Key Features
Wide Speed ControlThe inverter-driven motor gives this woodworking lathe a 15 to 3,600 RPM range, so you can slow down for rough blanks and dial it up for cleaner finishing cuts. Cast Iron StabilityThe heavy cast iron bed helps calm vibration when the blank is less than perfect. That means better control, less chatter, and a cleaner surface right off the tool. Better Turning AccessA sliding headstock and removable tailstock make it easier to work at the end of the bed for outboard-style access, which matters when you’re turning larger bowls or want more room around the work.
Overview
The Powermatic PM2014 Lathe with Stand Kit is a 14 inch x 20 inch variable speed woodworking lathe built for serious woodturners, small professional shops, and committed home shop users who want a compact machine without giving up real control. This is a woodworking lathe designed for turning bowls, spindles, and detailed wood projects. Model Number: PM2014K. The big draw here is that you get professional-style variable speed performance, a heavy cast iron platform, and outboard-friendly access in a footprint that still makes sense for smaller shops.
On the job, the numbers are what make this machine useful. The inverter-driven 1 horsepower motor gives you a speed range from 15 to 3,600 RPM, which covers roughing, shaping, and finish work without forcing you into a one-speed compromise. Powermatic also notes that the motor runs from a standard 115V single-phase input, while the inverter manages the output for smooth, consistent performance. For the buyer, that matters because it gives you broad speed control and steady torque without needing a bigger industrial power setup just to put the lathe in your shop.
Capacity is right in the sweet spot for a versatile wood lathe. With a 14-1/4 inch swing over the bed and 19-1/4 inches between centers, the PM2014 handles common spindle work, small to mid-size bowl turning, and a wide range of general turning projects. If you do decorative work, the 24 positive locking indexing positions are more than just a spec sheet line. They help with repeatable layout work like fluting, spaced details, and other patterns where being off by a little shows up fast in the finished piece.
Powermatic clearly put thought into access and ergonomics. The sliding headstock can be repositioned toward the end of the bed, and the removable tailstock helps open up the working area when you need better tool presentation on larger work. That is a practical advantage, not a gimmick. On smaller lathes, cramped access can make bowl work awkward. Here, you have a better chance of keeping a comfortable stance and cleaner tool angle when the workpiece gets wider or more irregular.
The machine construction is another reason people step up to this model. The cast iron bed is there to reduce vibration and improve stability, especially when a blank is not perfectly balanced. That translates into less fighting the machine and more time actually refining the cut. Powermatic also includes details that make day-to-day use better, like a magnetic repositionable control box with digital speed and indexing readout, an 8 inch tool rest with 1 inch post, and an integrated tool caddy for keeping centers, wrenches, and accessories close by.
Accessory fit is straightforward for woodturners already building around standard lathe tooling. The PM2014 uses an MT2 spindle taper and MT2 quill taper, along with a 1-1/4 inch x 8 TPI spindle thread. Those are the kinds of details that matter before you buy, because they affect what chucks, centers, and turning accessories will fit your machine. Instead of locking you into oddball sizing, Powermatic keeps this lathe in line with common turning hardware.
Who should buy it? If you are a woodworker moving up from a lighter mini lathe, or a serious hobbyist who wants better stability, more speed range, and better access for bowl turning, this machine makes a lot of sense. It also fits a small professional shop that needs precision and repeatability without dedicating floor space to a much larger industrial lathe. If your work is mostly pens and tiny spindle projects, it may be more machine than you need. But if you want a compact floor-standing lathe that still feels like real shop equipment, this one lands in a very practical middle ground.
Keep the Controls Where You Need Them
The repositionable magnetic control box is one of those features you appreciate every time you turn. Instead of reaching across the machine, you can place the controls where they are easier and safer to use while you work.
- Digital display shows spindle speed and indexing information
- Magnetic mount lets you relocate the control box for convenience and visibility
Built for Cleaner, More Stable Cuts
A wood lathe is only as good as its stability when the blank starts to fight back. The PM2014 uses a heavy cast iron bed to settle vibration and give you better control at the tool edge.
- Cast iron bed helps reduce vibration and noise
- 1 horsepower inverter-driven motor is designed to maintain smooth, usable performance through a wide speed range
Index Repeated Details with Confidence
If you do fluting, decorative spacing, or any repeated layout work, positive spindle indexing saves time and cuts down on guesswork. This setup gives you a simple, repeatable way to stop in known positions.
- 24 positive locking indexing positions for repeatable decorative work
- Sliding headstock improves access when you need more room around the workpiece
What’s in the Box
- (1) Powermatic PM2014 woodworking lathe
- (1) Stand
- (1) 8 inch tool rest with 1 inch post
- (1) Owner’s manual
Key Specifications
| Tool Type | Woodworking Lathe |
|---|---|
| Horsepower (HP) | 1 HP |
| Input Voltage (V) | 115 V |
| No-Load Speed (RPM) | 15 to 3,600 RPM |
| Swing Over Bed | 14-1/4 in. |
| Distance Between Centers | 19-1/4 in. |
| Indexing Positions | 24 |
| Weight (lbs) | 238 lbs |
Compatibility
Spindle TaperMT2 spindle taper supports common lathe centers and related turning accessories built for MT2 fitment. Quill TaperMT2 quill taper works with standard MT2 tailstock accessories and centers. Spindle Thread1-1/4 in. x 8 TPI spindle thread fits turning chucks and faceplate-style accessories made for that standard.
Built For
Woodworking Bowl Turning Spindle Turning Decorative Detailing Home Shops Small Professional Shops
Pro Tip
When you move into larger bowl work, slide the headstock toward the end of the bed before you start. It gives you better body position and tool access, which usually means smoother cuts and less fighting the rim.
Warranty & Support
5 Year limited factory warranty.
Tool Nut’s Take
Tool Nut’s Take
Powermatic PM2014 Lathe with Stand Kit Hits the Sweet Spot
This is the kind of lathe that makes sense for woodturners who are done outgrowing light-duty machines but do not need a giant shop-only monster.
- Who it’s for: Serious hobbyist woodturners, furniture makers, and small pro shops doing bowls, spindles, and detailed turning work.
- Why it stands out: You get a very broad variable speed range, a stable cast iron platform, sliding headstock access, and standard MT2 and 1-1/4 inch x 8 TPI compatibility in one compact floor-standing package.
- Worth knowing: At 238 pounds net, this is not a benchtop toy. That weight is a big part of why it runs more calmly, but you will want to plan its spot in the shop.
Common Questions
- What kind of power does this lathe need? The PM2014 uses a standard 115V single-phase input and an inverter-driven system for smooth variable-speed performance.
- What is the speed range? The speed range is 15 to 3,600 RPM.
- Does it support indexing for repeatable layout work? Yes. It has 24 positive locking indexing positions for repeatable decorative and layout-based turning tasks.
- What accessories fit the spindle and tailstock? The machine uses an MT2 spindle taper, an MT2 quill taper, and a 1-1/4 inch x 8 TPI spindle thread.
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