Powermatic 1270111 Model 27 1-1/4-Inch Solid Spindle 5 Horsepower Shaper, 230-Volt 1 Phase

by Powermatic

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Model 27 spindle shaper is a rugged,dependable, multi-purpose tool constructed to accommodate two interchangeable spindles and optional 3/4 in., 1 in. and 1-1/4 in. solid spindle for extra heavy duty work. This shaper is also equipped with the new Accu-fence. Model 27 complete with 1-1/4 in. and 3/4 in. spindles, 5 HP, 1 phase, 230 volt motor with controls and reversing switch. Made in the USA.

FEATURES

• Spindle assembly is mounted to table bottom
• Two-speed reversible spindle
• Work piece hold-downs are fully adjustable
• Spindle is mounted in heavy-duty precision ball bearings
• Removable inserts make the use of any cutter safer via undercutting (raised panel cuts)
• Precision fine-tune adjustment is easily accomplished and locked into position with "quick-lock" handles
• Large, 28" x 29-1/2" heavy cast iron table with an 8" extension wing
• T-slot for mitre gauge

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

• Motor with magnetic controls
• Reversing switch
• Accu-Fence
• 4" dust collection port
• Work piece hold-downs
• Starting pins
• Wrenches
• Table inserts, 3 each
• Motor cover

SPECIFICATIONS
Spindle Speeds (RPM): 7000 & 10000
Reversing
Insert Opening Diameter (in): 2-15/16, 1-5/16, 4-3/16
Table Opening Diameter (in): 5
Spindle Size (in): 1-1/4, 1, 1/2 - 3/4
Under Nut (in): 1 1/4) 4-7/8, (1) 4-7/8, (1/2) 2-1/4, (3/4) 3
Router Bit Collet Size (in): 1/2, 1/4
Spindle Travel (in): 3
Table Size (W x D/in): 28 x 29-1/2
Fence Size (in): 2 3-1/4 x 12
Overall Dimensions (W x D x H/in): 28 x 29-1/2 x 38
Motor: 5 HP, 1 Ph, 230V
Shipping Weight (lbs): 488

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 560 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0000225RZ
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 1270111
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #745,193 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The pros and cons, May 23, 2000

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A. Smith "cutterhead" (Camas, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Powermatic 1270111 Model 27 1-1/4-Inch Solid Spindle 5 Horsepower Shaper, 230-Volt 1 Phase (Tools & Home Improvement)

First the cons: ... The fence is fastened to the table duringshipping and the paint was obviously wet when it was shipped as therewas a fair amount of dried paint on the table in the shape of the fence outline. The table also had a slight burr around the spindle opening that had to be removed before wood would slide easily across it. It takes 4 srews/nuts to hold the wooden fence to the metal part - they sent one. No hex key wrenches were included although you need several to adjust the fence. The manual content and orginizaion was so-so. Also, a miter guage would have been nice.

The Pros: once the above problems were corrected and the belt adjusted properly, the machine worked like a charm. The 5 hp motor muscles through cuts with ease and the dust collection works quite well. There is virtually no vibration and it runs more quiter than I'd expected. If you don't mind doing some of the finish work on the tool, it's a nice piece of equipment.

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Industrial strength, November 10, 1999

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Roydan Tomlinson (colorado) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Powermatic 1270111 Model 27 1-1/4-Inch Solid Spindle 5 Horsepower Shaper, 230-Volt 1 Phase (Tools & Home Improvement)

I purchased this not on-line. It is a very good unit and has performed to every expectation I had. Just remember to get a power feed for most work and the fence is tricky to setup the first time.

However I like it much better than the other units because the quality of cut requires no finish sanding and this machine can cut all day long.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Almost a great product, January 2, 2001

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M. Conrad (Carlsbad, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Powermatic 1270111 Model 27 1-1/4-Inch Solid Spindle 5 Horsepower Shaper, 230-Volt 1 Phase (Tools & Home Improvement)

As earlier stated by Alan, the spindle opening had a burr that had to be removed before stock could be shaped, especially with a power feeder. The wood fence attachments need more than two holes bored in them to be able to properly adjust them to all size shaper cutters. The documentation was not up to par. If you spend close to $2,500 for a machine, the documentation should be first rate. For example, I couldn't find any specifications that showed how much of an increment the adjustable fence moves with one revolution (1/32"), nor could I find that information on the height adjustment. Finally, I'm disappointed with the shaper plate. The largest plate has a lip that holds the next smaller plate, and there is no way to use that large plate with a 4" cutter, especially the larger cope and stick cutters. You wind up having to take the ring out completely, or fashion one of your own. Having said all of this, I would still buy this machine. If you have enough confidence to tackle the minor inconveniences mentioned in this and other reviews, I don't think you can find a more solid machine.