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Part Number 892
Power Sourcecorded-electric
Item Package Quantity1
Item Dimensions
Length12.75 inches
Width8.63 inches
Height12.81 inches
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Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description
Great for woodworking projects,the Porter-Cable 892 Fixed-Base Router Kit offers powerful, smooth, reliable operation from 10,000 to 23,000 rpm. This easy-to-use tool lets you unlock the base and make a variety of depth of cut changes from right above the router table.
Powerful, Quiet Performance In and Out of the Table
Powered by a soft-starting, 12 amp, 2-1/4-horsepower motor with full-time electronic feedback for constant speed under load, the 892 can cut through molding and hard woods with speed and efficiency. For versatility, the motor moves easily between bases.
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Powered by a soft-starting, 12 amp, 2-1/4-horsepower motor with full-time electronic feedback for constant speed under load, the 892 can cut through molding and hard woods with speed and efficiency. For versatility, the motor moves easily between bases.
Above-Table Changes Save Time and Effort
The 892 offers the versatility and time-saving ease of above-table changes. In seconds, you can release the motor, adjust the bit height, lock the spindle, and clamp the motor from above the router table. Just use a 3/16-inch hex socket.
Design Features for Quick Changes and Adjustments
Designed for productivity, the 892 offers a range of helpful, user-friendly features. A dual-position switch allows you to cut power and yet still maintain complete control of the router with both hands still on the rubber coated handles. Bit changes are also a snap thanks to a spindle-lock feature that enables loosening of the collet with a single-wrench. A durable cam lever allows for quick, coarse depth adjustment and motor release.
Dimensions and Warranty Information
Weighing just 9 pounds and measuring 12.81 inches in height, the 892 is easy to handle and hold. It comes with 1/4- and 1/2-inch collets, a collet wrench, and a carrying case for easy portability.
The Porter-Cable 892 Fixed-Base Router Kit is backed by a three-year warranty.
What's in the Box
Router motor, fixed base, 1/4- and 1/2-inch collets, collet wrench, carrying case, and operating manual.
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Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
74 of 75 people found the following review helpful
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This is the "perfect fit" for router table use. I can't comment on hand-held use because it immediately went into the router table. This machine is smooth cutting, powerful and quiet. The features for the table mount are perfect. PC put a lot of thought into this one! You can adjust the bit height using the 75301 height adjustment knob, lock/unlock the motor from the mount and lock the spindle all from above. The spindle/collet raises enough that you don't have to reach down inside the mount to get to the collet nut. My only gripe was that the height adjustment knob is an accessory costing an extra twenty to thirty bucks depending on where you find it. Amazon doesn't carry it yet but a web search will turn up a bunch of sites that do. I thought I'd save a few bucks and just use a 1/4 drive 3/16" socket and extension bar but none of the sockets I have found will fit through the hole in the base. The knob from PC has a second, located lower, plastic guide that helps to align the knob shaft with the height adjuster mounted on the base. I guess the best bet is to spend a few more bucks and get the PC version.
This unit comes with an interactive cd that is very well done. Even has plans and a short movie from the router workshop on building a table. Very well done I might add.
All in all I would give it six stars if I could.
This is an up-date to a reveiw I posted in 2003 the same week I got this router. Well the good news is after 3 years of regular use I would still give this router 6 stars if I could. I figure I saved major money over buying a "router lift" type of accessorie because this router does all of that and does it well. The not-so-good-news is the router was recalled. I called my service center and drove over to be presented with a brand new router motor. Yes I am well out of warranty but they gave me the brand new motor, no questions asked! I don't think I could ask for more. I have since purchased the vac. handle kit and can rave over the performance of that item too. Once again, six stars if they would let me! I've never had one moment of dissatsifaction. I have had to make a few minor adjustments over the years but performance has never really suffered. Give this one a good look. I know you won't be disappointed. I sure haven't been!
This unit comes with an interactive cd that is very well done. Even has plans and a short movie from the router workshop on building a table. Very well done I might add.
All in all I would give it six stars if I could.
