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Powermatic PM2014B 14" × 20" Variable Speed Wood Lathe – Professional VFD Performance
The Powermatic PM2014B is a 14-inch swing, 20-inch between-centers variable speed woodworking lathe designed for serious woodturners who require precision, stability, and flexibility in a professional-grade machine. Powered by a 1 HP inverter-driven VFD motor, it delivers smooth performance from a standard 115V single-phase power source, eliminating the need for special electrical wiring.
Three selectable speed ranges (15–900 RPM, 30–1,800 RPM, and 60–3,600 RPM) give the user precise control for everything from aggressive roughing to fine detail finishing. The sliding headstock further enhances versatility by allowing outboard turning and expanded work positioning for larger projects.
Built with heavy cast iron throughout the bed, headstock, and tailstock, the PM2014B provides exceptional vibration damping and structural rigidity. This ensures stable tool control and consistent surface quality across a wide range of turning applications. A hardened steel tool rest improves durability and tool glide, supporting long-term precision work.
The magnetic control box can be repositioned anywhere along the lathe bed for convenience and safety, keeping digital speed readouts and controls within easy reach. A 24-position indexing system allows for accurate, repeatable decorative work, fluting, and segmented turning.
With compatibility for the optional bed extension, the PM2014B can expand between centers from 20 inches to 33 inches, increasing its capability for longer spindle work. Backed by Powermatic’s 5-year warranty and Gold-Glove Service, this lathe is built for long-term professional use.
Features
- 1 HP inverter-driven VFD motor delivers smooth variable speed performance from standard 115V power.
- Three speed ranges provide precise control for roughing, shaping, and finishing operations.
- 14-inch swing over bed and 20-inch between-centers capacity for versatile turning projects.
- Sliding headstock enables outboard turning and improved access for larger workpieces.
- Heavy cast iron construction reduces vibration and increases machining stability.
- Hardened steel tool rest improves durability and tool control during cutting.
- Magnetic control box can be repositioned anywhere along the lathe bed for convenience and safety.
- 24-position indexing system supports accurate decorative and segmented turning.
- Integrated tool caddy keeps accessories organized and within reach.
- Compatible with optional 13" bed extension to expand capacity up to 33 inches between centers.
Specifications
- Model Number: PM2014B
- SKU: PM1-482
- Motor: 1 HP VFD Inverter-Driven
- Input Power: 115V Single Phase
- Motor Phase: Three Phase (Inverter Output)
- Motor Voltage: 230V
- Speed Range: 15–900 / 30–1,800 / 60–3,600 RPM
- Swing Over Bed: 14 in.
- Distance Between Centers: 20 in.
- Headstock Movement: Sliding
- Spindle Indexing: 24 Positions
- Quill Taper: MT2
- Quill Travel: 4-1/2 in.
- Range of Spindle Threads: 8 TPI
- Digital Readout: Yes
- Recommended Circuit Size: 15A
- Net Weight: 266 lbs.
- Gross Weight: 299 lbs.
- Warranty: 5 Year
- UPC: 019907006961
- Prop 65 Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm
Ideal Uses
- Turning bowls, spindles, and decorative woodwork in professional or home workshops.
- Furniture component production such as table legs, chair parts, and bed posts.
- Detailed decorative turning including fluting, texturing, and segmented designs using indexing.
- Outboard turning for larger diameter bowl and faceplate projects.
- Precision finish turning requiring variable speed control and vibration-free performance.
- Custom woodworking shops needing flexible machine setup and repositionable controls.
- Small to mid-sized production environments requiring reliable, repeatable performance.
- Woodturners upgrading from benchtop lathes to a full cast iron floor-standing system.
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