Powermatic PJ1696 16" Helical Head Jointer - PM9-1791283

Powermatic PJ1696 16" Helical Head Jointer

This 16" jointer offers big capacity and performance in a machine that is loaded with features. Large center-mounted fence assembly adjusts easily on a rack and pinion system with ram lock. Preset stops on the fence body allow for fast angle set-up at 45° in and out, and a positive stop for perfect 90° angles.

The parallelogram design keeps the table in close proximity to the cutterhead for improved finish and allows for a fast depth of cut adjustment. This design also ensures the tables remain perfectly parallel even after years of tough duty. The specially designed solid steel helical cutterhead consists of six rows of precision ground staggered inserts. This system makes fast work of knife changing and never needs adjustment. The heavy-duty 7-1/2HP motor delivers all the power you need for even the biggest jobs.

• Cast iron fence bevel controls with positive stops at 45° and 90°
• Extra-long cast iron infeed and outfeed tables
• Full size rabbeting table supports large workpieces for rabbets up to 3/4" deep
• Helical cutterhead with 58 two-sided knife inserts reduces noise, eliminates adjustments, and speeds knife change
• Large 16" x 96" precision ground cast iron table surface for maximum support and fine finish
• Parallelogram construction maintains close table-to-cutterhead proximity and ensures table parallelism
• Rack and pinion adjustable cast iron fence system for smoother fence positioning and sturdy work support