JET 708457K JJ-6CSX 6-Inch 1-HP Jointer, 115/230-Volt 1-Phase

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Are you ready for a jointer that gets the wood flat and straight every time? The JET 708457K JJ-6CSX 6-Inch 1 HP Jointer, 115/230-Volt 1 Phase offers a precision-machined, extra-long cast-iron table to ensure accuracy you can trust. An ideal choice for your shop, this high-performance machine includes an exclusive auto-set quick change knife system to save you time and help increase productivity.

The JET JJ-6CSX 6-Inch Jointer offers: A powerful 1 HP motor for tough jointing tasks Three high-speed steel quick change knives for rapid cutting and a superior finish A large, cast-iron table with a precision-machined finish A built-in dust chute with four-inch port

Up-front controls help you maintain accuracy.

The JJ-6CSX is a convenient, dependable, and versatile jointer. View larger.

Industrial-Style Hand Wheels for Smooth Adjustments
The JJ-6CSX boasts a unique design that allows you to adjust both of the feed tables simply by rotating industrial-style hand wheels that turn smoothly and easily. This feature allows for easier tapers and enhances user control when taking precise, fine measurements as low as 1/64 of an inch.

Smooth Gliding Fence Offers Multiple Stops
Additionally, the fence glides smoothly throughout its complete range of motion and tilts both ways with the traditional stops at 45 and 90 degrees to handle bevel operations. This also allows you to quickly reproduce multiple cuts at any angle.

Steel Knife Cutter Head for Speed; Cast-Iron Table for Accuracy
One of the most innovative aspects of the JJ-6CSX's design is the triple-bladed, high-speed steel knife cutter head, which delivers rapid cutting and a superior finish for high-quality results. The blades are part of an exclusive auto-set quick-change knife system, which allows you to replace or change all three blades in a fraction of the time other machines take.

The jointer also features a cast-iron table with a precision-machined finish, so you can count on the accuracy of each pass.

Powerful 1 HP Motor and Rabbeting Ledge for Versatility
Equipped with a powerful 1 HP motor, the JJ-6CSX easily handles a wide range of jobs. A built-in rabbeting ledge also lends versatility, while a heavy-duty, one-piece steel closed stand includes mounting tabs for increased stability, so you can easily handle different wood types and sizes.

User-Friendly Controls and Features
Designed to be extremely user-friendly, the JJ-6CSX features industrial push-button controls conveniently placed throughout for easy access. In addition, the center fence controls are conveniently mounted to allow quick adjustments, and a built-in dust chute with four-inch port quickly connects to your collection system for efficient dust and chip disposal.

The JJ-6CSX weighs 215 pounds and comes with a five-year warranty.

About JET: A History of Sharing New, Feature-Rich Products
Opened in 1958 after the founder of the company, Leslie P. Sussman, took the first Boeing Jet Airplane trip from Seattle, Washington to Japan, JET began as a small dealer that sold air hoists and trolleys out of a single hardware store in Seattle. Over the years, JET has carried everything from snowmobiles, transmitter radios, and forklifts to nylon stockings, but by the early 1970s, metalworking had become the base of their business line. And by the 1980s, JET had expanded into the realm of woodworking. Today, you'll find that JET offers a wide range of popular woodworking tools that are backed with best-in-class features and excellent service.

What's in the Box
One stand with motor, one stand cover with mounting hardware, one dust chute with mounting hardware, one 12/14-millimeter open end wrench, one 8/10-millimeter open end wrench, one 3-millimeter hex wrench, one bed assembly, one fence assembly, one cutterhead guard, one belt guard, one V-belt, four 1/4-20 x 1/2 pan head screws, four 1/4 flat washers, one lock handle, flat washer, and lock nut for the fence, one fence handle, three lock bolts, 3-3/8-inch lock washers, two handwheel assembly, one can of touch-up paint, manual, warranty card, and two push blocks.

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Includes 6-in Closed Stand Jointer - 708457K, Front &, Rear Safety Guards, Jack Screw Cutter Head

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Product Manual [4.16mb PDF]

• Item Weight: 256 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 240 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
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• ASIN: B00006ANS5
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• Item model number: 708457K
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (50 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #113,002 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
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81 of 82 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Value!, December 30, 2002

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James O. Andrews (Saluda, S.C. United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: JET 708457K JJ-6CSX 6-Inch 1-HP Jointer, 115/230-Volt 1-Phase (Tools & Home Improvement)

I was fortunate enough this year to be able to upgrade several pieces of equipment in my shop. After spending a considerable amount of time studying reviews and looking at Jet, Delta and Powermatic equipment, I decided to go with JET because of the fit and finish, the features and overall value. I think that Jet has come a long way in the past 10 years to improve quality to a level as good as and in many cases better than their competition.

This jointer replaced a very old Delta which had handwheels located under the tables. I liked the Jet because the handwheels are located in front of the tables. Some people find that adjustment levers work best for them, but I have always prefered handwheels because its easier for me to make small adjustments.

The unit arrived in excellent condition. There were no scratches, dents or missing parts -great job Jet! It was packaged in two boxes with the contents of each identified on the outside of the boxes. By the way, the instruction manual is located in the (larger) box that contains the jointer table and various other parts. The smaller box contains the base, and the base door. Everything is tightly packed in styro containers and wrapped in plastic bags. Jet even packs a small can of paint, two wrenches and an allen wrench to adjust the cutters (however, mine were set perfectly at the factory). The instruction manual is well written and has good picture references.

