4224B vs JWL-1640EVS
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Powermatic 4224B
The Powermatic 4224B is Powermatic's 24" x 42" EVS Woodworking Lathe, 3 HP, 220V 1Ph, listed with a swing of 24" (609mm), a distance between centers of 42" (1067mm) and 3 HP (2.2 kW). Each figure below comes from Powermatic's own pages, with a link to where it appears.
See it at PowermaticAt a glance. Among the 7 lathes here that state it, the 4224B has the largest swing: Powermatic's figure is 24" (609mm).
What 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."
4224B specifications published by Powermatic (11)
- Motor
- totally enclosed fan cooled, inductionOperating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
- Horsepower
- 3 HP (2.2 kW)Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
- Voltage
- 220V,1PHOperating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
- Speed
- variable; High: 135-3500; Medium: 80-2000; Low: 40-970Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
- Swing
- 24" (609mm)Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
- Distance between centers
- 42" (1067mm)Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
- Noise level
- 78 dB at 20 inches from motorOperating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
- Dimensions
- 89"L x 28"W x 65"H (2260 x 710 x 1651 mm)Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
- Weight
- 870 lb (395 kg)Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
- Cord length
- 6 ft. (183cm)Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
- Warranty
- 5 Year24x42in EVS Lathe 3HP 230V 1Ph 4224B | Powermatic
As published by Powermatic, read on 2026-09-28. Makers revise their tools; check Powermatic's current specification and manual before you buy.
The 4224B manual
Powermatic publishes Powermatic's owner's manual for the 4224B (PDF) and the parts list or diagram (PDF) on its own site. Read it before you buy as well as after: it is where Powermatic states the 4224B requirements in full.
From the 4224B manual and Powermatic's product page (4)
- Spindle thread
- 1-1/4 x 8 TPI; outboard M35 x 1.5UNFOperating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
- Vacuum chuck
- Vacuum chuck diameter 5-3/4” (146mm); 21 inHG; air supply required 90 psi (2-3 cfm)Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
- Distance between centers
- 42” (1067mm)Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
- Swing over bed
- 24” (609mm)Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
Read on Powermatic's own pages; each row links to where it is written.
Before you buy the 4224B
- Power supply. Powermatic lists 220V,1PH for the 4224B. Check the manual for the circuit Powermatic calls for.
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4224B: questions answered from Powermatic's specification
How powerful is the Powermatic 4224B?
Powermatic rates the 4224B at 3 HP (2.2 kW).
Source: Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
What voltage does the Powermatic 4224B run on?
Powermatic lists the 4224B at 220V,1PH. The manual states the circuit it needs.
Source: Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
What is the swing of the Powermatic 4224B?
Powermatic lists the swing of the 4224B as 24" (609mm).
Source: Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
How much does the Powermatic 4224B weigh?
The Powermatic 4224B weighs 870 lb (395 kg), by Powermatic's figure.
Source: Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
What warranty does Powermatic give on the 4224B?
Powermatic lists the warranty on the 4224B as: 5 Year.
Where is the manual for the Powermatic 4224B?
Powermatic publishes the 4224B manual on its own site; the link is under "The manual" on this page.
Source: Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
What does Powermatic say about spindle thread on the 4224B?
Per Powermatic's own pages for the 4224B: 1-1/4 x 8 TPI; outboard M35 x 1.5UNF.
Source: Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
What does Powermatic say about vacuum chuck on the 4224B?
Per Powermatic's own pages for the 4224B: Vacuum chuck diameter 5-3/4” (146mm); 21 inHG; air supply required 90 psi (2-3 cfm).
Source: Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
What does Powermatic say about distance between centers on the 4224B?
Per Powermatic's own pages for the 4224B: 42” (1067mm).
Source: Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)
What does Powermatic say about swing over bed on the 4224B?
Per Powermatic's own pages for the 4224B: 24” (609mm).
Source: Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 42" x 24" Woodturning Lathe Model 4224B (M-1794224B, Edition 12 12/2025) (2025)