Powered by a heavy duty 1 HP, 1phase 115/230Volt TEFC motor for the big jobs
Head mounted dual laser guide system provides a consistent drilling cross point on the workpiece
A new larger table system with dual extensions for the largest woodworking table on the market, features twin T-slot grooves for a miter gauge or other homemade jigs
Built in dual LED work lights eliminates cast shadows
Editorial Review:
From the Manufacturer
This new drill press was designed with the woodworker in mind. The Powermatic design has many convenient features that other so called woodworking drill presses do not offer. The twin lasers will pinpoint the bit entry on the work piece. The expandable work table is the industry's largest in this class. The single handle speed changer allows you to run the full range of speeds without ever touching a belt and the front mounted digital readout displays the exact speed the spindle is running. It also features a larger motor than any other drill press in its class to handle the heaviest jobs.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
The pros and cons (at least for me):
First the Pros:
I have always looked on with envy when some of my woodworking friends show off their latest Powermatic tool and so recently when I decided to upgrade my much older drill press, I gulped a couple of times when I saw the price tag on the Powermatic PM2800 but finally convinced myself that I had to have it. Without a doubt it is a feature loaded superbly crafted drill press. The Morse 5/8" chuck, the 1 HP motor, the laser cross hair, the large expandable work surface and the variable... more info
