{"product_id":"powermatic-pj882-8-parallelogram-straight-knife-jointer","title":"Powermatic PJ882 8\" Parallelogram Straight Knife Jointer - PM9-1610079","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePowermatic PJ882 8\" Parallelogram Straight Knife Jointer - PM9-1610079\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8\" Parallelogram Jointer offers performance and value in a machine loaded with features. This machine has an extra long 82\" bed for better work support. It is also equipped with an innovative, single handwheel design that tilts the fence in and out with positive stops at +\/-45° and 90°. A non-mar insert in the fence contacts the table to avoid scratching the surface during adjustments.\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 insures the table remains perfectly parallel, even after years of tough duty. The 1\/8\" depth limiter control knob gives you quick adjustment ability and safety. A quick twist of the knob will disable this feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis jointer features a Powermatic controlled chip 3-knife cutterhead for a safe, smooth cut every time. Powerful 2HP motor is totally enclosed in a heavily constructed steel stand providing plenty of power for the most demanding jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-mount switch for operator convenience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-steel base cabinet provides solid footing, houses the motor, and sends the dust to 4\" diameter port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach corner of the infeed and outfeed tables has an adjustable cam for correcting coplanar misalignments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge 8\" x 82\" precision ground cast iron table surface for heavy-duty work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParallelogram design allows for easy and accurate adjustment of tables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParallelogram design for close table-to-cutterhead proximity and fast depth of cut adjustments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented handwheel with worm gear system for precise fence tilting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraight knife cutterhead with 3 high speed steel knives create a clean cut\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\"\u003eJointer\u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eCuts Per Minute\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e21,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eCutterhead Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e3-1\/16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eCutterhead Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e7,000 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\"\u003e8\" × 1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eDust Collection Minimum Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e600 CFM\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\"\u003eInfeed Table Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e44\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eMotor Amps\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e9 Amps\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\"\u003e2 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\"\u003ePrewired 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\"\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eRabbeting Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e1\/2\"\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\"\u003e20 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eType of Cutterhead\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003eStraight Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think    \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Jointing Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for accurate face and edge jointing, making it ideal for furniture, cabinetry, and fine woodworking. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8\" Cutting Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e – Handles a wide range of boards and project materials while maintaining precision. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight Knife Cutterhead\u003c\/strong\u003e – Features three high-speed steel knives for clean, consistent cuts and dependable performance. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParallelogram Table Design\u003c\/strong\u003e – Keeps tables aligned with the cutterhead while allowing smoother depth adjustments. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful 2HP Motor\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides reliable cutting strength for hardwoods and demanding workshop tasks. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-Long 82\" Cast Iron Bed\u003c\/strong\u003e – Offers better support for longer boards and improves overall jointing accuracy. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Fence System\u003c\/strong\u003e – Worm-gear handwheel adjustment and positive stops help achieve accurate angles. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-Duty Build\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cast iron construction helps reduce vibration and supports long-term workshop reliability.               \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A    \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What is the Powermatic PJ882 8\" Parallelogram Jointer used for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: The PJ882 is designed for flattening, straightening, and preparing wood surfaces for precise woodworking projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What type of cutterhead does the PJ882 use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It features a straight-knife cutterhead with three high-speed steel knives for clean, accurate cuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What is the advantage of the parallelogram table design?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: The parallelogram system keeps the table aligned with the cutterhead while allowing smooth depth adjustments and consistent results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Is the PJ882 suitable for professional woodworking?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Yes, its heavy-duty construction, 2 HP motor, and precision features make it suitable for furniture makers, cabinet shops, and serious woodworkers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What is the table size of this jointer?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It includes an 8\" x 82\" precision-ground cast iron table for improved support when working with longer boards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What power requirements does this model need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: The PJ882 operates on 230V single-phase power with a 2 HP motor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Does the fence offer adjustable angles?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Yes, the fence uses a handwheel system with positive stops for common angles including 45° and 90°.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Who is the Powermatic PJ882 ideal for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It is ideal for professional woodworkers, cabinetmakers, furniture builders, and advanced woodworking enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e               \u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips    \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean wood chips, dust, and debris from the cutterhead, tables, and fence after each use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the table surfaces clean and apply protective coating to prevent rust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect straight knives regularly and sharpen or replace when dull or damaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck knife alignment and cutterhead settings for accurate jointing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the fence and parallelogram adjustment mechanisms clean and properly aligned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLubricate moving parts, slides, and adjustment points as recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove resin buildup from knives and surfaces to maintain cutting performance.\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 periodically for safe operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Powermatic","offers":[{"title":"Default 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