JET 16" x 40" EVS Variable Speed Woodworking Lathe, Reversible Wood Turning Machine, 1-1/2 HP, 115V 1Ph (JWL-1640EVS)
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Wednesday, Sep 2
Style: Lathe
Features
- VARIABLE SPEED: Electronic infinitely-variable speed from 40 to 3200 RPM
- EXTENDED SPINDLE: Extended spindle nose houses dual headstock spindle bearings
- IMPROVED QUILL: Improved tailstock quill locking mechanism incorporates an anti-rotation key
- UPGRADED BANJO: Banjo uses non-marring, positive locking wedge system to securely hold tool post
- SPINDLE LOCK: Spindle lock latch frees up both hands
- INDEXING FLEXIBILITY: 36 integrated indexing positions
- ENCLOSED INVERTER: For added protection
Description
The JET 16" x 40" Electronic Variable Speed Woodworking Lathe is loaded with cutting-edge features that distinguishes it from others in its class. Included is a sliding headstock with a rubber tool mat, electronic infinitely variable speed from 40 to 3200 RPM, and a redesigned headstock locking handle accessible from front of lathe. Other features include a conveniently located digital readout and leg-mounted tool holder.
Brand: Jet
Material: Cast Iron, Steel
Power Source: Corded Electric
Voltage: 115 volts
Item Weight: 377 pounds
Power Source: Corded Electric
Voltage: 115 volts
Horsepower: 1.5
Maximum Rotational Speed: 3200 rpm
Battery Description: Corded electric
Item Weight: 377 pounds
Material Type: Cast Iron, Steel
Color: White
Brand Name: Jet
Model Number: JWL-1640EVS
Number of Packs: 1
Global Trade Identification Number: 02
Manufacturer Warranty Description: 5-Year Warranty (if used for commercial or industrial purposes then defaults to a 2-Year Warranty)
Unit Count: 1 Count
UPC: 731325455502
Number of Items: 1
Included Components: Lathe, Legs, Riser Blocks, Tool Rest, Tool Shelf, Wrench, Knockout Rod, MT-2 Spindle Taper, MT-2 Tailstock Taper, Hardware, Leveling Feet
Item Type Name: Woodworking Lathe
Manufacturer: JET
Manufacturer Part Number: 719500
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My baby...I love it so much! I can't believe that I forgot to write a review on this lathe. I guess I have been too busy using it. I have always had a wood lathe of some sort or another since about 1980. I have had at least 5 others over the years, each more sketchy than the last until I got an old Delta from some High School wood shop. I thought I'd gone to heaven with that one until the Reeves drive failed after two years, just when I was really getting in to turning hollow forms. I am not a mechanic and have no idea how to replace the bearings on the drive so I bought this lathe instead and have never regretted it. I bought it just short of one year ago during last years Black Friday when it went on sale for $500.00 less. I have turned a fair number of bowls since I got it and recently have begun doing a bit of spindle turning too. I was initially concerned about having to change the belt frequently but because I mainly turn bowls, the lower speed range is all I have ever needed. I love that it will run at 40 rpm. It makes getting a good finish on my work much easier. The lathe is a good weight. It is quite heavy, but not impossible to slide around on a smooth concrete floor, when I need to get it out of the way, but it is heavy enough to handle a fair amount of imbalance in your work. I am sure there are better lathes out there but probably not for what I paid for my machine. Even though I use it regularly, I do not expect to ever have to replace it. Jet makes very good machines which have only gotten better over time. I am old enough to remember when they first came on the market in the '80s. In fact, the whole reason I remembered to write a review is because I was shopping for a bed extension. I am going to try making some walking sticks and need a little longer bed to do it. I am hoping the bed extension will go on sale this year. It is expensive... You need a dedicated 110/120 volt, 20 amp circuit for this lathe.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2025 by Amazon Customer
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I had a Harbor Freight lathe. Now I have this Jet lathe. It's like going from a 1985 Ford Escort to a brand new Camaro. First, the good: -1.5 hp DC motor that runs on 120v. Smooth and extremely quiet. -Infinitely variable speed from 40 to 3200 rpm. I've gotten it down to 35 rpm and at 3200 it is so quiet I can listen to music on my Dot. -Reversible. Reverse sanding is a beautiful thing. -Heavy, solid construction and tool rest tighteners that just work. -Tailstock quill travel is a good 4 inches and the increments are laser etched on the quill. -Rotating head stock so you can do outboard turning. <--NEW MODELS NO LONGER HAVE THIS FEATURE. -Digital rpm readout. -Spindle lock. Yeah, I like this a lot. -Indexing. If you know what this is, you know you want it. -Live center can be used without the center pin. You knock it out with the knockout rod. Also comes with a cone live center that can be used without the cone. -Three inch reversible faceplate. -Side mount (on the leg) tool holder. Very convenient. Now the not so good: -Included faceplate is only 3 inches. Useful, but I long for maybe a 6 inch faceplate. -There are two speed ranges you switch between by moving the drive belt instead of a continuous range from low to high. This isn't as bad as it sounds. First range is 40 to 1200. Second range is 100 to 3200. So most of the time you spend on the second range. And moving the belt is EXTREMELY easy to do with the access door on the front of the headstock. Move a lever, open the door, move the belt, lower the lever, shut the door. No screw or latches. -This is HEAVY. 440 pounds in the crate, 375 pounds assembled. Best to have two manly men to put it together, but I was able to do it by myself. Yeah, I'm manly, but honestly, it can be done by one person if you follow the instructions. I expect to use this lathe for the next 25 years or so. I'll be 90 then. For now, this lathe has my Woodturning Seal of Approval.
