Designed to perform, the JET 18” bandsaw delivers more re-saw capacity, greater throat depth and the horsepower you need to tackle bigger boards, create smoother edges and master the intricate cuts. The heavy-duty cast-iron fence system is built to give you the sturdiness and support you need for every project and features a micro-adjust dial for exact placement. The table is slotted for front blade removal and the guide post has a stress-free magnetic door on the front for efficient blade changes. Large, independently adjustable guides are tool-less to save you time on set up. The JET 18” steel frame bandsaw is engineered to build great projects through superior performance.
Feaures:
- Blade tracking window provides clear view of blade during tracking
- Cast iron handwheels and ergonomic-designed knobs make adjustments smooth and easy
- Cast iron trunnion for maximum support and stability
- Conveniently located dual 4″ dust collection ports catch dust and chips at the source
- Easy-to-read blade tension scale can be viewed through upper door window
- Heavy duty tensioning with quick release and three settings: full tension, partial tension, and full release
- Rigid, four-sided guide post with rack and pinion adjustment for optimum blade support
- Round table insert features leveling screws for precise adjustment
- Single knob adjustment simplifies the blade tracking process
- Table tilts 5° left and 45° right to accommodate a wide variety of cuts
Specifications:
- Model Number: JWBS-18-3
- Stock Number: 714750
- Band Saw Nominal Size: 18 in.
Motor & Electricals:
- Motor Type: Totally-enclosed fan-cooled, induction, capacitor start
- Horsepower: 3 HP
- Phase: Single
- Voltage: 230V
- Cycle: 60Hz
- Listed FLA (Full Load Amps): 12 A
- Starting Amps: 53A
- Running Amps (No Load): 2.4A
- Start Capacitor: 300MFD 250VAC
- Run Capacitor: 60μF 300VAC
- Power Transfer: Poly v-belt
- On/off Switch: Push button, magnetic starter
- Motor Speed: 1720 RPM
- Power Cord Length: 6 ft. (183 cm)
- Power Plug Installed: 230V
- Recommended Circuit Size: 20A
- Sound Emission: 75 dB at 40” (1000 mm) from blade, without load
Capacities & Speeds:
- Wheel Diameter: 18-1/2 in.
- Re-saw Capacity (Cutting Height): 16 in.
- Throat Capacity: 18 in.
- Maximum Rip Left of Blade with Fence: 16 in.
- Maximum Rip Right of Blade with Fence: 4-1/2 in.
- Blade Length: 150 in. (max. 150.9; min. 149)
- Blade Width: 1/8 to 1-1/4 in.
- Blade Provided: Hook, 3/4″ x 0.0256 thk 6 TPI
- Blade Speed: 2300 and 3800 FPM
Main Materials:
- Table: Ground cast iron
- Trunnion: Cast iron
- Frame: Steel
- Band Wheels: Cast iron
- Tires: Polyurethane
- Blade Guides: Ball bearing
- Re-saw Fence: Extruded aluminum
- Paint Finish: Powder coating
Table, Fence, Miter Gauge:
- Table Dimensions: 27-1/4 x 20 x 1-5/8 in.
- Table Tilt: Left 5°, Right 45°
- Table Height from Floor: 37 in. (940 mm)
- Miter T-Slot: 3/4 in. W x 0.375 in. H
- Re-saw Fence Size L x W x H: 22-1/2 x 1-3/4 x 6 in.
- Miter Gauge Angle: Left 45°, Right 45°
- Fence Fine Adjust Knob, Travel Per One Revolution: 0.05 in. (1.25 mm)
- Fence Fine Adjust Knob, Maximum Travel: 0.35 in. (9 mm)
Dimensions:
- Footprint (Base Size), L x W x H: 29-1/2 x 21-5/8 x 2 in. (750 x 550 x 50.8 mm)
- Overall Dimensions, L x W x H: 36 x 34 x 80 in. (914 x 864 x 2032 mm)
- Shipping Package Dimensions: 31 x 26 x 85 in. (780 x 660 x 2168 mm)
Dust Collection:
- Dust Port Outside Diameter: 4 in. (100mm) x 2
- Minimum Extraction Volume Required: 400 CFM
Weights:
- Net: 502 lbs. (228 kg)
- Shipping: 572 lbs. (260 kg)
