The new PM1800 Bandsaw is a part of the new breed of high performance products from Powermatic - the Gold Standard since 1921. Designed with an enormous 18" resaw, multi-step blade tension, precision blade guides, and a 5HP motor hungry for hardwoods, this powerhouse comes standard with all the extra features you've come to expect from Powermatic.
• Blade tension lever has full tension, partial tension, and release settings for easy blade changes and tracking
• Micro-adjustable, virtually tool-less bearing guide system gives close blade control while reducing friction
• Special grooved thrust bearing stabilizes smaller blades
• Heavy duty T-style rip fence has adjustable aluminum resaw fence
• Large 24" x 24" cast iron table
• 2-inch diameter solid steel pin for resaw work
• 18-inch resaw, and 18-inch blade to column capacity
• Magnetic starter with power indicator lamp and jumbo stop
• Chrome knobs and handles ensure solid grip and firm locking of parts
• Computer balanced cast iron wheels reduce vibration
• Dual 4-inch exhaust ports for effective dust and chip removal
• Adjustable miter gauge with stops
Specifications:
Cutting Capacity Width 18 "
Cutting Capacity Height 18 "
Minimum Saw Blade Width 1/16 "
Maximum Saw Blade Width 1½ "
Blade Speed 1800 / 4200 SFPM
Blade Length 160 "
Table Dimension (LxW) 24 x 24 "
Table Tilt 15 ° left, 45 ° right
Table Height at 90º 37½ "
Miter Gauge Positive Stops 45 °, 90 °
Dust Port Outer Diameter 4 "
Dust Collection Minimum CFM 600 cu.ft/min
Stand Type Closed
Thickness Capacity (max) 18 "
Blade Width 1/16" to 1-1/2"
Wheel Diameter 18½ "
Motor Power 5 HP
Motor Voltage 230 / 460 V
Prewired Voltage 230 V
Motor Current 13 / 6.5 A
Motor Phase 3 Ph
Web Description PM1800, 18" Bandsaw, 5HP 3PH 230/460V
Model Number PM1800
Brand Powermatic
Overall Dimensions 38 x 38 x 81
Height 81 inch
Width 38 inch
Length 38 inch
Net Weight 796 pound