The new PM1800 Bandsaw is a part of the new breed of high performance products from Powermatic - the Gold Standard since 1921.Designed with an enormous 18" resaw, multi-step blade tension, precision blade guides, and a 5HP motor hungry for hardwoods, this powerhouse comes standard with all the extra features you've come to expect from Powermatic.

• Blade tension lever has full tension, partial tension, and release settings for easy blade changes and tracking
• Micro-adjustable, virtually tool-less bearing guide system gives close blade control while reducing friction
• Special grooved thrust bearing stabilizes smaller blades
• Heavy duty T-style rip fence has adjustable aluminum resaw fence
• Large 24" x 24" cast iron table
• 2-inch diameter solid steel pin for resaw work
• 18-inch resaw, and 18-inch blade to column capacity
• Magnetic starter with power indicator lamp and jumbo stop
• Solid chrome knobs and handles ensure solid grip and firm locking of parts
• Computer balanced cast iron wheels reduce vibration
• Dual 4-inch exhaust ports for effective dust and chip removal
• Adjustable miter gauge with stops