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Product Summary

The Powermatic PM2020 Short Bed Wood Lathe is perfect for turners short on space, or projects where a short bed is convenient. The PM2020 features a sliding headstock, electronic variable speed with low- and high-speed ranges and the spindle lock. The enhanced features include a digital RPM readout, built in spindle indexing on the head stock and a re-designed tailstock with internal storage, chrome-trimmed handwheels and a laser-etched quill which is self-ejecting. Additional features include a two-position mount for the optional bed extension, a sliding hammer knockout rod with brass tip, an attached tool caddy and a metal shelf for tool storage.

What's Included

    (1) Short bed wood lathe with 2 HP, 220V (1or 3-phase) electric motor

Features + Benefits

  • Sliding headstock with electronic variable speed and digital RPM readout for accurate speed adjustments
  • Spindle lock and built in spindle indexing on the headstock for drilling hole patterns, routing flutes and other equally spaced features
  • Set of dead centers which hold a spindle for visual comparison
  • Redesigned tool rest geometry allows for better chisel movement along the tool rest
  • Laser-etched quill is self-ejecting
  • Brass tipped knockout bar concentrates the action in the sliding handle; the brass tip will not damage drive centers
  • Tailstock has internal storage for additional accessories
  • Chrome-trimmed handwheels are ergonomic for a comfortable feel
  • Powered by a 2 HP TEFC electric motor
  • Safety shield
  • 3in. face plate and face plate wrench
  • 14in. tool rest
  • Multiple ball-bearing live center

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

108588

Brand

Powermatic

Manufacturer's Warranty

5 year limited warranty

Ship Weight

582.0 LB

Distance Between Centers

20 in

Horsepower

2
AttributeSpecification

Swing

20 in

Min. RPM

50

Product Type

Lathe

Speeds (qty.)

2

Product Weight

582 lb

Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

5 year limited warranty