With a 1/2 H.P. totally enclosed, fan cooled motor with a manual overload switch and a C-face motor mount, you get a solid bolt up for smooth operation, no interior corrosion, and more power than you'll need.

The belt is driven by a variable speed pulley, so you can start with a slow blade, and speed it up as you learn. Since it's enclosed in the frame, no shavings, clothes,fingers etc., can get caught in the drive system. The spindle rides on two 1" sealed, self aligning greaseable bearings for long life, and heavy loads.

Hood parts and guards are cast brass for tough parts that aren't brittle. Guard arms are stainless steel.