JET 708752 JWBS-20 20-Inch 2 Horsepower Woodworking Bandsaw with Bearing Guides, 230-Volt 1 Phase

Weighing in at a rock-solid 500 pounds, this 20-inch band saw tops JET's line with high-quality construction and big resawing capacity without a huge price tag. This saw's most prominent benefit is the one-piece, dual tapered column design, which offers superior rigidity and strength, minimizing vibration and keeping cuts clean, smooth, and accurate. Woodworkers in the know will also appreciate the inclusion of roller bearings on both the upper and lower guides, with dual roller bearings on each side of the blade and a single bearing behind the blade for back support. The system greatly reduces the friction inherent in stationary and European guide systems while providing more support. The saw is powered by a single-phase, 2-horsepower, totally enclosed, fan-cooled motor and has a blade speed of 3,450 sfpm. There's a large cast-iron worktable (21 by 21 inches) that tilts 45 degrees to the right and 10 degrees to the left. This model also comes with a JET rip fence and a good miter gauge. The saw's maximum cutting height is 12-1/4 inches, and the upper blade guide uses a smooth and precise rack-and-pinion adjustment mechanism. This tool's versatility just keeps on going, accommodating 150-inch blades from 1/8 to 1-1/2 inches wide for equally smooth curve cutting or resawing. JET puts the finishing touches on the saw with two locking cabinet doors and the durable powder-coated finish found on all their shop tools. In all, we think serious woodworkers will really appreciate the high quality JET is able to deliver for such a low cost. --Brian Trinen