JET offers two forms of their 8 inch jointers – a standard straight cutterhead model, and a helical cutterhead model.
This JET 8 inch jointer review guide lists the features of each model, and what type of woodworkers each model might be for.
Both jointers are high quality construction, with long tables (over 70 inches long), enclosed/ground bases, and will take up more room than a benchtop jointer in a workshop.
Let’s look at each model now …
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Jet 8 Inch Jointers
If you don’t have time to read the review and buyer’s guide, you can check out the jointer and price here…
Straight Cutterhead Model –View the JET JWJ-8CS, 8″ Closed Stand Jointer on Amazon
Helical Cutterhead Model –View the JET JWJ-8HH, 8″ Helical Head Jointer On Amazon
Jet 8 Inch Jointer Reviews
JET JWJ-8CS, 8″ Closed Stand Jointer
What’s Good About It?
- Very strong steel enclosed stand – makes for stable operation
- Machined cast iron table
- Has a huge 72 (long) x 9 (wide) inch table
- Motor is 2 Horsepower, 1 Phase, 230 volts and 12 Amps
- 3 knife cutterhead with a knife size of 8 x 11/16 x 1/8 inches
- Cutterhead spins at 5500 RPM for 16,500 cuts per minute
- Can cut lengths of wood up to 8 inches wide
- Table is 72 x 9 inches
- Has a 1/2 inch cutting depth capacity
- Table height is 31-1/4 inches
- 1/2 inch rabbeting capacity
- Rabbeting ledge is 3-1/8 x 8-3/4 inches
- Fence size is 38-1/2 inches long x 4-3/4 high
- Fence can tilt either way – 45 left, or 45 degrees right
- Fence has positive stops at 45 L, 90, 45 R
- You will need a dust collection system with a CFM of 350 CFM – dust port is 4 inches in diameter
What Could Be Improved?
- Note that this is a heavy jointer at over 300 pounds – consider this when setting it up. A mobile stand might be a wise extra accessory
What Else Might You Get With It?
- A separate benchtop planer tool if you want one (to use after you are finished cutting/milling the timber). We will link you to our article on Best Planer 2017-18: Buyer’s Guide & Reviews soon.
- HTC Adjustable Mobile Base (on Amazon)– Mobile base for moving your jointer around
Where To Check It Out?
View the JET JWJ-8CS, 8″ Closed Stand Jointer on Amazon
JWJ-8HH, 8″ Helical Head Jointer
What’s Good About It?
- Very strong steel enclosed stand – makes for stable operation
- Machined cast iron table
- Has a huge 72 (long) x 9 (wide) inch table
- Motor is 2 Horsepower, 1 Phase, 230 volts and 20 Amps
- 36 knife helical cutterhead with a knife size of 15 x 15 x 2.5 inches – JET’s own helical cutterhead produces a smoother and quieter cut
- Cutterhead spins at 5500 RPM for 16,500 cuts per minute
- Can cut lengths of wood up to 8 inches wide
- Table is 72 x 9 inches
- Has a 1/2 inch cutting depth capacity
- Table height is 31-1/4 inches
- Fence size is 38-1/2 inches long x 4-3/4 high
- Fence can tilt either way – 45 left, or 45 degrees right
- Fence has positive stops at 45 L, 90, 45 R
- You will need a dust collection system with a CFM of 350 CFM – dust port is 4 inches in diameter
What Could Be Improved?
- Note that this is a heavy jointer at over 300 pounds – consider this when setting it up. A mobile stand might be a wise extra accessory
What Else Might You Get With It?
- A separate benchtop planer tool if you want one (to use after you are finished cutting/milling the timber). We will link you to our article on Best Planer 2017-18: Buyer’s Guide & Reviews soon.
- HTC Adjustable Mobile Base (on Amazon) – Mobile base for moving your jointer around
Where To Check It Out?
View the JET JWJ-8HH, 8″ Helical Head Jointer On Amazon
Jet 8 Inch Jointer: Buyer’s Guide
What Are The 8 Inch Jet Jointers?
The straight cutter head jointer is a closed stand 8 inch, steel/cast iron, large and heavy jointer for quality and production type jointing.
The helical cutter head jointer is a closed stand 8 inch, steel/cast iron, large and heavy jointer for quality and production type jointing. It has smooth and quiet cutting with the JET designed helical cutterhead.
Who Are The 8 Inch Jointers For?
Those looking for high quality jointers
Those looking for 8 inch wide table jointers
Those looking for strong jointers for a workshop or production type jointing
Those looking for a 70 inch + table
HELICAL JOINTER – for those looking for a smooth and quiet cut, with 36 knives instead of 3
Who Are The 8 Inch Jointers Not For?
Those looking for small and light benchtop type jointers
Those looking for a cheap or budget type jointer
Those looking for a beginner level jointer
8 Inch Jet Jointers – Bits & Accessories
Shop vac for dust collection
Mobile base to move the jointer around once set up
Handling Blocks
Jet 8 Inch Jointer: Resources
1. http://www.jettools.com/
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