| Review by hairy | posted 1541 days ago | 2616 views | 1 time favorited | 8 comments |  |
 |
- Powermatic PM1300
- Brand: Powermatic | Category: Dust Collection
 |
 |
 |
 |
I’m starting to take over the basement now that the garage is full. I promised to keep it clean,and this is a big part of that. All I have connected at this time is a lathe, but that will change. I looked at just about everything that I could go and look at.To me, this was the ideal machine. Good specs, small size,not real loud. Speaking of specs: Impeller diameter = 12” Sound rating at 3 ft (db) = 75 – 90 Air flow at 6” (CFM) = 1,064
Velocity at 6” (FPM) = 5,374 Canister efficiency = 86% of 1 micron particles, 98% of 2 micron particles
Motor (TEFC) 1.75 HP,115/230V (prewired 115V) Overall dimensions =37”x29”x72”
I bought a floor model, so I had to take it apart to carry it down the steps. This is a quality machine. It even has a remote,and that is so cool. I’ve had it hooked up for 2 months now, and I’m a happy owner.It will handle anything I can get down the steps. When you go and look at dust collectors, take a good look at the motor. This motor is a whopper, no inflated specs. This thing could suck start a B – 52.
-- It must be jelly baby, cause jam don't shake like that...
8 comments so far
RWR
home | projects | blog
42 posts in 1771 days
#1 posted 1541 days ago
Love Powermatic anything.
-- Wayne
Scott Bryan
home | projects | blog
27262 posts in 1992 days
#2 posted 1541 days ago
Thanks for the review. I have been looking seriously at one of these and debating between this one and the PM1900. I have to agree with Wayne’s comment.
-- Challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes life meaningful- Joshua Marine
Dan'um Style
home | projects | blog
10790 posts in 2153 days
#3 posted 1541 days ago
looks like a good one … mine (Delta) is getting worn and has lost suction over the years …. time for a new one too !
-- keeping myself entertained
Dusty56
home | projects | blog
10515 posts in 1858 days
#4 posted 1540 days ago
How much did the lathe stand cost ? That’s a great idea and the bungie cord hose holder works great I see Does it ever end up crushing the hose on you ?...I wish I had this much room in my shop : ) Nice review on the DC
-- When did quiet and quite become the same word ? I'm guessing about the same time as your and you're did.
hairy
home | projects | blog
1763 posts in 1702 days
#5 posted 1540 days ago
Dusty, the lathe stand was made out of stuff on hand. It’s 2×6 ’s and 2×4’s glued and bolted together with 3/8’ carriage bolts, then bolted to a 4×4 post.I ran the tops through the jointer before attaching them. It fits pretty good, the stand is just as wide as the lathe. It works pretty well, open in the center, lotsa leg room. The bungee cord does change the opening, but does not close it. It kinda elongates the opening.
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h83/hairyincincy/b1.jpg
I can’t figure out embedding the pic, sorry!
-- It must be jelly baby, cause jam don't shake like that...
Dusty56
home | projects | blog
10515 posts in 1858 days
#6 posted 1537 days ago
Thanks for the feedback and the extra photo ….My JET minilathe is presently taking up residence on one of my bench tops. I wish I could devote the room to make a stand like yours . I can always take my Lil lathe off of the bench as needed , but I would obviously like to have the bench space open at all times. Thanks again for the great ideas : )
-- When did quiet and quite become the same word ? I'm guessing about the same time as your and you're did.
Beginningwoodworker
home | projects | blog
13225 posts in 1843 days
#7 posted 1536 days ago
Thats a nice DC.
-- CJIII Future cabinetmaker
Dixon1430
home | projects | blog
11 posts in 462 days
#8 posted 460 days ago
This thing could suck start a b-52!!! I just laughed out loud. This is most likely the unit I will buy eventually. Thanks for posting and for the B-52, HA!
-- Ryan: "Everything is a hammer, except for a screwdriver and that's a chisel..."
Have your say...