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JET 708360 JWL-1642EVS-2 16-Inch Swing 42-Inch between Centers 2 Horsepower Electronic Variable Speed Woodworking Lathe, 230-Volt 1 Phase | 
| Brand: Jet
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $2,668.00
Buy New: $2,499.99
You Save: $168.01 (6%)
Rating:  4 reviews
Sales Rank: 47911
Media: Tools & Hardware
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 64 x 20 x 50
MPN: 708360
Model: 708360
UPC: 662755477003
EAN: 0662755477003
ASIN: B00064NGRO
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Variable speed control for matching the tool speed to a wide variety of turning applications | | • | Weighs 420 pounds for optimal stability and reduced vibration | | • | Superior cam lock lever mechanisms for moving the headstocks, tool rests and tailstocks without any tools | | • | Superior cam lock lever mechanisms for moving the headstocks, tool rests and tailstocks without any tools Includes long tool rests, faceplates, live centers, spur centers, spindle locks, indexing locks and knockout bars for getting up and running posthaste | | • | Legs with special webbings for 2 by 4s or tool and sandbag shelving |
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Amazon.com Review
It's as if Jet designers mind-melded with turners everywhere and came up with this lathe, packed with power and all the features a woodturner could want. There's an enormous 42 inches between centers, giving the ability to turn table legs, baseball bats and anything else you fancy. This is a supremely solid lathe, made beautifully with cast iron beds and legs with special cast webbings that accept 2-by4s so you can easily add a sturdy shelf for tools and accessories. You could add sandbags to the shelf, but quite frankly, it isn't necessary, as this is one of the truly vibration-free lathes we've ever met: You'll feel nothing at the tool rest. The 16-inch swing - that's double the distance from the bed to the center, or the largest diameter piece you can turn -- allows you to turn large bowls and platters on the faceplate. Everything you need to get started is included: tool rest, faceplates, live centers, spur centers, spindle locks, indexing locks and knockout bars. All you have to choose are your turning tools. There are two speed ranges to choose from, so if you find you need extra torque on a particular piece, adjusting the belt is a simple task and takes just a few seconds. Just loosen the locking handle to let up belt tension and move the belt. Done. The upper range (0-3200 rpm) gives you speed; the lower range (0-1200 rpm) gives you terrific torque, perfect for large or long pieces. The noise level at both ranges is very, very low, so it's perfect for the home turner whose shop is in the basement or attached garage. Be sure to have 220-volt electrical service in place. We particularly like the cam-lock lever mechanisms on the headstock, the nice long tool rest and tailstock, making quick tool-free work of any changes you want to make. If you're looking to step up to a better lathe, you'll never regret this purchase. And if this is your first lathe, you'll do yourself a great service by starting with this one. It's a beauty, and it's likely the last lathe you'll ever buy, as well.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste
Product Description
Motor Voltage: 115V Horsepower: 2
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| Customer Reviews:
"GREAT LATHE" October 6, 2007
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
When I started looking for a bigger lathe, and I looked at all of them, I looked very seriously at oneway, because I already have one of thier chucks and some of thier other accesories and was very inpressed with them. However a friend of mine has a JET 1642 and turns out some very impressive segmented bowls with it... that recommendation and the quality of his lathe compared to the oneway price and the more versitile 1642EVS-2 did the trick. I bought the two horse 220 machine and I am really impressed with the balance and noise level,, (there is very little).
The machine will do much more than I am capable of and look forward to doing some more challenging projects. I already have turned a 12 inch green red oak bowl with no problem at all... as far as the machine is concerned...!!! Great lathe and and accesories that came with it.
I used to be a Delta biggot but have since bought more Jet tools, good equipment for the money.
THE LAST ONE FOR ME ! January 2, 2007
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
Owned this Jet 2 HP lathe model 1642 over two years now and haven't any regrets. Very heavy duty for the price and compared to a Oneway, what's the difference, price or the bragging rights like the review said below. This is built like a tank, but runs like a Cadillac, very smooth while passing the nickel test over and over. I had test drove the 1 1/2 HP Jet and the 2 HP Oneway before buying this and for $100.00 more then the Jet 1 1/2 HP and $1500.00 less then the 2 HP Oneway, no brainer. Even tested the two delta 2 HP lathes same price, no thanks on steel beds, I only like iron cast. The Nova was nice to, I just don't like the snap together bed for the price. Saved my money for nice wood and more turning tools, also banking the extra dough.
a very fine, well designed lathe March 3, 2006
30 out of 32 found this review helpful
This lathe is a sleeper. Truly. I have researched lathes for months because i wanted exactly the right lathe. My requirements were, smooth operation, variable speed, quiet, vibration free and heavy.
After much research and hands on evaluation I decided on and purchased the jet jet 1642-2EVS (708360) 2 hp lathe. It is the first machine that I have ever purchased that was not assembled and at first was somewhat annoyed that is was still in the crate but assembly was relatively simple. I removed the parts piece by piece from the truck. the legs are very heavy and luckily i had help. The bed was very heavy and somewhat of a challange to get it up on the legs, but assembly was very simple. Every hole was perfectly aligned. It was in a crate, very well protected and neatly packed.
Before i go into the details of the lathe i would like to give you some information on the prodcuts that i did evaluate and consider. The first unit was the NOVA. It was ok, i thought rather light and expensive for what it really was. Everything was an add on, and it started at nearly $2,000. It didn't impress me. The DELTA was a nice lathe. Very clean design but it just didn't have the weight. It would have been my second choice. The ONEWAY. It was just too darn big. Really nice machine if you win the lottery. It just kind of screamed "look what i got" Too yuppie. It was my last choice.
So, anyway, i purchased the jet. I went for the two hp model only because i wanted a 220 unit. They have lower operating costs and the dollar difference wasn't that great. I was surprised that they do not come with a plug, but that was no big deal.
Tonight i cleaned it up and got it running. After all the research i did, i didn't realize it wouldn't take my Delta chuck. It has a 1-1/2 x 8 screw and my Delta accessories have a 1 x 8. No big deal, they have an adaptor. Phew!!!!!!!!!
Everything was in perfect allignment. I turned it on and just stood there admiring the smooth operation. I have no vibration at any speed. The lack of noise impressed me very much. I just cut a bunch of trial pieces. Magnificant. I can't express enough how happy i am with this selection. Everything about it is quality.
BEST LATHE February 13, 2006
18 out of 20 found this review helpful
Had the Jet 2hp 1642 for about a year now and have tried to write a review, maybe because I did not buy online. Well worth the money, very heavy and designed for the professional wood turner. If you like to brag, buy a Oneway, if you like to turn, buy a Jet 2Hp 1642 and save your money to buy nice wood. In my shop, I buy different makes of tools for how well they are built and to have the very best out of them, not the cost.
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