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Powermatic PM1500T

The Powermatic PM1500T is Powermatic's ArmorGlide 15-Inch Woodworking Bandsaw, 3 HP, 230V 1Ph, listed with a resaw capacity of 14” (355mm) and 3 HP. Powermatic published every figure here; each one links to its source.

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PM1500T specifications published by Powermatic (6)
Resaw capacity
14” (355mm)Powermatic PM1500T owner's manual

Every row is Powermatic's own wording, read on 2026-09-28. Check the current PM1500T specification on Powermatic's site before buying; makers revise their tools.

The PM1500T manual

Powermatic publishes Powermatic's owner's manual for the PM1500T (PDF) and the parts list or diagram (PDF) on its own site. The PM1500T manual covers setup, adjustment and the guards, and it is worth reading before you buy as well as after.

From the PM1500T manual and Powermatic's product page (4)
Blade length
153 +/-1/2” (3886mm)Powermatic PM1500T owner's manual
Blade width range
Minimum 1/8” (3.2mm); Maximum 1” (25.4mm)Powermatic PM1500T owner's manual
Blade provided
hook type, 3/8” x 0.065” x 6 TPIPowermatic PM1500T owner's manual
Minimum dust extraction
600 CFMPowermatic PM1500T owner's manual

Read on Powermatic's own pages; each row links to where it is written.

Before you buy the PM1500T

  • Power supply. Powermatic lists 230V Single Phase for the PM1500T. The manual says what circuit the PM1500T needs.
  • Dust port. Powermatic lists 4 in.; match it to your extractor or collector's hose.

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PM1500T vs PM1500

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PM1500T: questions answered from Powermatic's specification

How powerful is the Powermatic PM1500T?

Powermatic rates the PM1500T at 3 HP.

Source: ArmorGlide 15in Bandsaw 3HP 230V 1Ph PM1500T | Powermatic

What voltage does the Powermatic PM1500T run on?

Powermatic lists the PM1500T at 230V Single Phase. The manual states the circuit it needs.

Source: ArmorGlide 15in Bandsaw 3HP 230V 1Ph PM1500T | Powermatic

How tall a board can the Powermatic PM1500T resaw?

Powermatic lists a resaw capacity of 14” (355mm) for the PM1500T.

Source: Powermatic PM1500T owner's manual

What size is the dust port on the Powermatic PM1500T?

Powermatic lists the dust port on the PM1500T as 4 in.

Source: ArmorGlide 15in Bandsaw 3HP 230V 1Ph PM1500T | Powermatic

What warranty does Powermatic give on the PM1500T?

Powermatic lists the warranty on the PM1500T as: 5 Year.

Source: ArmorGlide 15in Bandsaw 3HP 230V 1Ph PM1500T | Powermatic

Where is the manual for the Powermatic PM1500T?

Powermatic publishes the PM1500T manual on its own site; the link is under "The manual" on this page.

Source: Powermatic PM1500T owner's manual

What does Powermatic say about blade length on the PM1500T?

Per Powermatic's own pages for the PM1500T: 153 +/-1/2” (3886mm).

Source: Powermatic PM1500T owner's manual

What does Powermatic say about blade width range on the PM1500T?

Per Powermatic's own pages for the PM1500T: Minimum 1/8” (3.2mm); Maximum 1” (25.4mm).

Source: Powermatic PM1500T owner's manual

What does Powermatic say about blade provided on the PM1500T?

Per Powermatic's own pages for the PM1500T: hook type, 3/8” x 0.065” x 6 TPI.

Source: Powermatic PM1500T owner's manual

What does Powermatic say about minimum dust extraction on the PM1500T?

Per Powermatic's own pages for the PM1500T: 600 CFM.

Source: Powermatic PM1500T owner's manual

Sources

  1. ArmorGlide 15in Bandsaw 3HP 230V 1Ph PM1500T | Powermatic — Powermatic
  2. Powermatic PM1500T owner's manual — Powermatic