List Price: $483.00 Price: $235.39 You save: $247.61 (51%)
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Features:
Powerful 10 Amp motor features variable speeds between 6,000 and 11,000 RPM
Efficient two-knife cutterhead is easily adjustable
Extra-large table provides support for up to 6-inch wide stock
Measures 30 x 18 x 13.5 inches (LxWxH) and weighs 35 pounds
Editorial Review:
The DELTA JT160 Shopmaster 10 Amp 6-Inch Benchtop Jointer uses a variable speed motor and two-knife cutterhead configuration with jack-screw knife leveling arrangement for easy replacement and adjustments. The 30 x 6-3/16 inch table provides support for surfacing stock up to six inches wide, including soft woods, hard woods, and plastics. The speedy 10 Amp motor spins at 6,000-11,000 RPM, which makes the dual-cutter turn at 12,000-22,000 CPM. The center-mounted fence provides ample support throughout the cut for precise edge jointing, and it tilts out at 45 degrees for added versatility.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 3.5 / 5.0
Needed to be shimmed...
I have a few Delta tools and I was surprised of the poor "accuracy" of this product. The in feed table was not completely flat with the outfeed table at zero clearance and needed to be shimmed in order to get an accurate "flat" jointed edge; disappointed to say the least from a Delta tool. All in all, after the hassle during set up with the shimming, it does have decent construction and provides as a good small shop jointer for under $300.
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.
