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Jet 1442 VS Tool Rest Specifications

Jet Tools is a subsidiary of the Walter Meier Group, headquartered in LaVergne, Tennessee. Jet Tools specializes in consumer and commercial tools, including material handling, woodworking, air and metalworking tools. It produces the model JWL-1442VS VS Pro wood lathe, which is designed to sit on top of a bench. You can purchase Jet Tools directly from the company or from third-party vendors.
  1. Using a Tool Rest

    • A tool rest holds your tool in place and keeps it snug up against the wood object that you are manipulating with the lathe. You must properly set up your tool rest so that it properly supports your tool and is close enough to your object, which makes it easier to manipulate and use your tool. Always securely fasten your tool to your tool rest before you start working.

    Components

    • The JWL-1442VS VS Pro benchtop lathe comes with a cam-lock mechanism. This system helps you to adjust your lathe components, including your tool rest base, headstock and tailstock, without using any exterior tools. The tool comes with rubber feet to keep it from moving while you are working. The headstock can move up to 360 degrees, and this includes both 90 and 45-degree angle positive stops. The wood lathe also has a tailstock, which helps you create long holes; the tailstock has a 3/8-inch hole through the middle of it.

    Specs

    • The lathe swing over the tool rest base is 10 inches, and the swing over the bed is 10 inches. It moves at speeds between 450 and 3,000 rpm, and it has eight speed settings. The distance between the centers is 42 inches. You receive a five-year warranty on this product, which covers repairs, replacement parts and service to your lathe. You must, however, take it to a WMH Tool Group, Inc. authorized service center.

    Dimensions/Additional Specs

    • The dimensions of the JWL-1442VS VS Pro benchtop lathe are 59 inches long by 20 inches wide by 21 inches high; it weighs 284 lbs. The length between the floor and the center of the spindle is 11 5/8 inches. The one-phase motor of this lathe produces up to one horsepower of power.