Factory-Reconditioned Porter-Cable 557R Professional Plate Joiner Kit

Additional Factory-Reconditioned Porter-Cable 557R Professional Plate Joiner Kit Information

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.

What Customers Say About Factory-Reconditioned Porter-Cable 557R Professional Plate Joiner Kit:

I also am satisfied with my choice of buying a "reconditioned" model, same warranty as a new unit with additional savings. I believe this is one of the best cutters made selling at a reasonable price.

The only drawback is the dust collection, which clogs, just as my Dewat does, but I can live with it. I am living in another state for a couple of years, and have started a few projects here, however my tools remain elsewhere, so I bought the PC bisquit joiner. And when I return home, I will sell the Dewalt. Overall, a great tool. My other one is a Dewalt, which I liked fine, but I think this one has serves my needs a little better. I can do angles and smaller bisquits when needed.

I believe the fence is the best on the market. I comes with 2 cutter heads, one for #0-#20 and one for FF (face frame).

It may cost a little more, but well worth the price difference. The small one is very useful for joining the rails and stiles on face frame cabinets.

A great tool. The fence adjustments are easy and accurate because of the screw adjustment.

You can't go wrong with this one. I have made table tops, cabinets, and frames using the PC Plate joiner.

The fence angles both directions so you can cut slots dead center in frames and box corners.