When it comes to woodworking, precision is key. The JET 6-Inch Long Bed Wood Jointer, paired with the Bora Portamate Mobile Base Kit PM-1100, offers a formidable duo for any workshop. First, let’s talk about the jointer. It’s like a seasoned tailor for your wood. It smooths rough edges. It makes boards perfectly flat. This jointer features a helical head. This means cleaner cuts. It also means less tear-out. Furthermore, it operates on either 115 Volt or 230V. This provides flexible power options. Therefore, it suits various shop setups. Moreover, its long bed is a real asset. It supports longer boards. This ensures greater accuracy. Indeed, this JET 6-Inch Long Bed Wood Jointer is built for serious use.
Then, there’s the Bora Portamate Mobile Base Kit PM-1100. It’s like a magic carpet for your heavy machinery. You can move the JET 6-Inch Long Bed Wood Jointer with ease. This heavy-duty base is universal. It fits many tools. Setting it up is straightforward. Consequently, you can reclaim your shop space. Simply unlock the casters. Glide your jointer into position. This mobility is a huge benefit. It helps optimize your workspace. Plus, the robust construction provides stability. Thus, your jointer remains steady during operation. Also, the wheels lock securely. This prevents unwanted movement.
In conclusion, this combination is a game-changer. The JET 6-Inch Long Bed Wood Jointer is a workhorse. It delivers smooth, flat surfaces. Meanwhile, the Bora Portamate Mobile Base adds convenience. It transforms your stationary tool. It makes it easily portable. Together, they create an efficient system. You will achieve professional results. Also, you will save valuable space. This pairing is an investment. It will enhance your woodworking projects. Therefore, consider this excellent setup. You won’t regret it.
FEATURES:
– 6-inch cutting width
– Helical cutter head
– Single phase power
– 115/230 Volt compatible
– Long jointer bed
– Precise depth adjustment
– Heavy-duty construction
– Dust collection port
The JET 6-inch wood jointer with a helical head is a powerful tool for smoothing wood. It has a 6-inch cutting width and a long bed for straighter cuts. The helical cutter head helps make very smooth surfaces. This jointer runs on single-phase power and can use either 115 Volt or 230 Volt electricity. It also has precise depth adjustment and is built to be heavy-duty and last a long time. There’s even a dust collection port to keep your workspace clean. The included Bora Portamate Mobile Base Kit PM-1100 lets you easily move this heavy machine around your shop.
– Great piece of machinery
– Surfaces were all planar
– Smooth running machine
– Amazing edging results
– Excellent quality
– Beds are machined dead flat
– Helical cutter head worth extra cost
– Quiet and finish smooth
– Smooth and flat
– Goes through white oak easily
– Much quieter than blade style
– Ease of changing settings
– Great precise cuts
– Nice jointer
– Assembled without a hitch
– By far the best jointer
– Easy to assemble
– Sturdy
– Easy adjustable fence
– Convenient power switch
– Clear instructional manual
– Super quiet
– Electrical bushing was broken
– Instructions weren’t as detailed
– Two loose screws
– Found some vibrations
– Dust extraction… some leaking out
– Mobile base was too big
The JET 6-Inch Long Bed Wood Jointer with a helical head and the Bora Portamate Mobile Base Kit received high praise for its excellent quality and performance. Users found the jointer produced incredibly smooth and flat surfaces, even when working with tough wood like white oak, and its helical cutter head made it much quieter than other models. Assembly was generally easy, and the machine felt sturdy with convenient features like an adjustable fence and power switch. While most experiences were positive, a few minor issues were noted, including less detailed instructions, a broken electrical bushing, some loose screws, slight vibrations, and some dust leakage, with one user finding the mobile base too large. Read more…
