- Does the Powermatic 64B-50 need a special outlet?
- Yes. It runs on 230 V, so you need a 230 V circuit, not a standard 120 V household outlet. Confirm your shop wiring before buying.
- Can it rip a full sheet of plywood?
- Yes. The 50-inch rip capacity lets you cut a 4x8 sheet with room to spare on the fence side. You still need infeed and outfeed support for long sheets.
- Is it a cabinet saw or a contractor saw?
- It is a contractor-style saw with the motor and trunnions under the table. It sits between jobsite saws and full cabinet saws in mass and power.
- How hard is it to move?
- Hard. At about 293 lb it is best left in place; use a mobile base or a helper if you need to reposition it.
- What blade size does it take?
- It uses a 10-inch blade with a 5/8-inch arbor, the common size for this class. A quality combination blade improves results over the stock blade.
- Is it worth it over a cheaper jobsite saw?
- If the saw stays in one shop, the cast-iron top, fence and dust enclosure are a real step up from jobsite models. If you need portability or only have 120 V power, a jobsite saw fits better.
- Where is the Powermatic 64B-50 cheapest?
- At The Home Depot, for $3,013.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Powermatic 64B-50?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Tractor Supply Co, Msc Industrial Supply, JB Tools.