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Powermatic Lathe Tailstock Swing Away is described as the ultimate alternative to wrestling with a heavy tailstock when you need it out of the way, so it turns a tiring lift into a controlled slide and swing that reduces operator strain. The swing away lets you gently slide your tailstock onto it, which turns the movement into a guided transfer that helps keep the tailstock aligned with the bed as you reposition it. Once the tailstock is on the swing away you lock it down, so the tailstock stays secure while you set up for the swing instead of shifting unexpectedly. You then unlock the swing away and gently ease the tailstock out of the way, which moves the mass in a pivoting motion that uses only a small fraction of the force needed to lift it the old fashioned way.
The Powermatic Tailstock Swing Away quickly locks to the lathe bed with a few turns of the handle, so clamping to the ways is a short, repeatable motion that fits normal setup routines between jobs. Because the lock engages with only a few handle turns, you can move from turning to tailstock clearance and back to turning without long fastening steps. The swing away does not interfere with a bed extension mounted in the lower position, so a lower-mounted extension remains available for workholding while the swing away operates at the main bed height. This relationship between the swing away and a lower-position bed extension supports shops that already use an extension for outboard or distance work and want to add tailstock swinging without changing that setup.
This robust swing away is designed to fit Powermatic 3520, 3520A, 3520B, 3520C, and 2020 lathes, so owners of these models can use a purpose-built solution instead of adapting a generic support. Because it is designed around these lathe beds, the swing away works with their ways and geometry for consistent sliding of the tailstock onto the arm. The design intent for Powermatic 3520 series and 2020 lathes means the swing away is sized for their tailstock weight and bed height, helping preserve the relationship between centers when the tailstock returns to the bed. This fit-focused design helps turning shops that run one or more of these machines keep tailstock handling consistent from operator to operator.
The Powermatic Tailstock Swing Away lets you easily swing the lathe tailstock down and store it out of the way, so the tailstock moves to a parked position below the bed instead of blocking access near the spindle. When the tailstock is swung down and stored, the working area over the main bed is open for sanding, hollowing, or other operations that benefit from clear access. The swing away does not interfere with a bed extension mounted in the lower position, so a lower-mounted extension can stay in place for capacity or support while the tailstock still swings down at the end of the main bed. The manufacturer notes that the Tailstock Swing Away cannot be mounted to the end of a bed extension, which keeps the swing and storage position tied to the main lathe bed and maintains the intended geometry of the swing path at the factory-defined location.
The Powermatic Tailstock Swing Away is designed to fit Powermatic 3520, 3520A, 3520B, 3520C, and 2020 lathes, so it matches the beds and tailstock size of those specific machines.
The Powermatic Tailstock Swing Away lets you gently slide your tailstock onto the swing away, so the mass transfers along the bed instead of being lifted, reducing physical effort.
The Powermatic Tailstock Swing Away quickly locks to the lathe bed with a few turns of the handle, so clamping and release are fast during setup changes.
The Powermatic Tailstock Swing Away lets you swing the lathe tailstock down and store it out of the way, clearing the main bed area for operations that need open access.
The Powermatic Tailstock Swing Away cannot be mounted to the end of a bed extension, so it operates from the main lathe bed instead of an added section.
The Powermatic Tailstock Swing Away does not interfere with a bed extension mounted in the lower position, so that extension remains available for workholding.
The Powermatic Lathe Tailstock Swing Away is built as a robust, model-specific way to move a heavy tailstock using a small fraction of the lifting force, so day-to-day turning work demands less effort. Its design for Powermatic 3520, 3520A, 3520B, 3520C, and 2020 lathes means it matches the dimensions and weight of those machines, supporting predictable movement each time you slide and swing the tailstock. For shops running these Powermatic lathes and wanting faster clearance of the tailstock without heavy lifting, this swing away offers a bed-mounted, handle-locked solution ready to integrate into regular turning workflows.
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Sold in: 1 Each |  JP1353001 Mfr# PM9-1353001 | Powermatic 3520C Lathe 2HP 1Ph 220V |
