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JET Lathes

JET wood lathes give you steady speed control, cast iron stability, and the right capacity for bowls, spindles, and faceplate work.

Choose your JET Lathe

We also carry JET Lathe Accessories to expand capacity and support your turning work.

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    JET JET 1015VS 10" x 15" Wood Lathe
    $ 878.45
    $ 714.99

    JET 1015VS 10" x 15" Wood Lathe Are you looking for a lathe that can handle bowls, spindles, and a variety of woodworking projects with pre...

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    JET JET 1221VS 12" x 21" Wood Lathe
    $ 1,216.26
    $ 989.99

    JET JWL-1221VS 12" x 21" Wood Lathe Are you trying to achieve precise, controlled woodturning but your current lathe feels limited in speed or smo...

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    JET JET 1440VS 14" x 40" Benchtop Wood Lathe
    $ 2,567.72
    $ 2,089.00

    JET 1440VSK 14" x 40" Benchtop Wood Lathe Are you looking for a wood lathe that can handle both small details and larger turning projects with eas...

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    JET JET 1440VSK 14" x 40" Wood Lathe
    $ 3,378.53
    $ 2,749.00

    JET 14" x 40" Wood Lathe with Legs (JWL-1440VSK) Are you looking for a lathe that can adapt to different turning setups and handle larger w...

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    JET JET 1640EVS 16" x 40" Electronic Wood Lathe
    $ 4,324.53
    $ 3,519.00

    JET 16" x 40" Electronic Wood Lathe (JWL-1640EVS) Are you looking for a lathe that can handle larger workpieces while main...

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    JET JET 1840EVS 18" x 40" Electronic Wood Lathe
    $ 4,865.07
    $ 3,959.00

    JET JWL-1840EVS 18" x 40" Electronic Wood Lathe Are you looking for a lathe that can handle both spindle work and larger t...

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Choosing a JET Wood Lathe for Your Shop

Finding the right JET lathe comes down to swing capacity, distance between centers, and whether you need benchtop or floor-standing support.

JET 1015VS 10" x 15" Wood Lathe



  • Swing over bed: 10 in
  • Between centers: 15 in
  • Motor: 1 HP

Best compact benchtop lathe for small shops and hobby turners wanting a wide speed range and reliable cast iron build.

JET 1221VS 12" x 21" Wood Lathe



  • Swing over bed: 12-1/2 in
  • Between centers: 21 in
  • Motor: 1 HP

Best mid-size benchtop lathe for precise spindle and bowl work on 115V with a compact footprint.

JET 1440VS 14" x 40" Benchtop Wood Lathe

  • Swing over bed: 14-1/2 in
  • Between centers: 40 in
  • Motor: 1 HP
Best benchtop lathe for turners who need 14" swing and 40" capacity without committing to a full floor-standing footprint.


JET 1440VSK 14" x 40" Wood Lathe

  • Swing over bed: 14-1/2 in
  • Between centers: 40 in
  • Motor: 1 HP

Best floor-standing 14" lathe for shops wanting a leg set included and a sliding headstock for outboard turning flexibility.

JET 1640EVS 16" x 40" Electronic Wood Lathe

  • Swing over bed: 16-1/2 in
  • Between centers: 40 in
  • Motor: 1-1/2 HP

Best electronic variable speed lathe for serious turners wanting precise low-speed control and a sliding headstock on 230V.

JET 1840EVS 18" x 40" Electronic Wood Lathe

  • Swing over bed: 18-1/2 in
  • Between centers: 40 in
  • Motor: 2 HP

Best full-size lathe for professional turners who need maximum swing capacity and 2HP electronic control for large stock.


JET Lathes FAQs

What sizes do JET wood lathes come in?

JET wood lathes range from the compact JET 1015VS at 10" x 15" to the large JET 1840EVS at 18" x 40". Swing over bed runs from 10 to 18-1/2 inches, and distance between centers runs from 15 to 40 inches.

What is the difference between the JET 1440VS and 1440VSK?

The 1440VS is a benchtop model that requires a separate stand or workbench. The 1440VSK includes a leg set and ships as a floor-standing unit ready for shop use out of the box.

What is the difference between JET VS and EVS lathes?

The EVS models use electronic variable speed control, which allows slower starts and more precise speed adjustment. The VS models use belt-driven variable speed, which is simpler and well-suited for most shop turning work.

What accessories are available for JET wood lathes?

We carry JET Lathe Accessories including bed extensions, stands, a leg set, lathe chuck, live center, turning chisel sets, and a lathe guard for compatible EVS and DVR models.