This is an up-date to a reveiw I posted in 2003 the same week I got this router. Well the good news is after 3 years of regular use I would still give this router 6 stars if I could. I figure I saved major money over buying a "router lift" type of accessorie because this router does all of that and does it well. The not-so-good-news is the router was recalled. I called my service center and drove over to be presented with a brand new router motor. Yes I am well out of warranty but they gave me the brand new motor, no questions asked! I don't think I could ask for more. I have since purchased the vac. handle kit and can rave over the performance of that item too. Once again, six stars if they would let me! I've never had one moment of dissatsifaction. I have had to make a few minor adjustments over the years but performance has never really suffered. Give this one a good look. I know you won't be disappointed. I sure haven't been!
34 of 35 people found the following review helpful
I have never been more impressed with a power tool. I can make bit adjustments or changes in seconds accurately with the adjustment knob through the base.There i splenty of power in this baby too. I cut 2 3/8" molding in a single pass. Perhaps the best feature is the heavy insulation around the motor. This router is quieter than a blender. If you own a table and are looking for a replacement router or a better router, I can't begin to tell you how satisfied you will be with this product.
32 of 34 people found the following review helpful
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This is a very nice design for mounting under a table because it's possible to make small height adjustments from above, without groping under the table. To do that you drill a hole in the router table that lines up with a hole in the router base, and to adjust the height you use a special wrench. (Devise your own using a hex wrench bit or buy the outrageously priced tool offered by Porter Cable. Porter-Cable ought to thrown in the adjusting wrench as part of the price.)
Three problems: (1) The printed manual doesn't say a word about mounting and adjusting it in this way, even though that's the main benefit of the 890 series design vs the cheaper, better-built workshorse 690 series. You have to figure it out for youself. (2) It uses a plastic rack-and-pinion gear to adjust the depth of cut, which feels less solid than rotating pin alignment of the 690 series. (3) When you release the lever that locks the depth of cut setting, the router wobbles a little, so you have to re-check the height carefully after the router is locked in place. We're used to rock-solid tools from P-C, not plastic gears and wobbly housings.
Plus side: It's quieter; the RPMs can be adjusted; it's safer, faster and much easier to change bits -- no more skinned knuckles! It comes with a CD that shows more about how to use it. Not really four stars, but better than 3.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
very nice router!!
For the price, this is a great variable speed router. I've been using it for about a month now, and I haven't had any of the problems as described by others. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Emergifab
Great router
I use many routers. This one is the best. The height adjuster is great. The tool runs very smooth. The bit holder doesnot deform itself and bits are easy to get in and out. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Carmin A. Politano
Satisfied in Rochester NY
I bought this in September 2011 and it is my first experience with interchangeable bases. I have worked hard maple and red oak stock with it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by James G. Jones
Good router, bad bit replacement design
This is a very good router for the price. Primarily used in a router table it has good power and stability. 1/2 inch Bits are best. Read more
Published 9 months ago by step
nice
a lot more power and less vibration than my P-C 690s. more power than i need for 90+% of my work. My model is the 892 fixed base with variable speed. Read more
Published 10 months ago by wilson
Great router
I bought this router to install on my router table, it works great, lots of power, good quality, I had only one issue with it, when i went to change bits, I used the spindle lock... Read more
Published 10 months ago by c5marko
Collet failure
I just called Porter Cable to report a failure of the collet with my new 8902 Router. A machining error in manufacture of the collet allowed it to throw the bit while cutting. Read more
Published 14 months ago by HollandWood
Not so good
I have had a very bad experience with the 890 series. The tiny screws that hold the adjustment rack on the side of the motor work loose easily, are not secured by lock washers or... Read more
Published 15 months ago by kbowen
Great power tool !
This is the 2nd PC 892 I have they are my favorite router to go to. The 1st one I have owned 6 years and no problems thus far. I like the power and lowering and raising mechanism . Read more
Published 17 months ago by Max
Solid Tool
I hung the Porter Cable 892 in my table using a Kreg Precision router lift. I built a set of raised panel oak doors. Read more
Published 18 months ago by don
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