Carpenter and builder Rob Robillard from [ Ссылка ] explains the features on the new Powermatic PM1000 table saw.
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Powermatic PM1000 10-Inch Table-saw:JET and Powermatic Media Event 2013
Powermatic released the PM1000 in late July, it is slated as the little brother of the PM2000.
This is a fantastic mid-size option that runs on 115v power but has a nice full size 54" table [with an extension table].
The riving knife is mounted to the blade housing which keeps the blade guard at a constant height relative to the blade. The blade guard and anti-kickback pawls are well thought out, however the riving knife won't allow for a blind through cut.
Unfortunately they don't currently offer an optional low profile riving knife, I think this would be a smart item to add to this tool or at least as an option.
The compact footprint of the PM1000 is great for smaller shops that still call for a high quality saw with a fully enclosed case, dust collection and a high quality trunnion.
A poly V drive belt makes for quiet operation, less vibration and longer belt service. The dust shroud below table makes for more effective dust collection. The dust port is standard 4" so no adapters are needed.
7" adjustment wheels make for easy changes to blade height and bevel angle. We liked the miter gauge with a built in sliding auxiliary fence. It even has a gear driven miter adjustment to 60º left or right, with positive stops at 30º and 45º in both directions. Pretty slick!
The Accu-Fence table saw fence has a solid [rear] lock and is easy to adjust in all directions.
To change the blade all you need is one wrench. A push button arbor lock allows you to loch the arbor and use only one wrench. No that is a nice feature!
The power switch has also been redesigned for quick and easy shutoff with hands, knees or hips. A plastic safety lockout [looked more like a mini plastic knife] for the power switch is provided. I was not a fan of this as these parts tend to fall out or get lost.
