Powermatic 1791273 Model 25A 1/2, 3/4, and 1-Inch Interchangeable Spindle 3 Horsepower Shaper, 230-Volt 1 Phase

by Powermatic

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The 1791273 Model 25A Shaper has a spindle assembly that is mounted to the bottom of an extra-large, extra stable cast iron table that makes this Shaper a favorite among woodworkers. Power is supplied by a 3HP 1ph 230V motor. A reversible two speed, 7,500 and 10,000 RPM, spindle along with independently adjustable left and right fences facilitate the manipulation of stock. Fully adjustable work piece hold-downs enable precision accuracy. A positive detent spindle lock means easy cutter setup. A 4-inch dust collection port with a built into the fence offers a cleaner workspace.

Specifications:

• Table size: 19.25" x 25.5"
• Table opening: 6-3/16"
• Insert opening: 3-1/4"
• Spindle size: 1/2", 3/4", 1"
• Table height: 34"
• Undernut capacity: 1/2" x 3-1/2"; 3/4 x 3-1/2", 1 x 3-1/2"
• Spindle speeds: 7,500 and 10,000 RPM
• Spindle rotation: Forward or reverse
• Spindle travel: 3-3/4"
• Collet router bit adaptor (standard) 1/4" and 1/2"
• Dust chute diameter: 4"
• Overall dimensions: 37 x 29 x 25 inches
• Weight: 400 pounds

Standard Equipment:

• 3HPTEFC motor with magnetic controls
• Reversing switch
• Adjustable fence with 4" dust collection port
• T-slot mitre gauge
• Starting pin
• Workpiece hold-downs
• 1/4" and 1/2" collet router bit adapters
• 1/2", 3/4" and 1" spindles

Product Description

Powermatic Shaper Uses Two Speed Reversible Spindle For Versatility

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 25.5 x 29.5 x 37 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 500 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: B00062NEZ0
• Item model number: 1791273
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #453,343 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

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20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Powermatic quality ends with globalization..., February 2, 2007

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Jason Diven (Northern California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Powermatic 1791273 Model 25A 1/2, 3/4, and 1-Inch Interchangeable Spindle 3 Horsepower Shaper, 230-Volt 1 Phase (Tools & Home Improvement)

First of all, I am preaching to the choir when I complain about how disappointing it is that nearly all the old American tool manufactures are no longer manufacturing tools in the US. It does not bode well for our future...but I digress. A case in point is the Powermatic 25A shaper, which is stamped 'made in Taiwan.' The main problem with this shaper is the fence, which would be okay if the manufacturing quality was not so poor. The hold down bolts appear to have been made out of round, and they move the fence around as you tighten them. The infeed and outfeed fences are made to be adjustable in and out from the shaper spindle, to accomadate shaper cutters of different diameters. However, they don't move in a smooth parallel path! Powermatic provided gib screws, but because the castings are so rough, a 1/2" adjustment of the infeed fence causes it to move out of parallel approximately 1/4" !! Moreover, the shaper does have a noticeable amount of vibration with intermittent rattles, even with no spindle or shaper cutter installed. Overall, the quality level is a joke, and Powermatic is apparently becoming equivalent to Central Machinery/Harbor Freight. With this poor level of build quality, the most galling part of my transaction is the premium price I paid for what amounts to a Taiwanese tool with yellow paint!! Powermatic, I am a professional, and I won't be back. I will still buy your old tools, however.