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Porter-Cable 513 1-1/2 Horsepower Lock Mortiser
Porter-Cable 513 1-1/2 Horsepower Lock Mortiser

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Brand: Porter-Cable
Category: Home Improvement

List Price: $2,249.01
Buy New: $1,049.95
You Save: $1199.06 (53%)



New (7) from $1,049.95

Sales Rank: 17116

Media: Tools & Hardware
Shipping Weight (lbs): 34.5
Dimensions (in): 20.5 x 16.5 x 19

MPN: 513P
Model: 513
UPC: 039404005137
EAN: 0039404005137

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • Heavy-duty 11 Amp mortiser makes cutting box locks a breeze
  • Mounts doors as thick as 4-1/2 inches and centers automatically
  • Cut mortises up to 7 x 1-1/4 x 4-3/4 inches (LxWxD)
  • Weighs 37 pounds; Made from a durable steel and alloy material
  • Includes height rod assembly (4 rods - 804960, 1 stop - 800203, 1 nut - 800204), wrench, 3/4-inch bit, 1-inch bit, Allen wrench, operating manual

Accessories:

  • Porter-Cable 43745PC Hinge Mortising
  • Porter-Cable 517 Lock Face Template
  • Irwin 3041006 Speedbor Max 6 Piece 1/2-Inch to 1-1/4-Inch Self Feeding Spade Bit Assortment

Similar Items:

  • Porter-Cable 517 Lock Face Template
  • Porter-Cable 42234 Corner Chisel
  • Porter-Cable 59375 Strike and Latch Template
  • Porter-Cable 59381 Hinge Butt Template Kit
  • Porter-Cable 43703 3/4-Inch Carbide Bit

Editorial Reviews:

Amazon.com Product Description
Hand mortising is a thing of the past, and the Porter-Cable 513 1-1/2 HP lock mortiser will get the job done quicker and more efficiently than ever before. The powerful 11 Amp motor spins at 27,500 RPM for incredibly detailed cuts. Particularly useful when making cuts for box locks, the 513 heavy-duty lock mortiser cuts mortises up to 7 x 1-1/4 x 4-3/4 inches (LxWxD). The 513 will accommodate doors as thick as 4-1/2 inches, and it will automatically center the cutter on the doors edge no matter how thick it is. Its durable steel and alloy construction ensure years of reliable, accurate cuts.


Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Lock Face Template   October 12, 2008
Great Tool. We had (14) custom mortisse locks to install in white oak doors. No room for error. Once set up correctly (took some practice runs in scrap wood), the tool did each lock cut out in minutes. Expensive, yes. It is a great tool if you have a large # of deep mortisse locks to do.


5 out of 5 stars Porter Cable 513   June 25, 2006
 2 out of 2 found this review helpful

This is a door mortiser and thats all. It's a lot of money to pay for a tool with only one job but there is nothing else in the world that can do the job it does in the everyday world. Set up is a little slow but when all adjustments are complete it seldom runs over 20 seconds and its job is done.The depth adjustment came broke on my first one. Amazon leaned over backwards to get it swapped out and we went on with business.


5 out of 5 stars Costly But Worth It   October 14, 2005
 2 out of 2 found this review helpful

I have to say that when doing a home full of custom doors with mortised hardware this tool was worth its weight in gold. I found the set up to be a bit frustrating because of finding the tools initial alignment but once it was established it was perfect. The only down side was that the tool has to be used in the vertical position which b/ of its weight makes it a bit awkward. The only problem I had with the tool was after about 3 doors the switch toggle stopped working and I had to unplug it to stop it. I played with the toggle and got it working again, but it was frustrating and potentially dangerous. Overall. I am happy and found it to be a real time saver. I highly recommend the face plate template too.


4 out of 5 stars PC 513 lock mortiser   March 14, 2003
 23 out of 23 found this review helpful

If you are a finish carpenter, door/hardware installer, or door shop that does a lot of mortise lock prep, this is THE tool! Together with the PC 517 Lock Face Template, this stuff preps wood doors for mortise locks quickly and accurately.

Why only 4 stars?

One: Price; it's pretty spendy. Purchase both tools and you spent something like $.... The occasional mortise lock installer should stay away from this equipment unless you think it might grow into a Specialty Skill.

Two: Adjustability; Adjusting back and forth between different lock configurations can be a hassle until you figure out the learning curve. The markings on the frame for mortise height, and the stop rod for mortise depth, are "not that accurate;" takes a bit of time and practice to figure this thing out.

And this: You spend this much on a fine tool, you sure don't want to lug it around in the cardboard box it came in. Build a nice wood box, a place for everything and everything in it's place. Why PC has the nerve to sell this tool for so much money and not provide a decent storage box, even if it's blow-molded plastic, is a mystery to me. Sign of the times, I guess.

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