- Can I run this saw on single-phase power?
- No. The motor is three-phase only and is wired for 230V or 460V. You need a three-phase circuit or a rotary phase converter sized for a 5HP motor.
- How does it compare with a 3HP cabinet saw?
- The 5HP motor holds speed better in thick hardwood and long rips. A 3HP saw is enough for most hobby work and is easier to power.
- Does it have a blade brake or flesh-detection safety?
- No. It has a standard magnetic switch and an overload protector but no brake or flesh-sensing system. Use the blade guard, riving knife and push sticks.
- What is the rip capacity with the 50-inch fence?
- The 50-inch Accu-Fence supports rips up to about 50 inches to the right of the blade, enough for full sheets and long boards.
- What comes in the box?
- The saw, Accu-Fence rails and fence, a 10-inch blade, miter gauge, blade guard and riving knife. Check the listing for the exact bundle.
- Is it worth it over a contractor saw?
- For a shop cutting hardwood daily, yes: more power, less vibration and a better fence. For occasional home use, a contractor or hybrid saw is easier to power and move.
- Where is the Powermatic 5HP 3PH 230/460V Table Saw with 50" Accu-Fence System cheapest?
- At Lowe's, for $5,939.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Powermatic 5HP 3PH 230/460V Table Saw with 50" Accu-Fence System?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Lowe's, Msc Industrial Supply, Tractor Supply Co, JB Tools.