I put the unit on a shopmade mobile base that I made and had used sucessfully with the Delta jointer. I like it because it lifts the unit up about 2" and does not slip when you apply pressure or work with heavy wood. (I found the plans in a "Shop Notes" magazine a couple of years ago).

The unit went together with no hitches. The fit and finish is great. Everything lined up perfectly. The back fence was set correctly at the factory to stop at 90 & 45 degrees, so no correction was needed. I installed the belt, dust chute and belt guard and went through the steps to set up the infeed and outfeed tables. The outfeed table also was already adjusted correctly and this saved a lot of time. After that I ran several soft and hardwood boards through and was very pleased with the results. The units 1 HP TEFC motor ran remarkably quiet and the cuts were very smooth. The dust collection chute also worked fine with my shop system.

I would highly recommend this unit if you are in the market for a good, easy to set up and operate 6" jointer. Happy woodworking!

61 of 66 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fine little jointer, June 27, 2004

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David Swanson (Providence, RI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: JET 708457K JJ-6CSX 6-Inch 1-HP Jointer, 115/230-Volt 1-Phase (Tools & Home Improvement)

I researched 6" jointers and narrowed my search to the Delta or the Jet.

There's some disagreement as to the best way you adjust the tables and people have there favorite way to adjust the table and I listen to both arguments. I thought from the outset that I'd hate the lever and love the wheels.

The wheels on the Jet provide more precision while the Deltas lever seems more hit or miss, perhaps like having to tap a table saw fence in order to creep up on the adjustment.
When I went to try these two for myself I found the Delta to be extremely easy and smooth. Surprisingly accurate. I guess that may account for why many high-end jointers use a lever. The Jets wheels seem almost like a silly gimick in comparision. It's my personal first reaction when I tried them both, quite contrary to what I first assumed. I'm not saying there's a destinct advantage although it may seem so. It's my personal preference. Also note, that usually you leave the tables alone once you get them set.

Also, I originally liked the rack and pinion fence on the Delta. It's also higher than the Jets, but I haven't had any trouble at all with the Jet fence at all. I may have heard that the Delta fence might wear along part of the bed as you adjust it. With the Jets you have to lift it when you adjust it so you're not dragging it across the bed. That's actually a quicker action to perform. If you're joining edges you should move the fence to different positions across the cutter occasionally so you don't wear the blade in one set position.
The only benefit I could see with having this rack and pinion is sneaking up on a rabbet cut. Maybe the Rack and pinion fence looks more substantial, perhaps it's more solid if memory serves me.

Then there's the switch mounted higher on the Delta which I thought was a nice feature especially since I'm tall. Rather than the low cabinet switch on the Jet which seems very low.

When I finally saved up my money to buy a jointer I planned on going with Delta by a slim margin.
The Delta wasn't in stock and I was offered the Jet for $50 less plus a $50 rebate for buying the mobile base so I purchased it.

Assembly was very easy. the beds are heavy and you don't want to bang this around so it's to your advantage to get some help. Admittedly I did it all myself very carefully.
The beds were perfectly aligned with one another, no twist or bows. The motor is smooth, quiet with good power and no vibration.
Set up and alignments we're equally easy. My machine moved within the mobile base and I was taking only 1/16 - 1/32 cuts. It's the length of the board across the table and that downward push that can suddenly make that machine feel light when you actually use it. If I had the room or the extra money I think a nice 8" would provide enough heft as to overcome that but since I have niether here I am. If you can bolt it down permenantly that of coarse will take care of that. I've have learned to overcome this tendency on the mobile base, but it is a factor I have to be aware of when I'm joining.

Overall, I've used this machine so much now that i have wondered how I could have gone so long without it. It's been terrific.
So would I haved rather purchased the Delta now?
Some of the features that I once obsessed about aren't an issue once I began gaining practical experience using this machine and gained familiarity with all of its functions.
I saved some money as well, so no regrets.

29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent machine, December 11, 2004

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cKr (Milwaukee, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: JET 708457K JJ-6CSX 6-Inch 1-HP Jointer, 115/230-Volt 1-Phase (Tools & Home Improvement)

Picked one up a couple months ago.

Everything was right on. Assembled it according to the instructions and it cut like a dream. I tested it out with some scraps of oak I got at my wood supplier. Great finish and perfectly straight after running them through a couple times.

Machine has little vibration. Not too loud. Plenty of power.

Like every machine that has the typical 'fan belt', the vibration can be reduced with a link belt, along with a reduction in noise. Hearing protection is a must with any wood cutting operation, just as important as safety glasses.

I went a long time without a jointer and have greatly increased the quality of my work with it. If you are looking to add a nice piece of equipment to your shop to help you produce better results, I would recommend this jointer.

This machine has all the right features. First thing to do is coat the fence and table surfaces with Slip-It or a non-silicon wax. It's a night and day difference when the wood easily glides across the table and when you have to force it.

For a 6" jointer it was the Jet or the Delta. For me, the Jet had the edge with the hand crank adjustment of the infeed and outfeed tables.

Update: Did some rabbiting cuts with it and it worked great. Seemed alot easier and safer than using a router. Finish on the cuts was excellent. Hogged out about 1/4" in a single pass in hard maple with no problem.

Hope this helped.