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 Rick Peil from the ToolKing Superstore just showed me one of the store's latest products, The JET 708475 Jointer/Planer Combo table. The unique feature of this Euro-styled table is that it is both a Jointer and a planer in one table.
Why would you buy one?
Well, for one, if you have a very small shop (like they have in Europe), the JET 708475 measures 59" x 29-1/2" x 39-2/5", that's 5 feet long max. Of course, it does make for a very short bed, which is one of the Jet 708475 Jointer/Planer's downsides.
Another downside is that as a jointer/planer combo machine, the JET 708475 requires you to switch to either machine depending upon which you are going to use. The switching from jointer to planer takes more time then just walking over to your other machine. Because of the necessary conversion, the Fence supports aren't as sturdy as they are on a regular Jointer, such as the Powermatic 1285. But for $1700 versus $4000 for the Powermatic 1285, that's quite a value on a 12" Jointer, not to mention that the JET 708475 is also a Planer.
Features:
There are some pretty special features of the Jet 708475 12 inch Planer/Jointer Combo Kit. The planer shares three standard, high-speed-steel cutter knives with the jointer that run at 5500 RPM and make 16500 cuts per minute. The knives measure 12 inch long x 1-1/2 inch wide. The JET 708475 planes rough stock, virtually snipe free, up to 12 inch wide at a rate of 5/32 inch per pass. The JET 708475 also features a sturdy, half-closed, chip-resistant, powder-coated stand. The cast-iron bed is precision ground and polished for consistently smooth operation. The integrated 4 inch dust collection port provides efficient removal of dust, chips and other debris when in either jointer or planer mode.
The JET 708475 Jointer/Planer comes with two adjustable 27 inch Outfeed and infeed tables and has a rabbeting ledge to provide for precise rabbets. With large handles and oversized springs, this 500 pound baby is a breeze to lift (well, almost). Basically, if you have a small shop or you need an inexpensive 12 inch Jointer, the JET 708475 Jointer/Planer Combo table for $1700 is fantastic option.
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