{"product_id":"powermatic-12-parallelogram-helical-cutterhead-jointer-with-armorglide-3hp-1ph-230v","title":"Powermatic 12\" Parallelogram Helical Cutterhead Jointer with ArmorGlide 3hp, 1PH, 230V - PM1-1791307T","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePowermatic 12\" Parallelogram Helical Cutterhead Jointer with ArmorGlide 3hp, 1PH, 230V - PM1-1791307T\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow featuring ArmorGlide Technology, the Powermatic 1285T 12-Inch Jointer offers big capacity and performance in a machine loaded with features. A large center-mounted fence assembly adjusts easily by a rack and pinion system with ram lock. Preset stops on the fence body allow for fast angle set-up at 45° in and out, and a positive stop for perfect 90° angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe parallelogram design keeps the table in close proximity to the cutterhead for improved finish and allows for a fast depth of cut adjustment. This design also ensures the tables remain perfectly parallel even after years of tough duty. This model features a helical cutterhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced visibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe dark surface reduces glare, so you can see where you're cutting better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRust resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDitch the steel wool and never worry about rust again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow friction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCoated tables require 50% less force, so you get more control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance-free:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGet rid of the waxes and messy cleaning supplies, so you can do more of what you love.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eArmorGlide tables can withstand 250,000 passes without showing signs of wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArmorGlide Technology gives you a low-friction, industrial-grade coating on the work surface that is rust resistant, requires less maintenance, and gives you more control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelical cutterhead features 42 two-sided carbide inserts for fast knife changes with no adjustments and a quiet, clean cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge 12\" x 84\" precision ground cast iron table surface for heavy-duty work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParallelogram design ensures close table-to-cutterhead proximity and fast depth of cut adjustments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRack and pinion adjustable cast iron fence assembly allows for smooth fence positioning without play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTable \"lips\" on both sides of cutterhead aid in noise reduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.tg  {border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0;}\n.tg td{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg th{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  font-weight:normal;overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg .tg-1wig{font-weight:bold;text-align:left;vertical-align:top}\n.tg .tg-0lax{text-align:left;vertical-align:top}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"tg\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eStyle (Type)\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003cth class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003ePlaner \/ Cutterhead Machine\u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eCutterhead Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e5,000 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eCutting Capacity (W × D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e11-3\/4\" × 3\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eMotor Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e3 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eMotor Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e230V\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eNumber of Knives\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e44\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eDust Port Outside Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eMin. Dust Collection Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e800 CFM\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eRecommended Circuit Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e30 Amps\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ax6FRGYe8ug?si=Wt0aC6I1Ubru_cE2\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial Sanding Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Built for professional woodworking environments requiring consistent thickness control and high-quality surface finishes. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful 20HP Motor System\u003c\/strong\u003e – Delivers strong, reliable sanding power for continuous production workloads. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e37\" Wide Sanding Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e – Handles large panels, doors, tabletops, and oversized woodworking components with ease. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic Thickness Control\u003c\/strong\u003e – Helps achieve precise, repeatable material thickness while reducing setup time. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariable-Speed Feed Conveyor\u003c\/strong\u003e – Allows adjustment for different materials, sanding grits, and finishing requirements. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePneumatic Belt Tracking System\u003c\/strong\u003e – Maintains smooth belt alignment, improves abrasive life, and supports consistent finishes. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Thickness Readout\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides quick monitoring and accurate adjustments for production-level accuracy. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-Motor Design\u003c\/strong\u003e – Separates sanding, feed, and table movement functions for smoother operation under heavy loads. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Safety Features\u003c\/strong\u003e – Integrated braking system helps improve operator control during demanding applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e                   \u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A  \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What is the Powermatic 12\" Parallelogram Jointer used for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: This jointer is designed for flattening, straightening, and preparing wood surfaces for accurate woodworking projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What is the benefit of the helical cutterhead?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: The helical cutterhead provides quieter operation, reduced tear-out, smoother cuts, and long-lasting carbide insert performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What makes the parallelogram table design useful?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: The design maintains cutterhead alignment while allowing quick and precise depth adjustments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What is ArmorGlide technology?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: ArmorGlide creates a low-friction, rust-resistant surface that helps wood move smoothly across the table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Is the PM1-1791307T suitable for professional woodworking?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Yes, its 3 HP motor, 12\" capacity, and heavy-duty construction make it ideal for workshops and production use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What power requirements does this jointer need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It operates on 230V single-phase power with a 3 HP motor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What materials can this jointer handle?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It is designed for jointing hardwoods, softwoods, and other compatible wood materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Who is the Powermatic 12\" Jointer ideal for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It is ideal for cabinetmakers, furniture builders, professional woodworkers, and serious woodworking shops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e                 \u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips    \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean dust, chips, and debris from the cutterhead, tables, and fence after each use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the ArmorGlide table surface clean and protected for smooth stock movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect helical cutter inserts regularly and rotate or replace worn inserts as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck fence alignment and parallelogram table adjustments for accurate jointing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLubricate moving parts, slides, and adjustment mechanisms as recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove resin buildup from cutterhead and surfaces to maintain cutting quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep dust collection ports clear for efficient airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect belts, bearings, and drive components for wear or damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTighten bolts, handles, and hardware regularly for safe operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore the jointer in a dry environment to help prevent rust and corrosion.   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Powermatic","offers":[{"title":"Default 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