Powermatic PJ-882 8-Inch Parallelogram Jointer
Are you struggling to keep long boards flat and edges straight during jointing tasks?
What if your jointer delivered consistent accuracy with smoother cuts and less adjustment time?
Meet the Powermatic PJ-882, an 8-inch parallelogram jointer designed for precision and long-term reliability.
With the 82-inch cast iron bed, parallelogram table system, and worm gear fence, it supports stable, repeatable results on demanding stock.
When your machine stays aligned and cuts cleanly, your workflow becomes more efficient and your results more consistent.
Powermatic PJ-882 for Long-Board Accuracy and Control
Parallelogram Design Maintains Long-Term Alignment
The parallelogram table system keeps the tables close to the cutterhead, improving finish quality while allowing fast and precise depth-of-cut adjustments. This design helps maintain alignment even after years of heavy use.
82-Inch Bed Supports Longer Workpieces
The extra-long precision-ground cast iron bed provides stability and support when jointing long boards, improving accuracy across the full 8-inch capacity.
Worm Gear Fence System for Controlled Adjustments
The handwheel-operated worm gear system allows smooth fence tilting with positive stops at ±45° and 90°. A non-marring insert protects the table surface during adjustments.
Flexible Cutterhead and Surface Options
Choose a straight knife cutterhead for traditional jointing and rabbeting capability, or a helical cutterhead with carbide inserts for smoother finishes and quieter operation. ArmorGlide models add a low-friction, rust-resistant surface for improved material handling and reduced maintenance.
What’s Included
What’s Included? Powermatic PJ-882
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Powermatic PJ-882 Jointer – 8-inch parallelogram jointer with 82-inch bed
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Cutterhead – Straight Knife or Helical Cutterhead (based on selection)
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Fence System – Handwheel-controlled worm gear fence with positive stops
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Magnetic Push Blocks – Onboard storage for safe operation
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User Manual – Setup and operating instructions
Specs
Powermatic PJ-882 Specifications
Base Machine (All Configurations)
- Cutting Capacity: 8 in. width x 1/2 in. depth
- Maximum Cutting Depth: 1/8 in.
- Table Length: 82 in.
- Infeed Table Length: 44 in.
- Dust Port: 4 in.
- Dust Collection Requirement: 450–600 CFM
- Cutterhead Speed: 7000 RPM
- Cutterhead Diameter: 3-1/16 in.
- Motor HP: 2
- Input Power: 230V Single Phase
- Motor Amps: 9
- Recommended Circuit: 20 Amps
- Gross Weight: 744 lbs
- Net Weight: 610 lbs
- Warranty: 5 Year
- Prop 65: Cancer and Reproductive Harm
Choose Your Configuration
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PJ-882 (PM9-1610079) – Straight Knife cutterhead with 3 high-speed steel knives; supports rabbeting up to 1/2 in.
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PJ-882HH (PM9-1610082) – Helical cutterhead with 54 four-sided carbide inserts; smoother, quieter cutting (not for rabbeting)
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PJ-882T (PM1-1610079T) – Straight Knife + ArmorGlide table for low-friction, rust-resistant performance
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PJ-882HHT (PM1-1610082T) – Helical cutterhead + ArmorGlide table for smoother cuts and reduced maintenance
Cutterhead Differences
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Straight Knife – Traditional cutting, supports rabbeting, faster material removal
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Helical Cutterhead – Carbide inserts reduce tear-out, lower noise, and require no knife alignment
