Jet® 16'' x 42'' Wood Lathe 2HP

This, the largest of the JET lathes is a real powerhouse. With an electronic variable speed and sliding head you can turn bowls up to 16" over the bed, even larger projects off the end, and 42" spindles standard. Turn even longer projects with the optional bed extension.

• Digital readout allows operator to dial in the desired speed for best results
• Heavy-duty cast-iron lathe bed adds stability while limiting vibration during operation
• Electronic inverter lets you operate the machine at any speed from 50 to 3,200 RPM
• Indexing mechanism which allows for fast, efficient, fluting and veining operations
• Sliding headstock may be positioned anywhere along the bed ways for maximum flexibility and user comfort
• High/low speed change lever quickly changes belt positions
• Spindle has positive locking indexing in 10 degree increments for fast, efficient fluting and veining operations
• Built-in spindle locks let you remove or replace faceplates and chucks with ease
• 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
• Special cast-in webbings in legs accept 2 x 4's or a 2 x 12 to construct a solid tool or sandbag shelf
• Tool storage basket conveniently holds chisels and other tools within easy reach of operator

Product Specifications Model Number JWL-1642EVS-2 Brand Jet Height 27-1/2" Width 28-1/2" Length 58-1/2" Net Weight 456 lbs Swing Over Bed 16" Swing Over Tool Rest Base 12" Distance Between Centers 42" Speeds 50-1200, 125-3200 RPM Headstock Taper MT-2 Spindle Nose 1-1/4" x 8 TPI Hole Through Tailstock 3/8" Ram Travel 4" Centerline of Spindle to Floor 44-1/2" Headstock Movement Slide Indexing Positions 36 Chuck Type Cast Iron Bed Construction Cast Iron Spindle Speeds Infinite Motor Power 2 HP Motor Voltage 230 V Prewired Voltage 230 V Motor Current 6.1 A Motor Phase 1 Ph The JET 1642 Wood Lathes strike a perfect balance of versatility, cutting edge technology and performance. The 1642 Lathes have been designed and built to bring the accuracy, capability, durability and value you want in woodworking machinery. Find out all about these Lathes in their informative ProTalk Document (PDF).

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