Powermatic 1791283 7-1/2 HP, 3 PH, 230/460 V Model PJ1696 16" Jointer PLUS Helical Control Head
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Highlights:
- Helical cutterhead with 2-sided knife inserts reduces noise, eliminates adjustments and speeds knife changes
- Parallelogram construction maintains close table-to-cutterhead proximity and ensures table parallelism
- Large 96" x 16" table surface for maximum support and fine finish
- Rack and pinion adjustable cast iron fence system for smoother fence positioning and sturdy work support
- Full size rabbeting table supports large workpieces for rabbets up to 3/4" deep
- 7.5HP Motor for industrial duty
This 16" jointer offers big capacity and performance in a machine that is loaded with features. Large center-mounted fence assembly adjusts easily on 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. The 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. The specially designed solid steel helical cutterhead consists of six rows of precision ground staggered inserts. This system makes fast work of knife changing and never needs adjustment. The heavy-duty 7-1/2HP motor delivers all the power you need for even the biggest jobs.
The 1791283 includes:
- Helical cutterhead with inserts
- Tilting fence
- Dust collection adaptor
- Cutterhead guard
- Tool kit
Tech Specs:
- Part Number: 1791283
- Cutting Capacity: 16" x 3/4"
- Cutterhead Speed: 5200 RPM
- Cuts per Minute: 20,800
- Number of Knives: 58 two-sided inserts
- Rabbeting Capacity: 3/4"
- Rabbeting Ledge: 5" x 24-1/2"
- Table Height: 37-1/2"
- Table Size: 96" x 16"
- Fence Size: 47-1/4" x 5-1/4"
- Fence Tilts: 45 degrees in/out
- Fence Positive Stops: 45, 90, -45 degrees
- Dust Port Diameter: 6 OD/in
- Dust Collection Minimum CFM Required: 800
- Motor: 7.5 HP, 3 Phase, 230/460 Volt (Prewired 230 Volt)
- Model Number: PJ1696
- Overall Dimensions: 96" x 46" x 43"
- Weight: 1280 pounds

This item is covered by WMH's 1 Year Warranty.
WMH Stands behind every product it sells with outstanding customer service and support. Their multitude of service repair centers offer quick turnarounds and most of the time they can authorize warranty repair, assist you in locating replacement parts, and perform routine maintenance and large repairs on your tools and machinery. To find a service center near you, please call 1-800-274-6848.
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