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Powermatic PM2244
The Powermatic PM2244 is Powermatic's 22-Inch Drum Sander, 1-3/4 HP, 115V 1Ph, listed with a maximum stock thickness of 4 in. Powermatic published every figure here; each one links to its source.
See it comparedWhat a drum sander is for. On drum sanders, WEN Products writes: "They operate similarly to a thickness planer; instead of blades, however, they're equipped with a strip of sandpaper wrapped around a drum to sand a workpiece down to an exact thickness and get an excellent finish."
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PM2244 specifications published by Powermatic (10)
- Motor
- 1-3/4 HPPowermatic PM2244 owner's manual
- Current (amps)
- 14 APowermatic PM2244 owner's manual
- Voltage
- 115 V 1 Ph22in Drum Sander 1-3/4HP 115V 1Ph PM2244 | Powermatic
- Maximum stock thickness
- 4 in.22in Drum Sander 1-3/4HP 115V 1Ph PM2244 | Powermatic
- Speed
- 1720 RPM (drum)Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
- Noise level
- 72 dB at 100cm; 74 dB at 50cmPowermatic PM2244 owner's manual
- Dust port
- 4” (100mm)Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
- Weight
- 328 lb. (149 kg)Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
- Cord length
- 6 ft. (1830 mm)Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
- Warranty
- 5 Year22in Drum Sander 1-3/4HP 115V 1Ph PM2244 | Powermatic
Every row is Powermatic's own wording, read on 2026-09-28. Check the current PM2244 specification on Powermatic's site before buying; makers revise their tools.
The PM2244 manual
Powermatic publishes Powermatic's owner's manual for the PM2244 (PDF) and the parts list or diagram (PDF) on its own site. The PM2244 manual covers setup, adjustment and the guards, and it is worth reading before you buy as well as after.
From the PM2244 manual and Powermatic's product page (3)
- Minimum dust extraction
- 800 CFM (23 CMM)Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
- Capacity
- single pass – 22 in. (559 mm); two passes – 44 in. (1188 mm); maximum thickness 4 in. (102 mm)Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
- Conveyor speed
- infinitely variable within 0 to 10 FPM (0-3 MPM)Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
Powermatic's own wording, row by row, with a link to the page each was read from.
Before you buy the PM2244
- Power supply. Powermatic lists 115 V 1 Ph and 14 A for the PM2244. The manual says what circuit the PM2244 needs.
- Dust port. Powermatic lists 4” (100mm); that is the size your collector's hose or adapter has to meet.
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PM2244: questions answered from Powermatic's specification
How many amps does the Powermatic PM2244 draw?
The Powermatic PM2244 draws 14 A, by Powermatic's figure. The manual states the circuit it needs.
Source: Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
What voltage does the Powermatic PM2244 run on?
Powermatic lists the PM2244 at 115 V 1 Ph. The manual states the circuit it needs.
Source: 22in Drum Sander 1-3/4HP 115V 1Ph PM2244 | Powermatic
What is the thickest stock the Powermatic PM2244 takes?
Powermatic lists a maximum stock thickness of 4 in. for the PM2244.
Source: 22in Drum Sander 1-3/4HP 115V 1Ph PM2244 | Powermatic
What size is the dust port on the Powermatic PM2244?
Powermatic lists the dust port on the PM2244 as 4” (100mm).
Source: Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
How much does the Powermatic PM2244 weigh?
The Powermatic PM2244 weighs 328 lb. (149 kg), by Powermatic's figure.
Source: Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
What warranty does Powermatic give on the PM2244?
Powermatic lists the warranty on the PM2244 as: 5 Year.
Source: 22in Drum Sander 1-3/4HP 115V 1Ph PM2244 | Powermatic
Where is the manual for the Powermatic PM2244?
Powermatic publishes the PM2244 manual on its own site; the link is under "The manual" on this page.
Source: Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
What does Powermatic say about minimum dust extraction on the PM2244?
Per Powermatic's own pages for the PM2244: 800 CFM (23 CMM).
Source: Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
What does Powermatic say about capacity on the PM2244?
Per Powermatic's own pages for the PM2244: single pass – 22 in. (559 mm); two passes – 44 in. (1188 mm); maximum thickness 4 in. (102 mm).
Source: Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
What does Powermatic say about conveyor speed on the PM2244?
Per Powermatic's own pages for the PM2244: infinitely variable within 0 to 10 FPM (0-3 MPM).
Source: Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual
Sources
- 22in Drum Sander 1-3/4HP 115V 1Ph PM2244 | Powermatic — Powermatic
- Powermatic PM2244 owner's manual — Powermatic