Is the PM2000 worth it over a cheaper 3 HP cabinet saw?

If you regularly cut thick hardwood or run a small shop, the extra power and the larger tables are the main reasons to step up. For lighter hobby use, a 3 HP saw covers most work with less weight and simpler setup.

Does it need a dedicated 240V circuit?

Yes. A 5 HP motor draws enough current that it needs a 240V circuit sized for it, so check your shop wiring before buying.

How does it compare with the previous PM2000?

The current model adds a digital tilt readout, a redesigned arbor lock reachable from above the table, and hydraulic casters with more travel. The core cabinet, trunnion and 5 HP motor carry over.

Can one person move it?

The hydraulic casters let one person roll it once it is assembled, but lifting it onto the casters and moving it over rough floors still takes care. Plan for help during setup.

What saw blade and accessories come with it?

It ships with a standard blade and the riving knife, but most owners buy a better combination blade and add outfeed support for long rips.

Does the riving knife stay on for non-through cuts?

The quick-release riving knife sits close to the blade and is meant to stay installed for most cuts. Remove it only for dados and other non-through operations.

Where is the Powermatic 5HP Table Saw cheapest?

At Beaver Industrial Supply, for $5,939.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Powermatic 5HP Table Saw?

Rated 2.8 out of 5 from 43 ratings.

Where can I buy the Powermatic 5HP Table Saw?

9 stores we checked sell it, including Toolstoday.com, Beaver Industrial Supply, Tractor Supply Company, The Home Depot, JB Tools.

Powermatic 5HP Table Saw

Best price now

$5,939.00at Beaver Industrial SupplyChecked Nov 9

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What reviewers say

2.8 / 543 ratings

Ratings are low overall, and the complaints are mostly about setup and quality control rather than cutting power. Owners who got a well-aligned unit praise the motor, the tables and the mobility system.

What people mention

SetupCriticisedOwners say initial assembly and alignment take a long time and often need rework.
Build qualityMixedThe cast iron and trunnion feel substantial, but some units arrive with flatness or alignment flaws.
Motor powerPraisedThe 5 HP motor rips thick hardwood without slowing.
MobilityPraisedThe retractable hydraulic casters lift and roll the saw over thresholds more easily than the previous model.
Digital readoutMixedThe tilt readout helps repeat bevel cuts, but some owners question its long-term reliability.
Dust collectionMixedThe port captures most dust, yet debris still collects inside the cabinet.

About the Powermatic 5HP Table Saw

The Powermatic PM2000 is a 5 HP cabinet table saw with oversized cast iron tables. The table and extension wings have matching beveled edges. A wide-stance, heavy-duty box trunnion and concave teeth on the trunnion gears make raising and tilting the blade easier.

The arbor lock lever is reachable from above the table top, so blade changes don't need two arbor wrenches. A quick-release lever makes riving knife changes simple, and the riving knife design helps reduce the chance of kickback. The blade tilt scale has an integrated digital readout and adjustable angle indicators for repeated bevel cuts. The Accu-Fence system is built for precise cuts.

A Poly-V drive belt carries power from the motor to the arbor with virtually no vibration and less heat build-up. The saw has a built-in dust collection port, with access to the inside of the cabinet for clean-up. A retractable hydraulic caster system lifts the saw higher than the previous model to help it roll over thresholds. The safety switch has a magnetic interlock, and the stop button can be activated with a knee. The saw is CSA certified.

Style

Cabinet saw

Motor

5 HP, 3-phase, 230/460V, 13/6.5A

Prewired voltage

230V

Blade diameter

10 in.

Arbor speed

4,500 RPM

Table

Cast iron, 22 x 30-1/2 in.