You don’t have to choose between buying a jointer or a planer. With the JJP-12, you can have both. Leave it to Jet to design a machine that allows quick changeover between jointing and planning functions. This versatile machine features an extra large aluminum extruded fence with centered controls for quick adjustments, a built-in dust chute capable of handling both planning and jointing operations and a powerful 3 HP induction motor that can handle the toughest lumber. A heavy-duty, fully welded steel base cabinet houses the motor and the planer table mechanism, while providing solid mounting for the associated controls and support for the jointer table and fence assemblies. Best of all, the fence can stay put when changing over functions. It’s the best of both worlds and it comes from Jet.
- 3-high-speed steel knife cutter head provides rapid cutting and a superior finish
- Parallelogram design keeps the table close to the cutter head for improved finish and allows for precise depth of cut adjustments
- Heavy-duty cast iron tables with a machined finish to ensure accuracy and flatness
- Extremely quick changeover between jointing and planning functions; fence does not need to be removed
- Powerful 3 HP induction motor easily handles the toughest jointing and planning tasks
- Heavy-duty, 1-piece steel closed stand includes mounting tabs for increased stability
- Built-in dust chute with 4 in. dust port used for both jointing and planning operations
- Large hand wheel for quick and precise adjustments of planer table
- An oversized/bulky item that requires delivery by truck; please be aware of the dimensions and weight of this machine
- Jet offers full tech support in order to assist with any warranty issues; please call 1800-274-6846 for assistance
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Marjolaine Gibson (verified owner) –
I purchased this combination machine about 3 years ago and have milled about 500 – 1000 board feet through it. – The change over isn’t too bad and only takes about 35 seconds.- Performance has been very nice and i’ve had no issues with it. It comes with a 3HP motor.- Calibration is the part I dislike the most about this machine. If the jointer beds aren’t coplanar, you will have to spend at least half the day getting them coplanar which is frustrating to say the least. I’ve done it twice now because I swapped the head out for a helical head.- Beds are flat, fence will hold at 90 degrees and the dust collection is great. No complaintsOverall I’m happy with this machine. Like I mentioned above, I did swap out the straight knives for a Jet branded helical head. Installation of that was super simple and didn’t even require draining of any oil like some planers. If you are in a garage shop and are limited on floor space, this machine is for you. Just prepare yourselves for the calibration. It’s frustrating, but take your time and you will get dialed in within reason. Don’t expect perfection, just get as close as you can and if it doesn’t throw your boards off, don’t worry about it.
Celestino Connelly (verified owner) –
Very good build quality. Fence thou needs some improvement. Overall compares well with the Hammer A3-31.
Doyle Strosin (verified owner) –
I bought this planer after I read about it in Woodworkers Journal. They gave it the best overall buy in its category, and I can see why. It seems to cut through just about anything I throw at it without hesitation or slowdown. I recommend this machine. I will be buying additional JET woodworking machines in the future.
Lucie Connelly (verified owner) –
12 in. 12.5-Amp 3HP Planer and Jointer Combo Has plenty of power and for planer not as loud as bench top models I own three . I whish I had bought this one first , does a good job no snip at allCome in a create in great shape I mean no damage at all and out of the create no adjustment need I was very please . The only draw back is it is heavy and it a lot of money for poor woodworker like me but12 inch jointer and planer that does outstanding job I’ll take it .
Joseph Parisian (verified owner) –
The Planer works great and is good at dust collection. The Jointer bed is a bit short and dust collection is average. If you have any issues with this unit it is from bad electronics in the on and off switch. Worked for a half hour then quit working. Had it have the on/off switch replaced.