Jet 722155 JWP-15BHH Helical Cutterhead Planer, 15"

Features:

• 4" Dust Port hooks up to dust management system and helps keep shop clean
• Dual infeed speed control for 16fpm or 20fpm, maximizes cut efficiency
• Dust Port hooks up to dust management system and helps keep shop clean
• Heavy-duty precision ground cast iron table and four post design provides maximum control and support when passing boards through planer.
• Helical Cutterhead houses 48 staggered carbide knives that are engineered to align themselves without any adjustment for a superior finish and quieter cut
• Innovative JET - Precision Air Strut System (PASS) provides consistent upward pressure on the cutterhead, reducing the chance of board snipe
• Large cast Iron precision ground infeed/outfeed tables provide support for large work pieces
• Large hand wheel with positive gear drive easily moves the head to the desired board thickness
• Magnetic Switch with green safety light illuminates when powered
• Maximum depth of cut 1/8", 6" cutting height and 15" width capacity
• Powerful 3-HP motor with v-belt transmission reduces vibration and running noise

The JET 15" helical head planer quickly and quietly transforms rough lumber into smooth boards. This machine means business with a powerful 3 HP motor combined with a helical cutterhead housing 48 staggered carbide quick change knives. The innovative Precision Air Strut System (PASS) provides consistent upward pressure on the cutterhead, reducing the chance of board snipe. The conveniently located two-speed gear box allows for quick and easy feed rate adjustments while removing up to 1/8-inch material with each pass for a smooth finish. A large Precision cast-iron table and infeed/outfeed tables make this planer a beautiful addition to the shop.