Removes imperfections from the edges and faces of stock to make it straight and true. Designed for the home workshop, the new Delta variable speed jointer offers performance features and capabilities even a professional woodworker can appreciate. Variable 6,000-11,000 rpm speed ranges with handy speed selection chart that allows you to select the right speed for the application. The easily adjustable, center-mounted fence allows quick set up, even for angled jointing up to 45 degrees. A ball-bearing cutterhead with jackscrew blade adjustment provides smooth operation and easy blade changes. A built-in cutterhead lock also aides in blade changes, preventing the cutterhead from turning. The conveniently located infeed table raising and lowering knob and an easy-to-read scale make adjustments easy.
Small shop? Limited budget? That doesn't mean you have to give up on owning a jointer. This Shopmaster model is perfect for either situation but still packs features for precision woodworking. Variable speed offers 6,000 to 11,000 rpm, adjustable at the touch of a dial; infeed and outfeed tables adjust smoothly and easily. Though the 30-inch bed is shorter than stationary models, you aren't losing anything in width, because the JT160's cutting capacity is a full 6-1/8 inches. The fence, shorter and lighter, of course, than stationary models, tilts 0 to 45 degrees outward for beveling and chamfering operations. Positive stops are at 45 and 90 degrees. One sure advantage over its big brothers: the JT160 weighs just 35 pounds. Its cutterhead uses two knives rather than three, and the knives level with an easy-to-adjust jackscrew. Rubber base pads keep this little fellow where you want him, and if you want a permanent home for it, a stand is available. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 3.5 / 5.0
poor quality:
I bought this unit and tried to set things up so everything was flush and true only to discover that the infeed table was badly warped. I took it in for service and they had the gall to charge me for repairs. The fence is horrible. I am really sorry I bought this thing and will never purchase another delta tool.
Could it be a hit-and-miss item?:
I was really concerned about purchasing this jointer because of the high amount of negative reviews. However, with my limited space and budget, I didn't have much of a choice. I went ahead and bought it and I have been pleasantly surprised!
The jointer set up in a manner of minutes. The fence is not the best thing that I have ever seen, but it only took me about three minutes to get it square. I only plan on jointing ninety degree edges, so the fence issues don't really bother me. I like the control... more info
Awesome Benchtop Jointer:
This is the second Delta benchtop jointer I've owned and I love it. It takes up little more space than a briefcase and yet does a great job. A certain amount of care is necessary when jointing long pieces, due to the short table length, but anyone buying this item will know that going in. It is a well engineered and solidly constructed piece of equipment that does a great job.
Jointer:
This jointer is a gift for someone, have opened it up to check it and plug it in to make sure that the motor runs ,But have not did any work
with it , but at this time and what I have seen it looks good.
Thank You.
