PORTER-CABLE 7424XP Specialty
- Specialty
- 4.5 amps
- Corded electric
- 5.8 pounds
- Better rated than 60%
- More reviewed than 87%
A 4.5 amp corded PORTER-CABLE tool rated to 3400 RPM and weighing 5.8 pounds, with a 4.6 rating across nearly 3,000 reviews.
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How it ranks among the 273 specialties we track
4.6★ across 2,941 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2,941 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The PORTER-CABLE 7424XP is a corded electric tool running on 120 volts and drawing 4.5 amps, rated up to 3400 RPM and weighing 5.8 pounds. It is listed under Tools, Specialties, and the 7424 line is generally associated with random orbit finishing tools, though buyers should confirm the specific function against the product listing before ordering.
A 4.5 amp motor at up to 3400 RPM is a moderate output for a handheld corded tool, enough for sustained finishing or polishing passes without excess strain on short jobs. At 5.8 pounds it sits in the middle weight range for handheld power tools, light enough for one handed use but with enough heft to stay stable against a work surface.
- PORTER-CABLE 7424XP
- 120V corded, 4.5 amp motor
- Up to 3400 RPM
- 5.8 pounds
Who it's for
Suits buyers doing finishing, sanding, or polishing work who want a corded tool with steady power rather than battery runtime limits. Not the right fit if you need a cordless tool for use away from an outlet.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Corded power avoids battery runtime limits
- Moderate 5.8 pound weight for extended handheld use
- 4.6 rating across 2,941 reviews
- Requires an outlet or extension cord
- No cordless option in this listing
Performance notes
Corded electric motors avoid the runtime and torque drop off that come with cordless batteries, so a 4.5 amp motor here should hold its rated speed through a full session rather than tapering off as a battery drains. The 5.8 pound weight keeps it manageable for extended handheld work.
Specifications
| Brand | PORTER-CABLE |
|---|---|
| Model | 7424XP |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 5.8 pounds |
| Dimensions | 11.5 × 10.5 × 6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Speed | 3400 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Amperage | 4.5 amps |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in specialties.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| PORTER-CABLE 7424XP SpecialtyThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 2,941 | 4.3 / 5 |
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| Worx WX082L.2 SpecialtyWORX | 4.4 / 5 | 18,000 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Stanley SL18116P SpecialtySTANLEY | 4.6 / 5 | 14,157 | 4.5 / 5 |
| DEWALT DCV580H SpecialtyDeWALT | 4.5 / 5 | 8,646 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the PORTER-CABLE 7424XP
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the PORTER-CABLE 7424XP corded or cordless?
It is corded electric, running on 120 volts.
What is its motor rating?
4.5 amps, rated up to 3400 RPM.
How much does it weigh?
5.8 pounds.