,000 with soft-start
• Collets: Standard: 1/2" Available: 1/4" & 3/8"
• Height: 11"
• Width: 11"
• Base Dia.: 7"

WARRANTY
One year warranty with a 30 day performance certification.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 21.6 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.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00004WMQN
• Item model number: 7519
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #57,926 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #73 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Routers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars You probably want the model 7518, February 17, 2006

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Drew Heywood (Richmond, VA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Porter-Cable 7519 Speedmatic 3-1/4-Horsepower Router (Tools & Home Improvement)

I can't imagine why anyone but a production shop would buy the 7519. The single-speed feature may provide very slightly higher reliability but it greatly restricts the bits you can use. If you shop, there's no real difference in price between the two models. For almost everyone, the 7518 is the best choice.

Don't use an external speed control on this router! Porter-Cable technical support says it will burn out the router.

See my review of the Porter-Cable 7518 router for more thoughts on these routers.

49 of 58 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Porter Cable 7519 or the 7518, November 10, 2001

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P. Schaming "pa_harley" (Bradford, PA United States) - See all my reviews
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I am planning to build some office cabinetry and needed a new more powerful router. I chose Porter Cable from past experience. I found two choices for making cabinet doors and drawers using a router table. The Model 7519 and the Model 7518 which had 5 variable speeds. The two routers were the same except for the 5 variable speed. I chose the 7519 because it was ... cheaper. I didn't know exactly what the 5 variable speeds would be used for.

Well the router arrived in 3 days, thanks Amazon.com. Upon reading the instruction manual, there was a caution notice twice within the first five pages, that said. WARNING,WARNING,DANGER,DANGER (you have to say this with your arms waving up and down) "DO NOT USE router bits with a diameter in excess of 2 1/2" except when using Model 7518 set for either 10,000 or 13,000 RPM". Well that just shot down all the work I had planned for this router. Having not used it I gave this router 4 stars, because I think it would run like a workhorse, except with large diameter bits. So I will be sending it back and purchasing the 7518. I should have spent the extra bucks! Looking forward to the new 5 speed.

5.0 out of 5 stars Portercable router review, August 14, 2011

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Shane Stock "Laredoshane" (Laredo, TX, USA) - See all my reviews
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This is the best price I have seen on these routers anywhere. I have five of them and one that is similar with five speeds instead of one speed. We use these routers to cut out patterns in 3/4" thick particleboard core melamine. They are the only router I have found that can hold up to what we put them through. The veriable-speed ones are not as good for our purpose, as they shut off when you work them a little hard and the single speeds do not.