Large vollume dust collection bag filters particles to 5 microns
Large cast-iron table tilts from 45-90 degrees
Editorial Review:
This 12" Disc Sander is built for day-in and day-out use; with its 1-1/2HP motor, it is virtually unstoppable. The poly v-belt drive system is quiet and virtually vibration free. Inside the stand is a complete blower unit to move dust into a 5-micron filter. It is easily opened and sealed with a zippered hook-and-loop flap. The machine comes with an extra large miter gauge with extruded front, and a circle jig. The cast iron table tilts from 90° to 45° with preset stops. A manual brake will quickly stop disc rotation.
Powermatic has a reputation among woodworkers for offering uncompromised power and quality in all their tools, and this 12-inch disc sander is no exception. Designed and built for full-time shops in need of a disc sander that can perform day in and day out for a lifetime, this sanding machine comes with the stability and storage space of a full cabinet with a hinged door. The sander is powered by a 1-1/2-horsepower, totally enclosed, fan-cooled motor, that also drives a built-in dust collection impeller. A high-volume 5-micron bag collects all the dust efficiently, and is easily opened with a zippered and Velcro-sealed flap at the bottom. The cast-iron table is as solid as they come, and tilts from 90 to 45 degrees with preset stops. There's also a manual brake allowing you to quickly stop the disc after sanding. To sweeten the deal, Powermatic includes a circle jig and a deluxe miter gauge with every sander. --Brian Trinen
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 3.5 / 5.0
Solid, Smooth, and Quiet:
I ordered this "disc sander-only" version because I did not want a combo unit with a belt sander constantly running. My unit arrived without a hitch, well packed, and in fine shape. The shipper was first rate and the driver helped off load it into my garage and would not accept a tip. Unlike the other reviewer's experience, my unit's set up came from the factory "dead on" and is extremely quiet and smooth running. I am quite happy with this purchase. I installed hook and loop sanding discs. Just watch your... more info
Tony:
There were a couple of features that attracted me to this unit like the built in dust-collection and the circle sanding. However, so far I am disappointed with the unit. It has severe run out on the disc(3/64in.) on the outside edge. Powermatic sent me a new disc and it is almost as bad. Still waiting to hear from them. I purchased this unit because it was a Powermatic and expected the quality to be set to a higher standard.
