3520C vs JWL-1640EVS
The 3520C beside the JET JWL-1640EVS, row by row. Both are lathes with a similar swing: swing 16.5 in. (419 mm) on the JWL-1640EVS, 20 in. on the 3520C, in their makers' figures.
Powermatic 3520C
The Powermatic 3520C is Powermatic's 20" x 35" Woodworking Lathe, 2 HP, 220V 1Ph, listed with a swing of 20 in., a distance between centers of 36 in. and 2 HP. Every figure on this page is Powermatic's own and links to where Powermatic published it.
See it at PowermaticWhat a lathe is for. WEN Products writes: "The distance between centers is the last number to know - this is the maximum workpiece length that can be turned between centers (that is, between two center inserts in the headstock and the tailstock) on the lathe."
3520C specifications published by Powermatic (8)
- Current (amps)
- 10 A, 1Ph (VFD input)Powermatic 3520C owner's manual
- Voltage
- 220V Single Phase20x35in Lathe 2HP 220V 1Ph 3520C | Powermatic
- Distance between centers
- 36 in.20x35in Lathe 2HP 220V 1Ph 3520C | Powermatic
- Noise level
- 78 dB at 20 inches (508mm) from motorPowermatic 3520C owner's manual
- Weight
- 726 lb. (330 kg)Powermatic 3520C owner's manual
- Warranty
- 5 Year20x35in Lathe 2HP 220V 1Ph 3520C | Powermatic
Powermatic's figures for the 3520C, read on 2026-09-28. Powermatic may have revised them since; the current specification and manual are on its site.
The 3520C manual
Powermatic publishes Powermatic's owner's manual for the 3520C (PDF) and the parts list or diagram (PDF) on its own site. Setup, capacities and safety requirements for the 3520C are in the manual; it is the document to read before buying.
From the 3520C manual and Powermatic's product page (5)
- Spindle thread
- 1-1/4” x 8 TPIPowermatic 3520C owner's manual
- Tapers
- Headstock spindle taper #2 Morse; Tailstock quill taper #2 MorsePowermatic 3520C owner's manual
- Spindle speeds
- low 15-1200; high 40-3200 RPMPowermatic 3520C owner's manual
- Swing over bed
- 20” (508 mm)Powermatic 3520C owner's manual
- Distance between centers
- 36 in. (91 cm) with dual bearing centerPowermatic 3520C owner's manual
Each row is our short reading of a passage on Powermatic's pages, linked to where it appears.
Before you buy the 3520C
- Power supply. Powermatic lists 220V Single Phase and 10 A, 1Ph (VFD input) for the 3520C. The manual says what circuit the 3520C needs.
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3520C: questions answered from Powermatic's specification
How powerful is the Powermatic 3520C?
Powermatic rates the 3520C at 2 HP.
How many amps does the Powermatic 3520C draw?
The Powermatic 3520C draws 10 A, 1Ph (VFD input), by Powermatic's figure. Powermatic's manual gives the supply the 3520C needs.
Source: Powermatic 3520C owner's manual
What voltage does the Powermatic 3520C run on?
Powermatic lists the 3520C at 220V Single Phase. Powermatic's manual gives the supply the 3520C needs.
What is the swing of the Powermatic 3520C?
Powermatic lists the swing of the 3520C as 20 in.
How much does the Powermatic 3520C weigh?
The Powermatic 3520C weighs 726 lb. (330 kg), by Powermatic's figure.
Source: Powermatic 3520C owner's manual
What warranty does Powermatic give on the 3520C?
Powermatic lists the warranty on the 3520C as: 5 Year.
Where is the manual for the Powermatic 3520C?
Powermatic publishes the 3520C manual on its own site; the link is under "The manual" on this page.
Source: Powermatic 3520C owner's manual
What does Powermatic say about spindle thread on the 3520C?
Per Powermatic's own pages for the 3520C: 1-1/4” x 8 TPI.
Source: Powermatic 3520C owner's manual
What does Powermatic say about tapers on the 3520C?
Per Powermatic's own pages for the 3520C: Headstock spindle taper #2 Morse; Tailstock quill taper #2 Morse.
Source: Powermatic 3520C owner's manual
What does Powermatic say about spindle speeds on the 3520C?
Per Powermatic's own pages for the 3520C: low 15-1200; high 40-3200 RPM.
Source: Powermatic 3520C owner's manual
What does Powermatic say about swing over bed on the 3520C?
Per Powermatic's own pages for the 3520C: 20” (508 mm).
Source: Powermatic 3520C owner's manual
What does Powermatic say about distance between centers on the 3520C?
Per Powermatic's own pages for the 3520C: 36 in. (91 cm) with dual bearing center.
Source: Powermatic 3520C owner's manual
Sources
- 20x35in Lathe 2HP 220V 1Ph 3520C | Powermatic — Powermatic
- Powermatic 3520C owner's manual — Powermatic