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Introduction
This manual is provided by JET covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for JET model
JWBS-18QT and JWBS-20QT series band saws. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety
precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This machine
has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with
instructions set forth in this manual. If there are any questions or comments, please contact either your
local supplier or JET. JET can also be reached at our web site: www.jettools.com.
Specifications
Model Number .................................. JWBS-18QT............. JWBS-18QT-3 ........ JWBS-20QT-3 ........JWBS-20QT-5
Stock Number ......................................... 710750B...................... 710751B .................. 708754B ................. 708755B
Band Saw Nominal Size (in.) ............................. 18................................18 ............................ 20 ........................... 20
Capacities and Speeds:
Cutting Capacity (height) (in.) ............................ 12................................12 ...................... 12-1/4 ..................... 12-1/4
Cutting Capacity (width) (in.) ....................... 18-3/8.......................... 18-3/8 ............................ 20 ........................... 20
Maximum Rip Left of Blade w/Fence (in.) ..... 16-1/2.......................... 16-1/2 ...................... 18-1/2 ..................... 18-1/2
Maximum Rip Right of Blade w/Fence (in.) .... 7-5/8............................ 7-5/8 ........................ 9-3/4 ....................... 9-3/4
Blade Length (in.) ........................................... 137.............................. 137 .......................... 150 ......................... 150
Blade Speed (FPM) ............................. 1800/3200................... 1800/3200 ................ 1800/3200 ............... 1800/3200
Blade provided........................... hook, 3/4” x 4 TPI........ hook, 3/4” x 4 TPI ........ hook, 1” x 3 TPI ....... hook, 1” x 3 TPI
Minimum Blade Width (in.) ............................... 1/8............................... 1/8 ........................... 1/8 .......................... 1/8
Maximum Blade Width (in.) ........................... 1-1/2............................ 1-1/2 ........................ 1-1/2 ....................... 1-1/2
Wheel Diameter (in.) ................................... 18-5/8.......................... 18-5/8 ...................... 20-1/2 ..................... 20-1/2
Table and Fence:
Table Size (in.) ....................................... 19” x 19”...................... 19” x 19” ................. 21" x 21" ................. 21" x 21"
Table Tilt (degrees) ........................... 45°R to 10°L................ 45°R to 10°L ............ 45°R to 10°L ............ 45°R to 10°L
Table Height from Floor (in.) ........................ 37-1/2.......................... 37-1/2 ...................... 36-1/8 ..................... 36-1/8
Fence Size (LxWxH/in.) ........... 23-5/8x1-3/4x3-1/2....... 23-5/8x1-3/4x3-1/2 ... 23-5/8x1-3/4x3-1/2 .. 23-5/8x1-3/4x3-1/2
Resaw post (LxDia./in.) ........................... 6 x 1-1/8...................... 6 x 1-1/8 .................. 6 x 1-1/8 .................. 6 x 1-1/8
Dust Collection:
Dust Port Outside Diameter (in.) ......................... 4................................. 4 .............................. 4 ............................. 4
Minimum Extraction Volume Required (CFM) .. 400.............................. 400 .......................... 400 ......................... 400
Overall Dimensions (HxWxD/in.) .. 73 x 41-1/2 x 30........... 73 x 41-1/2 x 32 ....... 74 x 41-1/2 x 37 ....... 74 x 41-1/2 x 39
Motor and Electricals:
Motor.................................... 1.75HP(1.3kW), 1PH....... 3HP(2.2kW), 1PH ..... 3HP(2.2kW), 1PH .... 5HP(3.7kW), 1PH
115/230V
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, 17.6/8.8A, 60Hz 230V, 13A, 60Hz 230V, 13A, 60Hz 230V, 21A, 60Hz
Start Capacitor........................... 300MFD 125VAC......... 300MFD 125VAC ..... 300MFD 125VAC .... 300MFD 250VAC
Run Capacitor ................................ 40μF 250VAC.............. 60μF 250VAC .......... 60μF 250VAC .......... 50μF 450VAC
Power transfer ..................................... poly-V belt................... poly-V belt ................ poly-V belt ............... poly-V belt
Power plug included........................................ yes................................no ............................ no ........................... no
Recommended circuit size
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..................... 40A/20A............................. 30A .......................... 30A ......................... 50A
Weights:
Net Weight (lbs.) ............................................. 375............................ 381 ......................... 562 ........................... 595
Shipping Weight (lbs.) ..................................... 452 ........................... 459 ......................... 643 ........................... 676
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Prewired 115V
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Subject to local and national electrical codes.
The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published, but because of our policy of continuous
improvement, JET reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without incurring
obligations.