BJ

Big John

08/01/2005 8:20 PM

How to convert Mod 26 Shaper to Use Router Bits

I purchased sometime back but have never used, a powermatic model 26
shaper. It is in good shape and has a 5hp, 3ph motor. I can use my
3ph to single ph inverter and run it the same as I do my table saw.

I would like to use my router bits. Is there a way to do this?

Thanks, John


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Marty

in reply to Big John on 08/01/2005 8:20 PM

09/01/2005 7:48 PM

PM sells an adapter for this, but it's pretty expensive, $150 I think.

Also check www.cggschmidt.com. I think they carry one that is about $100.

Don't expect good results with small bits. I have a PM 26 also. The
spindle turns at 10k rpm at most, which won't give good results with bits
that require higher rpm.

Big John wrote:

> I purchased sometime back but have never used, a powermatic model 26
> shaper. It is in good shape and has a 5hp, 3ph motor. I can use my
> 3ph to single ph inverter and run it the same as I do my table saw.
>
> I would like to use my router bits. Is there a way to do this?
>
> Thanks, John


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