For years, JET has been known for producing some of the best mini lathes in the woodworking industry. Building on the success of these models and building on the technology of its most beloved machines, JET has taken that standard to a whole new level of high performance. The new JWL-1220VS variable speed wood lathe, for example, brings a whole new ballgame to your workbench.
For starters, the lathe has a powerful 3/4 HP motor with variable speed settings. Due to sophisticated electronics and finely machined six-step pulleys, the JWL-1220VS offers continuous speed operation between 270 and 4,200 RPM. Consequently, the lathe has more than enough strength to run smooth, strong and consistent in every application. With 5 numerical speed settings, the electronic variable speed system also ensures that very specific RPM setting is simple. Because the motor is mounted directly below the lathe deck, that heavy-duty motor stays out of the way, but is easily accessible for belt tensioning, maintenance, etc. Tool-free levers on the front of the winch also make belt tensioning a quick and easy process.
The lathe bed is well constructed and made of high strength cast iron to improve machine stability and limit vibration during use. It handles materials up to 12 inches in diameter and 20 inches long, giving you the ability to handle large projects, and despite being a tabletop machine, the JWL-1220VS can be equipped with a bed extension (giving you provides almost 50 inches). between centers) and/or with a rock-solid adjustable bracket for added versatility. Heavy-duty metal handles also contribute to the lathe’s portability.
The JWL-1220VS also features a self-ejecting tailstock for safe and easy removal of your tools, and because the tailstock is also hollow, the removable tip in the live center also allows you to punch holes through your material. The lathe centers are well designed to turn your projects into a perfect center, and with an easy-to-use spindle lock and 24-position indexing capabilities, the lathe helps users create all kinds of ornamentation (such as spline applications or veins) with consistency and absolute precision. The machine also features a built-in work light to keep your work pieces well lit and has rubber-tipped adjustable leveling feet to reduce movement during use.
To ensure that you can easily equip your lathe with common and special accessories, the JWL-1220VS is designed to be compatible with the most popular accessories. The spindle and tailstock accept #2 Morse taper and the outside of the spindle nose is threaded with the popular 1 x 8 thread pattern. This makes it easy to find what you need and allows you to continue to use any accessories you need. already have Of course, the lathe also includes a full range of accessories, such as a four-wing straight drive, a premium quality ball bearing live center, a draw bar (should you need one), 10-inch tool holders, and 6 inches. , a 3-inch diameter faceplate, and a cute pair of glasses.
Ultimately, JET’s JWL-1220VS Wood Lathe is built tough for optimal longevity and intelligently built for total precision. If you’re looking for a high-performance lathe that’s powerful and compact, there’s no better choice than JET’s JWL-1220VS Variable Speed Wood Lathe. Advance your skills and improve the quality of your results with this versatile and totally superior benchtop lathe.