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It arrived 4 days early, tracking left a lot to be desired but it was nice it was delivered early. It set up easy with 2 men. I added castors for ease of moving when needed. It’s a very solid lathe. Runs smooth and did not pull down at all when turning a 12” bowl. I am very satisfied with no complaints. I would recommend this for a serious wood turner.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2025 by Stan
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Jet 1640 - Five Stars: This is a great machine that will, hopefully, last a long time. Like other reviewers said, this thing is HEAVY but easy to setup. It only takes about 30 minutes with two people. Seller and shipping - Five stars: Spreetail is an excellent seller. They were very helpful with any and all questions and concerns. It was shipped freight with RL Carriers, they were excellent also. The delivery guy was courteous and kindly put it in the garage when I asked. The Lathe didn’t come with the cushion that sits on top of the headstock. I contacted Spreetail but they couldn’t order the part number; but made it right. I found the part on Jets website. I also put caster wheels on mine like another reviewer (thanks.) It rolls nice and smooth in my pegboard garage (came that way)
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Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2022 by KO
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Love the lathe and I'm already turning out some really nice items my first week on the lathe. I'm a glass blower that wanted to try some wood lathe work and I know from passed experience the right quality tool makes all the difference. So I researched and this was the lathe for me. Shipping was a breeze and the guys were very helpful and got it almost all the way to my shop. It took two people to properly assemble it. It came a little cosmetically damaged like almost everything does that's shipped now a days but its structurally fine. Jet has awesome customer service and will answer just about every question you have. I'm very happy I went with jet. I posted a few pics of some wood I turned my first week playing with the lathe so it's nothing to fancy but I was proud of them. This lathe has all the power I need. I did by a rikon magnetic bandsaw light to attach to the top of this and the jet lathe guard which you can get on amazon. You can feel confident buying jet knowing that they back their stuff for 5 years and have a good customer service team.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2019 by Jeremy and Lindsey
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I'm SUPER pleased with my new Jet 1640EVS Lathe! The lathe arrived on time (actually a day early!) and without any damage. Since I've reorganized my garage, I haven't had as much time using my new lathe, but have turned a number of smaller projects. This lathe has ALL the bells and whistles that any wood turner would wish except that the controls are located on the 'right' side of the lathe rather than the 'left' side of the lathe which is the 'out of fire' position which my previous Jet 1221VS had. The lathe is extremely well built, well finished and heavy! I'm very impressed with the sliding and rotating head stock which was one of the primary reasons I purchased this lathe. I was worried that the rotating head stock would not always 'realign' properly which would produce an unwanted wobble and possible dangerous turning condition. This is certainly NOT the case with my lathe as the headstock/tailstock alignment has always been 'dead on' each time I have rotated the head stock back into it's normal position. Can't recommend this lathe highly enough or Amazon's/CPO Outlets/Jet's customer service and prompt shipment!
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Style: Lathe
Nice lathe however I had to have electrician install a dedicated 20A line and use a Hospital Grade GFCI(see picture below, hospital grade is on the left).
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The headstock on the jet 1640 no longer rotates, it only slides. You can always slide the headstock to the end of the rail and turn larger bowls from there but you'll have to buy an extention attachment that runs about $290. I wish Jet would have kept the rotating feature. The electronic variable speed feature is really nice. The speed goes down to 40rpm which is good for larger/uneven blanks. It was this feature that made me choose the jet 1640 over the 1440, which can only go down to 400rpm and doesn't let you fine tune the speed. The finish on the cast iron is really poor. When spending $2,000 I would expect for it to be flawless. The Laguna REVO and Galaxi DVR are good alternatives if you're looking for something else in this price range. It comes with a 5 year warranty! Which is much longer than any of the competitors. This was another reason why I chose Jet over the other models. Overall, it runs smooth and is a great machine.
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