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JET 12" Variable Speed Wood Lathe Model JWL-1236

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Shape, smooth, finish, flute and vein all done on one machine! The JET JWL-1236 is a dream tool for any lathe enthusiast. Featuring a 3/4 horsepower motor that handles increased capacities easily, this lathe can maintain consistent rpm through a much wider range of turning situations. Heavy-duty cast-iron lathe bed adds stability while limiting vibration during operation. Best of all, you can adjust the headstock, tailstock and tool rest base without having to use tools.

  • Headstock swivels 360° with positive stops at 45° and 90°

  • Heavy-duty cast-iron lathe bed adds stability while limiting vibration during operation

  • Variable-speed spindle includes 6 pre-positioned selections with positive detents to quickly set speed to the most common requirements

  • Indexing mechanism which allows for fast, efficient, fluting and veining operations

  • Live center has a removable pin for boring through stock

  • Cam-lock mechanisms allow adjustments of headstock, tailstock and tool rest base without having to use tools

  • Hollow tailstock allows you to perform long hole boring for lamps and other vessels

  • Overall Dimensions: 60 x 17 x 44

  • Swing Over Bed: 12"

  • Swing Over Tool Rest Base: 8-3/4"

  • Distance Between Centers: 34-1/2"

  • Outboard Turning up to 16-1/2"

  • Speeds: Six, 550-3000 RPM

  • Headstock Taper: MT-2

  • Spindle Nose: 1" x 8 TPI

  • Hole Through Spindle: 3/8"

  • Tailstock Taper: MT-2

  • Hole Through Tailstock: 3/8"

  • Ram Travel: 2-1/4"

  • Centerline of Spindle to Floor: 40-1/2"

  • Bed Construction: cast iron

  • Motor: 3/4 HP, 115 V, Prewired 115 V, 8 A, 1 Ph

  • Gross Weight: 206 lbs




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    All returns must be pre-approved. Any non-warranty returns must be unused and in original packaging. A 25% restock fee will apply. Customer pays return freight. Please call our Customer Service Dept. at 1-800-535-4482 with any return questions.

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    REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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    2.8

    (based on 5 reviews)

    60%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

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    10/6/2010
     
    4.0

    great value, runs smoothly

    By  modelmaker

    from fall river, ma

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    Comments about JET 12" Variable Speed Wood Lathe Model JWL-1236 :

    I bought this to turn RenShape polyurethane prototypes. I'm a metalsmith by trade and this is my first wood lathe. It was easy to assemble and it runs smoothly. I added a heavy shelf to the bottom and bolted it to the floor; it's stable and solid. I purchased based on the recommendation of a studio-mate who is a wood turner, and I am happy with it. I wouldn't say it's a precision machine, but it is a good value, and for prototyping purposes it gets the job done.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    8/31/2010
     
    4.0

    Great lathe for the $$

    By  Rick

    from North Carolina

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    Pros

    • Easy To Use

    Cons

    Best Uses

    Comments about JET 12" Variable Speed Wood Lathe Model JWL-1236 :

    This is a great lathe for the money. I have read other reviews of the unit not having enough power. No problem on my end. I would recommend this lathe with no issues to mention.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    8/1/2010
     
    1.0

    Take it back

    By  Papa Bear

    from Belmont

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    Pros

    Cons

    • Hard To Use
    • Underpowered

    Best Uses

    Comments about JET 12" Variable Speed Wood Lathe Model JWL-1236 :

    Was in the shop to be repaired after two uses.

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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    5/21/2010
     
    4.0

    Nice lathe

    By  Greg Mead

    from Gainesville, FL

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

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    Pros

    • Good capacity
    • Low vibration

    Cons

    • Underpowered

    Best Uses

    • In The Workshop

    Comments about JET 12" Variable Speed Wood Lathe Model JWL-1236 :

    I bought this used, and have made numerous bowls with it. It is smooth-running and quiet. Hasn't broken yet! I'd like to see a somewhat slower minimum speed, and more detents between those present. I understand that it's possible to take off the cover and modify it for just this purpose. Not sure I'd do this if I bought it new, though. Also, there's no handwheel, so the only way to remove a chuck is to insert a peg into the indexing hole. I'd have to say that the 3/4 hp motor is a bit underpowered for a 12" diameter over the bed (and up to 16" with powerhead rotation, although I haven't turned anything over 11" yet). But with sharp tools and care, it's easy to get beautiful work. Overall, I'm really happy with this lathe.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    3/3/2010
     
    1.0

    Broke within 4 days

    By  Jason

    from Belmont NC

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    Pros

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    • Underpowered

    Best Uses

    • In The Workshop

    Comments about JET 12" Variable Speed Wood Lathe Model JWL-1236 :

    Was very pleased with the two pieces I finished, then the motor mounting bracket broke and that was the end. Really inconvienient because I have a show in two weeks.

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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