Powermatic 1660802K Model 66 Special Edition 10-Inch Left Tilt 3-Horsepower Cabinet Saw with 30-Inch Accu-Fence, 1 Cast Iron Extension Wing, and Table Board, 230-Volt 1-Phase

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If you've always wanted to own Powermatic's model 66 table saw, but you've held off because of the space it demands, then take a close look at Powermatic's Special Edition 66, built with the home workshop in mind. This is a piece of shop equipment that makes a toolhound's heart beat faster. The eye-catching high-grade cast-iron top is machine-polished to a mirror finish. The saw's table--impressively thick and durable--has both a cast-iron wing extension and a laminated extension (total surface: 28 by 53-3/4 inches). With one of the heaviest cast-iron trunnions on any 10-inch saw on the market, the model 66 virtually snuffs out vibration. The double drive-belt system--hooked up to the burly 3-horsepower motor--delivers pretty astonishing power. A C-flange mount takes the weight of the motor, so the blade cranks up or down easily without the extra weight. The saw's hand wheels are also made of cast iron and have excellent clearance.

The heart of any table saw, arguably, is the fence--and Powermatic's Special Edition 66 sports the award-winning Accu-Fence, a system that uses only two moving parts to create easy-gliding, precision, no-budge fence action. The left-tilting blade tilts away from the fence, which helps prevent kickback and binding of the stock, making for smoother cuts. The two-sided blade guards work independently of each other, so the blade is always covered. The guards also swing totally out of the way to make blade changes easy. Behind the blade, there are antikickback pawls for added safety. The saw's base has a clean-out door, allowing you easy access to the saw body and making cleanup a snap--no reaching around the saw components or having to remove the motor cover. You'll also receive a load of extras, including a dado insert, a motor cover, and an extension table and legs. Admittedly, this isn't a cheap saw; without a doubt, however, it is an excellent one that would make a great addition to any shop. As with almost everything, you get what you pay for--in the case of Powermatic's Special Edition 66, you get a fantastic piece of equipment your friends will envy. --Jon Groebner

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Arbor Diameter (in.) 5/8 Blade Diameter (in.) 10 Brand Powermatic Distance Between Sliding Table and Blade (in.) n.a. Dust Collection Adapter Port 4" dia. Dust Collection Minimum CFM Required 350 Dust Port Diameter (OD/in.) 4 Height 34 inch Leg Stand with Steel Storage n.a. Length 53 inch Maximum Cross Cut (in.) n.a. Maximum Depth of Cut (in.) 3-1/8 Maximum Depth of Cut at 45 Degrees (in.) 2-1/8 Maximum Diameter of Dado (in.) 8 Maximum Rip Left of Blade (in.) 12 Maximum Rip Right of Blade (in.) 50 Maximum Width of Dado (in.) 13/16 Miter Gauge Type standard Model Number 66 Motor Amps 15 Motor HP 3HP Motor Phase 1Ph Motor Voltage 230V Net Weight 455 pound Overall Dimensions 73-3/4 x 32 x 34 Part Number 1660802K Prewired n.a. Rapid Wing Extension n.a. Ship Weight 510 pound Table Height (in.) 34 Table in Front of Saw Blade at Maximum Depth of Cut (in.) 12 Table Size with Standard Extension (L x W/in.) 28 x 37-1/2 Table Size without Extension (L x W/in.) 28 x 21-1/2 Table Size without Wings (L x W/in.) 28 x 21-1/2 Table Type cast iron Width 32 inch

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• Shipping Weight: 548.6 pounds
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• Item model number: 1660802K
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
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79 of 79 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lives Up to Its Reputation, March 8, 2000

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This review is from: Powermatic 1660802K Model 66 Special Edition 10-Inch Left Tilt 3-Horsepower Cabinet Saw with 30-Inch Accu-Fence, 1 Cast Iron Extension Wing, and Table Board, 230-Volt 1-Phase (Tools & Home Improvement)

And it ought to for the price. I bought the homeshop edition because I had no use for the aircraft-carrier-sized extension tables on the regular model. The tilt mechanism works smoothly and easily, and little effort is required to bring the blade back to 90º. The fence is more heavily built than the Biesemeyer I saw on a Unisaw at a WW show. Everyting was spot on out of the box. No tune-up was needed. It took me about a hour to get it ready to use. The buyer has to supply his own 220 plug and cord. It doesn't come with a cast-iron wing on the right side, but I haven't been bothered by the lack. I even like the color; I hope Jet (Powermatic's new owner) doesn't change it. If Amazon is offering delivery by FedEx, I highly recommend that choice.

70 of 71 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best American Tablesaw, March 11, 2001

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This review is from: Powermatic 1660802K Model 66 Special Edition 10-Inch Left Tilt 3-Horsepower Cabinet Saw with 30-Inch Accu-Fence, 1 Cast Iron Extension Wing, and Table Board, 230-Volt 1-Phase (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've used many tablesaws over 20 years, and this one ranks among the very best. It is directly comparable to the Canadian General, though with far better customer support and parts availablity. To save money, I considered getting a Delta, but when I compared the two side by side at a local shop, I was amazed by the difference. The Powermatic is so much more solid, has such better precision, and in general just feels so much better than the DElta that the $300 more that it costs is easy to justify. This is just a far better tool than the Delta. To be specific: I gave the two saws a thorough going-over with my Starret straightedge and calipers, and really looked at precision, construction quality, and design. The Delta came out looking flimsy and even shoddy, though I still think it's a good saw for home shops. THe Powermatic is downright burly and its precision is amazing. The iron table in particular is glass-smooth and showed NO LIGHT under my .01" Starret rule. A great bit of milling. I especially like the fence, which is constructed sorta like the Biesmeier, but heavier. The tilt and depth of cut wheels are heavy and turn very smoothly. Returning to 90 degrees is easy. The Delta blade guard is too flexible. The Powermatic's works well and feels safely rigid. The only things I don't like about the Powermatic: the three-wheel rolling base is not as good as Delta's, and the laminated table is too flexible for heavy loads.

65 of 66 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worth every penny - and then some!, January 4, 2001

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Brian Young (Redmond, WA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Powermatic 1660802K Model 66 Special Edition 10-Inch Left Tilt 3-Horsepower Cabinet Saw with 30-Inch Accu-Fence, 1 Cast Iron Extension Wing, and Table Board, 230-Volt 1-Phase (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is one awesome table saw! I used to have a Grizzly contractor saw that drove me nuts - the fence and blade required constant re-adjustment. I've had my PM 66 for 3 years, and have cut thousands of board feet of lumber - haven't even re-adjusted the fence once! Dead-on accurate everytime.

Recommendations: - Get the 52" table extension. I dropped a Rout-R-Lift router base into the extension table to save space in my shop, and LOVE the ability to use the PM 66 fence for dadoes and rabbets on plywood projects (bookcases, TV stands, etc).

- Get the HTC mobile base. Easy to move the saw, and locks in solid. With the weight of the PM 66, this provides a completely stabile, yet mobile, cabinet saw.

- Wire the motor for 220V. Runs whisper quiet. Also, if you get the HTC mobile base, spend a few extra $$ and get a long, heavy-gauge electrical cord that you wire into the motor. I can move my saw anywhere in my shop, plug it into the 220V receptacle, and never worry about tripping over the cord.

- Don't think twice about the cost, if you are a professional or serious hobbyist. Fit and finish are superb. Dead-on accurate. Rock solid. Own one, and you'll understand.