JET JWL-1840EVS 18" x 40" Electronic Wood Lathe
Are you looking for a lathe that can handle both spindle work and larger turning jobs without losing control or stability?
What if your machine gave you consistent speed control, solid support across the bed, and the flexibility to position the headstock where your work demands it?
Meet the JET JWL-1840EVS 18" x 40" Electronic Wood Lathe, built for woodturners who need reliable performance across a wide range of projects.
With a heavy cast iron bed, a sliding headstock, and electronic variable speed control, this lathe is designed to support accurate cuts from rough shaping through final finishing.
When your setup stays stable and your adjustments stay precise, you can focus on turning instead of compensating for the machine.
JET JWL-1840EVS Electronic Wood Lathe
Sliding Headstock Expands Working Flexibility
The headstock can slide along the full length of the bed, allowing you to position larger workpieces closer to the spindle. This reduces the need to work at the far end of the lathe and improves control when turning bowls or oversized spindle work.
Cast Iron Bed Provides Stability Under Load
The cast iron bed adds mass and rigidity to the machine, helping reduce vibration during operation. This stability supports smoother cuts and more consistent results, especially when working with unbalanced or rough stock.
Electronic Variable Speed Control for Precise Adjustment
The E-drive inverter system provides infinitely variable spindle speeds from 40 to 3200 RPM. The digital readout allows you to monitor and adjust speed as needed, giving you control across roughing, shaping, and finishing operations.
Tailstock and Quill Designed for Smooth Operation
The tailstock features Acme threads for consistent movement along the bed. The quill locking mechanism includes an anti-rotation key, helping maintain alignment and stability when applying pressure during turning.
Tooling and Accessory Support Built Into the Design
The banjo uses a non-marring wedge locking system to securely hold the tool post in place. A spindle lock latch simplifies accessory changes, while a remote emergency stop can be positioned along the lathe bed for quick access when needed.
What’s Included
What’s Included? JET JWL-1840EVS Wood Lathe
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JET JWL-1840EVS Lathe – 18" x 40" electronic variable speed wood lathe with sliding headstock.
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Cast Iron Bed – Heavy-duty base designed to reduce vibration and support stable turning.
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4" Cast Iron Risers – Allows adjustment of working height for improved ergonomics.
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Digital Speed Readout – Displays spindle speed for accurate adjustment during operation.
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Remote Emergency Stop Button – Can be positioned along the lathe bed for convenient access.
Specs
JET JWL-1840EVS Wood Lathe Specifications
- Stock Number: JT9-719600
- Model Number: JWL-1840EVS
- Swing Over Bed: 18-1/2 in.
- Distance Between Centers: 40 in.
- Spindle Speeds: 40 – 3200 RPM
- Motor Power: 2 HP
- Motor Voltage: 230 V
- Motor Phase: 3
- Prewired Voltage: 230 V
- Motor Amps: 5
- Recommended Circuit Size: 20 Amps
- Spindle Bore: 5/8 in.
- Number of Indexing Positions: 36
- Bed Construction: Cast Iron
- Overall Dimensions (L x W x H): 73 x 53-1/2 x 20 in.
- Shipping Dimensions (L x W x H): 57 x 31 x 28 in.
- Net Weight: 414 lb
- Gross Weight: 484 lb
- Warranty: 5 Year
