Powermatic PM9-1792020 PM2020 Short Bed Lathe, 2HP, 1 or 3PH, 230V
Powermatic 1792020 Description
The features you love on the 3520B lathe are now available in a smaller footprint. The PM2020 lathe is perfect for turners short on space, or projects where a short bed is convenient. Like its big brother, 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.
Powermatic 1792020 Features
- 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
- 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
- Attached tool caddy allows convenient access to centers, wrenches, etc.
- Tailstock has internal storage for additional accessories
- Chrome trimmed handwheels are ergonomic for a comfortable feel
- Standard Equipment:
Powermatic 1792020 Specifications
| Motor Phase | 3 |
| Speed Range | 50-3200 |
| Spindle Threads (In. x TPI) | 1-1/4 x 8 |
| Centerline of Spindle to Floor (In.) | 44 (adjustable) |
| Spindle Bore | 5/8 |
| Headstock Movement | Full Length of Bed |
| Wiring Remarks | VFD will accept 1 or 3 phase power |
| Spindle Taper | MT-2 |
| Number of Indexing Positions | 48 |
| Swing Over Tool Rest Base (In.) | 17 |
| Motor Power (HP) | 2 |
| Outboard Turning | 88 |
| Distance Between Centers (In.) | 20 |
| Motor Current (Amps) | 6.2 |
| Spindle Speeds | High 125-3200/Low 50-1200 |
| Ram Travel Quill Travel | 4-1/2 |
| Bed Construction | Cast Iron |
| Recommended Circuit Size (Amps.) | 20 |
| Quill Taper | MT-2 |
| Tailstock Bore | 3/8 |
| Outboard External Threads (In. x TPI) | 1-3/16-18 UNC |
| Swing Over Bed (In.) | 20 |
| Motor Voltage (V.) | 230 only |
| Bed Gap (In.) | 2-1/2 |
