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1. Cutech 40160H-CT 6" Bench Top Spiral Cutterhead Jointer
Feature
Powerful 10 Amp 120V motorSpiral Cutterhead with 12 HSS Inserts
Fence with 90 to 135 Degree Tilt
Level adjustable beds
Description
Don't let the price of this bench top jointer fool you! It's geared to serve both budget-minded novices and professionals with limited shop space. With its newly redesigned spiral type cutterhead featuring 12 2-sided inserts you get a great finish and tear out is reduced due to better chip evacuation through its included 2 " dust port. The one piece 4 3/8" high by 19 5/8" adjustable fence can be tilted from 90 to 135 degrees with ease. The cast infeed and outfeed tables can easily be leveled if the need occurs and the cutterhead guard spring tension is also adjustable. It has a 6" width capacity and 1/8" maximum depth capacity and sports 30" of total table length for those longer boards. At about 40 lbs, and with a 120 VOLT 10 AMP motor, it's tough and easy to transport the job site if necessary. Push blocks and the tools necessary for rotating or replacing the cutter tips are included!2. WEN 6550 12.5-Inch 15A Benchtop Thickness Planer with Granite Table
Feature
Granite table provides a sturdy non-marring surface for wood to smoothly travel overPlane boards up to 6 inches thick and 12.5 inches wide
15-amp motor generates 18,800 cuts per minute at a 26 feet per minute feed rate
Adjust depth to plane off anywhere from 0 to 3/32 of an inch with each pass
Fan-assisted dust port removes sawdust from workpiece
Description
Remember when you brought those old jagged boards back to life? The WEN 12.5-inch Benchtop Thickness Planer with Granite Table repurposes rough and worn wood to give it an exceptionally smooth finish. The powerful 15-amp motor combined with our two-blade cutting system provides over 18,000 cuts per minute at a 26 feet per minute feed rate. Plane boards up to 12.5 inches wide and 6 inches thick with ease. The smooth granite table never warps and provides precise support to wood passing through the machine. Combine that with the heavy duty cast iron base for a sturdy planer that does not walk or wobble during operation.The handy depth adjustment knob varies each pass to take off anywhere from 0 to 3/32 of an inch. The fan-assisted dust port removes chips and sawdust from the workpiece and blasts them out of the way. This package also includes two high carbon steel double-edged blades (SK5) along with height-adjustable infeed and outfeed tables that limit snipe while providing extra support to your workpiece during planing. Easily mount the planer to a work surface or stand using the predrilled base holes. Repurpose old wood or make a set of boards flush with the WEN 12.5-inch Benchtop Thickness Planer. And because its a WEN product, the WEN Thickness Planer comes backed by a nationwide network of skilled service technicians, a helpful customer support line and a two-year warranty. Remember when your planer could handle even the hardest of woods? Remember WEN.
3. Delta Power Tools 37-071 6 Inch MIDI-Bench Jointer
Feature
Durable cast iron construction increases weight providing stability and reducing vibrationPrecision-machining of the table and fence ensures long term accuracy
Heavy duty, cast iron fence support system for accuratejointing
Simple fence adjust system with adjustable positive stops at90 and 45 in and out
Up to 1/8 in. depth of cut
Description
After nearly 90 years of expertise in the woodworking business, DELTA Power Equipment Corporation (DELTA PEC) has become one of the most revered brands in woodworking tools today. DELTA Power Equipment Corporation focuses on innovations to help the woodworker create masterpieces easier and with more precision. The company designs, manufactures and distributes a variety of stationary woodworking tools including electric table saws, band saws, radial arm saws, scroll saws, drilling machines, jointers, planers, mortisers, lathes, grinders and dust collectors for the professional and advanced woodworking markets.Motor: 12 A, 120V, 1 Phase, 60 Hz, Universal
Max. Width of Cut: 6 in.
Max. Depth of Cut: 1/8 in.
Fence Positive Stops: 90 and 45 In/Out
Cuts per Minute: 20,000 CPM
Cutterhead Speed: 10,000 RPM
Number of Knives: 2
Aluminum Cutterhead Diameter: 1 7/8 in.
Table Dimensions: 6 1/4 in. D x 28 1/2 in. W
Fence Dimensions: 4 5/16 in. D x 22 7/8 in. W
Chip Chute Opening: 2 1/4 in. ID; 2 3/8 in. OD (included)
Base Dimensions: 11 1/2 in. D x 21 in. W
4. Shop Fox W1829 Benchtop Jointer, 6-Inch
Feature
Motor: 1-1/2 horsepower, 110V, 12 amp, single-phaseCutter head speed: 10,000 RPM, 20,000 cuts per minute
Two-knife HSS cutter head provides clean cuts, fully adjustable fence with stops
2-1/2-inch dust port keeps work area clear of dust
Includes free pair of safety push blocks, built-in mini impeller-driven dust collection fan and collection bag
Description
This full 6-inch capacity Jointer combines rugged cast iron construction in a compact benchtop design. With features like a fully adjustable fence and a quick adjustment knife design, this jointer can handle bevel jointing up to 45-degrees, and does not require a time consuming and frustrating knife setting jig. A built in mini impeller actually sucks the chips away from the cutterhead and blows them out the dust port. A dust connection filter chute sized to fit a standard galvanized trash can is also included to keep things neat and tidy.5. Jet JJP-8BT 8-Inch Bench Top Jointer/Planer
Feature
Combination bench top jointer and planer makes best use of work spaceHeavy-duty 13-Amp motor produces 18,000 cuts/minute. Feed speed is 19-1/2-Feet/minute
Sheet metal out feed table with height adjustment supports long work pieces and reduces snipe
Two high speed steel knives for precise, smooth cuts
Oversized, ergonomic knobs provide ease of use, maximum control